Fursuit Head Commissions: Prices, Process, and What You Get

A fursuit head is the cheapest way into the hobby and the smartest first commission for most people. At Fursuit Mania, head commissions start at $1,300 and are open now.

A head alone brings a fursona to life without the cost of a full suit. The wearer pairs it with their own clothes, feels the heat and weight of a suit before a bigger commitment, and ends up with a piece that lasts for years. This guide covers what a head commission includes, what it costs, how the process works, and how to start one.

What is a fursuit head commission?

A fursuit head commission is a custom head built to a customer’s reference sheet, made by hand to their measurements. It is not a mask bought off a shelf. Each one is shaped, furred, and finished for a single character and a single head size.

At Fursuit Mania, a head commission includes a hand carved foam or 3D printed resin base, premium faux fur chosen to match the character, high vision mesh eyes, and a finished interior built to fit the wearer. Toony styles use waterproof resin eyes for a glossy look.

How much does a fursuit head commission cost?

A custom fursuit head commission starts at $1,300 at Fursuit Mania. The final price depends on the design detail, the fur, and any extras like a moving jaw or complex markings.

Here is how a head fits against the rest of the range:

 

Commission type	Starting price
Fursuit head	$1,300
Mini partial (head, paws, tail)	$1,800
Partial (head, paws, feet, tail)	$2,000
Full suit	$3,000 and up

 

A head is the lowest entry point for a handmade custom piece. Anything far below this usually means a premade, a secondhand head, or a maker cutting a corner on the fur or the ventilation.

What you get in a head commission

Every head is built to be worn, not just photographed. The parts that matter are the ones you cannot see in a listing photo.

The base is hand carved foam or a 3D printed resin shell, shaped to the character and the head size. The fur is premium faux fur, picked and airbrushed to match the reference sheet. The eyes use high vision mesh so the wearer keeps clear sight, or waterproof resin for a toony look. The interior is lined and fitted so the head sits steady and comfortable through a long day.

Good ventilation and real vision are not upgrades here. They are the difference between a head you wear all day at a con and one you take off after twenty minutes.

How the commission process works

A head commission follows the same clear path from first message to finished piece.

First, send a reference sheet through the quote form. A clear reference gives the most accurate price. Second, receive a fixed quote for the head. Third, confirm the slot with a deposit. Fourth, the build begins and takes 3 to 4 months, with progress photos along the way. Finally, the finished head ships once it is complete and paid for.

Build time is 3 to 4 months from the start of the build. Queue time before the slot begins depends on current demand, so it is worth asking when a slot would open.

Do you offer payment plans on a head?

Yes, on orders over $1,500. A bare head at $1,300 sits just under that line, so it is usually paid in full, but a head bundled with paws or a tail that pushes the total over $1,500 can go on a plan. Plans use a 30% deposit and monthly payments of at least $250.

This matters for budgeting. If a payment plan is important, a mini partial at $1,800 may suit better than a head alone, since it clears the plan threshold and adds paws and a tail.

Are fursuit head commissions open?

Yes. Fursuit Mania has head commissions open now. Because a slot has to be reserved with a deposit and demand changes through the year, the best move is to send a reference sheet and ask when the next slot opens.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a fursuit head commission cost?

A custom fursuit head commission starts at $1,300 at Fursuit Mania. The final price depends on the design detail and any extras. Send a reference sheet for a fixed quote.

How long does a fursuit head take to make?

The build takes 3 to 4 months from the start of the slot. Queue time before the build begins depends on current demand.

What is included in a fursuit head commission?

A head commission includes a hand carved foam or 3D printed resin base, premium faux fur matched to the character, high vision mesh or resin eyes, and a lined, fitted interior.

Can I wear just a fursuit head?

Yes. Many wearers start with a head alone and pair it with their own clothes. It is a lower cost way to try the hobby before committing to a full suit.

Do you need my measurements for a head?

Yes. A head is built to your head size and your reference sheet, so measurements and a clear reference give the best fit and the most accurate quote.

Are fursuit head commissions open?

Yes, head commissions are open now at Fursuit Mania. Send your reference sheet through the quote form to get a price and ask about the next open slot.

Start your head commission

A head is the easiest way to bring a fursona to life on a smaller budget. Send a reference sheet through the free quote form and Fursuit Mania will reply with a fixed price and the next open slot.

Still deciding? Compare the options in the guide to the types of fursuits, or see how to buy smart on a budget in the guide to cheap fursuit makers.