How to Make a Used Salesman Halloween Costume
Posted on: August 23, 2011
Looking for an unusual costume for your next Halloween party? Give this How to Make a Used Salesman Halloween Costume guide a try. Bring a fun and unique touch to any Halloween holiday event with this easy to make outfit. After following this how to, you will know how to collect the essential clothing pieces to create a funny used car salesman costume. Likewise, you'll learn a few tips about embellishing the look if desired.
Tips
Pick the most loud and outrageous sport coat that you can find to really sell the image.
Take your costume to the ultimate level by adding a balding wig and aged stage makeup.
If you're planning ahead, try an online auction site like EBay to find clothes.
Watch the movies, "The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard", "Used Cars" or "Cadillac Man", for ideas on how to get into character.
Introduction
The skill level needed for this project is extremely minimal. It should only take one (1) to two (2) hours to complete, including driving time to search for resell or vintage clothing stores. Try your local Goodwill, Salvation Army or consignment store for clothes and accessories on the supply list.
Featured Video: The Funniest Car Salesman - in the World!
This satirical look at used care salesmen by Sketchcomedian will give you a glimpse of what type of clothing you should look out for when shopping for your costume. As a side benefit, you can also pick up some valuable tips of how to add character to your outfit with physical gestures and comic flair. The running time for the clip is 1:23.
Step 1: Supplies
| Old-fashioned trousers | Male 1950's brim hat |
| Polyester sport coat | Large key ring with keys |
| Button down dress shirt | Belt |
| Scuffed dress shoes | Poster Board and markers |
| Vibrant mismatched tie | Fusible Web |
| Dress socks | Iron |
Step 2: Put Together Your Costume
You'll want to make the trouser's hem blatantly too short. The easiest way to do this for a short term costume is to use fusible web.
- Roll up the the pants' cuff so that it's 1 to 2 inches above your ankle.
- Use straight pins or washable markers to mark this line.
- Remove the trousers and iron down the folds of the new edge.
- Turn the pants inside out, and apply the fusible web according to the package instructions.
- Use your iron to seal the hem.
- Now, you simply wear all the clothing items.
Step 3: Adding the Finishing Touches
Now that the major portion of the project is complete, it's time to add some final touches that will distinguish the outfit as a used car salesman costume.
- Connect a ton of random keys to the key chain and attach it to your belt.
- Cut a poster board in half.
- Use bright colored markers to write a commonly used car lot slogan in large letters on the poster. (E.g. "Low, Low prices!", "Rock Bottom Deals!" or "Krazy Kirk's Cheap Cars")
- Top it all off with a show stopping Willy Loman inspired impersonation!