Dilophosaurus Costume
Unleash your inner prehistoric predator with a colorful, frilled dinosaur look.
The Dilophosaurus is one of the most recognizable dinosaurs, famous for its distinctive double head crests and dramatic, colorful neck frills. Whether you are channeling the iconic pop-culture version or a scientifically inspired predator, this costume is a hit for dinosaur lovers of all ages. The look centers on a patterned green or brown reptile jumpsuit paired with a striking, fan-like neck frill.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $35–90
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What you need for a Dilophosaurus costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Dilophosaurus costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Reptile print jumpsuit
A green, brown, or yellow scaled-pattern jumpsuit with an attached stuffed tail.
DIY: Wear a green hoodie and sweatpants, and sew a stuffed fabric tail to the back of the pants.
Dilophosaurus neck frill
A large, fan-shaped collar featuring vibrant yellow, red, and black patterns.
DIY: Cut the frill shape out of stiff felt or cardboard, paint it with red and yellow patterns, and attach it to an elastic neck band.
Headpiece with crests
A hood or mask featuring two prominent parallel red or green crests along the top of the head.
DIY: Attach two painted cardboard semi-circles to a green baseball cap or hoodie hood.
Dinosaur claws or gloves
Green or brown three-toed gloves with soft felt claws.
DIY: Glue black felt triangles to the fingertips of green jersey gloves.
Matching shoe covers
Three-toed plush shoe covers that fit over your regular sneakers.
DIY: Cut claw shapes out of green felt and fabric-glue them directly to the tongues of old sneakers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Dilophosaurus costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the base reptile print jumpsuit and zip or button it up securely.
- 2
Attach the stuffed dinosaur tail to the back of the jumpsuit if it is detachable.
- 3
Slip on the matching dinosaur shoe covers over your comfortable walking shoes.
- 4
Position the colorful, fan-shaped neck frill around your neck, securing the velcro or elastic clasp.
- 5
Place the Dilophosaurus hood or mask over your head, ensuring the dual crests sit upright on top.
- 6
Put on the clawed gloves to complete the prehistoric predator look.
Makeup & hair
If using an open-face hood, apply green and yellow face paint around your eyes and cheeks, blending into a scaled pattern. Keep hair tied back flat under the hood or headpiece.
Dilophosaurus for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with a Jurassic Park safari guide or a Dennis Nedry character holding a muddy can.
- group
- Form a pack of different dinosaurs like a T-Rex, Velociraptor, and Triceratops.
- kids
- An adorable plush one-piece jumpsuit with a soft, built-in hood and felt frills.
- Plus size
- Look for loose-fitting, zippered Kigurumi-style dinosaur onesies for a comfortable, oversized fit.
- pet
- A lightweight green dog hoodie featuring a small felt neck frill and soft head crests.
Tips
- If your neck frill droops, reinforce the back with thin craft wire or stiff cardboard inserts.
- Opt for a jumpsuit with a removable tail if you plan on sitting down frequently during your event.
- Practice walking with the tail and shoe covers beforehand to avoid tripping on stairs.
- Keep your hands free for photos by choosing claw gloves with removable finger caps.
Dilophosaurus costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Dilophosaurus frill?
- You can cut a large semi-circle out of stiff yellow felt, paint red and black stripes on it, and attach it to a Velcro collar.
- Is the Dilophosaurus costume comfortable to wear?
- Yes, most versions are made of soft polyester fleece or velour jumpsuits, making them warm and comfortable for cool Halloween nights.
- Can I find inflatable versions of this costume?
- Yes, inflatable Dilophosaurus costumes with built-in battery-operated fans are widely available and provide a fun, oversized look.
Did you know? The real Dilophosaurus did not actually have a neck frill or spit venom; those famous traits were creative additions popularized by the 1993 film Jurassic Park.