Izuku Midoriya, hero costume

Izuku Midoriya's green hero costume from My Hero Academia, with eared hood, mouth guard and red boots, for makers new to stretch fabric and foam.

Izuku's hero costume is a green jumpsuit with dark accents, worn with a green hood whose two pointed tips stand up like ears, a grey mouth guard over the lower face, white gloves, a belt with pouches, and chunky red boots. His hair is dark green, short and messy. The costume changes in detail across the series as it is upgraded, so pick one version and follow its references closely. Four-way stretch fabric works best for the jumpsuit, sewn from a bodysuit or jumpsuit pattern so you can crouch and reach without pulling. The hood's tips need internal support, such as stiff interfacing or thin craft foam, to stand up. The mouth guard can be shaped from craft foam and painted; make sure it leaves you room to breathe and speak. The red boots are easiest as foam or fabric covers over a comfortable pair of trainers, with rounded foam pieces added for bulk. The belt and pouches can be faux leather or craft foam, and plain white gloves can be bought. Keep a heat gun moving in a well-ventilated space and wear heat-resistant gloves when shaping foam. Contact cement and spray sealers need outdoor work or strong airflow and a respirator rated for organic vapours. Cut on a mat with a fresh blade, cutting away from your fingers. Younger makers should have an adult present for heat tools, blades and adhesives.