Wondering how to buy pants for DK in Donkey Kong Bananza? Here’s how to unlock the Style Shop, find fossils, and gear up with outfits that actually boost your abilities.
You start Donkey Kong Bananza with DK rocking the classic red tie—and absolutely no pants. It’s a bold fashion choice, but hey, he’s a gorilla. If you’re wondering when you can finally give him a wardrobe upgrade, you’re not alone.
Good news: the customization in Bananza goes deep, and it’s straight out of the Super Mario Odyssey playbook (same devs, same drip energy). But you’ll need to unlock the Style Shop first, and it doesn’t happen until you make it a little past the intro.
How to Unlock Clothes in Donkey Kong Bananza
Step 1: Reach Lagoon Layer SL101
After the intro stage on Ingot Isle, your first real destination is Lagoon Layer. Once you hit SL101, you’ll unlock the first Style Shop—marked clearly on the map with its own icon.
It’s run by a very fashionable monkey (naturally), and this is where the whole outfit system kicks off.
Step 2: Pay in Fossils, Not Coins
Unlike Mario’s coin-based wardrobe, clothes in DK Bananza are purchased using fossils—yep, those hidden collectibles you’ve probably been ignoring.
If you’re low on fossils:
- Dig up treasure maps for fossil locations
- Buy maps from other shops
- Explore layers for secret chests and dig spots
- Use DK’s Sonar to sniff out buried goodies
How to Change Outfits for DK and Pauline
Once you’ve dropped some fossils and scored a few stylish pieces, it’s time to gear up.
Where to Go: The Wardrobe Closet
Each Style Shop has a closet nearby. Walk up to it and:
- Press A to interact
- Browse your unlocked gear
- Hit A again to confirm your new look
Boom—instant drip.
DK’s Customization Options
DK doesn’t mess around when it comes to fashion—he’s got three gear slots:
- Fur Color – Yep, you can change his fur. Funky mode: unlocked.
- Neckwear – Ties, scarves, and other snazzy neck pieces
- Britches – Pants, shorts, and even wild pattern picks
Pauline has her own style options too, and her outfits are just as cool—expect music-themed looks and layered accessories.
Clothing Perks: Not Just for Show
This isn’t just about flexing. Outfits give actual gameplay buffs, like:
- Faster swimming
- Extended Bananza form duration
- Wider Sonar range for finding collectibles
So if you thought that banana-print neckerchief was just for the memes? Nah. It might be hiding +2 traversal power.
Style Tips & Tricks
- Always check new layers for Style Shops—each one has different clothes.
- Mix and match buffs based on the terrain you’re exploring (swim gear in water layers, duh).
- Replay earlier layers with upgraded outfits to find new secrets more efficiently.
- Want all outfits? You’ll need to go full fossil hunter.
Summary
Customization in Donkey Kong Bananza isn’t just a fun nod to Odyssey—it’s legit useful. From speed boosts to collectible perks, your gear actually matters. So once you unlock the Style Shop in Lagoon Layer, start spending those fossils and dress DK like the banana-chomping fashion icon he was always meant to be.
And please, for the love of coconuts—put some pants on him.
Also check:
Donkey Kong Bananza Full Layer Map & Collectibles Checklist (All 17 Layers Explained)
Donkey Kong Bananza Bramble Country Guide: All Banandium Gem Locations & Secret Barrel Tip
Donkey Kong Bananza: Left or Right at The Divide? Freezer vs. Forest Layer Guide
