As told by American costume designer Colleen Atwood, the first impression you have of a character before opening their mouth will come from the costumes. It does establish who they are.
The same goes with the wrestlers' costumes, who made their names in the big ring of the entertainment industry.
Wrestling costumes worn by wrestlers come in flashing designs, weird linings, unusual colors, and a never-before-seen combination of different accessories. Some are fashionable, while others are strange, at least for an average person.
It all comes down with a reverberating appearance that these wrestling costumes have left a memorable mark on the viewers. Find out the top 5 wrestling costumes that made the bearers a legend in the making.
5. Road Warriors
Career: 1983-2014
Theme: Post-apocalyptic
Costume features: Quarterback-like suit, spiked shoulder pad, steampunk face paint
Tag-team Finisher: Dooms Day Device
Best catchphrase: "Broken necks, splattered patellas, severed arteries: These are the things from which dreams are made of." - Hawk
Overview: Also known as Legion of Doom, Road Warriors Hawk and Animal was one of the famous tag teams who became popular due to their gimmick. Their costume took inspiration from the "Mad Max 2" film. They played the role of the bad boys in the majority of their matches. Their spiked pad was used as a weapon against Dusty Rhodes when they attempted to jam it in Rhodes' eye in the National Wrestling Alliance.
4. The Dudley Boyz
Career: 1996-2016
Theme: Nerdy
Costume features: Glasses, overalls, tie-dye shirts
Tag-team finisher: Dudley Dead Drop
Best catchphrase: "D-Von! Get the Tables!" - Bubba Ray
Overview: D-Von and Bubba Ray's costume was taken from the Hanson Brothers of the "Slap Shot" film. Over time, they shifted to wearing camouflage with no glasses worn during matches. People can never forget how the two brothers love the tables in most of their games.
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3. John Cena
Career: 1999- present
Theme: Hip Hop
Costume features: Oversized shirt, cap, chains as a necklace
Finisher: Attitude Adjustment, STF
Best catchphrase: "You can't see me!"
Overview: His outfit wasn't what he was expecting. Stephanie McMahon only saw its connection to Cena when she saw him rapping on the bus. Cena adopted his hip-hop style while rapping on the entrance. He often wears old jerseys of popular athletes. Doctor of Thuganomics, anyone?
2. Rey Mysterio
Career: 1989- present
Theme: Masked
Costume features: Masks in different patterns, long pants
Finisher: 619
Best catchphrase: "I'm enjoying life to my fullest. Sometimes you realize that money isn't everything."
Overview: If there is a kid hero in the WWE, Rey Mysterio is the one. The superstar has worn several memorable costumes in the ring. His masks are standouts for the fans - in different colors and patterns. Some of them are used by Mysterio as a tribute to a person. Some are cartoonish. Some are used to support a movement. Mysterio is an overall performer both on and off the ring.
1. Ultimate Warrior
Career: 1985-1998
Theme: Flashy
Costume features: Tassels in biceps and legs, fancy knee pads, face painting
Finisher: Gorilla Press Drop
Best catchphrase: "Feel the power!"
Overview: Ultimate Warrior was known for his emphatic scream during matches. His outfit was accentuated with colorful patterns in the tassels. His famous entrance is the ring sprint, wherein he races to the ring and shakes the ropes in front of the crowd.
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