Joaquin Phoenix Arthur Fleck Tragedy
The 2019 Arthur Fleck incarnation is a hauntingly beautiful, character-driven choice that blends sorrow with sudden bursts of manic energy. This costume is highly recognizable and surprisingly comfortable to wear all night. Look for a vibrant, vintage-style rust-red suit paired with a mustard-yellow button-up vest and a dark teal collared shirt. The makeup is a direct nod to classic circus clowns but with a melancholy twist. Paint your face in a matte white, then use vibrant sky blue to draw tall, teardrop-shaped diamonds over your eyes. A simple, bright red nose and a wide, sad-to-happy painted red mouth complete this tragic masterpiece. Style your hair with a wet-look gel and temporary green dye, letting it fall messily over your forehead.