The Walter Sobchak costume is taken straight from the cult classic, The Big Lebowski. Walter Sobchak is played by the famous actor, John Goodman.
Walter Sobchak is best friends with Jeffrey Lebowski, more commonly known as “The Dude.” Walter Sobchak is also The Dude’s teammate while bowling.
He gets caught up in a brief life of crime when the pair end up keeping the money they weren’t supposed to. Walter Sobchak is a very confrontational person who made the decision to do that.
Whenever he gets mad and wants to settle an argument, he usually wields a handgun or his crowbar, making him seem violent. In the end, it is decided that Walter Sobchak likely has PTSD from being a Vietnam War veteran.
You’ll Need:
- Polo Shirt
- Khaki Vest
- Yellow Glasses
- Khaki Canvas Belt
- Gun Toy Prop
- Cargo Shorts
- Military Army Dog Tag
- Casio Watch
- Black Boots
- Black Ball
- Black Socks
DIY Walter Sobchak Costume Guide
If you love Walter Sobchak from The Big Lebowski, this guide will help you create your own Walter Sobchak costume.
The first thing you will need is a khaki vest to wear over a brown Polo shirt.
For the bottom, get cargo shorts paired with black socks and black boots.
Then, accessorize yourself with yellow aviator sunglasses, a khaki canvas belt, a military dog tag, and a Casio watch.
Walter Sobchak carries around a pistol with him, so get a fake prop to keep on you. You can also carry around a black ball to get a better effect.
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Walter Sobchak Cosplay Costume
The Walter Sobchak is a sporty and adventurous-looking ensemble. Even so, it remains a comfortable costume option.
Because it is so comfortable, you could wear it around all night without feeling restricted in movement. Its shorts and short sleeve shirt combination also make it a good summertime cosplay.
To make the costume even more interesting, you can have other friends dress up as different characters from The Big Lebowski along with you.
About Walter Sobchak
Walter Sobchak is the best friend of the main character of The Big Lebowski, known as “The Dude.” He is also on his bowling team, and the pair are commonly seen hanging out at the lanes.
Where The Dude seems to be very flippant and chill most of the time, Walter Sobchak tends to be more serious and has a mean temper.
He is quick to anger and resorts to violence. It is speculated that this is due to PTSD from being a war veteran.
Walter Sobchak ends up living a life of crime alongside The Dude. Comedy ensues as neither one of them is clearly prepared for what that means.
What is the most famous quote from Walter Sobchak?
1. “That rug really tied the room together.”
2. “Donny you’re out of your element!”
3. “This is not ‘Nam, this is bowling, there are rules.”
4. “Calmer than you are.”
5. “Dude. Come on, you’re being very un-Dude.”
6. “You see what happens, Larry?”
