Troll Costume
Bring the retro magic with towering hair and a colorful gem.
Whether you are channeling the nostalgic 90s Good Luck Troll dolls or the modern colorful animated characters, a Troll costume is all about vibrant energy. The signature look features sky-high, gravity-defying hair, bright colors, and the iconic belly button gem. It is a cheerful, eye-catching choice that is incredibly easy to customize for groups or solo wearers.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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See yourself as Troll
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What you need for a Troll costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Troll costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Upright Troll Wig
A tall, cone-shaped wig that stands straight up in a vibrant neon color like pink, blue, or green.
DIY: Wrap colorful hair extensions around a poster board cone and secure with heavy-duty hairspray.
Nude Bodysuit
A long-sleeve, form-fitting spandex bodysuit in a nude tone to mimic the classic plastic doll body.
DIY: Wear a tan or beige t-shirt and matching leggings.
Large Adhesive Rhinestone
A large, self-adhesive jewel in a diamond, star, or round shape to place on your belly button.
DIY: Cut a shape out of glitter foam sheet and attach it with double-sided tape or body glue.
Nude Shorts
Simple nude-colored spandex shorts to wear over the bodysuit for extra coverage and comfort.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Troll costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the nude-colored bodysuit and shorts as your base layer.
- 2
Secure your natural hair flat against your head using a wig cap.
- 3
Place the tall, upright troll wig on your head, using bobby pins around the perimeter to keep it steady.
- 4
Peel the backing off the large adhesive rhinestone and press it firmly onto the bodysuit directly over your belly button.
- 5
Apply bright pink blush to your cheeks and the tip of your nose to match the classic doll makeup.
Makeup & hair
Style your natural hair flat under a wig cap, then secure a tall, cone-shaped upright wig in a vibrant color. Apply bright pink blush on the cheeks and nose, and optionally add glitter face gel.
Troll for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One partner goes as a classic nude troll doll, and the other wears a blue felt dress as Princess Poppy.
- group
- A rainbow of trolls, with each person wearing a different neon color wig and matching outfit.
- kids
- A comfortable colorful t-shirt and leggings paired with a soft headband featuring upright tulle 'hair'.
- Plus size
- Opt for a highly stretchy spandex bodysuit or a comfortable solid-colored dress paired with the signature wig.
- pet
- A simple lightweight headband with a small tuft of upright pink faux fur.
Tips
- If making your own wig, wrap colorful hair around a poster board cone and spray heavily with extra-hold hairspray.
- Wear comfortable nude flats or sneakers to keep the focus on your towering hair.
- Keep a few extra adhesive gems in your bag in case the belly button rhinestone falls off during the night.
Troll costume FAQ
- How do I make my hair stand up like a troll?
- Place a cardboard cone or empty plastic bottle on your head, pull your hair up over it, secure it with an elastic at the top, and spray it generously with colored hairspray.
- What do you wear for a classic troll doll costume?
- A nude-colored bodysuit or t-shirt and leggings, a large stick-on gem on your belly button, and a tall, colorful upright wig.
- Is a Troll costume good for groups?
- Yes, it is perfect for groups because everyone can choose a different bright hair color to create a vibrant, rainbow-colored pack.
Did you know? Originally created in 1959 by Danish woodcutter Thomas Dam, the Good Luck Trolls became one of the biggest toy fads of the 1960s and 1990s.