Sleep Token Costume
Worship in style with Vessel's signature masked look.
Sleep Token is an anonymous British rock band led by the masked frontman known as Vessel. Fans love recreating his mysterious, ritualistic aesthetic for concerts and Halloween. The signature look consists of a custom white rune mask, a hooded black robe, and blacked-out hands and neck.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~60 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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See yourself as Sleep Token
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What you need for a Sleep Token costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Sleep Token costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Vessel Mask
A full-face white mask featuring the red Sleep Token rune logo painted on the front.
DIY: Paint the red Sleep Token rune onto a blank white plastic mask using acrylic paint.
Hooded Robe
A long, flowing black hooded cloak or ritual robe made of lightweight fabric.
DIY: Use a long black bedsheet draped over a black hooded sweatshirt.
Shoulder Pauldrons
Black faux-leather shoulder armor or a harness worn over the robe.
DIY: Cut shoulder plates out of black EVA foam and hot-glue them to black webbing straps.
Black Body Paint
Matte black cosmetic greasepaint or water-activated body makeup.
Black Pants
Simple black slim-fit pants or leggings to wear under the robe.
DIY: Any plain black jeans or sweatpants will work.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Sleep Token costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Apply high-quality black body paint to your hands, wrists, neck, and collarbone area, blending it smoothly.
- 2
Put on the black slim-fit pants and a plain black base shirt.
- 3
Drape the black hooded robe over your shoulders and pull the hood up over your head.
- 4
Secure the black faux-leather shoulder pauldrons over the robe to lock the fabric in place.
- 5
Carefully put on the white Vessel mask, ensuring the red rune logo is centered.
- 6
Complete the look by going barefoot or wearing simple, low-profile black boots.
Makeup & hair
No hair styling is required as the head is completely covered by the mask and hood. Use a high-quality setting spray over the black body paint on your neck and hands to prevent smudging onto the white mask.
Sleep Token for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One partner dresses as Vessel while the other goes as a Sleep Token Esper in a matching black hood and simpler face paint.
- group
- Recreate the entire band with members wearing the updated masks of II, III, and IV alongside Vessel.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version uses a lightweight plastic mask and a simple black hooded sweatshirt instead of heavy robes and body paint.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting black kaftan or oversized hooded cloak provides a comfortable, screen-accurate drape for all body types.
Tips
- Use a translucent setting powder over the black body paint to dry it completely and prevent transfer.
- If you want to avoid paint cleanup, wear black compression gloves and a black neck gaiter instead.
- Ensure your mask has decent ventilation and clear eye-slits if you plan to wear it to a crowded concert.
Sleep Token costume FAQ
- Who is the lead singer of Sleep Token?
- The lead singer goes by the pseudonym Vessel and performs in a signature mask, black robes, and black body paint.
- How do you make a DIY Sleep Token mask?
- You can paint a blank white masquerade mask with the red Sleep Token rune symbol using acrylic paint or red vinyl decals.
- What paint should I use for the black skin effect?
- Use water-activated body paint or professional greasepaint set with a setting spray to prevent smearing.
Did you know? Sleep Token's members remain completely anonymous, communicating only through their music and elaborate stage personas led by Vessel.