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Handlebar Gentleman costume idea
A dapper old-fashioned gentleman with a big curly mustache, crisp white shirt and suspenders. Easy and fun.
Dapper, playful old-fashioned gentleman with a magnificent curled mustache.
Easy20 min
What you need
Required
- Fake mustache
- White button-up shirt
- Suspenders
Optional
- Black hat
- Tie
- Glasses
- Belt
- Black dress shoes
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The look
- Top
- White button-up shirt with sleeves rolled to the elbow
- Accessories
- Suspenders
- Makeup
- Curled handlebar mustache, stuck-on or drawn
- Hair
- Neatly side-parted or slicked back
Makeup
- Stick on the fake mustache and press the edges flat, or draw one with eyeliner.
- Curl both ends upward into a big handlebar shape.
- Comb your hair into a neat side part.
Hair: Use a little gel or water to comb hair into a neat side part or slick it straight back.
How to put it together
- Put on the white shirt and roll the sleeves to the elbow.
- Clip the suspenders over your shoulders and adjust for a snug fit.
- Comb your hair into a neat parting.
- Stick on the mustache and add an optional hat, tie or glasses.
Two variations
Circus Strongman Look
Swap the shirt for a striped top and shape a bigger, curlier mustache.
Village Baker
Add an apron and floury cheeks for a friendly old-time baker look.
Safety note
Check the mustache adhesive is skin-safe and test it on your arm first. Remove it gently, and keep it away from the mouth and eyes when eating.