What colors do I need for a Red Panda costume?

You will need rust-orange (or reddish-brown) for the main body, dark brown or black for the limbs, and white for the face markings and inner ears.

How do I make a DIY Red Panda tail?

You can sew a tube of orange fleece, stuff it with polyester fiberfill, and use fabric paint or sew-on brown felt strips to create the signature striped rings.

Is a red panda the same as a raccoon?

No, they are different species, but they share similar masked faces and ringed tails. A red panda costume uses rust-orange instead of the raccoon's grey and black.

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Red Panda Costume

Transform into a cozy, rust-orange forest dweller with a striped tail.

The red panda is a beloved, fluffy mammal native to the Himalayas, famous for its vibrant rust-colored fur and playful personality. This costume is a popular choice for Halloween and cosplay because it is incredibly comfortable, warm, and instantly recognizable. The signature look relies on a reddish-orange palette, dark brown limbs, and a long, thick striped tail.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $20–60

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What you need for a Red Panda costume

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Red Panda Hooded Onesie
A soft fleece, full-body jumpsuit in rust-orange with a white belly, featuring an attached hood with ears and a striped tail.
DIY: Use a rust-orange oversized hoodie and sew white felt onto the chest area.
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Striped Plush Tail
A long, thick, plush tail featuring alternating rings of rust-orange and cream or light brown.
DIY: Stuff a long orange tube sock with fiberfill and paint dark brown horizontal stripes on it.
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Red Panda Ears Headband
Plush, triangular ears that are white on the inside and rust-orange on the outside, mounted on a comfortable headband.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of orange and white felt and glue them onto a plain black headband.
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Brown Leggings or Pants
Dark brown or black fitted pants to mimic the dark legs of a real red panda.
DIY: Use any dark brown or black sweatpants or leggings you already own.
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Brown Long-Sleeve Shirt
A simple dark brown or black long-sleeve t-shirt to layer under a vest or wear with a tail accessory.
DIY: Use a plain dark brown or black long-sleeve shirt from your closet.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the dark brown leggings and the matching dark brown long-sleeve shirt as your base layer.
2
Slip into the red panda onesie, zipping or buttoning it up to the chest.
3
If you are using separate pieces instead of a onesie, secure the striped plush tail around your waist using its belt loop or safety pins.
4
Place the red panda ears headband securely on your head, positioning it just above your hairline.
5
Pull the hood of the onesie up over the headband if your onesie has a face hood, or wear the headband alone for a sleeker look.
6
Put on dark brown or black shoes or slippers to complete the dark-pawed look.

Makeup & hair

Apply white face paint around your eyes and muzzle area, then add a small black nose and thin brown tear stripes running from your eyes down to your cheeks. Style your hair in two high buns to mimic extra ears if not wearing a headband.

Red Panda for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up as a Red Panda and a Giant Panda for a cute bamboo-loving duo.
group: Form a forest group with a Red Panda, a Raccoon, and a Fox.
kids: A plush, zip-up toddler jumpsuit with an attached hood and non-slip paw booties.
Plus size: An oversized fleece onesie provides a comfortable, loose fit for all body types.
pet: A lightweight red panda step-in hoodie for dogs with plush ears and a stuffed tail.

Tips

Onesies can get very warm indoors, so wear lightweight cotton layers underneath.
If your plush tail is heavy, safety pin it to your waistband in an upright position to keep it from dragging.
For outdoor trick-or-treating, wear comfortable brown sneakers that blend in with the leg color.
Keep the makeup simple with just a black nose and white cheeks if you plan on eating or drinking.

Red Panda costume FAQ

What colors do I need for a Red Panda costume?: You will need rust-orange (or reddish-brown) for the main body, dark brown or black for the limbs, and white for the face markings and inner ears.
How do I make a DIY Red Panda tail?: You can sew a tube of orange fleece, stuff it with polyester fiberfill, and use fabric paint or sew-on brown felt strips to create the signature striped rings.
Is a red panda the same as a raccoon?: No, they are different species, but they share similar masked faces and ringed tails. A red panda costume uses rust-orange instead of the raccoon's grey and black.

Did you know? Despite their name, red pandas are not closely related to giant pandas; they belong to their own unique taxonomic family called Ailuridae.