Turbo-Man Costume
It's Turbo time! Fly into the holiday season as the ultimate hero.
Turbo-Man is the iconic action figure superhero from the 1996 classic Christmas comedy Jingle All the Way. Fans pick this costume to bring high-energy '90s nostalgia and holiday laughs to office parties, parades, and family photos. The canonical outfit consists of a bright red superhero bodysuit accented with metallic gold chest armor, gold gauntlets, a red helmet with a yellow visor, and a signature rocket jetpack.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–180
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What you need for a Turbo-Man costume
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Red superhero bodysuit
Form-fitting full-body red spandex jumpsuit with reinforced seam work.
DIY: Pair a tight red long-sleeve compression shirt with matching red compression tights.
Golden chest armor plate
Sculpted metallic gold chest plate displaying the circular red Turbo-Man insignia.
DIY: Cut thick EVA foam into a chest shield shape, paint it metallic gold, and add a red circular logo.
Red helmet with visor
Full-head red glossy helmet featuring gold side accents and a yellow translucent visor.
DIY: Paint a full-face motorcycle or skate helmet red with gold foam cheek guards.
Rocket thuster jetpack
Dual silver rocket thruster cylinders attached via a black harness with red flame accents.
DIY: Spray-paint two 2-liter plastic soda bottles silver and mount them to a cardboard backplate with backpack straps.
Gold forearm gauntlets
Padded metallic gold forearm guards worn over the sleeves.
DIY: Wrap metallic gold craft foam around your forearms and fasten with strip Velcro.
Gold utility belt
Shiny gold waist belt featuring a round circular buckle plate.
DIY: Cover a wide leather belt in gold vinyl tape and affix a cardboard circle brooch.
Red hero boot covers
Tall red boot covers extending to the knees with metallic gold top trim.
DIY: Pull knee-high red socks over flexible shoes and wrap the top borders in gold metallic ribbon.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red superhero bodysuit or base athletic layers.
- 2
Fasten the padded golden chest armor plate securely across your torso.
- 3
Strap the dual-cylinder rocket jetpack over your shoulders using the adjustable chest harness.
- 4
Attach the gold forearm gauntlets and adjust the shiny gold waist belt.
- 5
Pull the red boot covers over comfortable indoor sneakers.
- 6
Don the red helmet with yellow visor and check visibility before stepping into the party.
Makeup & hair
Hair remains completely covered inside the full red helmet; no hairstyling is required. If taking off the helmet indoors, slick back your hair with light gel. Keep face makeup minimal.
Turbo-Man for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Myron Larabee dressed as Dementor, Turbo-Man's fiery arch-nemesis.
- group
- Assemble the movie crew with Turbo-Man, Dementor, Howard in a trench coat, and Booster the pink sidekick.
- kids
- Use a comfy red fleece onesie with felt gold chest pieces and a lightweight soft foam jetpack.
- Plus size
- Choose a two-piece red athletic shirt and leggings set with adjustable elastic armor straps.
- pet
- Dress your dog as Booster, Turbo-Man's furry sidekick, using a soft plush pink pet vest.
Tips
- Indoor venues can get warm quickly inside full-body spandex and foam armor; wear breathable cotton undergarments.
- Strike iconic flying poses or put your fists on your hips for hilarious family holiday photos.
- If making the jetpack yourself, use ultra-lightweight materials so it stays comfortable for hours of standing.
- Ensure the helmet visor provides adequate ventilation and wide vision for walking around crowds.
Turbo-Man costume FAQ
- What is Turbo-Man's famous catchphrase?
- Turbo-Man's ultimate tagline from Jingle All the Way is 'It's Turbo time!', perfect to announce when entering holiday parties.
- How do you make a DIY Turbo-Man jetpack?
- Paint two 2-liter soda bottles silver, attach orange and yellow felt flame tips at the bottom, and attach them to a back piece with adjustable backpack straps.
- Is the Turbo-Man costume suitable for cold outdoor Christmas parades?
- Yes, the full coverage bodysuit and helmet trap heat well, and you can easily wear thermal undershirts beneath.
- What colors are featured on Turbo-Man's suit?
- Turbo-Man's suit is primarily bright red, accented with metallic gold chest armor, gold gauntlets, a gold belt, and a yellow helmet visor.
Did you know? The Turbo-Man costume worn by Arnold Schwarzenegger in Jingle All the Way was created by the legendary Hollywood FX house Stan Winston Studio.