Heidi Klum Costume
Become the Queen of Halloween in Heidi's viral giant worm costume.
Heidi Klum is the undisputed Queen of Halloween, famous for her mind-blowing, prosthetic-heavy party outfits. Her most viral look of all time is the hyper-realistic giant rain worm from her 2022 bash. This guide helps you recreate that legendary, hilarious, and unforgettable worm look using practical materials.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Heidi Klum costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Heidi Klum costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Segmented worm body suit
A long, flexible, pinkish-brown fabric tube or modified sleeping bag with horizontal ridges.
DIY: Sew a tube of stretchy pinkish-brown spandex fabric and insert foam pool noodles or stuffing to create the segmented ridges.
Flesh-toned bald cap
A latex or silicone bald cap to completely hide your hair and blend into the worm head.
DIY: Use a tight, skin-colored swim cap if a latex bald cap is unavailable.
Pink and brown face paint
Cream-based makeup in shades of dusty pink, brown, and beige to match the worm's skin tone.
DIY: Blend liquid foundation with pink lipstick and brown eyeshadow.
Clear face gloss
A skin-safe clear gloss, glycerin, or petroleum jelly to give the face and head a wet, slimy texture.
DIY: Use a generous layer of clear lip gloss or petroleum jelly.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Heidi Klum costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Slick your hair back completely flat against your head using strong-hold gel, then apply and secure the bald cap.
- 2
Use cream makeup to paint your face and the bald cap in matching shades of dusty pink and earth-tone brown, blending them seamlessly.
- 3
Apply a thick layer of clear cosmetic gloss over your face and the bald cap to create a realistic, slimy sheen.
- 4
Step into the segmented worm body suit, pulling it up to your neck.
- 5
Carefully pull the top hood of the worm suit over your head, adjusting the opening so only your face is exposed.
- 6
Ensure there is a small slit or opening at the bottom of the suit so you can safely shuffle your feet to walk.
Makeup & hair
Hide all hair under a bald cap. Paint your face in textured pink, beige, and brown tones, then coat everything in clear cosmetic gloss or petroleum jelly for a wet, slimy, hyper-realistic earthworm appearance.
Heidi Klum for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Have your partner dress as a fisherman holding a giant fishing rod with a hook attached to your worm suit, mimicking Tom Kaulitz's companion look.
- group
- Have friends dress up as Heidi's other famous Halloween looks, such as her 2023 Peacock, 2025 Medusa, or Jessica Rabbit.
- kids
- A simplified, soft felt sleeping-bag style worm suit that allows their arms and feet to remain free for safety.
- Plus size
- Construct the worm body using a wide, highly stretchable spandex fabric with adjustable elastic bands to define the segments comfortably.
- pet
- A small, plush, segmented worm jacket designed for dogs.
Tips
- Since your arms are restricted inside the suit, make sure you have a friend nearby to help you drink water or adjust your costume during the party.
- Leave a discreet slit near the bottom of the worm suit so you can shuffle your feet and walk safely without having to slither on the floor.
- Use water-soluble face gloss instead of heavy oils to keep your skin comfortable and prevent breakouts.
Heidi Klum costume FAQ
- How do you walk in the Heidi Klum worm costume?
- Unlike Heidi, who had to slither on the floor, you can leave a subtle opening at the bottom of the fabric tube for your feet to shuffle.
- What materials are best for a DIY worm costume?
- A stretchy spandex tube, foam pool noodles for the segments, and plenty of polyester fiberfill work best.
- How do you get the wet, slimy worm look?
- Apply clear cosmetic gloss, glycerin, or petroleum jelly over your face paint to create a realistic, shiny sheen.
Did you know? Heidi Klum spent over two years planning her 2022 worm costume, which required her to be professionally rolled into the prosthetic suit.