Rasputia Latimore Costume
Bring the hilarious, larger-than-life energy of Norbit's Rasputia to life.
Rasputia Latimore is the unforgettable, overbearing antagonist from the 2007 comedy film Norbit, played brilliantly by Eddie Murphy in a prosthetics-heavy role. People choose this costume for its bold, hilarious, and instantly recognizable comedic energy. Her signature look features a vibrant, tight-fitting outfit, dramatic makeup, and a voluminous 1980s-style hairstyle.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Rasputia Latimore costume
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Pink floral or leopard print top
A tight-fitting, low-cut, short-sleeve top in a loud pink floral, animal print, or airbrushed pattern.
DIY: Use a fabric marker to draw bold, colorful floral patterns on a plain pink tight-fitting shirt.
Matching tight pants or leggings
Vibrant pink, purple, or matching patterned leggings or tight capri pants.
Voluminous black curly wig
A high-volume, shoulder-length black wig with tight curls or an 80s perm style.
DIY: Tease a standard black curly wig and use heavy-hold hairspray to build massive volume.
Long acrylic nails
Extremely long, square-tipped press-on nails in bright pink or decorated with glitter.
Gold hoop earrings and necklace
Large, oversized gold-colored hoop earrings and a chunky gold chain necklace.
Padded bodysuit
A full-body costume padding suit or inflatable body suit to mimic Rasputia's distinct silhouette.
DIY: Layer oversized sweatshirts and pillows or fiberfill stuffing underneath your base clothes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Rasputia Latimore costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the padded bodysuit or arrange your DIY padding layers securely.
- 2
Pull the tight pink patterned top and matching leggings over the padding, ensuring a snug, form-fitting look.
- 3
Apply the dramatic makeup, focusing on bold blue eyeshadow, heavy lip liner, and pink lipstick.
- 4
Secure your hair under a wig cap, then put on the voluminous black curly wig, fluffing it up for maximum height.
- 5
Apply the long, pink press-on acrylic nails carefully.
- 6
Put on the oversized gold hoop earrings and chunky gold chain necklace to complete the accessorizing.
Makeup & hair
Apply bright blue eyeshadow up to the brow bone, heavy black eyeliner, and a dark lip liner paired with bright pink lipstick. Wear a voluminous, shoulder-length black curly wig styled with plenty of height and bounce.
Rasputia Latimore for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Norbit in his yellow cardigan, oversized glasses, and high-waisted pants.
- group
- Add characters like Mr. Wong or the Latimore brothers (Big Jack, Earl, and Blue) for a full Norbit group theme.
- Plus size
- This costume naturally celebrates a larger-than-life silhouette; use comfortable, breathable stretch fabrics for the base layers.
Tips
- Make sure your padded bodysuit is breathable, as wearing multiple layers can get very warm indoors.
- Practice walking and gesturing with the long acrylic nails beforehand so you don't accidentally knock off your accessories.
- Carry a prop hand mirror to check your makeup and stay in character throughout the night.
Rasputia Latimore costume FAQ
- What does Rasputia wear in Norbit?
- Her most famous outfit is a tight, low-cut pink floral top paired with matching pink leggings, oversized gold jewelry, and long pink acrylic nails.
- How do I get Rasputia's hair?
- Use a shoulder-length, highly voluminous black curly wig, teased out with hairspray to achieve an iconic 1980s perm look.
- How can I make a DIY Rasputia costume?
- Use pillows or fiberfill stuffed inside tight-fitting clothing, wear a loud pink patterned shirt, apply bright blue eyeshadow, and wear oversized gold hoops.
Did you know? The legendary makeup artist Rick Baker designed the complex prosthetics and fatsuits used by Eddie Murphy to portray Rasputia in the 2007 film.