As the spooky season creeps upon us, the pressure to find a unique, cute and easy Halloween costume can be intimidating. Unless you are particularly creative or proactive and have your costume planned, here are 10 ideas that are fun and easy to use whilst still being able to stand out.
Costume Ideas for Singles
- Disney Princesses
This is a classic, girl-world costume and can be perfect for groups as well. Some may say this is overdone, but I believe that it is classic and there are so many ways to make it unique and tailor it to your personality. You could go the simple route with a colored slip dress and tiara or you could do a colored corset top with a mini skirt. There are so many different princesses you can choose and so many ways to make yours stand out. Accessories are also a big addition, think; tiara, wands, wings, purses etc.
- Greek Gods and Godesses (repurposing senior toga)
Calling all the seniors! With toga day just a few weeks back, I am sure you still have your bedsheet/shirt. This makes for a simple yet cute Halloween costume. You could add more accessories than toga day. For example: lots of gold and glitter as you channel your inner ancient Roman. Amazon has lots of cute accessories if you choose to go this route.
- Dorothy (group option – all Wizard of Oz)
If you want to guarantee a unique costume, a character from any musical is the perfect way to go. In my opinion, the Wizard of Oz has many cute options for costume inspiration. It also works perfectly for group costumes. Bonus points if you have a small black dog!
- Smurf/Smurfette
If makeup is your specialty, being a cute Smurfette with blue makeup or face paint is sure to leave people speechless. There are many ways you can create this costume. A blue mini dress or a blue corset would be perfect. If you are looking for a quick costume, any all-blue outfit would be perfect. Accessories could include a red hat or white boots.
- Fairy
This is perfect for a single costume but could also work for a group. Just grab a cute pastel-colored outfit and some wings, and viola, you have a super simple costume. As for accessories, the possibilities are endless: wings, glitter, a wand, a tutu, etc. Channel your inner Tinker Bell and put on your wings!
If you are sharing this Halloween with someone special, here are five ideas to spark your imagination:
Costume Ideas for Couples:
- Ratatouille (Remy and Linguine)
Any duo in a Disney movie is a great costume for this Halloween. Do not let being a rat for Halloween scare you because there are so many cute ways to make it work. Whether that is with a cute gray mini dress or any “groutfit” (all gray outfit), either would be cute. As for accessories, cute mouse ears and a chef hat would be perfect. For the guys, just finding an apron and maybe a wooden spoon to accessorize.
- Captain/Sailor and Mermaid
You can never go wrong with this iconic costume. Throw on any aquamarine colored clothes and add scales on your face. Include a seashell necklace and it becomes a super simple mermaid. If you are feeling adventurous, a mermaid tail from amazon would complete the outfit. As for the sailor, any blue and white strips work and possibly a captains hat for an accessory.
- Subway Surfers (Trixie and Jake)
If the goal is to be original and have a niche costume, this is the one for you. This iconic game will have everybody loving this duo. Both outfits are simple: baggy jeans and white top. For accessories, a red trucker hat or beanie would enhance the outfit. If skateboarding is your thing, this is the perfect opportunity to bring it along while you trick-or-treat.
- Statue of Liberty and NYC tourist
This is an adorable costume which can be easily put together. As for the Statue of Liberty, a green dress with a crown makes this costume simple. Being a NYC tourist is even easier. Just wear an “I (heart) NY” tee and possibly have a camera as an accessory.
- Cheetah (any safari animal) and Safari guide
Cheetah print and all animal print in general is all the rage right now. So what better way to hop on the trend, than to be a cheetah for Halloween. Being a cheetah is pretty self explanatory. However, you can accessorize with ears and fun makeup. The idea of a safari guide would be to dress head to toe in cargo with a safari hat. Even better, add a camera to enhance the look.
Halloween is the perfect way to let your creativity shine. Whether you decide to go the simple route or something more intricate, the possibilities are endless and I hope that this article could inspire you. So gather your materials, get inspired and have a spooky Halloween with your friends.
