Zoom Costume
Embrace the darkness as the multiverse's most terrifying speedster.
This guide helps you recreate the terrifying look of Zoom, the demonic speedster villain Hunter Zolomon from DC Comics and CW's The Flash. Popular for its dark, aggressive aesthetic, this costume stands out from traditional superhero outfits. The look centers around a textured black speedster suit, a full-face mask with a clawed mouth, and dark blue accents.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $50–160
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See yourself as Zoom
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What you need for a Zoom costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Zoom costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Textured black speedster bodysuit
A form-fitting black jumpsuit made of textured spandex or faux leather to mimic the rugged, dark speedster suit.
DIY: Use a plain black compression top and matching athletic leggings as a base.
Zoom full-face mask
A black latex or fabric mask featuring the signature vertical-slit mouth grate and dark eye cutouts.
DIY: Modify a black morph mask by painting silver vertical lines over the mouth area with fabric paint.
Reversed lightning bolt emblem
A dark silver or black reversed lightning bolt patch attached to the center of the chest.
DIY: Cut the emblem out of silver craft foam or felt and fabric-glue it to the chest.
Clawed black gloves
Black gloves featuring pointed, silver claw-like fingertips.
DIY: Glue pointed silver plastic fingernails to the tips of standard black stretch gloves.
Black combat boots
Sturdy, matte black tactical or combat boots to complete the dark, aggressive look.
DIY: Use any solid black athletic shoes or boots you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Zoom costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the textured black speedster bodysuit, ensuring a snug and smooth fit.
- 2
Attach the dark, reversed lightning bolt chest emblem if it is not already printed on the suit.
- 3
Put on the black combat boots and tuck the pant legs of the bodysuit securely inside.
- 4
Slip on the black gloves featuring the silver claw-like fingertips.
- 5
Put on the full-face Zoom mask, adjusting the eye holes for clear visibility.
- 6
Optional: Add blue LED wire or makeup around the eyes to simulate the blue speed force lightning.
Makeup & hair
Since the mask covers your entire head, no hair styling is required. If your mask has open eye holes, apply black cream makeup around your eyes to blend seamlessly into the dark mask interior.
Zoom for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with The Flash (Barry Allen) in his classic red suit for an epic hero-versus-villain dynamic.
- group
- Form a speedster group with Reverse-Flash, Kid Flash, and Savitar.
- kids
- Look for a comfortable, printed fabric jumpsuit version with a breathable, soft fabric mask.
- Plus size
- Opt for a custom-sized PU leather cosplay suit or a highly stretchable spandex zentai suit.
- pet
- A black dog hoodie with a small silver lightning bolt on the back.
Tips
- Ensure the mask has adequate ventilation, as full-face latex or PU leather masks can get hot quickly.
- Apply black makeup around your eyes so your skin doesn't peek through the mask's eye cutouts.
- For photos, pose in a low, aggressive runner's stance to capture Zoom's menacing energy.
Zoom costume FAQ
- What color is Zoom's lightning?
- Unlike Barry Allen's yellow lightning, Zoom's Speed Force lightning is a vibrant, electric blue.
- How do I make the eyes look pitch black?
- Use black mesh fabric inside the mask's eye holes, or wear black face paint around your eyes under the mask.
- What material is best for the suit?
- A textured polyurethane (PU) faux leather gives the most screen-accurate look, but a printed spandex bodysuit is much more breathable and budget-friendly.
Did you know? In the CW series, Zoom's terrifying voice was provided by horror icon Tony Todd, who played Candyman.