How do I get Skeletor's blue skin?

The easiest and cleanest method is wearing a full-body royal blue spandex suit. Alternatively, you can use high-quality water-activated blue body paint.

What is Skeletor's staff called?

Skeletor's signature weapon is called the Havoc Staff, which is a long staff topped with a ram's skull.

Can I make a DIY Skeletor armor set?

Yes, you can easily cut the chest harness, bracers, and shin guards out of purple EVA craft foam and secure them with elastic bands or velcro.

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Skeletor Costume

Conquer Castle Grayskull as the iconic Masters of the Universe villain.

Skeletor is the iconic, blue-skinned, skull-faced sorcerer and main antagonist of the Masters of the Universe franchise. Fans love dressing up as this classic 80s villain for his dramatic purple cape, muscular blue physique, and menacing yellow skull. This guide shows you how to assemble his signature look, from his purple chest harness to his powerful Havoc Staff.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $40–120

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Blue bodysuit
A form-fitting, long-sleeve spandex bodysuit in royal blue to replicate Skeletor's skin.
DIY: Use a tight blue long-sleeve shirt and matching blue leggings.
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Purple hood and cape
A matching set featuring a deep purple hood that covers the head and a flowing cape that hangs to the calves.
DIY: Cut and drape a length of purple polyester fabric, securing it with a safety pin.
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Purple chest harness
A cross-shaped chest harness with a central emblem, typically made of foam or faux leather.
DIY: Cut the cross shape out of purple EVA foam and attach elastic straps to wear it like a backpack.
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Purple loincloth
A purple fabric loincloth or tattered skirt worn over a thick black belt.
DIY: Cut tattered panels from a purple t-shirt and safety-pin them to a black belt.
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Yellow skull mask
A latex or plastic skull mask painted yellow with green accents around the eye sockets.
DIY: Apply yellow and green face paint directly to your face, using black around the eyes and nose to mimic a skull.
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Purple bracers and shin guards
Matching purple forearm guards and shin guards to complete the armored look.
DIY: Wrap purple craft foam around your forearms and calves, securing them with velcro.
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Havoc Staff
A long black or grey staff topped with a ram's skull.
DIY: Attach a plastic toy ram skull to the end of a painted wooden dowel or broom handle.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the blue bodysuit to establish Skeletor's signature blue skin tone.
2
Secure the purple loincloth or skirt over the bodysuit, fastening it with a thick black belt.
3
Strap on the purple chest harness, ensuring the cross-shaped armor sits centered on your chest.
4
Slide on the purple arm bracers over your forearms and the shin guards over your calves.
5
Put on the yellow skull mask, adjusting the eyeholes for clear visibility.
6
Drape the purple hood and cape over your shoulders, pulling the hood forward to frame the skull mask.
7
Pick up your Havoc Staff to complete your transformation into the Lord of Destruction.

Makeup & hair

If you choose not to wear a mask, apply yellow face paint over your entire face, blending green around the cheekbones and jawline. Use black face paint to fill in the eye sockets and nose cavity. No hair styling is required as the purple hood completely covers your head.

Skeletor for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with He-Man as your sworn enemy, or Evil-Lyn as your powerful sorceress ally.
group: Assemble the Evil Warriors with characters like Beast Man, Trap Jaw, and Mer-Man.
kids: Use a comfortable blue jumpsuit with a soft felt skull mask and a lightweight fabric cape.
Plus size: Opt for a stretchy blue compression shirt and leggings as a comfortable, breathable base layer.
pet: Dress your dog in a purple saddle harness to represent Skeletor's mount, Panthor.

Tips

If using body paint instead of a bodysuit, apply a setting spray to prevent the blue pigment from rubbing off on your purple cape.
Ensure your skull mask has adequate ventilation and wide eyeholes if you plan to wear it for long periods at a convention or party.
Keep the Havoc Staff lightweight by crafting the ram skull out of foam rather than heavy plastic to make carrying it easier.

Skeletor costume FAQ

How do I get Skeletor's blue skin?: The easiest and cleanest method is wearing a full-body royal blue spandex suit. Alternatively, you can use high-quality water-activated blue body paint.
What is Skeletor's staff called?: Skeletor's signature weapon is called the Havoc Staff, which is a long staff topped with a ram's skull.
Can I make a DIY Skeletor armor set?: Yes, you can easily cut the chest harness, bracers, and shin guards out of purple EVA craft foam and secure them with elastic bands or velcro.

Did you know? Skeletor made his very first appearance in the 1981 minicomic 'He-Man and the Power Sword,' which came packaged with the original Mattel action figures.