The Invisible Man – Eco-Creative Costume Design

My costume is inspired by The Invisible Man, a mysterious and iconic character from literature and film. I wanted to recreate the illusion of invisibility using only simple, everyday materials — combining creativity, sustainability, and style. The design aims to be visually striking yet lightweight and easy to wear, while also promoting the idea that impressive costumes don’t have to rely on plastic or store-bought parts.

Materials:

Cardboard boxes, wire hangers, a white dress shirt (large size), tie, leather jacket (my dad's), hat (my dad's), sunglasses

Tools:

scissors, ruler, pliers, and a hot glue gun.

I studied film posters and movie scenes to understand how the Invisible Man’s outfit looked and moved. I made sketches and took measurements of my dad' shirt and jacket.

Using thick cardboard, I built a half-body frame, leaving a square opening in the chest area—this opening is where my real head goes when I wear the costume.

I reshaped a wire hanger into a U-shape, glued it securely inside the frame, and attached the hat and sunglasses to the top of the wire. This creates the illusion of a floating head.

The cardboard frame was fitted into the shirt, and I tested the proportions with help from my mom. After adjustments, I added the tie and leather jacket on top.

I wore a knit hat to hide my real head, added gloves and soft filling in the sleeves to simulate invisible arms.

The final costume looks like a realistic, invisible man—floating hat, sunglasses, and empty clothing standing naturally. It’s simple, cool, and eco-friendly, combining creativity with craftsmanship.

Even with recycled materials and basic tools, you can design something magical. The Invisible Man reminds us that imagination is the most visible part of who we are.