Every October, The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company puts on a student rendition of the iconic film, “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” The movie is all about owning your sexuality and individuality, so it’s required that attendees wear an outfit that matches these sentiments, especially if it’s your first time attending.
Here’s a guide for what to wear to “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” which will be performed at The Union from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21.
Fishnets and tights
Luckily, it’s not hard to find fishnets and tights online for a reasonable price, and you’ll look like Frank-N-Furter and his posse once you buy a pair of them for one of Athens’ biggest weekends. You can either go with classic black or find more sensuous colors like red or pink if you want to make a good impression. Students can find fishnets and tights on sites like Amazon, which start at $4.99, or Walmart for $11.65.
Corsets
A major costume piece found throughout “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is a corset, which makes for the perfect addition to any outfit. You can match this with leather pants–or a skirt–and with dark makeup and chunky jewelry. It can also be tightened to your liking, so if you want a more Rocky-esque look, you might want to go for a more form-fitting option. You can also style this with multiple layers, adding spandex shorts and fishnets to bring more attention to the corset itself. Corsets, in an array of colors, can be found on sites like Amazon, Forever 21 or Walmart, ranging from $16 to $19.
Red lipstick
Obviously, no look for the show can be complete without a pop of color on the face, which is where red lipstick comes in handy. You can use this shade to add more definition to your makeup look, as well as mix and match with other colors. You should even have some on you at the show, as a common tradition is using it to put a “V” on your forehead if you’re a “virgin” to the show, or you can put lipstick kisses on other people’s cheeks to add a more sentimental touch. You can find red lipstick most likely anywhere, including places nearby such as CVS and Walmart, all costing between 98 cents and $4.49.
Leather boots
Although not everyone has leather boots in arm’s reach, they are a fabulous addition to any look for the show. They’re also ideal for walking around at The Union, as your feet will stay comfortable and supported. They can also be used to your advantage if they have higher heels or platforms as you’ll be able to fully see the show among the array of people. You can pair these boots with practically anything, and you’ll fit in with the gothic, vampire vibes. Boots start at $27.95 at Walmart or $24.99 on Amazon.
French maid costume
A French maid costume is another common look you’ll see at “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and it’s an easy way to fit in with the crowd for your first time attending. Even if you don’t want to buy the full costume, you can just wear all black and find a white apron to tie around. You can pair this with a black headband or choker, and even some winged eyeliner and red lipstick. Just buying a costume is fun, and you can find one easily online for affordable prices. Check out Amazon or Walmart to find this costume, which starts at $16.
Plaid skirts
A red, green, white and black plaid skirt is another staple to wear to The Union, especially if you’re not as comfortable wearing a corset or lingerie. You can pair the skirt with fishnets, black heels or boots and a corset or black top. You can find plaid skirts online, and you can continue to reuse them for years to come. An array of skirts can be found on Amazon, ranging from $15 to $30.
