Not every Halloween costume idea needs a backstory, but this one's earned one: dredged-up, damp, and dripping with creature-feature energy, this monster costume for adults is built for anyone who wants a scary Halloween costume that doesn't look like everyone else's vampire or witch.
DIY this look
Building the swamp creature costume is a fun one-afternoon project, and it doesn't look like anyone else's Halloween costume.
Start with a fitted dark green or olive base layer - leggings and a long sleeve top work.
Brush the drip-gel kit along the shoulders and sleeves for a wet, mossy texture.
Pull on the webbed gloves and finned hood last so the gel doesn't smear them.
Add a little extra gel right before you leave the house - it dries faster than you'd think.
Complete the look
The finishing touches that take this from "a costume" to "whoa."
webbed gloves
Webbed gloves
Translucent green silicone webbing.
$17
drip-gel kit
Drip-gel kit
Clear slime gel for a fresh-from-the-swamp sheen.
$13
finned hood
Finned hood
Sculpted dorsal fins, foam-light.
$29
Add all 3 accessories to your Creature From the Bog look
+ $59
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