How do I make a DIY scuba tank?

Spray-paint two empty 2-liter soda bottles silver or bright yellow. Tape them together with black electrical tape, and hot-glue black webbing straps to the sides so you can wear it like a backpack.

What shoes should I wear with a scuba costume?

Wear simple black water shoes, slip-ons, or sneakers that fit easily inside your swim fins.

Is a real wetsuit required?

No, a real wetsuit can get very hot indoors. A lightweight black athletic shirt and leggings work perfectly and are much more comfortable.

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Scuba Diver Costume

Make a splash with a realistic, adventure-ready deep-sea diving look.

The Scuba Diver costume is a classic, adventurous choice for Halloween, parties, or cosplay. It is highly recognizable, customizable, and perfect for all ages. The look consists of a sleek black base layer, a DIY or replica oxygen tank, a diving mask, snorkel, and bright swim fins.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $25–80

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Black bodysuit or wetsuit
A long-sleeve black rash guard, athletic leggings, or a real neoprene wetsuit for the base layer.
DIY: Use a tight-fitting black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings.
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Scuba mask and snorkel
A classic tempered glass or plastic swim mask with an attached snorkel tube.
DIY: Use plastic safety goggles and a painted plastic tube or pool noodle segment.
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DIY oxygen tanks
Two 2-liter soda bottles painted silver or bright yellow, taped together with black electrical tape.
DIY: Paint two large plastic bottles, wrap them in black tape, and attach black webbing straps.
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Swim fins
Brightly colored or black rubber swim fins worn over your feet or shoes.
DIY: Cut fin shapes out of stiff colored craft foam and strap them over your shoes.
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Weight belt
A black nylon webbing belt with silver-painted foam blocks to simulate lead weights.
DIY: Thread grey kitchen sponges onto a black belt to look like diving weights.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the black bodysuit, rash guard, or wetsuit as your base layer.
2
Construct the oxygen tanks by spray-painting two 2-liter bottles silver or yellow, taping them together, and securing black straps to wear them like a backpack.
3
Secure the weight belt around your waist, positioning the faux weights evenly.
4
Place the snorkel mask over your eyes, adjusting the strap for a snug fit, and secure the snorkel tube to the side of the mask.
5
Slip on the swim fins just before entering the party, or wear short walk-friendly fins over black sneakers.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair slicked back with gel or tucked into a black swim cap to look like you just emerged from the water. Makeup should be minimal and fresh-faced.

Scuba Diver for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with a partner dressed as a shark, a mermaid, or a fellow research diver.
group: Form a marine research team with multiple divers, a marine biologist in a lab coat, and friends in sea creature costumes.
kids: Use lightweight plastic bottles for the tanks and comfortable felt fins that slip easily over sneakers.
Plus size: A highly stretchable black athletic set or a front-zip spring suit provides a comfortable, flexible fit.
pet: A small dog harness fitted with two painted plastic water bottles to look like miniature oxygen tanks.

Tips

Fins can be difficult to walk in; opt for short training fins or put them on only for photos.
If wearing the mask over your face gets uncomfortable, rest it up on your forehead.
Keep the snorkel mouthpiece clean if you plan on actually holding it in your mouth for photos.

Scuba Diver costume FAQ

How do I make a DIY scuba tank?: Spray-paint two empty 2-liter soda bottles silver or bright yellow. Tape them together with black electrical tape, and hot-glue black webbing straps to the sides so you can wear it like a backpack.
What shoes should I wear with a scuba costume?: Wear simple black water shoes, slip-ons, or sneakers that fit easily inside your swim fins.
Is a real wetsuit required?: No, a real wetsuit can get very hot indoors. A lightweight black athletic shirt and leggings work perfectly and are much more comfortable.

Did you know? The word 'scuba' was originally coined in 1952 as an acronym for 'Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus'.