ABOUT DARWIN:
Darwin is the Thornberrys’ loyal, eloquent, and delightfully British chimpanzee companion. Unlike most monkeys, Darwin prefers tea to bananas and sarcasm to screeching. He’s Eliza’s best friend, voice of reason, and reluctant adventurer—always finding himself in the middle of the family’s unpredictable wildlife chaos.
Equal parts primate and posh, Darwin brings dry wit, intelligence, and an occasional scream of terror to the jungle equation.
1. BLUE & WHITE STRIPED TANK TOP – Darwin’s look starts with a sleeveless striped tank—his go-to jungle loungewear. Horizontal stripes in blue and white will match the cartoon vibe.
2. ROYAL BLUE SHORTS – Pair the tank with loose royal blue athletic or swim shorts. Think comfort meets “chimp-on-the-go.”
3. CHIMP MASK WITH EARS – A full or partial chimpanzee mask is key. Bonus points for one with exaggerated ears and black fur for maximum Darwin-accuracy.
4. MONKEY FEET SLIPPERS – Slip on a pair of novelty “barefoot” or monkey-foot slippers to channel your inner primate without going totally barefoot.
5. GRAY BODY PAINT – Use gray body paint for any visible skin (arms, neck, legs) to match Darwin’s fur tone and keep the costume cohesive.
6. BEIGE FACE PAINT – Add beige or light brown face paint to mimic Darwin’s muzzle area—or use it to blend the edges of your mask if you go partial face.
Darwin might be a monkey, but he’s also the classiest member of the Thornberry family. This costume is a fun, whimsical option for fans who love characters that blend brains and chaos—especially if you’re doing a group look with Eliza.
With a few simple pieces and a little face paint, you’ll go from human to high-strung chimp in no time.
Now that you’ve got the whole Thornberry squad covered, why not gather the gang and go full group cosplay? We’ve got all the guides you need right here!