How do you make a DIY Heart Eyes Emoji costume?

Cut two large circles from a cardboard box, paint them bright yellow, and paint two red hearts for eyes and a black curved smile. Attach the two circles together at the top with two thick black ribbon straps that rest on your shoulders.

What should I wear under an emoji costume?

Wear solid black clothing, such as a black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings or jeans. This creates a neutral background that makes the bright yellow emoji face stand out.

Is the emoji costume comfortable for walking around?

Yes, foam-backed tunics are lightweight and flexible, making them very comfortable for walking, though they can be bulky when sitting down.

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Heart Eyes Emoji Costume

Spread the love with this vibrant, instantly recognizable yellow emoji look.

The Heart Eyes Emoji costume is a cheerful, crowd-pleasing choice for Halloween, school events, or group themes. Representing love, infatuation, and adoration, this look centers around a bright yellow circular face with two bold red heart-shaped eyes and a wide open smile. It is incredibly easy to put on, highly customizable, and guaranteed to bring positive vibes to any gathering.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $15–50

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Yellow Emoji Tunic
A circular, foam-backed yellow sandwich-board style tunic featuring the classic heart eyes and open-mouthed smile print.
DIY: Cut two large circles out of cardboard, paint them bright yellow, paint on the red hearts and black smile, and attach shoulder straps.
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Black Long-Sleeve Shirt
A solid black crewneck shirt to wear underneath the tunic to make the yellow face pop.
DIY: Use any plain black t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt from your closet.
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Black Pants or Leggings
Form-fitting black leggings or slim-fit pants to keep the focus on the yellow emoji body.
DIY: Wear any comfortable black jeans or sweatpants.
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Yellow Face Paint
Bright yellow water-activated face paint to cover exposed skin for a fully committed look.
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Red Heart Sunglasses
Plastic sunglasses with bright red, heart-shaped frames to wear when not wearing the full tunic.
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How to put it together

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Put on the solid black long-sleeve shirt and black pants or leggings as your base layer.
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If using face paint, apply a even layer of bright yellow paint to your face, avoiding the immediate eye area.
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Slip the yellow Heart Eyes Emoji tunic over your head, adjusting the shoulder straps so it sits comfortably at chest level.
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Ensure the front of the tunic is facing forward, showing the red hearts and black open smile clearly.
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Put on the red heart-shaped sunglasses if you want an extra touch of character when your face is visible.
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Pair with simple black sneakers to complete the clean, high-contrast look.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair pulled back in a sleek ponytail or bun so it doesn't block the tunic. If you aren't using full yellow face paint, apply a bright red lipstick to match the heart eyes, or wear red heart-shaped sunglasses.

Heart Eyes Emoji for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with another emoji, such as the Throwing a Kiss emoji or the Laughing Crying emoji.
group: Gather a group of friends to go as a full keyboard of popular emojis, including the poop emoji, thumbs up, and dancing girls.
kids: Use a smaller yellow t-shirt with a felt heart-eyes face glued to the front, paired with a black fluffy tutu.
Plus size: The sandwich-board style foam tunic is naturally loose-fitting and accommodates all body types comfortably.
pet: A yellow dog bandana featuring printed red hearts and a black smile.

Tips

Since the tunic can be wide, practice navigating tight spaces or doorways before heading out to a party.
Wear comfortable black sneakers, as you'll likely be walking around showing off your bright look.
If attending an outdoor event, the tunic easily fits over warm jackets or hoodies.
Keep your arms free by choosing a tunic with open sides or armholes so you can easily hold drinks or treats.

Heart Eyes Emoji costume FAQ

How do you make a DIY Heart Eyes Emoji costume?: Cut two large circles from a cardboard box, paint them bright yellow, and paint two red hearts for eyes and a black curved smile. Attach the two circles together at the top with two thick black ribbon straps that rest on your shoulders.
What should I wear under an emoji costume?: Wear solid black clothing, such as a black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings or jeans. This creates a neutral background that makes the bright yellow emoji face stand out.
Is the emoji costume comfortable for walking around?: Yes, foam-backed tunics are lightweight and flexible, making them very comfortable for walking, though they can be bulky when sitting down.

Did you know? The Heart Eyes Emoji, officially called 'Smiling Face with Heart-Eyes', was approved as part of Unicode 6.0 in 2010 and has consistently ranked as one of the top five most popular emojis used worldwide.