Design your Tyra Banks costume in style.
A Tyra Banks costume is a fun and fierce way to enjoy a party or upcoming event. Tyra exudes confidence and a regal beauty. Opt for large hair, an over-the-top dress, dramatic eyes and dazzling accessories to achieve your look. Consider emulating Tyra from her swimsuit or lingerie days, her work as a business tycoon, or as a supermodel on the catwalk. Whatever look you decide on, make sure to command the room and nail your fashion-forward walk.
Get Supermodel Hair
Look through photos and videos on America's Next Top Model website (CWTV.com/Shows/Americas-Next-Top-Model) to gather Tyra inspiration. Tyra kicks off each season with a new look. In some seasons her hair is long and nearly blonde, in others it is cut in sharp layers and dyed red. Tyra typically has big hair that commands attention. Look for a stylish wig and roll in hot curlers or ask a hair dresser to help with an inspired Tyra look.
Create Tyra-Worthy Eyes
Colored contacts can get you green eyes like Tyra Banks.
Turn your eyes into green or greenish-hazel just like Tyra Banks. Ask your optometrist about colored prescription contact lenses, or order non-prescription lenses from Color My Eyes (Color-My-Eyes.com). Pluck your eyebrows into a thin arch and dress up your eyes with brown or golden toned eyeshadow and plenty of mascara for the wide-eyed look Tyra made famous.
Add Sparkle to Your Lips
Tyra Banks always looks fresh and natural, no matter her current signature style. Add a touch of bronzer along your cheek bones to accentuate your bone structure and add a touch of colored lipgloss across your lips. To make your lips appear fuller, outline in a darker lip pencil for a super model look.
Dress for Success
Dress like Tyra with a sparkly gown slit up the side or front to show off your legs. If you aren't as tall as her, try stiletto heels or platform shoes to give yourself a boost. Tyra was also a swimsuit model and Victoria Secret's model. Look for a sizzling bikini or lingerie set to embrace a sexier and more intimate costume. Remember that Tyra is also a business mogul with TV shows, a fashion website and production company under her belt. Dress in a form-fitting and low-cut suit to harken the business Tyra.
Accessorize Like a Diva
Accessorize in diamonds or cubic zirconia.
Accessorize your Tyra Banks costume and look like a real super model. Adorn yourself in sparkling jewelry like cubic zirconia. Opt for dripping, oversized earrings and large bracelets and necklaces. You want to look rich, glamorous and command attention.
Work the Catwalk
Enhance your Tyra Banks look by commanding the room. Tyra is known for her fierce, no-nonsense attitude. Work the room, make eye contact, exude confidence and walk like a supermodel powering down a catwalk. Watch a few episodes of America's Next Top Model to see how Tyra instructs the models to act and walk. Give your walk a little spin at the end and whip your head to let your hair flow.
