In case you need an excuse to show off your adorable new baby to everyone in the neighborhood, there’s no shortage of baby costumes to choose from for your child’s first Halloween, but why should they have all the fun?
Get the whole family in on the trick-or-treating action with one of these fun family costume ideas and get ready to dig for candy.
No doubt your sidewalks will be filled with princesses, villains, witches and wizards on October 31st, but what about references to your favorite classic movies? Sure, your toddler may have no idea who Inigo Montoya is, but sometimes the best family Halloween costume is the one only the parents understand, anyway.
If scary monsters aren’t really your family’s thing, dress up as Boo and the crew from Monsters Inc. is the perfect alternative. Prove to the world that Mike and Sully aren’t the only ones who can make the perfect human skin with a few things around the house by DIYing your costumes, or check out Spirit or Amazon if you’d rather let someone else to do the handwork.
Dressing your family in a Alice In Wonderland The theme can be created by combining some items that are probably already hanging in your closet. And really, isn’t this the perfect way to remind the whole world that your little cutie is the Queen of your Heart?
For a look that’s completely out of this world, outfit your crew in alien and astronaut costumes. You’ll probably need to buy most of the clothes and accessories, but I have a feeling the space suits and martian wear will stay in heavy rotation year-round in the dress up box.
Channel your inner self Jungle Cruise skipper with some head to toe khaki and whatever adorable animal costume your child decides they want to wear this week. The good news about babies is that they won’t change their mind about their outfit on your way out the door, so even if all you do is throw on a pair of ears, you’re good to go.
Ex-squeeze me, but how clever is this little condiment getup? I don’t know about you, but in my books, a hotdog isn’t just a hotdog without ketchup. and mustard, and this outfit proves it.
What decade were you born in, dressing up as Woody and the whole gang Toy Story is a guaranteed crowd pleaser.
If your baby is blessed with sweet little rolls that remind you of the Stay-Puft Marshmallow man, why not lean on that for inspiration and dress up Ghostbusters costume themed?
For a costume idea that isn’t too expensive and isn’t too difficult to put together yourself, a Goldilocks and the Three Bears the theme is just right. All you need for mama, papa and baby bear are some brown onesies and ears, and you can let your little Goldilocks choose any outfit their little toddler heart desires.
This beekeeper/baby bumblebee getup is as sweet as honey and will have everyone in your neighborhood buzzing. Plus, these bee baby Halloween costumes look like they’ll keep your kids warm and cozy, meaning you can (hopefully) enjoy a longer night of fun before they start to feel uncomfortable or hot. anyone’s feeling.
All you need for a Mario and Luigi-inspired DIY costume is a green or red shirt and cap, some suspenders and gloves. When mum and dad are ready to cruise down Rainbow Road, the sky’s the limit for dressing up the rest of the gang – when you’ve got Princess Peach, Yoshi, Toad and more to choose from, it’s a costume that you can visit again year after year.
If you’re a millennial parent, there’s a better than good chance you grew up watching Tommy, Chuckie, Angelica and their toddler squad go bad on Nickelodeon’s Rugrats. For an easy DIY that requires no sewing, grab a t-shirt, some felt, and some hot glue to recreate the outfits of your favorite Rugrats, and go to town with a matching hairstyle (or lack thereof you create Tommy Pickles ).
If simplicity is the name of your costume game, dressing your family as a trio of thieves is money in the bank. To be a convincing thief, wear dark clothes, get some fake money, and put a big ol’ dollar sign on the bag of your choice and you’re good to go!
The spaghetti scene from The Woman and the Tramp is truly timeless, and this adorable costume is sure to go down in history too (at least in your neighborhood, anyway). Transforming your baby into a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs only requires some yarn, styrofoam balls, spray paint and glue. If you’re looking for a tutorial, there are tons online!
Dressing up like a Disney princess doesn’t have to be a beast if you have a little imagination on your side. Find color inspiration in your closet to recreate the look of your favorite characters, and let markers, craft paper and glue bring the rest of your costume to life.
There’s something more fun (and cost-effective) about an outfit that captures the essence of what you’re going for without taking things too literally. A nametag and a sleep mask are the perfect accessories to go with your existing under-eye circles if you’re petite. Snow White turned you into a live action remake of Grumpy and Sleepy.
You can get a Unbelievable ones Amazon’s costume off for every member of your family (even your dog!) for a pretty decent price. As an added bonus, you won’t have to worry about ghosts trying to steal your stash of candy when you’re walking around with a full-on superhero squad.
Calling all DIY masters – this robot family costume isn’t for the faint of heart, but it’s worth it when you’re done. Check out all the instructions to bring this colorful robo fam to life.
I wish lion if I said I didn’t absolutely love this family of jungle cats for a Halloween costume. If you’re up for a crochet, you can totally make baby lion costumes yourself or find one on Etsy.
I hope you find a puppy as cute as the one in the picture because I don’t think the costume is complete without it.
To Summarize Family Halloween Costumes
Halloween is a fun time of year to show off your creativity, and dressing up your whole family in a coordinating costume can be both hilarious and a ton of fun.
Whether you want to try your hand at making your own costume or prefer to buy what you need, there are lots of fun ideas for dressing everyone in the family in an unforgettable getup, including your baby.
Are you planning a family costume for this October 31st? I’d love to see what you think in the comments!
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