Hawkgirl Costume
Channel the fierce DC Comics heroine with wings, helmet, and mace.
Hawkgirl is one of DC Comics' most formidable warriors, known for her majestic wings, signature bird-like helmet, and powerful Nth metal mace. Whether you are channeling her classic comic book look or her sleek modern cinematic appearance, this costume is a showstopper at any convention or Halloween party. The ensemble combines bold primary colors with warrior-grade armor pieces and dramatic feathered wings.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $60–250
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What you need for a Hawkgirl costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hawkgirl costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Yellow crop top or bodysuit
A form-fitting bright yellow spandex crop top or sleeveless bodysuit to form the base of the torso.
DIY: Use a plain yellow t-shirt and cut off the sleeves and hem to create a custom crop top.
Green pants or leggings
Form-fitting forest green leggings or skinny pants to contrast with the yellow top.
Hawkgirl helmet mask
A molded gold and grey helmet featuring a bird-beak faceplate and pointed black-tipped ears.
DIY: Craft a helmet using EVA foam sheets painted with metallic gold and grey acrylic paint.
Large feathered wings
A pair of large, structured grey and white feathered wings worn with elastic shoulder straps.
DIY: Cut a wing silhouette out of sturdy cardboard, cover it in grey felt, and glue rows of faux craft feathers on both sides.
Red utility belt and harness
A red waist belt featuring a circular gold buckle, paired with a red chest harness that crosses in an 'X'.
DIY: Use red webbing strap material and a gold-painted craft foam circle for the buckle.
Red boots or boot covers
Knee-high red boots, or red fabric boot covers worn over comfortable flat shoes.
DIY: Wrap red felt or stretchy fabric around your existing boots and secure with safety pins.
Spiked mace prop
A lightweight plastic or foam medieval mace painted in metallic silver and black.
DIY: Attach a painted styrofoam ball with foam spikes to a lightweight plastic rod or wooden dowel.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hawkgirl costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the forest green leggings and the bright yellow top or bodysuit.
- 2
Secure the red utility belt around your waist, centering the gold buckle.
- 3
Slip on the red chest harness, ensuring it sits comfortably over your shoulders and crosses at the center of your chest.
- 4
Put on the knee-high red boots over your pants.
- 5
Secure the large feathered wings using the elastic shoulder straps, adjusting them so they sit high on your back.
- 6
Carefully put on the Hawkgirl helmet, adjusting your hair so it flows out from the back of the mask.
- 7
Pick up your spiked mace prop to complete the warrior look.
Makeup & hair
If your hair is visible beneath the helmet, style it in long, flowing natural waves. Keep makeup bold with a strong red lip and defined eyeliner visible through the helmet's eye cutouts.
Hawkgirl for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Hawkman wearing matching gold helmets, green pants, and large feathered wings.
- group
- Join forces with the Justice League alongside Green Lantern, Flash, Wonder Woman, and Batman.
- kids
- A comfortable one-piece jumpsuit printed with the yellow and green suit details, paired with small felt wings.
- Plus size
- Opt for high-waisted green compression leggings and a structured yellow corset for extra support and comfort.
Tips
- Ensure your wing straps are tight and comfortable, as large wings can catch the wind or pull backward.
- If attending a crowded indoor event, opt for smaller or collapsible wings to avoid bumping into people.
- Apply foam padding tape to the inside of the helmet to prevent it from rubbing against your forehead and nose.
- Keep your hands free by adding a small loop to your utility belt to hang your mace prop when not in use.
Hawkgirl costume FAQ
- What is the difference between Hawkgirl and Hawkwoman?
- In DC Comics lore, Hawkgirl (Shiera Sanders or Kendra Saunders) and Hawkwoman (Shayera Hol) are often different reincarnations or versions of the same character, with Hawkgirl typically associated with Earth-based teams and Hawkwoman with the planet Thanagar.
- How do you make Hawkgirl wings stay up?
- Use a sturdy wire frame (like heavy-gauge copper wire or coat hangers) inside the wings, anchored to a flat cardboard or plastic backplate worn with tight elastic backpack-style straps.
- What is Hawkgirl's weapon made of?
- In the comics, her mace is made of Nth metal. For a costume, it is best made from lightweight EVA foam, styrofoam, and a plastic rod painted to look like weathered metal.
Did you know? Hawkgirl first appeared in Flash Comics #1 in 1940, making her one of the very first female superheroes in comic book history.