The Motion Sickness video pairs clean, almost severe formal tailoring with deadpan suburban absurdity. Phoebe Bridgers spends the shoot cruising a motorized scooter through residential streets wearing a sharp black suit, dark sunglasses, and a skate helmet plastered with space stickers. Recreating the look is about balancing classic menswear pieces with that distinctive custom headgear.
Because the foundation relies on standard suiting, you might already have several of these items in your wardrobe. The real focus comes down to matching the proportions and getting the helmet details right so the outfit registers immediately as the video character rather than everyday formalwear.
The Suit, Shirt, and Tie
Bridgers wears a tailored black two-piece suit with a structured, single-breasted blazer and matching flat-front trousers. The cut leans slightly slim but remains relaxed enough for mobility. When sourcing the jacket, prioritize fit across the shoulders and chest; arm length and trouser hems can be shortened easily with quick hand stitching or hem tape if the pieces come off the rack slightly long.
Underneath the blazer, wear a crisp white button-down shirt fastened all the way up to the top collar button. Fastening the collar completely sets the foundation for the neckwear. Pair it with a plain black skinny tie tied in a simple, compact four-in-hand knot. The narrow width keeps the look firmly within indie-rock styling, whereas a wide standard tie shifts the appearance into generic office attire.
Assembling the Space Helmet
The most distinctive piece of the entire outfit is the headgear. Bridgers wears a classic rounded, matte black multisport skating helmet secured under the chin. A plain helmet straight out of the box looks incomplete, so you will need to customize the shell yourself to match the on-screen appearance.
Cover the dome with puffy space-themed stickers. Search for designs featuring planets with rings, crescent moons, stars, rockets, and small alien motifs. Scatter them across the crown, sides, and back in a casual, asymmetrical pattern. Puffy stickers provide raised tactile dimension that stands out visually against the smooth helmet surface. Wipe the shell clean with rubbing alcohol before applying so the adhesive sticks firmly to the curved plastic.
Eyewear and Hair
Dark sunglasses are essential to the deadpan attitude Bridgers maintains throughout the video. Choose solid black frames with dark lenses that completely conceal your eyes. Simple oval or slightly rectangular frames match the understated styling of the original video.
Hair hangs naturally beneath the helmet and strap assembly. Bridgers sports her trademark silvery ash-blonde hair styled in loose, textured waves falling past the shoulders. If you are using a wig, opt for a light platinum or muted silver tone. Adjust the inner foam pads or sizing dial inside the helmet so it sits comfortably over the wig cap without riding up or pushing the wig backward.
Footwear and Practical Tips
Footwear stays subtle and functional. A pair of flat black leather dress shoes, low-profile oxford shoes, or simple black ankle boots blend smoothly into the cuffs of the trousers. Ensure the pant legs break cleanly over the tops of your shoes without dragging on the ground.
If you plan to wear this costume to an event or convention, the helmet can become warm after prolonged indoor wear. Leaving the chin strap unclipped between photos helps vent heat while keeping the rest of the suit neat and comfortable throughout the day.
