L.O.L. Surprise! Costume
Bring the ultra-popular, glittery toy-box dolls to life with vibrant style.
L.O.L. Surprise! dolls are a massive hit for their bright, glittery, and fashion-forward outfits. Dressing up as characters like Diva or Queen Bee is a popular choice for kids and cosplay enthusiasts who love bold colors and oversized accessories. This guide helps you assemble a signature doll look featuring tulle, animal prints, and giant hair bows.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $25–65
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What you need for a L.O.L. Surprise! costume
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Oversized hair bow headband
A giant pink or white satin bow attached to a sturdy headband.
DIY: Cut a large rectangle of stiff pink felt, fold it into a bow shape, and hot glue it to a plain plastic headband.
Leopard print or glittery dress
A short-sleeved dress with a glittery bodice or a bold pink leopard print pattern.
DIY: Fabric paint black and pink leopard spots onto a plain white or pink t-shirt dress.
Tulle tutu skirt
A layered, voluminous tulle skirt in hot pink, white, or gold to match the doll's aesthetic.
DIY: Tie strips of pink and white tulle around an elastic waistband.
White fishnet tights or high socks
Classic white fishnet tights or knee-high socks to capture the doll-like proportions.
DIY: Use plain white knee-high socks and decorate the cuffs with pink fabric markers.
Glittery high-top sneakers
Bright pink, silver, or gold glitter sneakers with white laces.
DIY: Coat an old pair of sneakers in Mod Podge and heavy pink glitter, then seal with a clear topcoat.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white fishnet tights or knee-high socks first.
- 2
Slip on the leopard print or glittery dress, ensuring the bodice fits snugly.
- 3
Layer the voluminous tulle tutu skirt over the dress if extra volume is needed.
- 4
Put on the glittery high-top sneakers and tie them securely.
- 5
Style hair into high twin buns or a high ponytail, then slide on the oversized bow headband.
- 6
Apply face glitter and bright pink lipstick to complete the toy-doll aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Style hair into two high, voluminous buns (space buns) or a high ponytail, heavily sprayed with glitter hairspray. Apply bright pink lipstick, a touch of pink blush, and stick-on face gems or chunky face glitter near the temples.
L.O.L. Surprise! for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as two different dolls, such as Diva (pink leopard) and Queen Bee (gold and black stripes).
- group
- Gather a group to represent different L.O.L. Surprise! clubs, like the Glitterati, Athletic Club, or Theater Club.
- kids
- This is highly popular for kids; look for official licensed tulle dresses that come with matching headbands.
- Plus size
- Use a stretchy pink leopard print skater dress paired with a high-waisted crinoline petticoat for maximum volume.
- pet
- A small pink tutu and a miniature pink bow collar for your dog.
Tips
- Use hair donuts or foam inserts to get the perfect, ultra-voluminous doll-like space buns.
- If wearing fishnets, wear a pair of nude tights underneath for warmth and comfort during outdoor trick-or-treating.
- Keep the glitter contained by using a cosmetic glitter primer or glitter gel instead of loose craft glitter.
L.O.L. Surprise! costume FAQ
- What are the most popular L.O.L. Surprise characters to dress up as?
- Diva (white hair, pink leopard print, giant pink bow) and Queen Bee (black and gold stripes, gold glitter buns) are the most popular and recognizable characters.
- How do I make a DIY L.O.L. Surprise doll head?
- You can create a lightweight mask using poster board or cardboard cut into a circle, painted with large doll eyes, and attached to a wooden dowel or worn with an elastic strap.
- What should I wear under the tulle skirt?
- Wear matching pink or black bike shorts under the tutu skirt for comfort and coverage while moving around.
Did you know? L.O.L. Surprise! dolls were launched in 2016 and became an instant sensation by capitalizing on the viral 'unboxing' video trend on YouTube.