Hershey's Kisses Costume
Wrap yourself in silver foil style as a sweet Hershey's Kiss.
The Hershey's Kiss is an iconic American chocolate treat known worldwide for its distinct conical shape and shiny silver foil wrapping. People choose this costume for its sweet, nostalgic appeal, instant recognizability, and lighthearted humor. The look centers on a metallic silver teardrop-shaped tunic or dress, topped with the signature white paper plume reading 'Kisses'.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–55
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What you need for a Hershey's Kisses costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hershey's Kisses costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Silver metallic tunic or dress
A conical, teardrop-shaped silver metallic tunic, or a shiny silver metallic dress that mimics the foil wrapping.
DIY: Wrap a large piece of flexible cardboard or foam into a cone shape, cover it in heavy-duty aluminum foil, and cut out armholes.
White headband with plume
A simple white headband featuring a stiff white paper or fabric strip extending upward with 'Kisses' printed on it in blue.
DIY: Cut a strip of white cardstock, write 'Kisses' in blue marker, and attach it to a plain white headband using wire or hot glue.
Silver leggings or pants
Form-fitting silver metallic leggings or grey pants to wear underneath the tunic.
DIY: Wear plain grey sweatpants or leggings already in your closet.
Silver long-sleeve shirt
A matching silver or grey long-sleeve shirt to layer under the main tunic.
DIY: Use a plain grey long-sleeve t-shirt.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hershey's Kisses costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the base layer of silver or grey long-sleeve shirt and matching leggings.
- 2
Slip the silver metallic conical tunic over your head, aligning your arms through the side openings.
- 3
Adjust the tunic so it flares out at the bottom to mimic the classic chocolate drop shape.
- 4
Place the white headband on your head, ensuring the 'Kisses' paper plume stands upright and faces forward.
- 5
Smooth out any major wrinkles in the metallic fabric to maximize the shiny, foil-wrapped effect.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neat and pulled back so the headband plume remains the main focus. For makeup, a touch of silver face glitter or silver eyeshadow adds a fun, festive sparkle to match the foil look.
Hershey's Kisses for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a Hershey's Cocoa Can, a classic Hershey's Milk Chocolate Bar, or another Kiss in a different color foil like red or gold.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as a bag of assorted Kisses, using silver, gold, red, and green metallic outfits.
- kids
- An inflatable Hershey's Kiss costume or a plush, stuffed silver tunic is comfortable and adorable for toddlers and kids.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting, A-line silver metallic dress or an oversized fabric tunic provides a comfortable, flexible fit for all body types.
- pet
- A small silver metallic dog coat with a miniature white 'Kisses' tag attached to the collar.
Tips
- If using real aluminum foil for a DIY version, reinforce the edges with duct tape on the inside to prevent tearing.
- Choose a flexible fabric tunic if you plan on sitting down frequently at a party or school event.
- Wear comfortable silver or black sneakers, as you will want neutral footwear that doesn't distract from the shiny outfit.
Hershey's Kisses costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY Hershey's Kiss hat?
- Wrap a cone of poster board in aluminum foil, glue it to a headband, and attach a strip of white paper with 'Kisses' written in blue marker to the top.
- What should I wear under a Hershey's Kiss tunic?
- Wear matching silver, grey, or black long-sleeve shirts and leggings to keep the focus on the silver foil shape.
- Is the Hershey's Kiss costume comfortable to wear?
- Yes, commercial fabric tunics are lightweight and roomy, though DIY foil versions can be stiff and are best for standing events.
Did you know? The iconic paper strip sticking out of the foil wrapping is officially called a 'plume' and was introduced by Hershey in 1921 to distinguish their product from imitators.