Snake Costume
Slither into the spotlight with a vibrant, scaled reptile look.
The snake is a classic, versatile costume choice perfect for animal lovers, school plays, or spooky Halloween parties. Whether you want a cute plush look or a sleek, scaled reptile vibe, this costume is easy to customize for all ages. The core look features a green scaled bodysuit, a hooded snake headpiece, and a signature red forked tongue.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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See yourself as Snake
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What you need for a Snake costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Snake costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Green scaled bodysuit
A form-fitting spandex jumpsuit or a comfortable green onesie printed with a reptile scale pattern.
DIY: Wear a green sweatshirt and sweatpants, then paint yellow or black diamond patterns down the back using fabric paint.
Snake hood or headpiece
A green hood or matching beanie featuring stuffed snake eyes and a red felt tongue.
DIY: Glue large plastic googly eyes and a red felt ribbon to the front brim of a green baseball cap or beanie.
Red forked tongue
A long strip of red felt cut into a classic double-pointed fork shape.
DIY: Cut a 6-inch strip of red felt, snip a V-shape into one end, and safety-pin it inside your hood so it hangs near your mouth.
Green gloves
Simple green stretch gloves to keep the reptile color scheme seamless.
DIY: Use green face paint on your hands if you prefer not to wear gloves.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Snake costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the green scaled bodysuit or green sweat suit as your base layer.
- 2
If using face paint, apply your reptile scale makeup before putting on the headpiece.
- 3
Attach the red felt forked tongue to the inside front of your hood or cap using safety pins or fabric glue.
- 4
Put on the snake hood or headpiece, adjusting it so the eyes sit clearly on top of your head.
- 5
Slip on the green gloves to complete the seamless, limbless reptile aesthetic.
- 6
Pair the outfit with matching green or black comfortable shoes.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair slicked back or tucked completely inside the hood. Use green and yellow face paint pressed through fishnet stockings to create a realistic scale texture on your forehead and cheekbones.
Snake for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as a Snake and a Safari Guide, or go classic as Adam and Eve with a plush snake prop.
- group
- Create a reptile house group with friends dressed as lizards, frogs, turtles, and a zookeeper.
- kids
- Use a plush, padded green jumpsuit with an attached hood and a stuffed tail for a warm and cozy trick-or-treating outfit.
- Plus size
- A stretchy, high-quality spandex jumpsuit or a loose-fitting green hooded fleece onesie provides a comfortable and flexible fit.
- pet
- A simple green fabric tube with a tiny stuffed snake head attached to the collar makes an easy pet outfit.
Tips
- Wear comfortable, matching green or black sneakers since your feet will be visible.
- If trick-or-treating in cold weather, layer thermal underwear beneath a stretchy jumpsuit.
- For photos, pose with your hands held close to your chest like small claws, or mimic a slithering motion with your body.
Snake costume FAQ
- How do I make a quick DIY snake costume?
- Wear a green hoodie and sweatpants. Cut diamond shapes out of yellow felt and fabric-glue them down the back and sleeves, then pin a red felt tongue to the hood.
- How do you do snake scale makeup?
- Hold a piece of fishnet fabric tightly against your skin, then dab green, yellow, or metallic eyeshadow over it with a makeup sponge to leave a scale pattern.
- What is the best base layer for a snake costume?
- A green unitard, morph suit, or matching green leggings and a long-sleeve shirt work best to create a sleek, seamless look.
Did you know? Snakes are found on every continent except Antarctica, making them one of the most globally recognized animal archetypes in history.