Scarlet Spider Costume
Swing into action with Ben Reilly's iconic 90s web-slinging style.
The Scarlet Spider costume, representing Spider-Man's clone Ben Reilly, is one of the most popular alternative Spider-Suits in Marvel history. Known for its distinct 90s aesthetic, the look combines a sleek red bodysuit with a casual, sleeveless blue hoodie. It is a favorite for cosplayers who want a comfortable, highly recognizable, and slightly rugged superhero look.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Scarlet Spider costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Scarlet Spider costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Red spandex bodysuit
A full-body solid red spandex morph suit or zentai suit without any web patterns.
DIY: Wear a tight red long-sleeve compression shirt and matching red leggings.
Sleeveless blue hoodie
A faded or medium-blue pullover hoodie with the sleeves cut off roughly at the shoulders.
DIY: Take an old blue pullover hoodie and cut the sleeves off with fabric scissors.
Large black spider emblem
A large, stylized black spider logo printed or painted at an angle on the chest of the hoodie.
DIY: Cut the spider shape out of black felt or vinyl and fabric-glue it at a slanted angle onto the chest.
Silver web shooters
Metallic silver wrist cuffs worn on the outside of the red suit.
DIY: Paint empty toilet paper rolls silver or wrap craft foam painted metallic silver around your wrists.
Ankle pouches
Brown or tan utility pouches worn around both ankles.
DIY: Thread small brown fabric pouches onto a brown belt strap and buckle them around your ankles.
White spider-eye mask
A red fabric mask with large, white, black-rimmed spider-eye lenses.
DIY: Cut eye shapes from white mesh and black foam, then attach them to a plain red fabric hood.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Scarlet Spider costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red spandex bodysuit, ensuring a snug fit and smoothing out any wrinkles.
- 2
Slip the sleeveless blue hoodie over the bodysuit, adjusting the collar and hood.
- 3
Position the slanted black spider emblem on the front of the hoodie so it sits off-center, just like Ben Reilly's comic design.
- 4
Secure the silver web-shooter cuffs over the wrists of the red bodysuit.
- 5
Strap the brown utility pouches securely around both ankles over the bodysuit.
- 6
Put on the red mask, aligning the white eye lenses with your eyes for clear visibility.
Makeup & hair
Since the costume includes a full-head mask, no hair styling or makeup is required. If you plan to remove the mask, style your hair in Ben Reilly's classic 90s blonde-dyed messy look.
Scarlet Spider for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Spider-Man (Peter Parker) or Spider-Gwen for a classic web-slinger duo.
- group
- Form a Spider-Verse group featuring Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen, and Miguel O'Hara.
- kids
- Use a red kids' jumpsuit and a small blue cut-off sweatshirt for an easy, comfortable playground-friendly hero outfit.
- Plus size
- Opt for a two-piece red compression set instead of a one-piece bodysuit for a more comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- A red dog hoodie with a small blue vest overlay makes a perfect 'Spider-Cat' or 'Spider-Dog' companion.
Tips
- Wear seamless, skin-toned undergarments beneath the spandex bodysuit for a clean silhouette.
- If your bodysuit doesn't have built-in soles, wear thin red water shoes or matching red sneakers for outdoor walking.
- Make sure the mesh on the mask's eye lenses is breathable and clear enough to navigate dark Halloween parties safely.
Scarlet Spider costume FAQ
- What is the difference between Spider-Man and Scarlet Spider's suit?
- Scarlet Spider (Ben Reilly) wears a solid red bodysuit without web patterns, topped with a sleeveless blue hoodie featuring a slanted black spider logo, plus external silver web shooters and ankle pouches.
- How do I make the Scarlet Spider hoodie?
- Get a plain blue pullover hoodie, cut the sleeves off at the shoulder seams, and use black fabric paint or a vinyl cutout to apply the large, tilted spider logo on the chest.
- Can I see out of the Scarlet Spider mask?
- Yes, high-quality cosplay masks use white mesh or perforated plastic lenses that allow you to see out while keeping your eyes hidden from the outside.
Did you know? Ben Reilly's Scarlet Spider suit debuted in Web of Spider-Man #118 in 1994 and was designed by artist Tom Lyle, who wanted a more casual, street-level superhero aesthetic.