What is the easiest way to make a DIY sloth costume?

Wear a brown hoodie and sweatpants. Cut a cream felt circle for the belly, dark brown felt teardrops for the eyes, and white felt triangles for the claws, then safety-pin or glue them to the clothes.

Is a sloth onesie comfortable for walking around?

Yes, it is one of the most comfortable costumes available, though you should wear sturdy sneakers instead of slippers if you plan on walking outside.

How do I style my face if I don't want to wear a mask?

Use face paint or makeup to draw large, dark brown teardrop shapes around your eyes extending toward your temples, and paint the tip of your nose black.

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Sloth Costume

Embrace the slow life with a cozy, adorable sloth look.

The sloth is a beloved animal kingdom favorite, famous for its slow movements and relaxed lifestyle. People choose this costume for its ultimate comfort, warmth, and lighthearted humor. The look typically features a plush brown or gray hooded jumpsuit, signature felt claws, and a distinctive dark-patched eye mask.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~15 min
Budget: $25–65

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Sloth Onesie or Jumpsuit
A plush, oversized brown or gray hooded fleece jumpsuit with a cream-colored belly panel.
DIY: Wear a brown oversized hoodie and matching sweatpants, then fabric-glue a cream felt oval to the chest.
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Sloth Hood or Mask
A soft hood featuring embroidered sloth eyes, a black nose, and dark brown tear-drop eye patches.
DIY: Cut felt eye patches and a nose shape, then fabric-glue them onto the hood of your brown sweatshirt.
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Felt Claws
Three long, curved white or beige felt claws attached to the sleeve cuffs.
DIY: Cut claw shapes from stiff white felt and sew or safety-pin them to the ends of your sleeves.
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Brown Slippers
Cozy brown plush slippers or simple brown sneakers to match the body.
DIY: Wear any comfortable brown shoes or socks you already own.
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How to put it together

1
Step into the plush sloth onesie and zip or button it up to the chest.
2
Pull the hood over your head, ensuring the sloth face details are centered and visible.
3
Secure the felt claws over your hands or attach them to your sleeve cuffs.
4
Put on your cozy brown slippers or comfortable brown shoes.
5
Practice moving in slow motion to fully embody the character.

Makeup & hair

Keep your hair tied back and tucked completely inside the hood. If you are not using a mask or hood, apply dark brown eyeshadow in large teardrop shapes around your eyes, blending outward, and paint the tip of your nose black.

Sloth for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One partner dresses as a sloth, and the other dresses as a tree trunk or a green leaf.
group: A 'slow-motion' group of various rainforest animals like toucans, jaguars, and tree frogs.
kids: A soft, zippered infant bunting or toddler-sized plush sloth romper.
Plus size: Onesies are naturally loose-fitting; look for oversized or unisex 2XL/3XL options for a comfortable drape.
pet: A lightweight brown dog hoodie with felt claws attached to the front paws.

Tips

Onesies can get very warm, so wear lightweight, breathable clothing underneath like a t-shirt and shorts.
If attending an outdoor event, this costume is perfect for layering warm thermals underneath.
Move and pose in slow motion for hilarious, in-character photos.
Choose a onesie with pockets so you can easily carry your phone and wallet without needing an extra bag.

Sloth costume FAQ

What is the easiest way to make a DIY sloth costume?: Wear a brown hoodie and sweatpants. Cut a cream felt circle for the belly, dark brown felt teardrops for the eyes, and white felt triangles for the claws, then safety-pin or glue them to the clothes.
Is a sloth onesie comfortable for walking around?: Yes, it is one of the most comfortable costumes available, though you should wear sturdy sneakers instead of slippers if you plan on walking outside.
How do I style my face if I don't want to wear a mask?: Use face paint or makeup to draw large, dark brown teardrop shapes around your eyes extending toward your temples, and paint the tip of your nose black.

Did you know? Sloths are so slow that algae actually grows on their fur, which helps camouflage them in the green rainforest canopy.