Race Car Driver Costume Ideas

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About Race Car Drivers

Driving in high-performance vehicles around a track, the sport of race car driving is a lot more athletic than it may seem. Although they're not in direct contact with other participants like football or hockey players, race car drivers require lightning quick reflexes and reaction time so that they DON'T become involved in a "contact sport."

NASCAR, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, is the "Big League" of racing, starting out in the Southern part of the United States before branching out nationwide as a popular spectator sport. Notable race car drivers include Mario Andretti; the late Dale Earnhardt and his son, Dale, Jr.; and Jeff Gordon, among others.

Dressing up as a Race Car Driver

Whether you're gearing up for a lap around the Indy 500 or just cruising to your next costume party, there are several styles of Race Car Driver costumes to suit you up and have you racing out of the tire pit in no time! In sizes to fit adults, kids, and even pets, there are tons of racing attire to get you moving. Kids can choose from a red, satin jumpsuit decorated with the familiar black and white checkered flag. Adults can step into a black jumpsuit, also adorned with checkerboard patterning. For a more authentic touch, find some STP patches and various other "sponsor"-type embroidered patches to adhere to your costume for a realistic touch.

Ladies have the option of a form-fitting costume trimmed with (you guessed it!) checkered flags. Colors include red, hot pink, and black.

Another fun touch is the race car helmet in a variety of colors to compliment your costume. It doubles as a great safety mechanism and disguise mask!

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