The Ultimate Guide to Dressing Like Captain Spaulding from House of 1000 Corpses

Are you a fan of Rob Zombie's horror masterpiece, "House of 1000 Corpses"? More specifically, a fan of the film's charismatic, not to mention creepy, clown character, Captain Spaulding? If so, then we have a treat for you!

Today, we're going to take you on a scary merry-go-round ride into the world of Captain Spaulding's iconic wardrobe. And by the end, if we haven't scared you off (we promise no actual corpses are involved), you'll be all set to rock that morbidly fascinating look yourself at the next Halloween party. And here's the best part - you can find most of these clothes at our very own costume shop.

So, who is this Captain Spaulding?

If you're unfamiliar with the horror movie lore, Captain Spaulding (real name: Johnny Lee Johns) is a character from Rob Zombie's "House of 1000 Corpses" and its sequels. This clown-faced character, played by the late great Sid Haig, is famous for his white and blue clown makeup, red lips and eyebrows, bald cap, and that creepy yet hilarious demeanor. He's the proprietor of a roadside attraction "Captain Spaulding's Museum of Monsters and Madmen" and a gas station "Fried Chicken & Gasoline."

Now, let's paint the town red... and white... and blue!

First things first, let's talk about Captain Spaulding's iconic makeup. You'll need to get your hands on face paint in white, blue, and red. Start with a white base, leaving some skin exposed around your eyes. From there, you'll paint blue diamonds around your eyes and red around your mouth. Don't forget the red eyebrows! And remember, it doesn't have to be perfect; after all, Captain Spaulding has a rugged look to him (probably too busy worrying about his next victim to bother about perfect makeup).

Finding the perfect costume

The next thing we need to tackle is Captain Spaulding's iconic outfit. This consists of a dark blue clown suit jacket and trousers with red patches. You'll also need a roughed-up white undershirt. Now, bear in mind that finding this specific suit might be a little tricky. But don’t worry! We've got you covered. Visit our costume shop for the perfect Captain Spaulding costume that will send shivers down everyone's spine at your next costume party.

The finishing touches

Finally, to complete the look, you'll need a pair of black, scuffed boots and a tiny bowler hat. And let's not forget Captain Spaulding's accessories. Get yourself a pair of red suspenders to hold up those trousers and a pair of fingerless gloves. For extra creepiness, carry around a cane or a fake knife (safety first!).

There you have it! The perfect guide to becoming the unforgettable Captain Spaulding from "House of 1000 Corpses." So go ahead, embrace your inner clown, scare your friends, and have a gruesomely good time!