The Croods Costume
Bring the prehistoric cave family to life with simple animal prints.
The Croods is a beloved DreamWorks animated franchise about a prehistoric family navigating a colorful, dangerous world. Dressing up as Grug, Eep, or the rest of the clan is a popular choice for families and groups due to its fun, rugged aesthetic. The look consists of jagged-cut animal print tunics, faux fur wraps, and wild, unstyled hair.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a The Croods costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete The Croods costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Tiger-print tunic
A one-shoulder orange and black tiger-stripe tunic with a jagged, asymmetrical hemline.
DIY: Cut a jagged hem and one-shoulder neckline into an oversized orange tiger-print t-shirt.
Faux fur shoulder wrap
A dark brown or black textured faux fur collar to drape over the shoulders.
DIY: Cut a strip of faux fur fabric from a craft store and safety pin it around your collar.
Rope belt
A simple thick white or off-white cotton rope to tie around the waist.
DIY: Use any thick utility rope or braided yarn tied in a loose knot.
Plastic prop bone
A lightweight white plastic bone to use as a hair accessory or belt attachment.
DIY: Cut a classic bone shape out of thick white felt or cardboard.
Messy wig
A wild, unkempt wig in bright orange for Eep, or dark brown for Grug.
DIY: Tease your natural hair heavily with hairspray and temporary color spray.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made The Croods costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the one-shoulder animal print tunic or jagged-cut dress as your base layer.
- 2
Drape the faux-fur wrap over your shoulders, securing it with a safety pin if needed.
- 3
Tie the thick cotton rope loosely around your waist to create a rugged belt.
- 4
Tuck the plastic bone accessory into your hair or secure it to your rope belt.
- 5
Put on the messy wig, using your hands to tease and fluff it for a wild, unkempt prehistoric look.
- 6
Go barefoot or wear simple flat brown leather-look sandals to complete the cave-dweller aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural, adding light brown smudges of face paint or bronzer to mimic dirt on your cheeks and arms. For hair, tease it heavily to create maximum volume and a wild, unbrushed texture.
The Croods for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Go as Grug and Ugga, or Eep and Guy, matching in coordinating animal print tunics.
- group
- Dress the whole family as the Croods pack, including Grug, Ugga, Eep, Thunk, Sandy, and Gran.
- kids
- Toddlers make perfect Sandys with a simple fuzzy brown tunic and a wild wig.
- Plus size
- An oversized, stretchy fleece tunic with an elastic waist offers a comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a matching tiger-print bandana or a small plush saber-tooth tiger costume.
Tips
- Use safety pins inside the tunic to adjust the fit and ensure the one-shoulder style stays secure.
- If trick-or-treating in cold weather, layer flesh-colored leggings and a long-sleeve thermal shirt underneath.
- Use matte brown eyeshadow or bronzer to easily create realistic, washable dirt smudges on your arms and face.
The Croods costume FAQ
- What do I need for a DIY Eep Crood costume?
- You need a one-shoulder tiger-print tunic with a jagged hem, a messy orange wig, and a plastic bone hair accessory.
- How do I make a Grug Crood costume?
- Use a dark brown or black textured faux-fur tunic, dark shorts, a rope belt, and a messy dark brown wig.
- What shoes should I wear with a Croods costume?
- Simple brown leather sandals, moccasins, or even bare feet (if indoors) work best to maintain the prehistoric look.
Did you know? The original 2013 film 'The Croods' was co-written by comedy legend John Cleese before evolving into the DreamWorks animated feature we know today.