While a lot of people will be dressing up as Batman, Superman or Heath Ledger’s Joker, why not try something different and dress up as martial arts superstar Bruce Lee. Costumes inspired by the Game of Death, Enter the Dragon, and the Green Hornet outfits are unique and something that most people would not think of using. When it comes to Halloween, choosing the perfect costume for the party you will be attending may be difficult. Sure you can dress up as a vampire, werewolf, Frankenstein, devil or other spooky character but then your costume will look exactly the same as everyone else’s. So this year, why not incorporate your interest in fitness into your Halloween costume and go dressed as one of the most well-known fitness icons of all time – Bruce Lee.
Although Bruce Lee’s popularity began in the mid-sixties to early seventies, his legacy still lives on in many people today through his introduction of martial arts to Western society. Born Lee Jun-fan, he took martial arts on his own path and created Jeet Kune Do.
So why dress up as Bruce Lee?
As discussed above, Bruce Lee was one of the most iconic people in fitness. Even now, almost 40 years after his untimely death, his name conjures up memories of his amazing fitness levels, his breathtaking speed, and his superhuman strength. By dressing up as Bruce Lee this Halloween, you’ll stand out from the crowd and have a unique but instantly recognizable costume.
Due to the popularity and honor still felt towards this exceptional martial artist, he is still kept alive by many fans who opt to dress up like him for Halloween.
He had his first acting debut on television in 1966 on The Green Hornet. He later took it to the big screen and made movies before his sudden death on July 20, 1973. Bruce Lee had three different looks in his movies, and it all depends on what your favorite movie was on deciding on the look you want for Halloween.
Bruce Lee Game of Death Yellow Jumpsuit Costume
Bruce Lee portrayed a range of characters on both the big screen and the small screen, so there are plenty of options when it comes to costumes. However, his most memorable outfit by far is the yellow and black stripe jumpsuit that he wore in the unfinished 1973 movie – Game Of Death. This costume was so striking that Quentin Tarantino paid homage to it in his 2003 movie – Kill Bill, by having his leading character The Bride (played by Uma Thurman) wear the same exact outfit. To recreate this legendary Bruce Lee look from Game Of Death, you will need the following items:
1. Game of Death Kill Bill Bruce Lee Jumpsuit Costume:- This jumpsuit is the exact same design as the original yellow and black stripe jumpsuit worn by Bruce Lee in Game Of Death and comes in five different sizes (Small, Medium, Large, X-Large and XX-Large).
2. Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Yellow Black Mens Trainers:- These trainers are very similar to the footwear worn by Bruce Lee in Game Of Death and are available in five different sizes (9,10,11, 12 and 13).
3. Yellow With Cord Foam Padded Nunchuks:- These nunchuks are styled in exactly the same way as the ones Bruce Lee used in the famous nunchuk fight scene against Dan Inosanto during Game Of Death. They are also foam padded which helps prevent any unwanted injuries on the night.
Bruce Lee Wig
4. Deluxe Black Tony/ Wise Guy Wig:-
This isn’t an official Bruce Lee wig but the hair’s in a very similar style and it’s the perfect way to complete the Bruce Lee look.
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This yellow and black jumpsuit looks like the one that Bruce Lee wore in the martial arts movie Game of Death. It is very flexible and comfortable. The fabric stretches so you will be able to do kicks and flips in it. Features and Specifications: • Material: Polyester • Male One Piece Yellow Martial Arts Bodysuit Costume • Best for Martial Arts Lovers, Stage Show, Sportswear or Photo Props. • Made by COSFLY, who is a professional manufacturer of all kinds of costumes and accessories for CHRISTMAS, HALLOWEEN, CARNIVAL, EASTER, ST. Patrick’s day, National day, Football funs, Mardi gras, Birthday, Masquerade Party Cosplay and all kinds of seasonal holidays and parties. • Available sizes: small, medium, large, x-large, xx-large |
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The iconic Mexico 66 leather sneaker was born in 1966 and debuted at the 1968 Olympic games pre-trials in Mexico with a premium white leather, stitched with red and blue tiger stripes. Today, the classic runner has been reawakened and remains to be the most popular shoe in the Onitsuka Tiger collection. Since 1949, Onitsuka Tiger has created stylish sports products inspired by the Japanese values of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Through their crafts, Onitsuka Tiger brings together East and West, and demonstrates what it means to be “Made of Japan.” Features and Specifications: • manufactured by asics • Brand: Onitsuka Tiger • Color: Yellow/Black • 100% Leather • Imported • Synthetic sole • Leather sneaker featuring signature Tiger Stripes with logoed tongue and heel tag • Treaded rubber outsole • Worn at the Mexico Olympic Games in 1968 |
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Aship martial arts sticks are designed by martial arts experts and made of high quality durable and safety materials. The combination of ergonomic design and safe material makes it a reliable and handy gear for martial arts enthusiasts. Packed with delicate box inspired by Tai Chi culture and Taoism culture. It shows our respect and understanding of martial arts. Martial Arts is a moving meditation: one side of the box is marked with “like water”, and the other side is marked with “Empty Mind”. Features and Specifications: • Safety Foam design：The foam martial arts sticks cover with thick foam to protect beginner from hit, more light and safety to protect your hand, Don’t bother this training sticks will hurt yourself and others again, children can easily use it as toy, because this item safety enough. • Special gift for kids: Maybe your child want to be a Kung Fu Master, then they might need the children training martial arts sticks. Ideal for both adults and kids. • Light weight for beginners: High quality foam material, soft and durable taekwondo sticks, only have 90g to protect you and others while practice. Chinese dragon print, master is coming. • Material: Safe Foam+Hard PVC • Stick Length: 30.5 CM/12” • Chains Length: 18 cm/7.1” • Weight: 172 g/0.38 lbs • Stick Diameter: 2.5 CM/0.98” • Connection Type: Rope • Packing Specification: 1200 single white framed 157 coated paper Stick case • Practice pair martial arts sticks, foam handle with durable chain to join them together, do not worry about hitting yourself again. |
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Features and Specifications: • Size: One Size • Color: Black • Fabric Type: 100% Other Fibers • Care Instructions: Hand Wash only • Origin: Imported • Iconic gangster wig • Washable and easy to style |
Bruce Lee Enter the Dragon Costume
Bruce Lee’s Topless Martial Arts Fighting Look
Bruce Lee kept himself very physically fit, and believed in complete nutrition. He stayed away from processed foods and ate lots of vegetables and fruits. Bruce Lee also enjoyed different types of training, including weight lifting and lots of abdominal workouts.
If you are in this same shape, you can purchase loose fitting black pants with an elastic or string tie top. The pants should be tapered at the end and have lots of leg room in the thigh area. The look is completed with a black sash, similar to a martial arts belt, which ties around the waist of the pants.
In addition, Bruce Lee was known to use white socks with slip on black, flat shoes for his fighting and regular acting scenes. If you want to take the look further, there are Bruce Lee wigs available in his standard bowl cut, black hair color.
Bruce Lee’s Three-Piece Suit
Online vendors sell Bruce Lee’s standard three-piece styling suit that he used in many of his fighting scenes on the movie screen. The costume costs approximately $20, and comes in sizes small, medium, large, and extra-large. The costume can also be tailor made to fit any size, including children.
The costume comes with Bruce Lee’s standard loose black pants with an elastic waist band and a black sash to tie around the waist area or top of pants. It comes with a white shirt with Chinese style buttons from top to bottom. The shirt has a high collar and is loose fitting.
A black, long-sleeved jacket covers the white shirt. It has the same button styling from the top to the bottom. The collar is small, about an inch high, and stands straight up. The look can be completed with white socks and black slip on shoes that can be purchased separately.
Bruce Lee’s Kung Fu Master Costume
This costume only comes in adult sizes and costs an average of $30 from online costume vendors. It resembles Bruce Lee’s movie, Enter the Dragon.
A muscular suit top comes with this costume, which replicates the top fitness level of Bruce Lee and his muscular development, as well as the bloody scratches on the abdomen that was seen in the movie. It comes with the standard loose black pants with an elastic waist and the black sash to tie on the top part of the pants. To add more originality, it also comes with a wig to resemble the hairstyle of Bruce Lee.
If you want to add more flare to this costume, the nun chucks, white socks, and black shoes can all be sold separately.
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This black kung fu uniform looks like the one that Bruce Lee wore in the martial arts movie Enter the Dragon. It is very comfortable while you are practicing kung fu. It only includes the shirt with stand-up collar and pants. You will have to purchase the shoes separately. Features and Specifications: • Black Kung Fu Shirt • Black Kung Fu pants • made from high quality breathable cotton • breathable fabric and extremely comfortable • stand-up collar • frog button closure • long roll-up sleeves • portable and lightweight • should be hand washed in cold water |
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You can dress up as a bloody kung fu or karate fighter with this Bloody Kung Fu Fighter Halloween Costume T-shirt and look like Bruce Lee did in Enter the Dragon with his skin ripped. Features and Specifications: • Solid colors: 100% Cotton; Heather Grey: 90% Cotton, 10% Polyester; All Other Heathers: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester • Imported • Machine wash cold with like colors, dry low heat • Dress up as a bloody kung fu or karate fighter with this simple Halloween costume t-shirt. • Bloody Kung Fu Fighter Halloween Costume T-shirt Skin Ripped • Lightweight, Classic fit, Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem |
Bruce Lee Green Hornet Costume
Bruce made his first appearance on American television on the ABC Green Hornet television series in 1966. He played Kato, the sidekick of the Green Hornet portrayed by Van Williams. It was on for only one season but it lead to his roles in his now legendary martial arts films.
Best Bruce lee quotes:
*Knowledge will give you power, but character respect.
*I’m not in this world to live up to your expectations and you’re not in this world to live up to mine.
*A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn from a wise answer.
*A goal is not always meant to be reached, it often serves simply as something to aim at.
*Take things as they are. Punch when you have to punch. Kick when you have to kick.
*Pardon the expression but I want to make the fuckingest action movie ever made.
*Notice that the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the wind.
*If you truly love life, don’t waste time because time is what life is made of.
*Don’t fear failure. — Not failure, but low aim, is the crime. In great attempts it is glorious even to fail.
*The great mistake is to anticipate the outcome of the engagement; you ought not to be thinking of whether it ends in victory or defeat. Let nature take its course, and your tools will strike at the right moment.
*Defeat is a state of mind; no one is ever defeated until defeat has been accepted as a reality.
*It’s not the daily increase but daily decrease. Hack away at the unessential.” – Bruce Lee
*Do not allow negative thoughts to enter your mind for they are the weeds that strangle confidence.
*I’m not in this world to live up to your expectations and you’re not in this world to live up to mine.
*As you think, so shall you become.
The successful warrior is the average man, with laser-like focus.
In order to control myself I must first accept myself by going with and not against my nature.
If you always put limit on everything you do, physical or anything else. It will spread into your work and into your life. There are no limits. There are only plateaus, and you must not stay there, you must go beyond them.
If you spend too much time thinking about a thing, you’ll never get it done.
Real living is living for others.
A quick temper will make a fool of you soon enough.
Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.
Life’s battles don’t always go to the stronger or faster man. But sooner or later the man who wins, is the man who thinks he can.
Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.
Remember no man is really defeated unless he is discouraged.
There is “what is” only when there is no comparing and to live with “what is” is to be peaceful.
I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who had practiced one kick 10,000 times.
Be happy, but never satisfied.
To hell with circumstances; I create opportunities.
Do not pray for an easy life, pray for the strength to endure a difficult one
For it is easy to criticize and break down the spirit of others, but to know yourself takes a lifetime.
In the middle of chaos lies opportunity
Showing off is the fool’s idea of glory.
Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.
Absorb what is useful, discard what is useless and add what is specifically your own
The more we value things, the less we value ourselves
Only the self-sufficient stand alone – most people follow the crowd and imitate.
To know oneself is to study oneself in action with another person.
It is not a shame to be knocked down by other people. The important thing is to ask when you’re being knocked down, ‘Why am I being knocked down?’ If a person can reflect in this way, then there is hope for this person.
Those who are unaware they are walking in darkness will never seek the light.
The key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering.
Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party, going trick or treating with the kids or celebrating Halloween with a night on the town, the Bruce Lee Game Of Death costume discussed in this article is sure to be a hit. So get practicing your kicks and punches, purchase all the gear and enjoy Halloween with your most kick ass costume to date.
