Bumblebee Costume
Buzz into the spotlight with a classic black and yellow look.
The bumblebee is a timeless, cheerful costume choice for Halloween, school events, or themed parties. It is loved for its bright, highly recognizable color scheme and playful accessories. The classic look consists of bold black and yellow stripes, delicate wings, and bouncy antenna headbands.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $15–45
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What you need for a Bumblebee costume
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Striped tunic or dress
A comfortable tunic or dress featuring bold, horizontal yellow and black stripes.
DIY: Apply horizontal strips of black duct tape or fabric paint onto a plain yellow t-shirt.
Black leggings or tights
Opaque, matte black leggings or tights to serve as a clean base layer.
DIY: Use any pair of plain black sweatpants or fitted trousers you already own.
Bee wings
Lightweight, sheer mesh wings with black wire borders and gold glitter accents.
DIY: Cut wing shapes out of cardboard, paint them yellow, and attach elastic shoulder straps.
Antenna headband
A simple black headband featuring two yellow pom-poms attached to springy pipe cleaners.
DIY: Wrap black pipe cleaners around a plain headband and hot-glue yellow craft pom-poms to the tips.
Black long-sleeve shirt
A fitted black crewneck shirt to wear under the striped tunic for warmth and color consistency.
DIY: Use any solid black t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt from your closet.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Bumblebee costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings as your base layer.
- 2
Slip the yellow and black striped tunic or dress over the base layer.
- 3
Secure the bee wings over your shoulders using the attached elastic straps.
- 4
Place the antenna headband comfortably on your head, adjusting the pipe cleaners so they stand upright.
- 5
Put on comfortable black shoes or boots to complete the lower half of the look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple by pulling it back into a sleek ponytail or two high buns to mimic extra antennae. For makeup, add a touch of yellow eyeshadow, a bold black winged eyeliner, and a tiny painted bee on one cheek.
Bumblebee for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with a Beekeeper wearing a white mesh veil and canvas jumpsuit.
- group
- Create a hive with multiple bees, a Queen Bee wearing a gold crown, and a Beekeeper.
- kids
- Use a cozy yellow and black striped fleece onesie with soft fabric wings.
- Plus size
- Choose a loose-fitting striped tunic or an oversized yellow t-shirt customized with black fabric tape.
- pet
- A simple yellow and black striped sweater with lightweight felt wings attached to the back.
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Tips
- Wear comfortable, warm layers underneath if you are trick-or-treating in cold weather.
- Opt for lightweight mesh wings so they do not drag or snag on doorway frames during parties.
- If making your own stripes, use black duct tape on a yellow shirt for a quick, budget-friendly fix.
Bumblebee costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY bumblebee costume?
- You can easily make one by taking a plain yellow t-shirt and adding horizontal stripes using black duct tape or fabric paint, then pairing it with a store-bought antenna headband and wings.
- What should I wear under a bumblebee costume?
- Opaque black leggings or tights and a black long-sleeve t-shirt work best to keep you warm and maintain the clean, insect-like color scheme.
- How do I keep the wings from falling off?
- Most costume wings come with elastic shoulder straps. If they feel loose, secure them to your shirt straps using safety pins for extra stability.
Did you know? The bumblebee costume has been a staple of children's pageants and Halloween since the early 20th century due to its simple, high-contrast design.