Thanos Costume
Balance the universe in the ultimate armored Marvel supervillain costume.
Thanos is the formidable warlord from the Marvel Cinematic Universe whose quest to balance the universe made him one of cinema's most iconic villains. Choosing a Thanos costume makes a powerful statement at any comic convention or Halloween party. This guide covers his signature armored look from Avengers: Endgame, complete with his gold armor and the pivotal Infinity Gauntlet.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–250
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See yourself as Thanos
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What you need for a Thanos costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Thanos costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Armored jumpsuit or tunic
A dark blue or black base jumpsuit layered with gold and bronze chest armor plate detailing.
DIY: Paint craft foam gold and hot-glue it onto a dark blue long-sleeve compression shirt.
Infinity Gauntlet
A large, metallic gold glove worn on the left hand, featuring the six glowing Infinity Stones.
DIY: Paint a thick rubber glove gold and attach colored plastic gems with hot glue.
Thanos mask or helmet
A purple latex mask depicting Thanos's rugged, lined face and chin, optionally topped with a gold helmet.
DIY: Use purple face paint to color your face, drawing deep vertical lines on your chin with dark purple makeup.
Gold shoulder and arm guards
Matching gold-colored shoulder pauldrons and forearm bracers to complete the warlord armor.
DIY: Cut and shape gold metallic poster board to fit your shoulders and forearms.
Dark pants and boots
Dark blue, black, or brown tactical pants tucked into heavy black or gold-accented boots.
DIY: Wear dark combat boots and wrap the tops with gold duct tape for an armored look.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Thanos costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark blue base pants and long-sleeve shirt or the padded jumpsuit.
- 2
Secure the gold chest armor plate and shoulder pauldrons over your torso.
- 3
Put on your boots and attach any matching gold shin guards or leg armor.
- 4
Carefully slip on the latex Thanos mask, ensuring the eye holes align comfortably.
- 5
Place the Infinity Gauntlet onto your left hand, ensuring any light-up features are switched on.
- 6
Wear a simple dark glove or gold armor piece on your right hand to match the look.
- 7
Adjust all armor plates to ensure you can move and walk comfortably.
Makeup & hair
If you are not using a full mask, bald cap your hair, apply purple cream makeup to your face and neck, and use a dark purple makeup pencil to draw deep, vertical ridges down your chin.
Thanos for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Gamora, Nebula, or Death for a powerful cosmic duo.
- group
- Assemble a group with members of the Black Order or the Avengers in their Time Heist suits.
- kids
- Kids can wear a comfortable, padded fabric jumpsuit with a lightweight plastic half-mask and a soft foam gauntlet.
- Plus size
- A two-piece tunic and pants set allows for a more adjustable, comfortable fit than a one-piece jumpsuit.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a simple gold-colored dog t-shirt with a tiny plush Infinity Gauntlet toy attached to their collar.
Tips
- The Infinity Gauntlet can make gripping items difficult, so keep your right hand free to hold drinks or your phone.
- If wearing a full latex mask, ensure there are adequate nose and mouth ventilation holes before heading out.
- Practice your best deep, menacing warlord voice to deliver iconic lines like 'I am inevitable.'
- For photos, pose with your left hand raised, showing off the glowing Infinity Stones.
Thanos costume FAQ
- Which hand does the Infinity Gauntlet go on?
- Thanos wears the Infinity Gauntlet on his left hand.
- How do I make a comfortable DIY Thanos chin?
- You can use liquid latex and tissue paper to build up 3D ridges on your chin, then cover it with purple face paint.
- Is a Thanos costume hot to wear?
- Yes, full latex masks and padded foam armor trap heat, so take regular breaks in cool areas and stay hydrated.
Did you know? Josh Brolin performed the role of Thanos on set wearing a motion capture suit and a large bust of Thanos's head mounted on a rig above his own head so his co-stars knew where to look.