With Halloween right around the corner, have you and your family thought about your costumes yet? If not, don’t worry! We’ve put together a list of Halloween costume ideas that will really let your creativity shine. So, come join us as we inspire you with these spooky, kooky costumes!
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Whether you’re into Halloween or not, we can all agree that it’s a super fun time that brings smiles to everyone’s faces. Choosing the perfect materials for your outfit and putting it all together is such a blast, and the feeling of wearing your creation is just priceless! Just picture your whole family rocking matching witch costumes. Adorable, right?
Your costume could have wings that flap and take you sky high or a tail that sways left to right as you walk. How about diving into an underwater world by becoming a playful mermaid or merman? The choice is yours, and with these easy Halloween costumes, you will find the right one in no time!
So what are you waiting for? Hop on in as we guide you to making your first Halloween costume. If you’re at a crossroads or feel puzzled and need guidance, the FAQ section has all the valuable information you need! It will guide you along the right path on all things costumes and inspire you if you want to make your own from scratch! Let’s get crafting and create the ultimate Halloween costumes for you and your family.
FAQs About Halloween Costume
1. What materials do I need to make my Halloween costume?
Choosing the materials may be overwhelming, as we want to ensure they are aesthetically pleasing while being comfortable. Though this list will be a general guideline of what materials you can prepare, please refer to the chosen costume, as the materials used vary depending on the craft items used.
– Felt
– Cotton
– Foam
– Leather
– Spandex
– Plastic
2. How can I make my Halloween costume safe and comfortable?
Looking the best in your Halloween costume is everyone’s number one priority. But nobody likes an uncomfortable costume as it makes an unpleasant trick-or-treating experience. Here are some ways to make sure you and your kids have a safe and comfortable costume:
– Make sure your outfit allows for clear vision and easy movement.
– If your outfit has a mask, allow for good ventilation.
– Look out for well-fitting shoes that are a snug fit to avoid blisters.
3. What are some costume inspirations for families?
Creating your Halloween costumes with your family is a fun and engaging activity that strengthens bonds. Classic-themed costumes for Halloween can create unison when trick-or-treating, like a family of witches, ghosts, and goblins. However, you’re not limited to these sets of ideas! You can also make a group of characters from your favorite TV shows. The sky is the limit to your creativity!
4. Instead of DIY, where do I buy ready-made costumes?
Ready-made Halloween costumes offer a fantastic option for people who are looking for a quick, hassle-free outfit while embracing the Halloween spirit. Often, these outfits come pre-assembled and are simple to put on. So, besides DIY it from scratch, you can check out these fun Halloween Costumes online or purchase them at your local stores, such as this Super Mario Costume.
5. How can I improve my Halloween look?
There are several fun ways to elevate your Halloween costume! Besides choosing the outfits, you’ve got to commit to the whole aesthetic. Be it spooky, cute, creepy, or iconic, you can accessorize your costume by wearing makeup that matches your costume’s theme, accessorizing with jewelry, and styling your hair.
You can try this fake blood to create an easy blood splatter on your face, or you can challenge this injured hand makeup.
If your outfit calls for a different hair color or style, try getting into wigs, such as this Mermaid’s long red curly wig.
What’s Next?
- Get crafting and share your costumes with us on Facebook and Instagram with the handle @craftpassion.
- You can pin it on Pinterest and make a board labeling it as a DIY Halloween costume design.
- Share this post with your family and friends for a craft-along event for Halloween.
- If you are feeling the Halloween spirit, check out other Halloween Crafts like these Pumpkin Painting Ideas, Halloween Candy Holders, Halloween Wall Decor, or these Halloween Coasters.
81 Spooky Kooky Halloween Costume Ideas
Whether you make your Halloween costume or buy pre-assembled ones and further customize them, this list is for you! It contains costumes for all family members, from babies to kids to women and men. Get your materials ready, and let’s get started!
Where the Wild Things Are Costume
Get ready to enter a world where wild things and imagination run free! Learn how to make this Halloween costume that invites unforgettable memories of joy! Your little ones will look so adorable in this costume.
4 Easy Halloween Baby Costumes
This tutorial shows you 4 DIY costume ideas in 1 article! Whether you decide to soar your kids in the skies with DC Characters, be the three little mice, or bust some ghosts this Halloween season, the choice is yours!
Cotton Candy Costume
Doesn't this cotton candy costume look so cute? Whether you want to dress your baby girl or boy in this costume, choose their favorite colors and DIY it with this tutorial!
80's Baby Workout Costumes
Get in your groove as we dance back into the 80s with this homemade baby workout costume! Strap on that fanny pack and those neon leg warmers as we work out in style this Halloween!
DIY Strawberry Costume
Let's get berry-ready with this strawberry Halloween baby costume! Savor the sweetness of Halloween with this costume as your little ones are wrapped in a sweet and comfy embrace!
Baby Lamb Costume
Snuggle your little ones in this adorable costume that is fluffy, easy to make, and will surely charm everyone's hearts in this costume. Get ready for a woolly Halloween!
Where's Waldo Costume
Dress your little one this Halloween as Waldo, and join the search party as we search high and low for candy! With the striped costume, your baby will surely stand out this Halloween! Not to mention, it takes less than an hour to make a suitable last-minute costume!
Sock Monkey Baby Costume
Dress up your baby as a monkey and go bananas this Halloween season! Watch as they swing from house to house, trick-or-treating for candy in their adorable monkey costume.
Baby Panda Bear Costume
Who wouldn't want a cute panda bear for Halloween? Dress up your baby in this funny costume as they trick-or-treat from house to house, looking adorable!
Baby Hopper From Stranger Things
If your family is a fan of the Stranger Things series, learn how to make this DIY Hopper costume for your baby this Halloween season. It takes a few simple steps to make this costume! Not to mention, they will be stealing loads of hearts and candy!
Jon Snow Halloween Costume
This Halloween, watch your little ones transform into a fierce and noble warrior from House Stark - Jon Snow! This tutorial is so simple and easy to follow, and it'll make your King of the North march his way into hearts with a thundering roar.
Baby Cow Costume
Moo.. Halloween season is here! With this cute and simple costume for your little ones, they will milk every moment of laughter and joy with this costume. It also adds a realistic touch with an udder made of baby bottle caps!
Frozen Anna Baby Costume
Ski on ice with this cool Anna costume from Frozen! Watch your baby sparkle like frost and shine like a bright star as they bring this beloved Disney character to life. What are you waiting for? Pair this costume with the Baby Kristoff costume here!
DIY Baby Harry Potter Costume
Step into the wizarding world this Halloween season with this Harry Potter costume! You can also have matching outfits from the Harry Potter world for this Halloween season!
Handmade Teddy Bear Costume
Experience some fuzzy fun with this DIY teddy bear costume! Roam through a forest of treats and candy, spreading warm fuzzy hugs and endless laughter. It is also so simple, making it the perfect last-minute costume!
No Sew Baby Chicken Costume
Want a hassle-free costume this Halloween season? Look no further with this easy-peasy DIY, no-sew chicken costume! Cluck up some fun while gathering treats with friends and family.
Sadness From Inside Out Costume
As Inside Out 2 just got released in theaters, stay on trend this Halloween by dressing your kids in Inside Out's characters, such as Sadness! It's so easy to put on, and the whole family can be dressed up like the other cast members!
Baby Elvis Costume
Traverse your tiniest tots through a magical world of music and candy this year! Watch them cosplay the King of Rock as they serenade from house to house trick-or-treating. It also serves as a perfect last-minute craft.
Disney Maui Halloween Costume
Here's another costume for you Disney lovers! Prepare to set sail on an epic voyage as Maui this Halloween, channeling the spirit of curiosity and exploration with this costume. Watch your baby shape-shift into wherever their imagination takes them!
Halloween No-Sew Pumpkin Tutu
Here's one for the pumpkin princesses this Halloween. Watch your kid twirl and swirl in their bright orange tutu dress as they capture hearts and candies! Try it out in the simple tutorial below.
DIY Halloween Skeleton Costume
Spooky, scary skeletons... Time to unleash some spine-tingling vibes! Jump into the deep end and embrace the bone-rattling festivity of Halloween with this costume. What are you waiting for? Embrace the thrill of Halloween!
Batman Superhero Cape Costume
Is that the Bat signal? Follow this simple tutorial to make dreams a reality by transforming your kid into Batman this Halloween as they catch hearts instead of criminals! Try it out!
No-Sew Dinosaur Costume
Roar! Make a rumbling entrance and roar into Halloween with this fantastic homemade no-sew dinosaur costume. Yes, you heard it right; it requires no sewing at all! This makes it the perfect craft for parents and children to participate in!
Kids Mummy Costume
Try out this tutorial to make this effortless mummy costume. Wrap yourself in spooktacular fun as you venture on this Halloween season! Unravel a night of trick-or-treating and fun scares with this costume.
Angel & Devil Halloween Costume
A classic, timeless outfit that is a must-have in any Halloween celebration! Dress your kids up as angels and devils, and watch them choose heavenly fun or go down the path of devilish delight! It is so much fun!
Carnival Strong Man Costume
Grr! Watch your kid's muscles bulge and enlarge in the night! Grab your protein powder and protein shakes, and let your kids become the strongest in town this Halloween!
DIY 80’s Rock Halloween Costumes
Time to rock the night away! Groove back into the 80s with this simple costume for your kids to don on. Watch your kids air guitar through Halloween night with some rock and roll!
Felt Costume Cape Tutorial
Here, we have the ultimate last-minute costume idea for your little ones! It only takes a staggering 5 minutes. Yes, you heard us, five minutes. Make this for your kid, requiring no sewing.
Easy DIY Vampire Costume
Learn to make this easy DIY vampire costume for some blood-curdling screams this upcoming holiday season! Sink your teeth into a fang-tastic Halloween and watch your little ones embrace the spooky fun of the festivity.
DIY White Swan Costume
Fly gracefully into a world of magical wonder with this costume. It is easy and straightforward, and the tutorial provides clear instructions on transforming your kids into a graceful ballerina swan!
Easy Felt Feather Wing Costume
Let your creativity take flight as we soar high in creativity with this felt feather wing costume. Whether they retract or spread their wings, watch the vibrant feathers burst in various colors!
1960's Flower Child Costume
Groove back in time to the 60s with this funky flower girl costume. Embrace the peace and love emitting the flower power vibes as your kid transforms into a retro flower child this Halloween!
Halloween Birthday Cake Costume
Whether it's your birthday or Halloween, this costume is for you! It is a 2 in 1, perfect for your birthday or Halloween. Let's sweeten this Halloween season with more candies and cakes!
Western Boxtume Costume
Saddle up as we grab the reigns and take charge of Halloween on the old town roads! Transform your kid into a cowboy or cowgirl, and watch them get ready to ride into the action!
No-Sew Ghost Costume
Boo! Float into Halloween as a spooky scary ghoul with this tutorial. It has a step-by-step guide with an easy template for you to follow, and the best thing is that it is a no-sew project!
Halloween Pizza Costume
We're sure everyone loves pizza, and nothing can go wrong with it. So why not become one for Halloween? Slice up some spooky fun and become the most delectable pizza in your neighborhood!
DIY Frankenstein Costumes
Time to monster mash with other trick-o-treaters! Step into the shoes (and bolts) of this classic creature essential in any Halloween celebration. Stomp your way through the neighborhood!
Kid's Pilot Costume
Get creative with this retro pilot costume for the kids! This classic WW2 pilot outfit is so cute, chic, and totally awesome. It's pretty simple to throw on, so click the link below to learn more!
Mad Scientist Costume
Are you ready to brew up some mysterious fun and excitement? If you are, this tutorial is perfect for you! Watch yourself turn into a mad scientist with funky experiments as you trick-or-treat!
Jasmine On Magic Carpet Costume
Time to soar through the skies on your magical carpet as you collect candy through the neighborhood! Get ready to enter a mystical world with this costume as you embrace the Aladdin vibes!
DIY Bubble Tea Boba Costume
Who remembered the bubble tea craze a few years ago? Shops were popping up left and right. Let's return the bubble tea craze with this cute and funny Halloween costume.
Hot Dog Costume
Whether you rock this matching costume in a trio or go solo, we guarantee smiles everywhere! It is a fun activity to bond over and have matching costumes this Halloween! Get ready for some messy fun!
Two Mean Girls Halloween Costume
It's time to hop on some fun with these Mean Girls costumes for Halloween. Whether you choose to channel your inner Regina, Karen, or Gretchen, you will have one heck of a time. So fetch!
Paper Roll Doll Costume
With this tutorial, let's practice recycling and create a fantastic costume from scratch. It is also an excellent opportunity to impart the benefits of recycling to the younger generation. Give it a go!
Little Edie Beale Costume
Get ready to rewind in time with this Edie Beale costume. Embrace the charm of vintage fashion being fabulously retro. This costume is guaranteed to show off a timeless look no matter the generation of fashion!
Jennifer's Body Costume Ideas
If you love all of Jennifer Check's outfits, this one is just for you! It's so simple yet gorey at the same time. Whether you wear her bloody prom dress or cheerleader outfit, pick your favorites in this YouTube video.
Lovecore Clown Outfit
Challenge yourself with this adorable Lovecore Clown Outfit! It's a DIY sewing project requiring attention to detail, but it's still simple to assemble. Try it out in the tutorial below to make this costume.
Mad Hatter Costume
We love carnival-themed adult Halloween costumes so much that we must include this one! Isn't it creative? Though it's on the challenging side, it's still an epic Mad Hatter costume to put on for Halloween.
DIY Cupcake Costume
Time to sweeten up the festivity! Go from house to house, asking for candy while tasting sweet like one! Make the highlight of Halloween the icing on your cupcake as memories are etched.
Nintendo Switch Costume For Couples
One fantastic thing about this craft is that you can wear it solo or match it with a friend or a significant other! Level up this Halloween like a video game, pressing buttons and smashing quests!
DIY Cruella Costume
Here's another Disney costume for Halloween! Prepare to enter a glamorous spotlight as Disney's feared villain as you reign terror and mischief! Time to unleash your inner fashionista!
Soda Bottles Costume
Pop into some sparkly, fizzy fun with this costume. You can choose to go solo or find friends to match with; it is your choice! Fizz up the night with treats and laughter!
Barbiecore Costume Ideas
Calling all the Barbie lovers in the house! It's time to live your dollhouse fantasies out with these costumes as you go down the boulevard. Plus points if you can find someone to match as Ken with you!
Vintage Clown Costume
Who said clowns are creepy and scary all the time? Learn to make this vintage clown that brings smiles and laughter instead of fear! What are you waiting for?
Pearl And Shell Costume
Here is another eazy breezy costume! Float along the coastline as you wear this cute Halloween costume! Learn to make this gorgeous DIY Halloween costume by clicking the link below!
Super Last Minute Scarecrow Costume
Yet another staple in any Halloween festivity! It's time to bring some harvest charm as you embrace the eerie spirit of Halloween. It is also super duper easy to make for a last-minute idea.
Ball Of Yarn Costume
We just had to include this one because we love crocheting! It's effortless to make, so why not show everyone in the neighborhood your love for crocheting or knitting as you don this costume?
Cher From Clueless Costume
Dressing up as Cher for Halloween has got to be the icing on the cake! Be a fashionista for this upcoming holiday season by following this simple tutorial to stand out. Ugh, as if!
Mother Daughter Mermaid Costume
Polish up the streets with your gleaming, colorful costume. Show off the vibrant hues and glittering fun as you sparkle from house to house trick-or-treating!
Rag Doll Halloween Costumes
Here's another cute and adorable mother-and-daughter costume you can try with your little girl! DIY these simple yet unique rag doll costumes made from simple craft items.
DIY Flapper Costume
If you are like us and love flapper dresses, this costume is for you! Spice up the costume competition and show your friends and family the heat when designing your costume!
House Plant Costume
Become a cute little houseplant with this tutorial! Learn how to bring some life and brightness to the dead of night this Halloween by becoming an adorable boxtume! Try it out!
No-Sew Pac-Man Costume
Munch your way through all the candy and treats this Halloween. Get ready to embrace the retro arcade fun embodied in this Pac-Man costume! It's time to level up your fun this Halloween.
Spirit Halloween Costume
Get inspired to make yourself a purr-fectly sneaky feline costume or an elegant mime by acquiring some props from your local store. It's so easy to put together, and you'll definitely be the talk of the town.
Barbie-In-A-Box Costume
Unleash your inner Barbie within you with this costume! Become a pretty doll with your friends and family, making any street your catwalk! Plus points if you can find your Ken!
Rosie, The Riveter Costume
Learn to make this DIY Rosie the Riveter costume! Embrace strength and courage as you embody the true symbol of femininity. Rock the classic bandana and denim look.
Vincent Van Gogh Costume
Are you ready to paint your way through Halloween? Look no further as we provide you with the perfect artist costume that is affordable and looks so good! Transform into the legend himself, Vincent Van Gogh!
DIY Joker Costume
Act like the Joker this Halloween! Bring out your alter ego with this tutorial. Plus points if you can find a partner to dress up as Batman to fight crime with this Halloween season!
Monsters Cereal Costume
Oh boy, do we love this costume! You can find partners to dress up together as some cereal, bringing a sweet aroma to any house parties or gatherings. Try this one out with your friends and families!
The Little Mermaid Family Costume
Be the best-dressed family this Halloween by trying out this costume idea! Though it isn't a tutorial, you can easily purchase the costumes online and DIY your trident and props from scratch.
Beetlejuice Family Costumes
Step back in time with this Family Beetlejuice costume and shake things up! Wear the retro vintage look charmingly as you serve up friendly vibes. Let's grab that frizzy hair in check and put a smile on it as you serve some looks!
Star Wars Halloween Costumes
May the Force be with you, young padawan! This tutorial ensures that everyone in the family does not miss out on the Halloween fun and embraces interstellar joy! Let's get crafting!
DIY Family Loki Costumes
With this tutorial, let's make fairy tales and dreams a reality this Halloween. Everyone in the family can join in on the fun as you enter a cinematic universe of Marvel characters.
Wreck-It Ralph Costumes
Time to wreck and destroy the competition with your family! Whether you are smashing obstacles or teaming up with Vanellope for sweets, your family will surely put a smile on everyone's face!
DIY Gardener Family Costumes
Plant some seeds to sprout into flourishing Halloween fun! Let the green thumb spirit embody you as you tend to pumpkin patches or sprinkle special magical seeds.
Peter Pan and The Lost Boys Costumes
Soar into Halloween with Peter Pan and The Lost Boys costumes! Embark on a journey to Neverland filled with pirates, fairy dust, and loads of candy! Remember to sprinkle some pixie dust and spread laughter along the way!
80s Rock Band Costumes
The 80s has got to be one of the best eras for music, so why not relive it again? Jump back in time and jam out with your family. Spread electrical energy and vibes as neon lights flash left, right, and center!
Alice in Wonderland Family Costumes
Fall into the mystical rabbit hole, leading you to more Halloween fun with Alice and her friends! Prepare to explore a world of curiosity and magic while chasing the White Rabbit and have wild adventures with the Mad Hatter!
Woody Hazel and Little Pip Costumes
Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' hootin' Halloween with friends and family. Let the Wild West charm run free when you wear these costumes and trick-or-treat around the neighborhood!
DIY Space Family Costumes
This has got to be, by far, our favorite family costume on this list! Isn't it creative? Learn how to handmake these easy DIY alien costumes from outer space this Halloween. Meep morp!
Harry Potter Family Costumes
Last but not least, if you loved the Harry Potter series like we did, relive those moments from the film again! Be the chosen one flying on your broom, or become Hermione, the brightest witch. The choice is yours!