To use this elephant costume, simply zip up the front of the jumpsuit. The attached hood makes it easy to transform your child into an adorable elephant. This costume is great for kids' birthday parties or any dress - up events. When it comes to safety, never let children under 3 wear it because of the small parts that could cause a choking hazard. Also, always keep the costume away from fire. The dyes used might not be colorfast, so be careful when it comes in contact with other fabrics. For maintenance, you can't wash it at home. It must be dry - cleaned only. And don't throw away the packaging; it could come in handy later.