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Rick O'Connell

A DIY Rick O'Connell costume is a 1920s and 1930s desert adventurer look: a white or cream shirt with rolled sleeves, tan chinos, a brown belt with two holsters and a satchel. It is a good one to wear ahead of The Mummy: Book of the Dead, which Universal has scheduled for 15 October 2027. It costs about $20 and takes about an hour, with no sewing.

TIME: 60 min
COST: about $20
SKILL: Easy

What you need

A cream or white long-sleeved shirt
Tan chinos
A wide brown belt
Brown card or felt for two holsters, and grey card for two toy revolvers
Brown card or felt for a wrist cuff
Brown boots or sturdy shoes
A small satchel or cloth bag

How to make it

1
Roll the sleeves of the shirt up past the elbow, then undo the top button.
2
Tuck the shirt into the tan trousers and fasten the brown belt.
3
Cut two holster shapes from brown card or felt, about 20 cm tall, and fold each over a cardboard liner. Glue the edges.
4
Cut two revolver shapes from grey card, about 15 cm long, and colour with a black marker. Place one in each holster.
5
Thread the holsters onto the belt so one sits on each hip.
6
Cut a strip of brown card or felt about 6 cm wide and glue or tape it into a cuff on the right wrist. Crumple a sheet of brown paper and rub it over the shirt for a dusty look.
7
Tuck the trousers into the boots, add the satchel and carry a map made from folded paper.

Make it better

Keep colours sandy and brown. Nothing should look new.
A small amount of dust on the knees and elbows adds a lot.
Do not use a real weapon. Card revolvers are enough.

Questions

How do I make a Rick O'Connell costume from clothes I already own?

Wear a rolled-sleeve cream shirt and tan chinos, then add a brown belt with two card holsters, a wrist cuff and a satchel. Nothing needs sewing.

What colours do I need for Rick O'Connell?

Cream, tan and brown, with a little grey for the revolvers. Think of the desert in daylight.

Is this an official Rick O'Connell costume?

No. It is a homemade, unofficial costume built from everyday clothes and craft supplies. We are not affiliated with the makers of the character.

Is this easy fancy dress for a party?

Yes. It is mostly ordinary clothes, and the holster and satchel are quick to make. It works well next to a mummy.

Unofficial. Rick O'Connell and the Mummy names belong to their respective owners, and we are not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by them. The names are used only to describe this homemade parody costume.

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