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Kids British Royal Guard Costume - Busby Soldier Uniform Book Week
DELIVERY
- Dispatch: Within 24 Hours
- Registered & Express Post for ALL Orders.
- Pick up is available.
- Easy 14 days returns and exchanges
RETURNS
If you do not like the product you can return it within 14 days - no questions asked. This excludes stockings, gloves, swimwear and clearance sale items. We have an easy and hassle-free return policy. Please look at our Delivery & Returns section for further information.
PRODUCT DETAILS
What's in the Box
- Red ceremonial jacket with gold braid trim and stand-up collar
- Black trousers with gold metallic stripe down each leg
- Tall black bearskin-style hat with elastic chin strap and gold guard detail
This Kids British Royal Guard Costume nails the Buckingham Palace sentry look — bright red double-breasted jacket with rows of gold dome buttons, black trousers with gold side stripe, and that unmistakable tall bearskin hat. One glance and everyone knows it's the Queen's Guard.
The red jacket's got gold braid running the front closure and cuffs, plus shoulder epaulettes that finish the ceremonial look. Stand-up black collar adds formality, and the trousers feature a full-length metallic gold stripe. The bearskin hat sits secure with an elastic chin strap and decorative gold chin guard — no sliding mid-parade.
Perfect For
Book Week & School Cultural Days: Great for historical figures parades, British history projects, or any London-themed Book Week idea. Pairs with books about British royalty, world landmarks, or guard-duty stories.
School Concerts & Plays: A natural for school performances with British themes, patriotic assemblies, or multicultural celebration days where kids present different countries.
Dress-Up Play & Themed Parties: Works at home for imaginative guard duty games, London-themed birthday parties, or royal family pretend play with siblings.
How to Wear It
Wear over a white collared shirt for the full ceremonial effect. Pair with black school shoes or sneakers — the trousers cover most of the footwear anyway. Stand tall, keep a straight face, and practice the stoic guard pose for maximum effect.
Parent FAQs
Q: What size should I order?
Check the size chart for chest and height measurements. The jacket's got a structured ceremonial cut so it's less forgiving than casual costumes — between sizes, go up for comfort and room to layer a shirt underneath.
Q: Can they wear this indoors for a school assembly?
Absolutely. The fabric's lightweight polyester, not heavy wool, so it's comfortable for an hour-long indoor event. The hat stays secure with the elastic strap even when they're sitting cross-legged on the floor.
Q: How do I keep the hat from slipping?
The elastic chin strap adjusts to fit — pull it snug before the event. The decorative gold chin guard sits under the chin and helps anchor the hat in place during movement.
Q: Is this suitable for Book Week if we're studying British history?
Perfect fit. The Royal Guard uniform is one of the most recognisable symbols of Britain, and it ties into picture books about London, monarchy stories, or historical non-fiction about British culture. Teachers love the instant visual connection.
Care: Spot clean the jacket and hat. Hand wash trousers if needed, air dry flat.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Returns Policy
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at sales@kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return form, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Shipping
We offer Flat Rates $9.8 for Registered Post or $14.8 for Express Post within Australia.