Killer Klown Costume
Bring the campy, sci-fi horror of Crescent Cove to life.
The Killer Klowns from Outer Space are cult-classic horror icons known for their garish, oversized alien clown designs. Choosing this costume lets you channel 1980s sci-fi nostalgia with a blend of goofy camp and genuine creepiness. The signature look centers on a bright, voluminous jumpsuit, a distorted clown mask with wild hair, and bizarre alien toy props.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Killer Klown costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Killer Klown costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Satin clown jumpsuit
A baggy, shiny satin jumpsuit, typically white with large yellow, pink, or green polka dots and stripes, featuring ruffled collar cuffs.
DIY: Dye a white oversized painter's boiler suit and fabric-paint large colorful polka dots onto it.
Overhead latex clown mask
A creepy, lumpy alien clown mask with a distorted grin, bulbous nose, and flesh folds beneath the chin.
DIY: Use a standard scary clown mask and build up the chin and cheek areas using liquid latex and cotton balls.
Bright clown wig
Wild, synthetic hair in neon green, bright pink, or deep blue, often styled in two side tufts if not already built into the mask.
DIY: Spray paint a cheap white costume wig with neon green and pink temporary hair color.
Oversized clown shoes
Large, bulbous costume shoes in matching bright colors like yellow, red, or green.
DIY: Cover a pair of old sneakers with colored felt and stuffing to create a bulbous shape.
Toy cotton candy gun
A retro-futuristic toy blaster that resembles the movie's cotton candy cocoon gun.
DIY: Paint a large plastic water gun with pastel pinks and blues, then wrap the barrel in pink polyester fiberfill.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Killer Klown costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the baggy satin clown jumpsuit and zip or button it securely.
- 2
Adjust the ruffled neck collar so it sits evenly over the shoulders.
- 3
Step into the oversized clown shoes and tie them securely over your regular socks.
- 4
Carefully pull on the latex alien clown mask, ensuring the eyeholes align with your eyes.
- 5
If using a separate wig, secure your natural hair with a wig cap before putting on the neon wig.
- 6
Equip your toy cotton candy gun or carry a prop bag of pink cotton candy to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
If you prefer not to wear a hot latex mask, apply white cream face paint as a base, draw a large red bulbous nose, paint a wide, sinister toothy grin extending past your cheeks, and use dark purple eyeshadow around the eyes to mimic the alien folds.
Killer Klown for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as two different Klowns, such as Shorty in his green-haired suit and Jumbo with his yellow hair.
- group
- Gather a squad wearing different colored Klown jumpsuits, carrying prop cotton candy cocoons and popcorn buckets.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a colorful polka-dot jumpsuit and friendly-creepy face paint instead of a heavy latex mask.
- Plus size
- The naturally baggy, oversized cut of classic clown jumpsuits provides a comfortable, highly adjustable fit for all body types.
- pet
- A small dog wearing a ruffled red and yellow collar with a tiny plush cotton candy toy.
Tips
- Latex masks can get hot quickly; take regular breaks in well-ventilated areas to cool down.
- Ensure your peripheral vision is clear before walking around crowded areas or dark streets.
- Carry a small hand fan inside your costume to help circulate air under the heavy jumpsuit.
- Use safety pins to adjust the cuffs of the jumpsuit if they are too long and trip you up.
Killer Klown costume FAQ
- What do the Killer Klowns use to capture people?
- They use retro-futuristic blasters that wrap their victims in pink, cotton-candy-like cocoons.
- How do you make a DIY cotton candy cocoon prop?
- Wrap a mannequin or a balloon structure in pink polyester fiberfill or pink cotton batting, then spray it lightly with adhesive to hold the shape.
- Is a mask required for this costume?
- While a molded latex mask captures the distinct, lumpy alien facial structure best, high-quality theatrical makeup can recreate the creepy look comfortably.
Did you know? The iconic, lumpy look of the Klowns was created by the Chiodo Brothers, who used practical special effects and puppetry to bring the alien invaders to life on a modest budget.