Tarzan and Jane Costume
Bring the jungle to life with this classic, adventurous couples look.
The Tarzan and Jane couples costume is a timeless choice for pairs who want a mix of wild adventure and classic storybook charm. This look pairs Tarzan's minimalist, jungle-dwelling aesthetic with Jane Porter's iconic yellow Victorian explorer dress. Together, they create an instantly recognizable duo that is both fun to wear and highly photogenic.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Tarzan and Jane costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Tarzan and Jane costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Tarzan's leopard print loincloth
A brown and black leopard print loincloth or tunic with a jagged hemline.
DIY: Cut a piece of leopard print fabric into a jagged wrap and secure it over brown shorts.
Jane's yellow Victorian dress
A bright yellow long-sleeved dress with a white collar, purple tie, and a flared skirt.
DIY: Pair a yellow long-sleeved button-down shirt with a matching yellow maxi skirt and a purple ribbon.
Jane's white pith helmet
A classic white safari or pith helmet to complete the explorer aesthetic.
DIY: Use a tan straw fedora or a plastic safari hat painted white.
Tarzan's spear prop
A lightweight toy spear with a faux-stone tip and twine wrapping.
DIY: Wrap twine around the top of a long wooden dowel and attach a cardboard spearhead.
Jane's white gloves and boots
Short white wrist-length gloves and brown lace-up Victorian-style boots.
DIY: Wear any comfortable brown lace-up boots or ankle boots you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Tarzan and Jane costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
For Tarzan: Put on skin-toned or brown undershorts beneath the leopard print loincloth for comfortable coverage.
- 2
For Jane: Put on the yellow explorer dress, ensuring the white collar is neatly folded down.
- 3
Tie the purple ribbon or tie around Jane's collar, securing it in a neat bow or knot.
- 4
Have Jane put on the white wrist-length gloves and the white pith helmet.
- 5
For Tarzan: Apply bronzer or brown body paint lightly to simulate jungle dirt, and carry the toy spear.
- 6
Have both partners put on their respective footwear—barefoot style sandals for Tarzan and brown boots for Jane.
Makeup & hair
Tarzan needs messy, tousled, shoulder-length brown hair (use a wig if needed) and a sun-kissed complexion. Jane should have her hair styled in a neat, low bun or French twist beneath her pith helmet, with clean, natural-looking makeup.
Tarzan and Jane for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One partner dresses in the leopard print loincloth as Tarzan, while the other wears the yellow explorer dress as Jane.
- group
- Add characters like Terk the gorilla (using a gorilla suit) or Professor Porter (in a khaki safari suit).
- kids
- A mini Tarzan in a leopard print romper and a mini Jane in a yellow dress make an adorable sibling costume.
- Plus size
- Look for a yellow wrap dress or A-line dress for Jane, and a comfortable, longer leopard print tunic for Tarzan.
- pet
- Dress a family dog in a small plush gorilla costume to play Terk.
Tips
- For Tarzan's comfort, wear nude-colored athletic compression shorts under the loincloth.
- If attending an outdoor or cold-weather event, Jane's long sleeves and skirt offer great warmth, while Tarzan can add a nude-colored thermal shirt.
- Carry a plush gorilla toy as a fun, lightweight prop that adds to the jungle theme.
- Take photos posing in front of lush green foliage, ivy walls, or trees to simulate a deep jungle setting.
Tarzan and Jane costume FAQ
- What does Jane wear in Tarzan?
- Jane Porter famously wears a bright yellow Victorian-era safari dress with a white collar, a purple ascot or tie, white gloves, and a white pith helmet.
- How can I make a DIY Tarzan costume?
- You can easily make a Tarzan costume by wrapping a yard of leopard-print fabric around your waist over brown shorts, cutting the bottom hem into jagged triangles, and going barefoot or wearing simple sandals.
- Is the Tarzan and Jane costume good for couples?
- Yes, it is one of the most recognizable and classic couples costumes, offering a fun contrast between Tarzan's wild jungle look and Jane's refined explorer outfit.
Did you know? Jane Porter's iconic yellow dress in the 1999 animated film was designed to contrast sharply with the green and brown tones of the African jungle, visually highlighting her status as an outsider.