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16 February 2024 | Posted in:  Halloween |

Top 5 Costume Categories For Kids

It's that time of year again! Time to start thinking about what your little ones are going to dress up as for Halloween. When it comes to Halloween, there are two types of kids: those who can't wait to pick out the perfect costume, and those who would rather not bother. For the latter group, coming up with a costume idea can be a real headache. 

If you're stuck for Halloween kids’ costume ideas, never fear! Below is a list of the top 5 Halloween costume categories for kids this year. Read on for inspiration!

Superheroes 

Is your daughter or son begging you for a superhero costume? You're in luck! Superheroes are always popular when it comes to Halloween costumes for kids, so there are plenty of options to choose from. Whether they want to dress up as Batman, Spider-Man, Superman, or any other superhero, you'll be able to find the perfect kid’s Halloween costume. 

Batman

Batman is always a popular superhero choice! Give your kid bat wings with this realistic Batman costume.

Spiderman 

Pretending to be Spiderman will have your little one saving the city in no time. 

Superman  

Superman stands for all that is good and true, let your kid flex their superpowers in this Superman costume.

Spooky stuff 

Some kids love horror. If your child is looking for something a bit on the creepier, spookier side, consider one of these scary costume ideas.

Michael Myers 

For a classic horror movie look, dress your child as Michael Myers from "Halloween." Start with a white mask and add some fake blood around the eyes. Then, put them in a black jumpsuit and add a knife or other weapon. For an extra touch, add some scary face paint.

Jack and Sally

What's this? You can't pass up a rewatch of A Nightmare before Christmas for Halloween night and what better way to sing along and trick or treat than to dress up as Jack Skellington and Sally Finkelstein for the occasion!

Zombie Cheerleader

If you're looking for something a little less traditional, consider dressing your child as a zombie cheerleader! It’s sure to shock and awe! 

Kids Headless Halloween Costume

This kids headless Halloween costume is sure to turn heads, so to speak. Give your kid the gift of being the spookiest one on the block! 

Animals 

Dressing up as an animal is always a popular choice for kids' Halloween costumes! Some popular animal choices include bunnies, cats, dogs, dinosaurs, and tigers. Whatever animal your child chooses, they're sure to have a blast wearing their costume. 

Cute animals 

Your little one could dress up as a cute kitten or puppy, complete with whiskers and a fluffy tail. Or, if you're looking for something a bit more unique, how about a friendly cow or sheep? This  iddy biddy bat costume is giving us all of the feels too! 

Ferocious animals 

Let your kid wear their scariest animal costume and roar and gnash their way through Halloween! We’ve got sharks, zombie bears, and tigers, oh my! 

Characters from Movies and TV Shows 

Another popular choice for kids is dressing up as their favourite character from a movie or TV show. Some current favourites include characters from Paw Patrol, Moana, Peppa Pig, and Spongebob Squarepants. 

Paw Patrol 

If your little one is a fan of Paw Patrol, there are lots of great Paw Patrol costumes that you can use to create the perfect look.

Moana 

If your little one is dreaming of becoming Moana this Halloween, there is one Moana costume that is sure to make that dream come true! 

Spongebob Squarpants 

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Your kid on Halloween! Try this warm Spongebob Squarepants costume

Wacky ideas 

There are plenty of wacky kids' costume ideas that require minimal effort but are sure to get a laugh. There are also plenty of easy Halloween DIY kids costume ideas for the last-minute costume. 

For example, simply dressing up in all black and carrying around a broomstick can make for a hilarious witch costume.  Another easy option is to put on a pair of glasses and carry around a stack of books — instant nerdy librarian! And for those who really can't be bothered, simply draping a blanket over the head and claiming to be a ghost is always a classic.

Food 

Kids love silly ideas, so how about dressing up your kid as a piece of food? They can be a hot dog head or a turkey face. If you’re into Halloween DIY kids costumes, blow up a bunch of purple or green balloons and pin them to their shirt — instant grape bunch! 

Jokes and puns

If your kid really wants to stand out from the crowd, you can even dress them up as something that takes people a minute to get, like a Star Fishing — just grab this star costume and pair it with a fishing rod. 

 

Order your kids Halloween costumes today!