Enderman Costume
Bring the tall, mysterious Minecraft mob to life in blocky style.
The Enderman is one of Minecraft's most iconic and mysterious mobs, known for its tall silhouette, purple eyes, and love for moving blocks. It is a popular costume choice for gamers of all ages because of its instantly recognizable pixelated look and eerie vibe. This guide covers both structured deluxe versions and comfortable, budget-friendly DIY options.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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See yourself as Enderman
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What you need for a Enderman costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Enderman costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Pixelated black tunic or hoodie
A structured square-cut black tunic with grey and dark purple pixel patterns, or a plain black hoodie for a DIY version.
DIY: Use a plain black hoodie and fabric paint to stamp grey and purple squares onto the chest.
Black pants
Slim-fit black pants, leggings, or sweatpants to maintain a tall, dark, and slender silhouette.
DIY: Any plain black pants or leggings you already own.
Enderman cardboard head mask
A square, boxy cardboard mask featuring printed pixel textures and horizontal purple eyes.
DIY: Paint a square cardboard box black, cut out horizontal eye slits, and paint purple pixels around them.
Grass block prop
A lightweight foam or cardboard cube printed with the classic Minecraft green and brown grass pixel texture.
DIY: Wrap a small square shipping box in green and brown construction paper to look like a grass block.
Purple glow sticks
Glow sticks or small battery-operated purple LED lights to mimic the Enderman's teleportation particles.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Enderman costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the slim-fit black pants and the black pixelated tunic or hoodie.
- 2
If using a DIY hoodie, ensure your hood is pulled up to create a seamless transition to the mask.
- 3
Place the square Enderman cardboard mask over your head, adjusting the inner headband for a secure fit.
- 4
Carry the lightweight grass block prop in both hands, holding it close to your chest just like the game character.
- 5
Activate purple glow sticks and tuck them into your pockets or hold them to simulate purple teleportation particles.
Makeup & hair
Since this costume uses a full-head box mask, hair and makeup are not required. If you choose to go without the mask, apply dark purple face paint around your eyes in a horizontal block shape.
Enderman for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with another player dressed in a Steve or Alex costume holding a diamond sword.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as different Minecraft mobs, including a Creeper, Zombie, Skeleton, and Enderman.
- kids
- Available in comfortable foam-tunic deluxe sets or inflatable versions that are easy to walk in.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting black tracksuit paired with the box mask offers a comfortable, highly adjustable fit.
Tips
- Ensure the eye holes in the cardboard box mask align well with your eyes before wearing it trick-or-treating.
- Keep the grass block prop lightweight so it is easy to carry around all night.
- Wear dark shoes to keep the solid black, shadowy look consistent from head to toe.
Enderman costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY Enderman head?
- Find a square cardboard box that fits your head, paint it entirely black, cut out rectangular eye slits, and use purple and grey acrylic paint to add pixel details.
- Can you see out of the Enderman mask?
- Yes, official masks and DIY versions feature mesh-covered horizontal eye slits that allow for visibility while keeping your eyes hidden.
- What block does the Enderman carry?
- Endermen can pick up many blocks, but they are most famously depicted carrying a classic green and brown Minecraft grass block.
Did you know? In Minecraft, Endermen speak in reverse or pitched-down English phrases like 'here', 'this way', 'forever', and 'what's up?'.