Skittles Costume
Taste the rainbow with this easy, colorful DIY candy costume.
The Skittles costume is a bright, cheerful choice that is incredibly popular for groups, school spirit weeks, and Halloween. Based on the iconic fruit-flavored chewy candy, this look typically features a vibrant, solid-colored outfit marked with the signature white 'S' logo. It is highly customizable, budget-friendly, and perfect for all ages.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $10–35
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What you need for a Skittles costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Skittles costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Solid Color T-Shirt or Dress
A bright, solid-colored crewneck t-shirt or t-shirt dress in red, orange, yellow, green, or purple.
White Felt Sheets
Used to cut out the iconic lowercase 'S' logo for the center of the chest.
DIY: Cut the letter 'S' out of a white paper plate or cardstock and safety pin it to your shirt.
Matching Accessories
Socks, tutus, or beanies in the same vibrant color as your shirt to complete the monochromatic look.
Fabric Glue or Safety Pins
To securely attach your felt 'S' to the front of your shirt.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Skittles costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Choose your Skittle flavor color: red, orange, yellow, green, or purple.
- 2
Print out a template of the lowercase letter 'S' in the classic rounded Skittles font.
- 3
Trace the template onto a sheet of white felt and cut it out carefully.
- 4
Attach the white felt 'S' to the center chest of your solid-colored shirt using fabric glue, double-sided tape, or safety pins.
- 5
Put on matching pants, leggings, or a tutu in the same color to create a solid, monochromatic base.
- 6
Carry a real bag of Skittles candy as a fun, edible prop.
Makeup & hair
Keep it simple and fun with colorful hair chalk, face paint, or glitter that matches your chosen Skittle color.
Skittles for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as a Skittles candy and the other dresses as a yellow M&M for a sweet candy clash.
- group
- Gather four friends so you have a full rainbow of red, orange, yellow, green, and purple Skittles.
- kids
- Use a colorful youth tee and fabric paint for a quick, comfortable school spirit day outfit.
- Plus size
- Opt for a comfortable, oversized solid-color tunic or cotton tee that offers a relaxed fit.
- pet
- A simple colorful dog bandana with a white 'S' painted on the side.
Tips
- If making this for a group, coordinate colors in advance so you don't end up with five red Skittles.
- Use adhesive-backed felt for a no-sew, no-glue method that takes less than five minutes.
- Wear comfortable sneakers in a neutral color or matching shade for trick-or-treating or parties.
Skittles costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Skittles costume?
- Simply take a bright, solid-colored t-shirt (red, orange, yellow, green, or purple), cut a large lowercase letter 'S' out of white felt, and glue or pin it to the center of the chest.
- What font is the Skittles 'S'?
- The Skittles logo uses a custom, slightly rounded, drop-shadowed lowercase serif font. You can easily find free printable templates of the letter 'S' online to trace.
- Is there an official Skittles costume you can buy?
- Yes, there are officially licensed Skittles bag tunics and dresses available online that slip over your normal clothes for an instant outfit.
Did you know? Skittles were first made in England in 1974 before being introduced to North America in 1979.