How do you make a DIY bat costume at home?

You can easily make one by wearing all-black clothes, cutting scalloped wing shapes out of black felt or an old black umbrella, and hot-gluing felt triangles onto a black headband.

What is the easiest way to make bat wings?

The easiest way is to use a black umbrella. Remove the metal stem, cut the fabric canopy in half, and safety-pin or sew the scalloped halves along the sleeves and sides of a black hoodie.

What makeup goes well with a bat costume?

A simple black painted nose, dark gothic lipstick, and dramatic winged eyeliner or smoky eyeshadow perfectly complement the spooky bat theme.

An adorable option using a black zip-up hoodie with felt wings sewn directly under the arms.

A simple harness with lightweight felt bat wings strapped around your dog or cat's back.

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Bat Costume

Spread your wings and fly into the night with this classic look.

The bat is a classic Halloween archetype, chosen for its perfect blend of spooky charm, simplicity, and comfort. This look centers around a sleek, all-black outfit paired with scalloped fabric wings and pointed bat ears. It is highly customizable, making it a go-to choice for last-minute partygoers, kids, and cozy-costume lovers alike.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $15–50

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Black long-sleeve top
A snug, comfortable black crewneck or hoodie to serve as the base of the bat's body.
DIY: Use any plain black long-sleeve shirt or sweatshirt from your closet.
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Black leggings or pants
Simple black leggings, joggers, or jeans to complete the sleek, dark silhouette.
DIY: Wear any comfortable black pants or jeans you already own.
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Black bat wings
Scalloped fabric wings with elastic loops that attach to your shoulders and wrists.
DIY: Cut a scalloped wing shape out of black felt or an old black umbrella and safety-pin it to your sleeves.
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Bat ear headband
A black headband featuring two pointed, upright felt or plush bat ears.
DIY: Cut two triangles out of black cardboard or felt and hot-glue them to a plain black headband.
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Black face paint or eyeliner
Used to draw a cute bat nose, whiskers, or dramatic dark eye makeup.
DIY: Use standard black liquid eyeliner or eyeshadow from your makeup bag.
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How to put it together

1
Put on your base layer of a black long-sleeve shirt and black pants or leggings.
2
Secure the bat wings by slipping your arms through the shoulder elastic and your wrists or fingers through the outer loops.
3
Place the bat ear headband securely on your head, adjusting it so the ears sit upright.
4
Apply black eyeliner or face paint to draw a small black triangle on the tip of your nose.
5
Complete the look with dark eyeshadow or simple black boots to match the dark aesthetic.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair simple or slicked back to let the headband ears stand out. For makeup, draw a small black triangle on the tip of your nose and add dark, smoky eyeshadow or winged eyeliner for a classic gothic touch.

Bat for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up as a Bat and a Vampire, or go as a pair of matching bats.
group: Form a colony of bats with friends wearing different colored accent wings (like purple or silver glitter).
kids: An adorable option using a black zip-up hoodie with felt wings sewn directly under the arms.
Plus size: A black fleece bat onesie or oversized black bat-wing tunic offers an incredibly comfortable, flattering, and warm fit.
pet: A simple harness with lightweight felt bat wings strapped around your dog or cat's back.

More ways people search for this costume

The most-searched variations of “Bat costume”, and how this look adapts to each.

Kids bat costume: An adorable option using a black zip-up hoodie with felt wings sewn directly under the arms.
Dog bat costume: A simple harness with lightweight felt bat wings strapped around your dog or cat's back.

Tips

Choose wings with wrist straps so they spread dramatically when you lift your arms for photos.
If trick-or-treating or partying outdoors, use a black zippered hoodie as your base layer to stay warm.
Ensure your headband fits snugly but comfortably behind your ears to avoid headaches during long wear.
Opt for lightweight felt or fabric wings rather than heavy wire-framed ones if you plan on sitting down frequently.

Bat costume FAQ

How do you make a DIY bat costume at home?: You can easily make one by wearing all-black clothes, cutting scalloped wing shapes out of black felt or an old black umbrella, and hot-gluing felt triangles onto a black headband.
What is the easiest way to make bat wings?: The easiest way is to use a black umbrella. Remove the metal stem, cut the fabric canopy in half, and safety-pin or sew the scalloped halves along the sleeves and sides of a black hoodie.
What makeup goes well with a bat costume?: A simple black painted nose, dark gothic lipstick, and dramatic winged eyeliner or smoky eyeshadow perfectly complement the spooky bat theme.

Did you know? The classic DIY trick of making bat wings from a disassembled black umbrella was popularized in the early 2000s and remains one of the most famous upcycled costume hacks.