Bamm-Bamm Rubble Costume
Bring prehistoric strength to life with this classic Flintstones look.
Bamm-Bamm Rubble is the incredibly strong adopted son of Barney and Betty Rubble from the classic animated series The Flintstones. A popular choice for solo dress-up, couples, or family themes, this Stone Age look is instantly recognizable by its orange animal print pattern and signature wooden club. The costume consists of a single-shoulder sash, jagged-cut shorts, a backward cap, and a lightweight prop club.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Bamm-Bamm Rubble costume
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Orange animal print shorts
Bright orange shorts or a skirt featuring black triangle or spot prints, with a jagged, tattered hemline.
DIY: Take a pair of plain orange shorts and cut the bottom hem into jagged triangles, then paint black triangles on them using fabric paint.
Brown single-shoulder strap
A brown faux-suede or felt sash worn diagonally across the chest from the right shoulder to the left hip.
DIY: Cut a strip of brown felt or fabric and safety-pin it diagonally across your chest.
White prop bone
A large, lightweight white plastic or plush bone secured to the center of the shoulder strap.
DIY: Cut a bone shape out of white felt or sturdy cardboard and attach it to the sash.
White backward baseball cap
A simple white fabric cap worn backward, optionally featuring a small black spot pattern.
DIY: Wear a plain white baseball cap backward and draw a few black triangles on it with a fabric marker.
Inflatable or plush caveman club
A lightweight, oversized brown prop club shaped like textured wood.
DIY: Roll up brown craft paper or cardboard into a club shape and tape it securely.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the orange and black triangle-patterned shorts.
- 2
Drape the brown sash diagonally over your right shoulder so it crosses your chest to your left hip.
- 3
Fasten the white prop bone to the center of the chest sash where it rests on your sternum.
- 4
Place the white baseball cap on your head facing backward.
- 5
Carry the lightweight brown caveman club in one hand.
- 6
Go barefoot, or wear skin-toned sandals or canvas shoes for outdoor comfort.
Makeup & hair
If you have hair showing under the backward cap, style it in a messy, slightly tousled look. Keep makeup minimal and natural for a rugged, outdoor Stone Age aesthetic.
Bamm-Bamm Rubble for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Pebbles Flintstone wearing her signature green top and bone hair accessory.
- group
- Coordinate a full Flintstones group with Fred, Wilma, Barney, Betty, and Pebbles.
- kids
- This is an incredibly popular toddler costume, often featuring a soft plush club and cozy fleece shorts.
- Plus size
- Use loose-fitting orange drawstring shorts and a wider, adjustable felt sash for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a matching orange and black triangle-print bandana with a plush bone toy.
Tips
- For outdoor events or cold weather, wear a skin-toned t-shirt or thermal top under the sash.
- Opt for an inflatable or foam club so it is lightweight to carry around all night.
- If you choose to go barefoot for photos, bring a pair of simple brown sandals to wear when walking around.
Bamm-Bamm Rubble costume FAQ
- What does Bamm-Bamm Rubble wear?
- Bamm-Bamm wears orange shorts with black spots and a jagged hem, a single brown shoulder strap held together by a white bone, a backward white cap, and he carries a wooden club.
- How do you make a DIY Bamm-Bamm costume?
- You can make it easily by cutting jagged edges into orange shorts, painting black triangles on them, and using a strip of brown felt with a cardboard bone for the chest sash.
- Who is Bamm-Bamm's counterpart for a couples costume?
- Bamm-Bamm is traditionally paired with Pebbles Flintstone, making them one of the most famous cartoon couples.
Did you know? Bamm-Bamm Rubble first appeared in Season 4 of The Flintstones in 1963, when Barney and Betty found him left on their doorstep.