Fidget Spinner Costume
Take this viral 2017 toy sensation for a spin.
The fidget spinner costume is a hilarious, nostalgic nod to the viral toy craze of 2017. Perfect for school events, Halloween, or meme-themed parties, this look typically features a giant, three-lobed body piece worn over a simple solid-colored base. It is a highly creative, conversation-starting outfit that you can easily craft at home or buy ready-made.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $15–50
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What you need for a Fidget Spinner costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Fidget Spinner costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Solid black base layers
A matching black long-sleeve shirt and black pants or leggings to make the colorful spinner stand out.
DIY: Use any matching dark-colored solid clothing from your closet.
Giant cardboard sheet
A large, sturdy piece of corrugated cardboard, at least 3 feet by 3 feet, to cut out the spinner shape.
DIY: Flatten and tape together large delivery boxes.
Bright spray paint
A can of vibrant spray paint, such as neon blue, bright red, or metallic gold, for the main body of the spinner.
DIY: Use leftover acrylic craft paint applied with a foam brush.
Silver and black craft paint
Acrylic paint to add the circular weight details on the lobes and the center bearing cap.
DIY: Cut circles out of aluminum foil and black construction paper instead of painting.
Heavy-duty elastic straps
Two lengths of thick black elastic webbing to create shoulder straps for wearing the cardboard cutout.
DIY: Use straps from an old backpack or strong duct tape folded over itself.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Fidget Spinner costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Wear your solid black long-sleeve shirt and matching black pants as the neutral base layer.
- 2
Trace a large, symmetrical three-lobed fidget spinner shape onto your cardboard sheet using a pencil.
- 3
Carefully cut out the spinner shape using a utility knife or heavy-duty shears.
- 4
Apply a base coat of bright spray paint to the entire cardboard spinner shape and let it dry completely.
- 5
Paint three smaller circles black or metallic silver and glue them near the outer edge of each lobe to represent the weights.
- 6
Paint a smaller circle silver and glue it to the exact center of the spinner to represent the ball bearing hub.
- 7
Secure the elastic straps to the back of the cardboard spinner using strong duct tape or hot glue, adjusting the length so it sits comfortably on your chest.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair and makeup simple and neutral, or use temporary spray-on hair color that matches the bright color of your spinner.
Fidget Spinner for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as a fidget spinner and the other as a classic Rubik's Cube for a toy-themed duo.
- group
- A trio can wear different colored spinners (red, blue, and green) to form a matching set.
- kids
- Scale down the cardboard cutout size so it is lightweight and easy for a child to walk in.
- Plus size
- Ensure the shoulder straps are adjustable and long enough to sit comfortably across the chest.
- pet
- A small, lightweight felt spinner cutout attached to a dog harness.
Tips
- Keep the cardboard lightweight so it is easy to wear and walk through doorways.
- If you want it to actually spin, use a lazy Susan bearing mechanism between two layers of cardboard, though a static version is much easier to wear.
- Wear form-fitting base layers so the bulky cardboard shape remains the clear focus of the costume.
Fidget Spinner costume FAQ
- How do you make a fidget spinner costume actually spin?
- You can sandwich a small plastic lazy Susan turntable bearing between a back harness plate and the front spinner cutout, securing them with a central bolt.
- What is the easiest way to get the shape right?
- Project a template onto a wall, tape your cardboard to the wall, and trace the outline for perfect symmetry.
- What should I wear underneath the spinner?
- A solid black or white bodysuit, or a matching long-sleeve t-shirt and leggings, works best to make the colorful spinner pop.
Did you know? Fidget spinners exploded in popularity in the spring of 2017, quickly transitioning from a concentration aid to a massive global toy craze.