‘Tis the season for Halloween costumes. And it’s time to start planning. Yeah, you could be a regular vampire or monster, but if you’re looking for something that will guarantee you won’t run into one of your “twins” at a random party, consider drawing inspiration from Kanye West and Lil Pump’s popular video, “I Love It.”
Here’s how to make your own Kanye West “I Love It” costume! This is the kind of thing that really gets the attention of people and lot and lots of likes.
First, Let’s Talk About the Video
The Kanye West & Lil Pump “I Love It” video was released during the first annual PornHub awards on September 6, 2018. If you haven’t seen it yet, you totally should.
Directed by Kanye himself, the video got 13.9 million views in just 24 hours and now has over 568 million views. The hit also entered the Billboard’s Hot 100 Singles Chart at number 6, which means that it had great airplay and streaming activity.
But, honestly, it feels like the video has been getting more attention than the music because of the cartoonish outfits worn by the two rappers as they performed the song.
The Costume
So, what exactly is the Kanye “I Love It” costume? Well, just take a look! The costumes feature oversized, boxy bodies with baggy clothes and giant chains. An instant classic. This is the kind of Halloween costume that is a lot of fun to wear and will always hype a crowd.
- Bulky shirts? Check.
- Oversized chains? Check.
- A pair of giant Yeezy slides? Check.
Really, what’s not to like? With over 500 million views on the video, your outfit will be instantly recognizable and is sure to inspire a bobbing dance-off or two.
Taking it Viral
It didn’t take long for the webz to take notice of Kanye and Lil Pump’s absurd costumes. The video gave birth to hilarious memes and reactions. It even started a viral dance challenge. The internet community happily uploaded versions of their own. You should check out the guys who danced wearing pajamas! Even James Corden made his own spoof, and it’s pretty hilarious!
Roblox Vibes
Of course, video game fans noticed how the pair looked like they just stepped out of the Roblox world with their Roblox outfits. In case you didn’t know, Roblox is a multiplayer game similar to Minecraft, where users can pretend to solve mysteries or live really cool lives. The characters look like Lego people but definitely bigger and bulkier.
Kanye and Lil Pump’s costume choice is exactly the kind of crazy that gets people looking. It’s a genius marketing stunt that’s also the perfect Halloween costume.
Do It Yourself This Halloween
Convinced that the Kanye West & Lil Pump outfit should be your next costume for Halloween? Yeah, you might have difficulties riding your car and getting through doors, but hey—you’ll be the talk of the town and you’ll feel totally awesome too. Make sure to save a copy of the music video on your phone so you can easily show it to anyone who doesn’t recognize your costume.
So, here’s the big question: How do you get the costume? Worry not, bro. We’ve done the legwork for you. Surprisingly, getting this costume is not that difficult! You have two main options, and you can choose which route is easier for you to look just like Kanye. How much time do you have? How much money are you willing to spend? How much work are you willing to put in? Let’s get it.
Option A: Make Your Own Kanye & Lil Pump Costume
If you want a fun and affordable option, then DIY is the way to go. It’s easier than you think to make your own Kanye & Lil Pump costume. Several internet influencers have found ways to make their own Roblox costumes with materials that you probably already have at home. And the crafting part? Surprisingly, it’s not as hard as it might look! Plus, you have an instant conversation piece at your parties, because you can easily brag about how you made your cool costume from scratch.
Here Are the Steps:
- Making the body. All you need is to choose a cardboard box in the right size. The bigger the better. Just make sure you have someone to help you eat, move, go to the bathroom, and move around whenever you’re wearing it! Cut a hole where you can put your legs and arms. Pad it up a little to make it look softer.
- Making the legs & arms. Use foam and roll it into tubes to make your legs and arms puffy. Make sure they are cut in the appropriate size and everything looks even.
- Stylish threads. Cover the whole body with fabric in the right shade. Glue and sew everything well. You don’t want your costume falling apart during the party, right? Maybe do the patented dance for a trial run to make sure everything’s holding up.
- Add the swagger. Don’t forget to add the accessories! Make large chain necklaces. Silver or gold spray paint will definitely come in handy.
To get better instructions and to entertain yourself for several minutes, watch this video from do-it-yourself guru Nate, AKA Tabasko Sweet of Cheap Thrills. His deadpan humor will keep you entertained. He was able to copy the costume really well!
For even more help with Kanye and Lil Pump’s Roblox outfit, you can search for instructions on making a Minecraft Steve costume. Follow the instructions, but modify as needed to make it look more like what Kanye and Lil Pump were wearing.
Option B: Buy It
If you have $200 to spare, then buying the outfit might be the easier option.
Kanye’s Fashion Label Yeezy Supply made the meme-worthy costumes available for purchase for online shoppers. There’s no need to worry about sizing, because as the description says, “one size fits most.”
If the oversized outfits are just too ridiculous for you, then you might be interested in Yeezy’s “I Love It” white long sleeve that’s also part of the promotions for the song.
The bad news? Unfortunately, the costume is currently out of stock. Seems like it’s perfectly safe to assume that all of Kanye’s marketing stunts worked like a charm this time.
You can either patiently wait for a restock or go back to option A. Either way, good luck and have fun!
Tips for Wearing the Costume
It’s one thing to buy or make your own “I Love It” outfit, but how can you really pull it off? We’ve got you covered with a few tips:
- Buddy Up. Make sure you have a Halloween buddy, especially if you decide to buy the costume. The pack from Yeezy Supply gets you both the outfits for Kanye and Lil Pump. And hey, if you have a girlfriend, it would be awesome if you could get her to wear a Kim Kardashian outfit.
- Learn the Dance. Don’t worry. You won’t have to do a flashy breakdance in this bulky thing. It’s a simple bobbing dance that anyone can pull off.
- Nail the Facial Expressions. Throughout the video, Kanye and Lil Pump pull off these hilarious, nervous-looking expressions. Every now and then during the Halloween festivities, flash a surprised look for a good laugh. Give a high-pitched “Hoo!” while you’re at it!
- Have the Video Ready. With over 500 million views, the video was insanely popular, and most people should recognize the costume. That said, the video was released in late 2018, so you might have to remind some people. Queue up the video on your phone so you can play it all night!
That’s everything you need to pull off the Kanye “I Love It” costume this Halloween. Get out there and have some fun!