Baby Shark Costume
Bring the viral sensation to life with this cheerful yellow shark look.
Baby Shark is the beloved, viral character from the global Pinkfong sensation that kids and families adore. People choose this costume for its cheerful energy, recognizable design, and family-friendly appeal. The look consists of a bright yellow shark jumpsuit with a white belly, a rear fin, and a hood showing Baby Shark's friendly face.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Baby Shark costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Baby Shark costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Yellow shark jumpsuit
A plush, bright yellow hooded jumpsuit featuring a white belly patch, a stuffed back fin, and a hood with printed shark eyes and felt teeth.
DIY: Use a bright yellow hooded sweatshirt and fabric-glue felt eyes, teeth, and a cardboard fin to it.
White felt belly patch
A large oval patch of white felt attached to the stomach area of the jumpsuit.
DIY: Cut a large oval from a sheet of white felt and safety pin or fabric glue it to the front of a yellow hoodie.
Yellow leggings or sweatpants
Comfortable, solid yellow pants to wear underneath or to complete the look if using a separate hoodie.
DIY: Wear any plain yellow or white pants you already own.
Yellow or white sneakers
Simple, clean canvas sneakers in bright yellow or solid white to match the shark's color scheme.
DIY: Use plain white athletic shoes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Baby Shark costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on comfortable base layers, such as a yellow t-shirt and yellow leggings or sweatpants.
- 2
Step into the yellow shark jumpsuit and pull it up over your shoulders.
- 3
Zip or button the front of the jumpsuit securely.
- 4
Pull the hood over your head, ensuring the shark's eyes and teeth sit flat on your forehead.
- 5
Adjust the back fin so it stands upright and is centered.
- 6
Put on matching yellow or white sneakers to complete the seamless, bright look.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup simple with a clean face or add small painted yellow shark fins on the cheeks. Tuck hair completely into the hood to keep the focus on the shark's face.
Baby Shark for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Mommy Shark (pink) and Daddy Shark (blue) for a matching ocean duo.
- group
- Gather the whole family to dress as Baby, Mommy, Daddy, Grandma, and Grandpa Shark.
- kids
- An incredibly popular toddler choice, often featuring built-in sound chips that play the song.
- Plus size
- Look for loose-fitting, zippered fleece onesies which offer a comfortable, stretchy fit for all body types.
- pet
- A simple yellow shark fin harness or a soft dog hoodie with felt teeth.
Tips
- Choose a fleece jumpsuit if you are trick-or-treating in cold weather, as it keeps you very warm.
- If your costume has a built-in sound chip, test the batteries before heading out and bring spares.
- Keep your hands free for candy bags by choosing a jumpsuit with deep pockets or wearing a yellow fanny pack.
Baby Shark costume FAQ
- What colors are the different sharks?
- Baby Shark is yellow, Mommy Shark is pink, Daddy Shark is blue, Grandma Shark is orange, and Grandpa Shark is green.
- How do you make a DIY Baby Shark costume?
- Attach a white felt oval to the front of a yellow hoodie, glue felt eyes and teeth to the hood, and attach a stuffed yellow felt fin to the back.
- Is the Baby Shark costume comfortable for toddlers?
- Yes, most commercial versions are soft, plush onesies that allow toddlers to move, jump, and run easily.
Did you know? The 'Baby Shark' video by Pinkfong became the first YouTube video to surpass 10 billion views, making it the most-viewed video in the platform's history.