7/11/25 - BG

  Welcome back to OBX SEASON 5---Shooting Thursday, July 10, 2025!! If you are new with OBX, this blog is where you will find out important information on what kind of costumes you should bring as a Background Actor on the show. 

Just a couple of housekeeping items to begin with......

-Please, be on time.  You will be checked in by the AD Department and fill out paperwork before we can look at you.  If you are late then the Costume Department does not get as much time to make sure you look great.  

-Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the descriptions for your character.   After reading the character descriptions that you will find here, make your best pick and wear it in.  However, you will ALWAYS be expected to bring multiple options with you so that we can make the final choices.  The final choices will be made by the Costume Dept.  Please respect that we have the overview of the day and the show, and do not complain about what we ask you to wear. Solid colors, wide stripes, plaids, and large scale prints are great! Some color is good, as long as it isn't neon. Please do not include items with narrow stripes, neons, glitter, sequins, uncomfortable shoes, and clothing with large logos & graphics/ trademarked characters (giant Nike symbols, Star Wars tees, etc). Please avoid solid bright white items. On this particular show, simple logos are okay as long as it is mainly wording/ lettering/ phrases (not large pieces of artwork).

- It is MANDATORY that you read this blog before coming to work EVERY TIME YOU WORK.

Please read below for more information on what you should bring based on your character

DRIVERS

Please bring casual summer outfit options, such as tanks, t-shirts, polos, short or long sleeve button ups, blouses, shorts, pants, skirts, rompers and dresses. Please also bring comfortable shoes, like sandals or sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories like sunglasses and hats. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

Thanks in advance for bringing great options!

7/10/25 - MARINA

 Welcome back to OBX SEASON 5---Shooting Thursday, July 10, 2025!! If you are new with OBX, this blog is where you will find out important information on what kind of costumes you should bring as a Background Actor on the show. 

Just a couple of housekeeping items to begin with......

-Please, be on time.  You will be checked in by the AD Department and fill out paperwork before we can look at you.  If you are late then the Costume Department does not get as much time to make sure you look great.  

-Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the descriptions for your character.   After reading the character descriptions that you will find here, make your best pick and wear it in.  However, you will ALWAYS be expected to bring multiple options with you so that we can make the final choices.  The final choices will be made by the Costume Dept.  Please respect that we have the overview of the day and the show, and do not complain about what we ask you to wear. Solid colors, wide stripes, plaids, and large scale prints are great! Some color is good, as long as it isn't neon. Please do not include items with narrow stripes, neons, glitter, sequins, uncomfortable shoes, and clothing with large logos & graphics/ trademarked characters (giant Nike symbols, Star Wars tees, etc). Please avoid solid bright white items. On this particular show, simple logos are okay as long as it is mainly wording/ lettering/ phrases (not large pieces of artwork).

- It is MANDATORY that you read this blog before coming to work EVERY TIME YOU WORK.

Please read below for more information on what you should bring based on your character

MARINA WORKERS

Please bring fishing shirts, including sun shirts and short and long sleeve button up vented fishing shirts. Please also bring casual shorts or pants, like cargo shorts/pants or athletic shorts/pants. Bring fishing/work rubber boots if you have them, or other closed toe shoes like sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories such as hats, bandanas/neck gaiters and sunglasses. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

MARINA PATRONS

Please bring casual summer shirts, including sun shirts, fishing shirts, short or long sleeve casual button ups and t-shirts. Please also bring casual shorts or pants options, swim suits, casual skirts, blouses and shoes like sandals and boat shoes. Casual summer outfit options for a boat day! Feel free to bring accessories such as hats and sunglasses. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

Thanks in advance for bringing great options!

7/9/25 - LAUNDROMAT

Welcome back to OBX SEASON 5---Shooting Wednesday, July 9, 2025!! If you are new with OBX, this blog is where you will find out important information on what kind of costumes you should bring as a Background Actor on the show. 

Just a couple of housekeeping items to begin with......

-Please, be on time.  You will be checked in by the AD Department and fill out paperwork before we can look at you.  If you are late then the Costume Department does not get as much time to make sure you look great.  

-Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the descriptions for your character.   After reading the character descriptions that you will find here, make your best pick and wear it in.  However, you will ALWAYS be expected to bring multiple options with you so that we can make the final choices.  The final choices will be made by the Costume Dept.  Please respect that we have the overview of the day and the show, and do not complain about what we ask you to wear. Solid colors, wide stripes, plaids, and large scale prints are great! Some color is good, as long as it isn't neon. Please do not include items with narrow stripes, neons, glitter, sequins, uncomfortable shoes, and clothing with large logos & graphics/ trademarked characters (giant Nike symbols, Star Wars tees, etc). Please avoid solid bright white items. On this particular show, simple logos are okay as long as it is mainly wording/ lettering/ phrases (not large pieces of artwork).

- It is MANDATORY that you read this blog before coming to work EVERY TIME YOU WORK.

Please read below for more information on what you should bring based on your character

KOOK LADY/OTHER WOMAN

Please bring casual summer outfit options that have a preppy aesthetic; think brands like Vineyard Vines, Lilly Pulitzer and Sperry. Bring shorts, lightweight pants, skirts, dresses, and blouse options. Please also bring casual shoe options, like sandals or boat shoes. Feel free to bring accessories that complete a look, like purses and jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

LAUNDROMAT PATRONS

Please bring casual summer outfit options, including tanks, t-shirts, blouses, shorts and lightweight pants. Please also bring casual shoe options, like sandals or sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories that complete a look, like purses/tote bags, hats, and jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

BULLDOZER DRIVER

Please bring old worn-in t-shirt options, as well as blue jeans or cargo work pants. Stains and rips are okay! Bring steel-toed work boots if you have them. A high-vis vest will be provided for you. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

Thanks in advance for bringing great options!

 

7/8/25 - COURTROOM

 Welcome back to OBX SEASON 5---Shooting Tuesday, July 8, 2025!! If you are new with OBX, this blog is where you will find out important information on what kind of costumes you should bring as a Background Actor on the show. 

Just a couple of housekeeping items to begin with......

-Please, be on time.  You will be checked in by the AD Department and fill out paperwork before we can look at you.  If you are late then the Costume Department does not get as much time to make sure you look great.  

-Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the descriptions for your character.   After reading the character descriptions that you will find here, make your best pick and wear it in.  However, you will ALWAYS be expected to bring multiple options with you so that we can make the final choices.  The final choices will be made by the Costume Dept.  Please respect that we have the overview of the day and the show, and do not complain about what we ask you to wear. Solid colors, wide stripes, plaids, and large scale prints are great! Some color is good, as long as it isn't neon. Please do not include items with narrow stripes, neons, glitter, sequins, uncomfortable shoes, and clothing with large logos & graphics/ trademarked characters (giant Nike symbols, Star Wars tees, etc). Please avoid solid bright white items. On this particular show, simple logos are okay as long as it is mainly wording/ lettering/ phrases (not large pieces of artwork).

- It is MANDATORY that you read this blog before coming to work EVERY TIME YOU WORK.

Please read below for more information on what you should bring based on your character

BAILIFF

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt to wear under your uniform, black crew socks and black tactical boots if you have them. Feel free to bring a watch with you as long as it is not an Apple watch. The rest of your uniform will be provided for you.

COURTROOM KOOKS

Please bring casual summer outfit options, such as short or long-sleeve button down shirts, polos, shorts or trousers, blouses, skirts and dresses. Please bring casual shoes, such as boat shoes, clean sneakers, sandals or low heels. Remember, the Kooks are the preppier, wealthy members of Kildare, so please bring options that reflect this aesthetic. Some brands that work well for the Kooks are Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Simply Southern, Lilly Pulitzer and Sperry. Feel free to bring accessories that can complete a look, such as bags/purses, watches (not Apple watches), and jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

COURTROOM POGUES

Please bring casual summer outfit options, such as t-shirts, lightweight long or short-sleeve button ups, shorts, jeans, pants, casual blouses and dresses. Please also bring casual shoes, such as sneakers or sandals. Remember, the Pogues usually dress in clothes that are more muted in color, well-worn or dated. Please bring options that reflect this aesthetic. Feel free to also bring accessories that can complete a look, like purses/bags, belts and simple everyday jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

DEPUTIES

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt, black crew socks and black tactical boots if you have them. Feel free to bring watches with you as long as they are not Apple watches. A uniform shirt, pants and belt will be provided for you. 

CORSAIRS

Please bring any worn-in clothing, including tanks, t-shirts, short and long sleeve button up, Henley's, flannels, jeans, cargo pants, cargo shorts. These clothes should be old and used looking. Old, distressed, stained and tattered is preferable. If you have any old work boots, please bring them! Please bring a pair of plain black socks. Accessories are good!! Bring any worn-in leather belts, handkerchiefs, scarves and gaiters. For jewelry, beaded bracelets and necklaces, shark teeth necklaces, rope bracelets.

No bright colors. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

AIRPLANE PASSENGERS

Please bring casual outfit options, such as t-shirts, polos, lightweight pullovers, shorts, joggers, jeans and chinos. Please also bring comfortable shoes, like clean sneakers. Try to stick to solid colors in a color scheme of grays, muted blues and creams (not white). 

Thanks in advance for bringing great options!

7/7/25 - INT. BANK

 Welcome back to OBX SEASON 5---Shooting Monday, July 7, 2025!! If you are new with OBX, this blog is where you will find out important information on what kind of costumes you should bring as a Background Actor on the show. 

Just a couple of housekeeping items to begin with......

-Please, be on time.  You will be checked in by the AD Department and fill out paperwork before we can look at you.  If you are late then the Costume Department does not get as much time to make sure you look great.  

-Always come dressed in your first, best choice of the descriptions for your character.   After reading the character descriptions that you will find here, make your best pick and wear it in.  However, you will ALWAYS be expected to bring multiple options with you so that we can make the final choices.  The final choices will be made by the Costume Dept.  Please respect that we have the overview of the day and the show, and do not complain about what we ask you to wear. Solid colors, wide stripes, plaids, and large scale prints are great! Some color is good, as long as it isn't neon. Please do not include items with narrow stripes, neons, glitter, sequins, uncomfortable shoes, and clothing with large logos & graphics/ trademarked characters (giant Nike symbols, Star Wars tees, etc). Please avoid solid bright white items. On this particular show, simple logos are okay as long as it is mainly wording/ lettering/ phrases (not large pieces of artwork).

- It is MANDATORY that you read this blog before coming to work EVERY TIME YOU WORK.

Please read below for more information on what you should bring based on your character

BANK TELLERS

Please bring professional business attire, such as slacks, button down shirts, blouses and skirts, or dresses. Women, please bring lightweight sweater/blazer options in case a layer is needed. Please bring work-appropriate shoes, such as low heels, flats, loafers, oxfords or other dress shoes. Please also bring accessories that can complete a look, such as belts, ties, watches (not Apple watches) and jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

BANK PATRONS

Please bring generic, casual summer outfits options, such as lightweight short or long sleeve button ups, blouses, jeans, khakis or chinos, shorts, skirts, and dresses/rompers. Bring casual shoe options, like sandals, boat shoes or sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories that complete a look, like purses, belts, watches (not Apple watches) and jewelry. Take a look at the pictures under the CIVILIANS description for inspiration!

CIVILIANS

Please bring casual summer outfit options, avoid overly bright colors or loud patterns. Good items to bring include t-shirts, lightweight button downs, casual blouses, shorts, jeans/pants, and casual dresses. Please also bring casual shoe options, like sandals or sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories that can complete a look, like purses/bags, belts, hats, and simple everyday jewelry. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

DEPUTIES

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt, black crew socks and black tactical boots if you have them. Feel free to bring watches with you as long as they are not Apple watches. A uniform shirt, pants and belt will be provided for you. 

DISPATCH

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt, black crew socks and black tactical boots if you have them. Feel free to bring watches with you as long as they are not Apple watches. A uniform shirt, pants and belt will be provided for you. 

CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt, black crew socks and black tactical boots if you have them. Feel free to bring watches with you as long as they are not Apple watches. A uniform shirt, pants and belt will be provided for you.

INMATES

Please bring a white A-tank and white or light-colored underwear to wear under your costume. Please also bring white/off-white slip on shoes without laces if you have them. Everything else will be provided for you.

CELLMATE

Please bring a white A-tank and white or light-colored underwear to wear under your costume. Please also bring white /off-white slip on shoes without laces if you have them. Everything else will be provided for you.

GOLF CROWD MEMBER

Please bring preppy summer outfit options appropriate for the golf course, including short or long-sleeve button up shirts, polos, shorts, trousers, skirts, blouses and dresses. Please bring shoe options as well, such as clean sneakers, boat shoes or sandals. Please also bring accessories that can complete a look, such as purses/bags, sunglasses, hats, jewelry and watches (not Apple watches). Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

KOOK GOLFERS

Please bring outfit options that are appropriate for golfing during the summer, such as polos or other collared shirts, shorts or trousers, and golf shoes or sneakers. Women, please bring sleeveless or short sleeve collared golf shirts/polos and athletic skirts/shorts/trousers. If you already own golf gloves please bring these, too. Feel free to bring accessories that can complete a look, such as hats, sunglasses, watches (not Apple watches), jewelry and belts. Some brands that work well for the Kook characters are Vineyard Vines, Southern Tide, Lilly Pulitzer, Rainbows and Sperry. These are the most colorful characters on the show. Take a look at the pictures below for inspiration!

POGUE CADDIES

Please bring a white crew neck t-shirt, a white A-tank, white socks, white or light-colored underwear and khaki or white shorts/trousers to wear under your costume. Bring white, tan or gray compression/bike shorts if you have them. Please also bring clean sneakers. Feel free to bring accessories, like sunglasses, to complete the look. The rest of your uniform will be provided for you.

Thanks in advance for bringing great options!