How do I make a Smash Bros costume look authentic?

The key is adding franchise-specific props like the Smash Invitation envelope with its distinct cross-circle seal, or a wearable damage percentage meter.

What is the easiest Smash Bros character to cosplay?

Villager, Ness, or Mario are highly accessible using everyday clothing like striped shirts, overalls, and caps.

How do I make the Smash Invitation?

Take a clean white envelope, draw the intersecting Smash lines in black, and seal it with a round red wax stamp or red cardstock cutout.

Super Smash Bros

Super Smash Bros Costume

Choose your character and get ready to smash the competition.

Super Smash Bros is Nintendo's legendary crossover fighting game, making it a premier choice for solo, couples, or massive group costumes. This guide helps you transform any classic gaming outfit into an authentic Smash fighter by adding iconic franchise details like the Smash Invitation and a custom damage percentage tracker. Whether you choose Mario, Link, or Ness, these simple additions make your character instantly recognizable.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $20–80

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Base character costume
A classic Nintendo character outfit, such as Mario's red shirt and overalls, Link's green tunic, or Ness's striped shirt.
DIY: Use everyday clothes like a red t-shirt, blue jeans, and a red baseball cap for an instant Mario or Ness look.
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Smash Invitation Letter
A white rectangular envelope sealed with a red wax stamp featuring the iconic intersecting Smash cross logo.
DIY: Cut a circle out of red cardstock, draw the intersecting Smash lines on it, and glue it to the back of a standard white envelope.
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Wearable Damage Meter
A black rectangular cardstock sign displaying a digital-style percentage, such as '0%' or '150%' in white and red.
DIY: Print out a classic Smash Bros damage UI on heavy paper, laminate it, and attach a clip or string to wear it around your waist.
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White gloves
Simple white cotton gloves to mimic the classic character select hand or Master Hand.
DIY: Use plain white winter gloves or gardening gloves.
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How to put it together

1
Assemble your base character outfit, ensuring the colors and key accessories match your chosen fighter.
2
Print or draw a large black rectangle on cardstock to create your custom 'Damage Meter' showing a high percentage like '120%'.
3
Attach the damage meter to your belt, waistband, or hang it around your neck using a clear fishing line so it appears to float.
4
Prepare your Smash Invitation by sealing a clean white envelope with your DIY red Smash logo sticker.
5
Put on your white gloves to reference the game's iconic Master Hand cursor.
6
Strike a dynamic battle pose, holding your Smash Invitation forward to show you have joined the roster.

Makeup & hair

Style your hair or wig to match your chosen Nintendo character. Keep makeup clean and cartoon-accurate, or add light 'battle damage' scuffs using brown and grey face paint.

Super Smash Bros for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person goes as a fighter (like Link) and the other goes as Zelda, or go as Master Hand and Crazy Hand using giant white cartoon gloves.
group: Gather a full roster of friends dressed as different Nintendo characters, each wearing their own custom damage percentage meters.
kids: Perfect for kids who love Nintendo; a simple Pikachu or Kirby hoodie paired with a lightweight foam damage meter.
Plus size: Characters like Donkey Kong, Bowser, or King K. Rool offer great, comfortable plus-size options with easy-to-wear robes or onesies.
pet: Dress your dog as Duck Hunt Dog or a small Pikachu to join the battle.

Tips

Keep your damage meter lightweight so it doesn't drag down your costume during movement.
Use a thick black marker or printed graphic for the damage percentage so it is highly visible in photos.
If going as a group, vary your percentages (e.g., one person at 0%, another at 99.9%) for a funny dynamic.

Super Smash Bros costume FAQ

How do I make a Smash Bros costume look authentic?: The key is adding franchise-specific props like the Smash Invitation envelope with its distinct cross-circle seal, or a wearable damage percentage meter.
What is the easiest Smash Bros character to cosplay?: Villager, Ness, or Mario are highly accessible using everyday clothing like striped shirts, overalls, and caps.
How do I make the Smash Invitation?: Take a clean white envelope, draw the intersecting Smash lines in black, and seal it with a round red wax stamp or red cardstock cutout.

Did you know? The iconic cross logo of Super Smash Bros represents the crossover nature of the game, with the intersecting lines dividing the screen into four quadrants for four players.