Fantastic Mr. Fox Costume
Channel Wes Anderson's most dapper, cider-stealing woodland hero.
Mr. Fox is the sharp-dressed, silver-tongued protagonist of Wes Anderson's stop-motion classic, Fantastic Mr. Fox. Fans of indie cinema and whimsical style choose this look for its perfect blend of dapper menswear and woodland charm. The ensemble is anchored by a signature mustard-yellow corduroy suit, a crisp white shirt, and classic fox features.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–130
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What you need for a Fantastic Mr. Fox costume
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Mustard yellow corduroy blazer
A fitted, single-breasted blazer in a warm mustard or golden-yellow corduroy fabric.
DIY: Dye a thrifted tan or light brown blazer using yellow fabric dye.
Matching corduroy trousers
Straight-leg trousers in the same mustard-yellow corduroy shade to complete the suit.
DIY: Use mustard-colored chinos or jeans if corduroy is unavailable.
White button-down shirt
A classic white cotton dress shirt with a stiff collar, worn fully buttoned.
Fox ears headband and tail
A matching set featuring orange faux fur ears with white inner lining and a bushy, white-tipped tail.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of orange and white felt, glue them to a headband, and safety-pin a stuffed orange felt tube to your waist.
Blue knit balaclava
A dark blue ribbed knit ski mask with cut-out eye holes, representing his 'bandit' look.
DIY: Cut eye holes into a navy blue beanie and pull it down over your face.
Prop apple or cider jug
A realistic plastic red apple or a small glass jug labeled 'Boggis, Bunce & Bean Cider'.
DIY: Print out a vintage cider label and glue it to an empty glass apple cider bottle.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the crisp white button-down shirt and button it all the way to the collar.
- 2
Step into the mustard-yellow corduroy trousers and secure them with a simple brown belt.
- 3
Layer the matching mustard-yellow corduroy blazer over the white shirt.
- 4
Attach the fox tail to the back of your trousers using a safety pin or the built-in loop.
- 5
Place the fox ears headband securely on your head, adjusting your hair around the band.
- 6
Carry your prop apple or cider jug, or pull the blue balaclava over your head for the classic bandit raid scene.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neat and parted. If not using a mask, use orange and white face paint to create a subtle fox nose and whiskers on your face, blending white paint around the mouth and orange on the cheeks.
Fantastic Mr. Fox for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Mrs. Fox wearing a yellow shift dress printed with red apples, carrying a paintbrush.
- group
- Add Ash in his white athletic outfit and blue cape, Kristofferson in a blue track jacket, and Badger in a tweed suit.
- kids
- A comfortable version using a mustard-yellow sweatshirt and sweatpants paired with a felt fox mask and tail.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch corduroy or soft velvet fabrics in mustard yellow for a comfortable, tailored fit.
- pet
- A small orange dog or cat sweater paired with a tiny white collar and a miniature felt tie.
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- Pair up with Mrs. Fox wearing a yellow shift dress printed with red apples, carrying a paintbrush.
Tips
- Corduroy can get warm; opt for a lightweight cotton blend if you plan to wear this costume indoors or at a crowded party.
- Thrifting is your best friend for this look, as vintage blazers from the 1970s often feature the exact mustard-yellow corduroy needed.
- Keep the bandit mask rolled up as a beanie on your head until you are ready for photos to stay comfortable.
- Pin the tail high on your waistband so it doesn't drag on the ground or get stepped on.
Fantastic Mr. Fox costume FAQ
- What kind of suit does Fantastic Mr. Fox wear?
- Mr. Fox wears a distinctive mustard-yellow or golden-orange corduroy suit, consisting of a single-breasted blazer and matching trousers, paired with a white collared shirt.
- How do I do the bandit look from the movie?
- To pull off the bandit look, simply add a navy blue knit balaclava (ski mask) over your head, leaving the fox ears poking out if possible, and carry a prop cider jug.
- Is a full mask required for this costume?
- No, a simple headband with fox ears and a matching tail paired with the corduroy suit is highly recognizable and much easier to socialize in than a full latex mask.
Did you know? The corduroy fabric for Mr. Fox's puppet suit in the film was matched directly to a pair of director Wes Anderson's own custom-tailored trousers.