Last updated: April 23, 2026· By Seckin Peker

Costume Guide

Young Bucks Costume GuideAEW · Matt & Nick Jackson · Tag Team

Black leather, gold fringe on every surface, long blonde hair, and a Superkick for everyone at the party — the most theatrically committed tag team in professional wrestling, fully assembled.

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Quick Answer: To dress like The Young Bucks, you need 11 pieces per person: a sleeveless leather jacket, yellow lace trim, long blonde cosplay wig, black leather pants, yellow duck tape for wrist wrapping, black headband, yellow fringe trim, alphabet iron-on patches, black fringe trim, leather bracelet, and black motorcycle boots. Both Matt and Nick wear identical gear — duplicate the full list for a duo build.

Matt and Nick Jackson — The Young Bucks — are one of the most successful, influential, and visually theatrical tag teams in modern professional wrestling. Rising to prominence on the independent circuit before becoming founding members of All Elite Wrestling, they built a devoted global fanbase through their YouTube series Being The Elite, their precision superkick offence, and a visual identity that commits fully to the rock star aesthetic of professional wrestling at its most flamboyant. Black leather on every surface, heavy fringe in black and yellow, long blonde hair, and that Too Sweet hand gesture that any wrestling fan from any era will recognise immediately.

The Young Bucks costume works at multiple levels simultaneously: for wrestling fans it’s immediately specific and recognisable; for everyone else it reads as the most theatrical possible rock star or performer look. It’s a costume that generates reactions in any room. As a duo it’s exceptional — matching outfits with contrasting fringe placement, synchronised Too Sweet gestures, and the Superkick as the shared signature move give you entertainment material that lasts the entire evening.

Items 11 Pieces
Difficulty Medium
Promotion AEW
Cost $80–$150
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The Young Bucks — What You Need

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Young Bucks AEW Wrestling Duo Costume DIY Build
  • 1 Sleeveless Leather JacketThe centrepiece — black leather vest that anchors the entire Young Bucks aesthetic
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  • 2 Yellow Lace TrimApplied along the jacket edges for the signature yellow accent throughout the look
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  • 3 Long Blonde Cosplay WigThe Young Bucks’ flowing blonde hair — wear loose for full entrance energy
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  • 4 Black Leather PantsThe foundation of the bottom half — black leather throughout matches the jacket
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  • 5 Yellow Duck TapeWrapped around both wrists — a direct reference to their ring gear throughout AEW
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  • 6 Black HeadbandWorn over the blonde wig to keep it in place and add the finishing athletic detail
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  • 7 Yellow Fringe TrimApplied at the pants hem — yellow fringe at the cuff is the signature lower-body detail
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  • 8 Alphabet Iron-on PatchesFor spelling ‘BTE’ on the chest or ‘SUPERKICK’ across the jacket back
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  • 9 Black Fringe TrimApplied along the jacket back panel and outer leg seams — the drama element of the full look
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  • 10 Leather Bracelet / WristbandWorn under the yellow tape wrap — adds layered texture at the wrist
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  • 11 Black Motorcycle BootsThe footwear that completes the full black leather head-to-toe silhouette
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The Young Bucks Halloween costume styling reference — full look with sleeveless leather jacket, black and yellow fringe, leather pants, and long blonde wig

How to Style the Young Bucks Costume

Fringe Placement is Everything

Attach black fringe trim vertically along the jacket’s back panel — from shoulder to hem on each side. Run black fringe down the outer leg seam of the leather pants, then add the yellow fringe at the bottom cuff. The contrast between black leather and black-then-yellow fringe is the entire visual identity of the costume. Run the fringe vertically for maximum movement and drama when you walk.

Attaching the Fringe Without Sewing

Use fabric glue or iron-on hem tape to attach the fringe trim along the seams. Press firmly and allow to set fully before wearing. For a full night of movement, a quick hand-stitch along the top edge of each fringe strip is the most reliable method — it takes fifteen minutes and ensures nothing comes loose during the Superkick demonstrations.

The Wig and Headband

The long blonde hair is a key part of the Young Bucks’ look — the wig should be at least shoulder-length, worn loose for the full entrance energy. Put the black headband over it to keep it in place and add the athletic detail. The wig worn loose with the headband creates the specific silhouette that distinguishes the character from a generic rock star look.

Yellow Tape on the Wrists

Wrap the yellow duck tape around both wrists over the leather bracelets. Three to four layers creates the right bulky look that matches their ring gear exactly. This is a direct reference to how they tape their wrists before every match — any wrestling fan will clock it immediately, and it adds a specific athletic authenticity to the overall look.

Iron-On Patches — BTE or Superkick

Iron the gold chenille alphabet patches spelling ‘BTE’ onto the jacket chest for the Being The Elite reference, or spell ‘SUPERKICK’ across the back for the signature move. Gold patches on black leather provide maximum visibility and are in keeping with the black-and-yellow aesthetic throughout the costume. Apply patches before attaching fringe to avoid awkward overlapping.

The Superkick and Too Sweet — All Evening

The Young Bucks’ signature is the Superkick delivered in rapid synchronised combinations. At the party: greet people with a slow-motion superkick stopping well short, hold up the Too Sweet gesture — pinky and ring finger down, thumb over them, index and middle fingers extended — and say “Superkick Party, you’re all invited.” If going as a duo, deliver the gesture simultaneously. Wrestling fans will find you immediately.

Young Bucks Group & Couple Costume Ideas

Trio — The Elite

Young Bucks & Kenny Omega

Expand the duo into the full Elite faction. A third person as Kenny Omega — black tights, Japanese-inspired jacket, long blonde hair, and the signature V-Trigger knee strike pose — completes one of AEW’s most recognisable stables. Any wrestling fan watching AEW from 2019 onwards will immediately clock the full Elite reference, and the three-way Too Sweet gesture is a photograph that writes itself.

The Young Bucks Kenny Omega Adam Page

Wrestling Legends Group

Young Bucks, Hulk Hogan & The Undertaker

Three completely different eras of professional wrestling in a single group — the Young Bucks’ modern AEW theatricality, Hulk Hogan’s red-and-yellow 80s Hulkamania, and The Undertaker’s gothic supernatural entrance. Three distinct looks, one unmistakable theme. The visual contrast between the Bucks’ fringe and Hogan’s yellowboa and Undertaker’s black trench coat creates a group that spans decades of wrestling history.

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AEW & WWE Mix

Young Bucks & Seth Rollins

Two of professional wrestling’s most theatrically committed aesthetics sharing the same event — the Young Bucks’ black leather and gold fringe against Seth Rollins’ maximalist ring gear. Both costumes operate at maximum drama and zero restraint, creating a group defined by the shared philosophy that there is no such thing as too much visual commitment in professional wrestling.

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Wrestling & Luchador Contrast

Young Bucks & Nacho Libre

The Young Bucks’ sleek black leather aesthetic paired with the exuberant colour and comedy of Nacho Libre — cape, tight shorts, and total physical commitment. The contrast between the Bucks’ controlled theatrical drama and Nacho’s chaotic luchador energy is a visual punchline that lands immediately in any room, whether the audience knows professional wrestling or not.

The Young Bucks Nacho Libre
The Young Bucks costume reference — Matt and Nick Jackson full look with leather jacket, fringe, and long blonde hair

DIY vs. Store-Bought — Young Bucks Costume

Store-Bought Foundation

The Young Bucks costume doesn’t have a ready-made licensed set — it’s assembled from individual pieces. The sleeveless leather jacket and black leather pants are the two anchor purchases; everything else is craft and accessory sourcing. Buy the jacket first, then build the fringe and patches around it. The fringe trim rolls, yellow tape, and alphabet patches are all widely available and inexpensive. For a duo build, one order of fringe trim and yellow tape covers both costumes — no need to buy double.

  • Sleeveless leather jacket = first priority, the centrepiece purchase
  • Black leather pants = second priority, completes the all-black foundation
  • Fringe trim (black + yellow) = one order covers a duo from a single purchase
  • Yellow duck tape = one roll covers both wrists for a full duo build
  • Alphabet patches = iron directly onto jacket; BTE or SUPERKICK placement

Budget Build Strategy

If the leather jacket and pants are too expensive, a sleeveless black denim jacket works as an effective substitute — it accepts fringe trim and patches exactly the same way and comes in significantly cheaper. Black cargo pants or black jeans work in place of leather pants without significantly affecting the overall silhouette once the fringe is attached at the seam and cuff. The wig, headband, yellow tape, and fringe are the elements that communicate the Young Bucks most specifically — prioritise those over the exact material of the jacket and pants if working to a tighter budget.

  • Black denim vest = effective leather jacket substitute, significantly cheaper
  • Black jeans + black fringe = works in place of leather pants
  • Wig + yellow tape + fringe = the three non-negotiable elements regardless of budget
  • Duo saving: fringe, tape, patches all cover both costumes from single purchases
  • Total budget build per person: $40–$70 with denim and jeans substitutions

Young Bucks Costume — Frequently Asked Questions

The Young Bucks wear matching sleeveless black leather jackets with black and yellow fringe trim attached along the back panel and outer leg seams, black leather pants, long blonde cosplay wigs, black headbands, yellow duck tape wrapped around the wrists over leather bracelets, and black motorcycle boots. Gold alphabet patches spelling ‘BTE’ or ‘SUPERKICK PARTY’ are ironed onto the jacket. Both Matt and Nick wear identical gear — duplicate the full 11-piece list for a duo build.

Use fabric glue or iron-on hem tape to attach the fringe trim along the outer seams — no sewing required. Run black fringe vertically down the jacket back panel from shoulder to hem on each side. Attach black fringe along the outer leg seam of the pants, then add yellow fringe at the bottom cuff. Press firmly and allow to set fully before wearing. For a full night of movement, a quick hand-stitch along the top edge of each strip is the most reliable method.

The Too Sweet hand gesture — pinky and ring finger down, thumb over them, index and middle fingers extended — is the signature call of The Young Bucks and The Elite. Hold it up and say “Too Sweet!” — any wrestling fan will respond immediately. The Superkick is the companion move: a slow-motion kick stopping well short of the target, delivered confidently and dramatically. If going as a duo, synchronise both gestures simultaneously for the full Young Bucks effect.

The Young Bucks regularly wear gear with text — ‘BTE’ for Being The Elite (their YouTube series), ‘SUPERKICK PARTY’, or their initials. The gold chenille alphabet patches iron directly onto the black leather jacket. Most recognisable placement is ‘BTE’ on the chest or ‘SUPERKICK’ across the back panel. Gold patches on black leather provide maximum visibility and match the black-and-yellow colour scheme throughout the costume.

Yes — either Matt or Nick works as a solo costume. The fringe combination, yellow wrist tape, and BTE patches make the costume recognisable to wrestling fans on its own. Solo works best at wrestling events or conventions where the specific AEW reference lands immediately. For general Halloween parties the duo makes the reference much more readable. Add a ‘BEING THE ELITE’ patch to the jacket back to maximise solo recognition.

It’s one of the best duo costumes for wrestling fans. Matching outfits with black leather and yellow fringe create an immediately recognisable tag team look. Both people wear identical gear, and the fringe trim rolls, yellow tape, and alphabet patches all cover both costumes from single purchases — making the duo build more cost-efficient than two separate solo builds. The synchronised Too Sweet gesture and Superkick give you shared entertainment material for the entire evening.

Per person the full 11-piece build runs approximately $80–$150. The sleeveless leather jacket and leather pants are the main expenses. For a duo, the fringe trim, yellow tape, and patches all cover both costumes from single purchases — saving approximately $30–$40 compared to two separate builds. If budget is tight, a sleeveless black denim jacket works as a substitute for the leather vest and comes in significantly cheaper without affecting the overall fringe and patch aesthetic.

Any AEW viewer or wrestling fan will recognise it immediately, especially with the fringe and yellow tape combination. For non-wrestling audiences, the costume reads as the most theatrical possible rock star or performer look — a strong costume that generates reactions regardless of the specific reference. Wear the BTE patches prominently, be prepared to deliver the Superkick and Too Sweet gesture on demand, and wrestling fans will find you without any effort on your part.