What does Ralphie wear under the bunny suit?

In the movie, he wears his regular clothes, but for a costume, a light t-shirt and shorts are best to prevent overheating.

How do you make the bunny ears stand up?

The ears in the film are floppy, but if you want them to stand upright, you can insert lightweight craft wire inside the ear seams.

What accessories do I need for the Ralphie bunny costume?

The key accessories are the matching pink bunny slippers and a pair of round, black-rimmed eyeglasses.

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Ralphie Pink Bunny Costume

Embrace your inner 'pink nightmare' with this hilarious holiday classic.

The pink bunny suit from A Christmas Story is one of the most recognizable holiday movie outfits of all time. Gifted by Aunt Clara, this 'pink nightmare' is a hilarious choice for Halloween, Christmas parties, or movie screenings. The look consists of a bright pink plush onesie with floppy ears, matching bunny slippers, and Ralphie's classic black-rimmed glasses.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~10 min
Budget: $35–80

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Pink bunny onesie
A bright pink, plush fleece hooded union suit with long, floppy bunny ears attached to the hood and a round white tail on the back.
DIY: Dye a white hooded union suit pink, then sew on long pink felt ears to the hood.
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Pink bunny slippers
Plush pink slippers shaped like bunny heads, complete with floppy ears and small black bead eyes.
DIY: Glue pink felt ears and black felt circle eyes onto a pair of plain pink slippers.
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Black-rimmed glasses
Round, vintage-style eyeglasses with thick black frames to match Ralphie's signature look.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of a pair of cheap plastic black sunglasses.
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How to put it together

1
Put on a lightweight base layer, such as a t-shirt and shorts, to stay cool inside the plush fleece onesie.
2
Step into the pink bunny onesie, pull it up over your shoulders, and zip it up completely.
3
Slide your feet into the matching plush pink bunny slippers.
4
Put on the round, black-rimmed eyeglasses.
5
Pull the hood of the onesie up over your head, ensuring the long bunny ears drape forward over your shoulders.
6
Adopt a classic, miserable, unamused expression to fully embody Ralphie's reaction to the suit.

Makeup & hair

No makeup or styling is required. Keep your hair completely tucked under the hood of the bunny suit so only your face and glasses are visible.

Ralphie Pink Bunny for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with someone dressed as the Old Man holding the leg lamp, or Ralphie in his winter coat with a BB gun.
group: Create a Christmas Story group with the Leg Lamp, Randy in his puffy red snowsuit, and Flick with his tongue stuck to a pole.
kids: This look is highly popular for kids; look for a fleece pink bunny union suit and comfortable pink slippers.
Plus size: Choose a unisex, loose-fitting fleece union suit one size up for maximum comfort and roominess.
pet: Dress your dog in a simple pink hoodie with attached plush bunny ears.

Tips

Plush fleece onesies can get very warm indoors; wear thin, moisture-wicking clothes underneath to stay comfortable.
If wearing this costume outdoors, swap the soft bunny slippers for pink sneakers to protect your feet.
For photos, pose with a grumpy, embarrassed, or unamused facial expression to capture Ralphie's reaction.

Ralphie Pink Bunny costume FAQ

What does Ralphie wear under the bunny suit?: In the movie, he wears his regular clothes, but for a costume, a light t-shirt and shorts are best to prevent overheating.
How do you make the bunny ears stand up?: The ears in the film are floppy, but if you want them to stand upright, you can insert lightweight craft wire inside the ear seams.
What accessories do I need for the Ralphie bunny costume?: The key accessories are the matching pink bunny slippers and a pair of round, black-rimmed eyeglasses.

Did you know? In the movie, Ralphie's mother refers to the outfit as looking like a 'deranged Easter bunny,' while his father famously calls it a 'pink nightmare.'