Wearing a costume at a themed event is essential, especially on Halloween, cosplay conventions and costume parties. Finding the perfect costume is already pretty difficult, even more so if you are looking for costumes for tall guys. Most costumes are designed with the average height in mind, so finding a costume for someone over 6 feet as I am usually leaves me with a short, tight and ill fitting costume.
But don’t worry as I have you covered. My kids love to dress up, and I wanted to be able to participate too, and after doing the research, there are plenty of great costumes for tall men out there. In this post, we will explore the best types of costumes for tall men, costumes for tall and skinny men, and also share tips on how to find and choose a costume for a perfect fit.
I will give you a few options for each type of costume for tall men, and based on this you can then look for similar costumes. I want to give you the best idea of what to look for when buying your costume as bigger guy.
Superhero Costumes For Tall Guys
Superhero costumes are and have always been really popular costume choices, and are a really good choice of costume for tall men. These types of costumes usually come with padding to give a muscular look and are particularly flattering costumes for tall and skinny guys.
Superhero costumes also have capes a lot of the time, and a long cape will take the focus off of your height. Just make sure the cape is long, you don’t want it to be hanging down by your waist.
When you are choosing a superhero costume for a tall man, look for ones that have a long cape and a larger hood, and also long pants and sleeves. If you have the choice, go for the larger sizes and choose a slim fit option.
1 Superman Costume for Tall Guys
So obviously this was going to start with a superman costume. The sizes go up to a xxl which is good good size if you are up to the height of 6´5. This one was hard to find, but if anyone is going to be superman, it has to be the tallest man in the room.
2 Deadpool Costume for Tall Guys
This Deadpool costume is another costume for men over 6 feet, up to 6´5. Omer of my favorite superhero’s and great for a party. Deadpool is known to act up, so you no need to blame it on the alcohol blame it on the suit!
3 Spiderman Costume for Tall Men
We could not make this list without adding Spiderman. Another great choice of costume for a tall guy, because this one is made of a mixture of polyester and spandex. This costume is good up to the height of 6´3.
Historical Costumes For Tall Guys
Historical costumes are another great choice for big and tall men. These costumes usually have long robes or tunics and really flatter a taller guy’s frame. Some of the most popular historical costumes for tall men are Roman gladiators, Egyptian pharaohs, mediaeval knights and other similar types of costumes.
When you are looking for a historical costume for a tall guy, check that the costume you are buying has long hemlines and sleeves for a comfortable fit. If you are buying in store then always try it on, but if you are buying your costume online, just be sure to check the measurements chart, and pull your tape measure out to make sure it will all fit.
Here are a few options you can choose from:
1 Toga Costume For Tall Men
This is a really good choice for a costume for a tall guy. It leaves you a lot of room so you have the comfort, and the sizes go up to a 3xl.
2. Friar Medieval Hooded Monk Costume
Another great choice for tall men’s costumes is a monk. The robe makes gives you the comfort of nothing tight pulling on you. And if you are tall, you can get this costume in a xxl which is close to 2m in length.
3. Gladiator Warrior Costume for Big and Tall Men
Movie and TV Show Characters
This is a really good way to find a costume for a tall guy. There are many famous tv characters that are big and tall, like Sherlock Holmes with the big long coat. Pirates also have costumes that can be very well suited to taller men. If you want to look a little more sinister, a lot of scary movie characters are also quite tall. So a Scream costume or the Texas chainsaw massacre is also a great costume for a taller guy.
If none of these options are to your taste, you can pretty much use any big and tall tv character you like as an example and create a costume around that. Choosing a costume for tall guys though, it’s better to find a character that is big and tall already.
1 Ghostbuster Costume for Big and Tall Guys
I don’t know about you, but I am an 80´s baby, so to find a ghostbusters costume for a tall guy for me was a moment. Who you gonna call?
2 Jedi Obi-Wan Star Wars Costume for Tall Guys
This is for the Star Wars fans. A Jedi costume for tall guys is definitely a great idea for a costume. The costume is very well designed, and for heights up to 6´5 it will fit very comfortably.
3 Top Gun Maverick Costume for Tall Guys
With the release of the second Top Gun film Maverick is really popular again. If you are up to 6 feet 4 in height, then this costume will fit you just fine.
Mythical Creature Costumes for Tall Guys
Want to find a unique costume for a tall guy, then consider dressing up as a mythical creature. There is no limit on size for these costumes, and the bigger you are the better the effect. These costumes are oversized and the features are exaggerated so the perfect costume for a big and tall guy.
Some options you can choose from are Giants, Dragons, Aliens, Unicorns and pretty much any other oversized and mythical creature you can think of. There are some really creative and cool costumes in this area, the Alien costume for tall guys is my absolute favorite.
1 Dragon Costume for Tall Guys
This one is more for kids parties if you are going to be the attending adult, or just to wear around the house for some laughs. Big and fluffy, lads of room and good for those up to 6 feet 5.
2 Inflatable Alien Costume for Tall Guys
This costume for tall guys will definitely get the most laughs. If you haven’t seen the videos, have a look on you tube. It makes for some amazing videos and looks like you are being kidnapped by an Alien !
Halloween Costumes for Tall Men
Halloween costumes for big and tall men used to be near impossible to find, but they have started to include us bigger guys in their sizing options. So like the previous options we discussed, you want to find costumes that come in larger sizes and choose a stretchy material that will add more comfort to your costume.
As long as you can find a costume that fits well in the leg length and the sleeves, you will do a pretty good job of scaring all the kids around the neighborhood because your added size.
Some of the best choices of Halloween costumes for tall guys are clowns, Friday the 13th costumes, pirates and the like. That is because these types of costumes are pretty baggy already and are supposed to fit loosely.
But lets have a look at some of the best costumes for tall guys.
1 Pennywise Clown Costume for Tall Men
Oh you will be the terror of the town for sure. Pennywise is scary enough, but couple with a big guy wearing the costume it adds to the effect. I am 6 foot 3, and this fit me perfectly. You may be able to get away with another inch, but it will be close.
2 Grim Reaper Costume for Tall Guys
This one is good for anyone up to 6 feet 9 inches. A great scary costume for a tall guy. Imaging seeing a grim reaper that tall walking toward you with a huge scythe, it would have quite the effect.
3 Plague Doctor Mask For Tall Guys
This is a really versatile costume, because you can wear the complete costume, or just the cape and mix and match with other masks.
Bonus Costume Ideas For Tall Guys
I have given you some advice on the more popular types of costumes you would look for. But, there are so many types of costumes for tall guys out there, I wanted to add a few bonus ideas for you.
Dinosaur Costume for Tall Guys
Dinosaur costumes are really fun at family parties. A tall guy in a dinosaur costume has all the more effect, and suitable for anyone up to 6´5, a great option if you are looking for costume ideas for taller men.
Mario Brothers Costume for Tall Guys
This one has you covered up the height of 6´6. A favorite for any one over the age of 30 for sure. You may have to explain who you are to some of the younger lot, but dressing up as a giant Mario is sure to turn heads.
Still not happy with the choices of costumes for tall men, here is one more list of ten Costume ideas for tall men:
- Superhero costumes like Superman or Thor
- Basketball player costume, complete with jersey and shorts
- Pirate costume, with a long coat and a hat
- Viking warrior costume, complete with a helmet and armor
- Abraham Lincoln costume, complete with a top hat and suit
- Frankenstein’s monster costume, complete with a tall, bulky body suit
- Bigfoot costume, complete with a fur suit and large feet
- Abraham from The Walking Dead, complete with cowboy hat and trench coat
- Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings, complete with a long robe and staff
- Werewolf costume, complete with a fur suit and realistic mask.
Tips for Finding the Perfect Fit
When you are choosing a costume for a taller guy, the most important thing is to find one that fits right. Here are some tips that I use as a taller guy to find the best possible fit:
Look for costumes that have longer sleeves and longer hemlines.
You can search for costumes that are specifically made for tall men.
Always check the size chart and see the exact measurements before purchasing
Possibly but a size larger than you think you will need, you can always roll sleeves up
Select fabrics that will have some stretch to them, fabrics like spandex & Polyester blends
If you get an oversized costume, you can always make alterations to adjust the fit.
FAQ´s
Are there any specific styles of costumes that would flatter a larger body type?
You want to go for big and bold characters. The attention needs to be on your costume and not you, so a superhero or a large mythical creature are good options.
Are there any size charts of costumes available to ensure a proper fit?
In most cases, costumes will have a chart with detailed measurements of a costume. When looking for costumes for big and tall guys, it is really important you have your measurements to hand, and you check the chart.
Can a costume be altered or customized to fit my body better?
Of course, and this may be necessary a lot of the time for tall guy costumes. You don’t have to redesign the whole costume. Buy one size bigger to ensure a comfortable fit, and you can make some small alterations to the fit to make it more flattering to your body type.
Are there any additional costs for larger sizes?
Unless you’re getting a costume made from scratch, costumes for larger guys are pretty much the same as a costume for an average sized guy. There is a lot more choice of costumes for larger people nowadays so it doesn’t need to be so pricey.
Are there any specific costumes that are more suitable for big and tall men?
You want to be thinking along the lines of capes, large animals, wizards. Characters that are depicted as being large in the fantasies, so you don’t look out of place as a 6 foot 4 dwarf from a Disney movie.
Check the reviews. When big guys buy stuff, it is because we are going to use it and not let it be forgotten in the bottom of the drawer. I always leave reviews, because I find user experience is one of the best markers of a costume being good or not.
Conclusion
So as you can see, there are many creative and fun costume ideas out there for taller men to choose from, it just takes a little research, but I have done that for you taking the stress out.
Whether you want to dress up as a superhero, a mythical figure, a cartoon character, you just need to find the right costume, the right fit and embrace your height and have fun in your costume.
Be sure to consider the comfort and movability factor when looking for your costume. You can also get creative and with a few little enhancements make your costume stand out no matter the occasion.
I hope I have been able to help you a little in making your choice, now go grab yourself a costume and have a great time at the party!
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