How do you make a DIY Sid the Sloth costume?

Start with a light yellow or beige sweat suit. Fabric-glue a white felt oval to the chest for the belly. For the head, attach two large foam balls with painted black pupils to the sides of a yellow beanie, and glue two white felt rectangles to the front edge for his buck teeth.

What color is Sid the sloth?

Sid has a dirty, multi-shaded light yellow or pale beige fur body with a lighter cream-colored belly.

Is the Sid the Sloth costume comfortable?

Yes, most versions are made as plush fleece jumpsuits or onesies, making them incredibly warm, soft, and easy to move around in.

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Sid the Sloth Costume

Bring the lovable, goofy Ice Age sloth to life this Halloween.

Sid the Sloth is the clumsy, fast-talking, and fiercely loyal prehistoric ground sloth from the Ice Age franchise. A popular choice for movie fans of all ages, this costume is instantly recognizable by its light yellow-beige color, long neck, and goofy, wide-set eyes. Whether you choose a cozy pre-made jumpsuit or build a DIY version, this look is guaranteed to bring laughs.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $30–80

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Yellow-beige plush jumpsuit
A soft, oversized light yellow or tan fleece jumpsuit with a white or cream-colored belly patch.
DIY: Use a light yellow or beige oversized hooded sweatshirt and matching sweatpants.
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Sloth hood or mask
A hood featuring Sid's signature face, including wide-set bulbous eyes on the sides of the head, a large snout, and two buck teeth.
DIY: Attach large white ping-pong balls with black pupils to the sides of a yellow hood, and add felt buck teeth to the rim.
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Three-toed claws
Plush beige or brown gloves and shoe covers featuring three long, soft-sculpted claws on each hand and foot.
DIY: Cut claw shapes out of grey felt and fabric-glue them to the ends of tan gloves and shoes.
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Stuffed tail
A short, stubby tan tail attached to the back of the jumpsuit.
DIY: Stuff a tan sock with cotton batting and safety-pin it to the back of your pants.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the base yellow-beige plush jumpsuit or matching sweatpants and sweatshirt.
2
If using a separate hood or mask, secure it over your head, ensuring the wide-set eyes are positioned on the sides.
3
Slip on the three-toed claw gloves over your hands.
4
Secure the matching three-toed claw shoe covers over your regular comfortable walking shoes.
5
Attach the stubby tail to the lower back of the jumpsuit if it is not already built-in.
6
Practice Sid's signature lisp and slightly hunched, goofy walk to fully get into character.

Makeup & hair

Since Sid is a fully covered animal character, hair and makeup are optional. If your face is visible, apply a light brown nose tip with face paint and use a bit of bronzer to mimic a dusty, prehistoric look.

Sid the Sloth for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Manny the Mammoth or Diego the Saber-toothed Tiger for an iconic Ice Age duo.
group: Form the ultimate 'sub-zero heroes' herd with Manny, Diego, Scrat, and baby Roshan.
kids: A cozy, zip-up plush onesie with an attached character hood is perfect for keeping warm while trick-or-treating.
Plus size: An oversized, loose-fitting fleece union suit offers a comfortable, screen-accurate silhouette for all body types.
pet: A simple tan dog hoodie with felt eyes on the sides of the hood makes a hilarious canine companion.

Tips

Choose a fleece or plush jumpsuit if you are trick-or-treating in cold weather, as it naturally retains heat.
Ensure the hood or mask does not block your peripheral vision, especially since Sid's eyes are famously wide-set.
Keep your hands free for eating or drinking by choosing claw gloves with removable finger caps or fold-back mittens.
Carry a plush acorn toy as a fun prop to reference Scrat's eternal struggle.

Sid the Sloth costume FAQ

How do you make a DIY Sid the Sloth costume?: Start with a light yellow or beige sweat suit. Fabric-glue a white felt oval to the chest for the belly. For the head, attach two large foam balls with painted black pupils to the sides of a yellow beanie, and glue two white felt rectangles to the front edge for his buck teeth.
What color is Sid the sloth?: Sid has a dirty, multi-shaded light yellow or pale beige fur body with a lighter cream-colored belly.
Is the Sid the Sloth costume comfortable?: Yes, most versions are made as plush fleece jumpsuits or onesies, making them incredibly warm, soft, and easy to move around in.

Did you know? John Leguizamo tried over 40 different voices for Sid before finding the perfect lateral lisp, which was inspired by footage of real sloths storing food in their cheeks.