Okay, so I decided to go all out for this 80s party, and what’s more 80s than a totally rad wrestler? I’m talkin’ bright colors, crazy hair, the whole nine yards. Here’s how I put together my 80s wrestler costume, step by step:
The Hunt for Gear
First, I hit some thrift stores. This is crucial, people! You’re not gonna find this stuff new, and even if you did, it wouldn’t have that authentic, slightly-worn-in look. I was looking for anything neon, spandex, or animal print. Think Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, or The Ultimate Warrior.
- I scored a bright yellow tank top. Score!
- Then, I found some neon pink spandex leggings. A little snug, but hey, that’s the 80s, right?
- Found An old pair of weight lifting boots, that my dad kept and lend it to me.
Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize!
This is where it gets really fun. The accessories make the costume. Don’t be shy!
- I grabbed a bright red bandana. Classic wrestler move.
- I picked up some cheap plastic wristbands. The brighter, the better.
- I even found a pair of those old-school weightlifting gloves. They’re fingerless, of course.
- I also got some aviator sunglasses from a stall in the street.
The Hair and Makeup
Okay, so I don’t have long, flowing locks like some of those guys. But I made do. I teased my hair like crazy, using a ton of hairspray. The goal is volume, people, VOLUME!
And use anything, such as hair extensions, but, I just got a yellow hair extension and put on my hair.
For makeup, I kept it simple. A little bit of black eyeliner to make my eyes pop. Some wrestlers went all out with face paint, but I decided to keep it a little more low-key.
Putting It All Together
So, I put on the leggings, the tank top, the boots, and all the accessories. I tied the bandana around my head, slipped on the wristbands and gloves, and looked in the mirror.
Boom! Instant 80s wrestler. It was loud, it was obnoxious, and it was perfect. I even practiced a few wrestling poses in the mirror. You know, just to get into character.
The party was a blast. Everyone loved the costume. I even got into a fake wrestling match with a guy dressed as a ninja turtle. Good times. And the best part? The whole thing cost me less than 30 bucks, because most were old things that I had to re use from my storage. It was a total win!
