With days getting colder, days shorter and leaves changing color, you know what that really means. Halloween is just around the corner and the perfect opportunity for a fun-filled day with your family. A cohesive family Halloween theme is the perfect way to basically win the game that is Halloween.
Costumes don’t always have to be scary and it’s the perfect way to use your imagination and show off to others that you guys think outside of the box. We have compiled together quite a few traditional and unique halloween costume ideas for you to either draw inspiration from or copy. It’s the perfect time to begin your Halloween costume shopping before all the sizes and options wear thin.
The Addams Family
One of the most iconic, creepy, cool and odd families that we all know and adore to watch over and over again. It’s the perfect family concoction that is easy to replicate but also every so spooky. You have a wide range of characters to choose from, such as Uncle Fester, Morticia or Wednesday. Why not take it an extra mile and get into character? Why not? It only happens once a year, and it would be fun to act like the oddest family around.
The Incredibles
If you are a fan of popular Disney movies, then families of 5 or even 4 have surely thought about doing ‘The Incredibles’ a fun costume that yet again is easy to mimic and buy all-in-one costumes for the whole family online. Get your little gang together, even if you have a toddler or baby that could take the role of Jack-Jack.
Tomb Raider
A great one that can be used with most of the clothes you and the family might already have but make it more army and fun. Whether it’s distressed cargo pants or shorts and rubbing some black makeup on them to get that worn look, it’s a great way to not get everyone stuck with creating their customers; it’s also very cost-effective and fun. Splash out on some novelty gun holsters and guns for the full fantasy.
Ghost Busters
When there is something strange in the neighbourhood, who are you going to call? Ghostbusters! The perfect 80’s film remark: if you haven’t shown your kids this amazing film, then it’s a must during your next film night. Dress yourselves head to toe in beige boiler suits with inflatable proton packs. You can find these costumes just as easily online as you would do with ‘The Incredibles’ outfits.
Skeletons
Another spooky yet classic Halloween costume is, of course, the skeleton costume, couldn’t get any more dead than that! But there are so many fun ways you can spice it up, such as face and body paint, glitter and even a tutu for the little ones. It’s another easy choice to go with this Halloween but find new and exciting ways to jazz this choice up.
Gotham City
Never every family costume has to be a family unit or a friendly unit in that sense. Gotham City, you have so many interesting characters that have a whole feud. Batman and the Joker, are enemies and it might be fun to have the family dressed up in characters that aren’t particularly the best of friends.
You can find some of these costumes easily online or create them out of clothes you already have or find in stores such as Harley Quinn. While you might need to buy the jacket, everything else you might already have or can buy from a charity shop.
Victorian Circus
This is a rather unique one that you won’t see other families doing and it’s rather one that I enjoy very much. If you have seen the film ‘The Greatest Showman,’ take that inspiration from those odd characters in the film and run with it. From a gypsy woman to strongest man and trapeze artist, it’s a great way to do something different but also extremely fun that everyone would appreciate.
Historical Figures
Another family costume idea that you might not see among other family customers is definitely historical figures. Because there are so many to choose from, the likelihood you are matching with someone is slimmer than if you all went with animals. Whether you pick Marie Antoinette or Henry VIII, you have so many options that it would be such a fun costume to create and deliver.
Video Game Characters
Yet another unique choice that is great fun if members of the family are gamers. With the rise of the digital age, there are bound to be some characters that everyone likes. While it’s again another great way to get creative with your outfits, you can pick characters that it’s also very easy to buy online, such as Mario or Luigi.
Ingredients
If you have ever seen Angus thongs and perfect snogging, then you must know the iconic starting scene when Georgia is dressed as an olive. This is a fun and ironic route to go down if you want to dress as a household item. A fun, campy and creative way to do something that not many people think about.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to alternative, traditional a,nd just creative family costume ideas, the world is truly your oyster. Halloween is such a fun time of year and gets everyone involved in the best fun. Be sure to start building your costumes up now!