Captain Planet Costume
The power is yours! Bring the iconic eco-hero to life.
Captain Planet is the ultimate 1990s eco-superhero, summoned by the five Planeteers to protect the Earth. Dressing up as this classic cartoon hero is a nostalgic, high-energy choice for Halloween or retro conventions. The look is instantly recognizable by its bold blue skin, bright red chest armor, and signature green hair.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
Try it on
See yourself as Captain Planet
One clear photo of yourself; we render you in this costume — face untouched, full body, about 20 seconds.
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What you need for a Captain Planet costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Captain Planet costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Blue bodysuit or unitard
A skin-tight, full-body spandex suit in a bright sky blue color to mimic his metallic blue skin.
DIY: Use blue body paint on your bare skin if you prefer a more realistic, non-fabric look.
Red crop top or chest plate
A bright red sleeveless crop top or foam chest plate worn over the blue bodysuit.
DIY: Cut a red t-shirt into a high crop top, or craft a chest plate from red EVA foam.
Yellow globe chest emblem
A circular yellow patch featuring a blue globe graphic, placed dead center on the red chest piece.
DIY: Cut a circle out of yellow felt or craft foam and paint a blue Earth outline on it.
Red briefs
Bright red briefs or swim trunks worn over the blue bodysuit.
DIY: Use any pair of red athletic shorts or cut down a pair of red sweatpants.
Red gloves
Elbow-length red costume gloves to match the red chest piece.
DIY: Use red dishwashing gloves or shorter red winter gloves in a pinch.
Red boots or boot covers
Knee-high red boots or fabric boot covers worn over your shoes.
DIY: Wrap red duct tape around an old pair of tall socks worn over your shoes.
Green wig
A bright grass-green wig styled in a neat, swept-back mullet or classic superhero crop.
DIY: Use temporary green hair color spray on your natural hair styled with heavy-hold gel.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Captain Planet costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the sky blue spandex bodysuit as your base layer, ensuring a snug fit.
- 2
Layer the red briefs or swim trunks over the blue bodysuit.
- 3
Slip the red crop top or foam chest plate over your torso.
- 4
Attach the yellow globe emblem to the center of the red chest piece using fabric glue or safety pins.
- 5
Pull on the knee-high red boots or secure the red boot covers over your shoes.
- 6
Put on the long red gloves, tucking the sleeves of the blue bodysuit underneath them.
- 7
Apply blue face paint to any exposed skin on your face and neck to match the bodysuit, then put on the green wig.
Makeup & hair
Apply light blue water-based face paint evenly to your face, ears, and neck, blending it seamlessly into the collar of your blue bodysuit. Style the green wig with a clean, swept-back look, or use strong-hold gel and green hair spray on your natural hair.
Captain Planet for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Gaia, the Spirit of the Earth, wearing a flowing green gown and a flower crown.
- group
- Gather five friends to dress as the Planeteers (Kwame, Wheeler, Linka, Gi, and Ma-Ti) wearing their signature 90s gear and elemental rings.
- kids
- A blue long-sleeve shirt and blue leggings paired with a red t-shirt cut into a vest makes an easy, comfortable kids' version.
- Plus size
- Opt for a two-piece blue athletic set (compression shirt and leggings) instead of a one-piece bodysuit for a more comfortable, customizable fit.
- pet
- A red dog t-shirt with a yellow felt globe patch glued to the back.
Tips
- If using a full bodysuit, make sure to buy one with a removable hood or a face opening so you can breathe and eat easily.
- Wear seamless, neutral-colored undergarments beneath the spandex bodysuit to keep the silhouette clean.
- Carry a silver or gold ring to show off the 'power' of the elements during photos.
- Keep a small sponge and extra blue face paint in your pocket for quick touch-ups around your mouth and nose throughout the night.
Captain Planet costume FAQ
- How do I get Captain Planet's green hair?
- The easiest way is to purchase a short, bright green cosplay wig. If you have short hair, you can style it with heavy gel and use temporary green hair color spray.
- What is the symbol on Captain Planet's chest?
- It is a yellow circle containing a blue stylized globe, representing Earth. You can easily make this out of yellow felt and fabric paint.
- Is a Captain Planet costume hot to wear?
- Spandex bodysuits can trap heat, but they are generally breathable. If you get too warm, you can opt for a two-piece blue athletic shirt and leggings set instead of a full unitard.
Did you know? Before voicing the character, Tom Cruise was originally cast to voice Captain Planet in the early stages of the animated series' development.