Rufus Costume
Channel Kim Possible's lovable, pocket-sized naked mole rat sidekick.
Rufus is the iconic, cheese-loving naked mole rat from Disney's animated series Kim Possible. As Ron Stoppable's loyal pocket companion, he is a fan-favorite character known for his pink skin, buck teeth, and high-pitched squeaks. A Rufus costume is a fun, nostalgic, and incredibly comfortable choice that works perfectly for solo dress-up or as part of a Kim Possible group theme.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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See yourself as Rufus
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What you need for a Rufus costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Rufus costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Pink hooded sweatshirt or onesie
A solid, light pink or flesh-toned hooded sweatshirt or a full-body fleece onesie to represent Rufus's hairless skin.
DIY: Use a plain oversized pink sweatshirt and sweatpants you already own.
Pink sweatpants
Matching light pink sweatpants or joggers to complete the monochromatic pink look.
Pink beanie with ears
A light pink knit beanie. You can attach small, rounded pink felt ears to the sides to mimic Rufus's head shape.
DIY: Glue small circles of pink felt onto a plain pink beanie.
White felt buck teeth
Stiff white felt cut into two small rectangles to represent Rufus's signature front teeth, attached to the beanie or a face mask.
DIY: Cut two small rectangles from white cardboard or felt and safety-pin them to the front rim of your pink beanie.
Pink gloves
Simple light pink jersey or cotton gloves to keep your hands matching your pink outfit.
Plush Bueno Nacho cup
A prop cup representing the fictional fast-food joint Bueno Nacho, Rufus's favorite spot.
DIY: Print out a Bueno Nacho logo and tape it to a red plastic party cup.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Rufus costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the light pink sweatpants and matching pink hooded sweatshirt or onesie.
- 2
Slip on the light pink cotton gloves to ensure your hands match the pink skin tone.
- 3
Prepare your pink beanie by sewing or hot-gluing two small white felt rectangles to the front underside of the brim so they hang down like buck teeth.
- 4
If desired, attach two small, rounded pink felt circles to the sides of the beanie to act as mole rat ears.
- 5
Put on the beanie, adjusting it so the felt teeth sit just above your forehead or eyebrows.
- 6
Carry your Bueno Nacho cup prop to complete the character reference.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair completely tucked away inside the pink beanie. For makeup, use a pink face paint or eyeliner to draw a small pink nose and three thin black whisker lines on each cheek.
Rufus for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Ron Stoppable in his Bueno Nacho uniform or signature red jersey.
- group
- Join a group featuring Kim Possible (black crop top and cargo pants) and Shego (green and black jumpsuit).
- kids
- A plush, one-piece pink zippered jumpsuit with an attached hood featuring embroidered eyes and felt teeth.
- Plus size
- An oversized pink fleece union suit or matching pink track jacket and joggers for a relaxed, comfortable fit.
- pet
- A simple pink dog sweater with small felt ears attached to a matching pet headband.
Tips
- Opt for soft, breathable cotton or fleece fabrics to keep comfortable during long parties.
- If you are attending an outdoor event, the layers of sweatpants and a hoodie will naturally keep you warm.
- Carry a small plush toy of a taco or cheese to reference Rufus's favorite snacks.
- Keep the pink shades as consistent as possible across the hoodie, pants, and beanie for a cohesive look.
Rufus costume FAQ
- What kind of animal is Rufus?
- Rufus is a naked mole rat, a hairless rodent known for living underground, which explains his pink, wrinkled appearance.
- How do you make a DIY Rufus costume?
- You can easily make one by wearing matching light pink sweatpants and a pink hoodie, then adding a pink beanie with two white felt buck teeth attached to the front brim.
- What props should I carry for a Rufus costume?
- A red cup with a DIY 'Bueno Nacho' logo or a fake plastic cheese wheel are perfect props that reference the show.
Did you know? Rufus was voiced by Nancy Cartwright, the same legendary voice actress who voices Bart Simpson.