{"id":9947,"date":"2017-10-10T20:33:13","date_gmt":"2017-10-10T20:33:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodshop.com\/blog\/?p=9947"},"modified":"2021-04-18T10:22:36","modified_gmt":"2021-04-18T10:22:36","slug":"2017s-hottest-halloween-costume-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.goodsearchcorp.com\/2017s-hottest-halloween-costume-trends\/","title":{"rendered":"2017’s Hottest Halloween Costume Trends"},"content":{"rendered":"

By the time October 1 hits, many already have an idea of what they\u2019ll be dressing up as for Halloween. From family-friendly group looks to pop culture references for your office costume contest, we\u2019ve got some ideas to help you show off your style. <\/span><\/p>\n

And, while Americans will <\/span>spend upward of $9 billion on Halloween<\/span><\/a> this year, the popular ideas we share below quickly become affordable with some DIY and <\/span>shopping hacks<\/span><\/a> to help you save.<\/span><\/p>\n

Top Costume Ideas for Kids<\/b><\/h2>\n

First up, let\u2019s look at some kid-friendly costumes. Once you\u2019ve figured out what the kiddos will wear, you can focus on your own costume.<\/span><\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot of superhero inspiration to choose from, including Wonder Woman, Spider Man and even Power Rangers. Don\u2019t forget you can <\/span>easily DIY a Lego Batman costume<\/span><\/a> as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

While it\u2019s easy to throw an a T-shirt emblazoned with the symbol of your child\u2019s favorite hero and matching pants (or tutu), you can <\/span>find affordable licensed costumes online from a place like Costume Box<\/span><\/a> to help them really get in character.<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, if your kid is more into fairy tales, you might consider a Moana-themed look, which is still a popular Halloween costume this year, or a character from the live-action Beauty and the Beast. You can also go classic with a Star Wars theme, which is typically another easy DIY. And as the franchise grows you\u2019ll have even more characters to choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best Family-Friendly Group Costumes<\/b><\/h2>\n

Many of the kids Halloween costume ideas can easily apply to the whole family, especially when you get into teams of superheroes. For example, with the new Justice League movie coming out this year, it\u2019s easy to find a look for each member of the family.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also look to TV shows for inspiration, and, depending on the age of your kids, you could easily pull off a \u201cStranger Things\u201d theme (although we suggest going DIY by looking through thrift stores for the \u201880s-style \u00a0looks, getting a box of eggos, and using battery-operated Christmas lights).<\/span><\/p>\n

Depending on the size of your brood, you can go classic with costumes that are based on famous movies like \u201cAlice in Wonderland,\u201d \u201cBeetlejuice,\u201d \u201cGhostbusters,\u201d and \u201cJurassic Park\u201d (the kids in the role of the dinos). Of course, <\/span>Disney is always a great muse for costumes<\/span><\/a> with its almost endless supply of television and movie characters.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our Favorite Costumes for Couples<\/b><\/h2>\n

Since \u201cWonder Woman\u201d was the top grossing film of the summer, it makes sense that many Halloween costume<\/a> would be based on the franchise. As a couple, you could base your look off the movie as Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor (or Dr. Poison). Wonder Woman was also paired with many of the other heroes in the comic books, including Superman, Batman, and even Aquaman. <\/span><\/p>\n

Taking another page from pop culture, you could choose your outfit from popular TV shows including \u201cGame of Thrones,\u201d \u201cHouse of Cards,\u201d \u201cWestworld,\u201d and \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d — just don’t forget to <\/span>use a HalloweenCostumes.com coupon code<\/span><\/a> when you buy your costume.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, if you\u2019re looking for something less common, you could DIY a look, pulling inspiration from things that classically just go well together like peanut butter and jelly, soap and a loofah, Bob Ross and a happy tree. Just remember to keep it simple so you don\u2019t blow your budget at the craft store on the pieces of your custom-made Halloween costumes.<\/span><\/p>\n

No Group? No Problem — Fun Solo Halloween Looks<\/b><\/h2>\n

While many of the ideas on this list can stand alone, like Wonder Woman, you can likely let your personality shine more with an individual costume. From pop culture, politics, musicians, and your favorite books, television, and movies, rocking a solo Halloween costume means you won\u2019t have to compromise on your costume concept. <\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you pull from the books, the classic movie, or the recent reboot, \u201cIt\u201d remains a great source for creepy costume ideas. \u201cAmerican Horror Story\u201d and \u201cThe Walking Dead\u201d both boast many scary looks you can wear for Halloween.<\/span><\/p>\n

For those looking to make more of a statement, there will be no shortage of MAGA and Trump paraphernalia for either side of the aisle. <\/span><\/p>\n

Another popular trend for individuals is <\/span>piggyback or inflatable costumes<\/span><\/a> — just be sure to <\/span>take some videos of yourself<\/span><\/a> if you plan to dress like a dinosaur.<\/span><\/p>\n

Costumes Shouldn\u2019t Break the Bank<\/b><\/h2>\n

Halloween comes but once a year. While you\u2019ll want to make the most of it, you won\u2019t want to throw your budget out of whack for a single night. <\/span><\/p>\n

Luckily, with these ideas, and <\/span>savings through Goodshop<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll be able to compete in any costume contest and have the cash left over the the November 1 candy sales. Happy haunting!<\/span><\/p>\n

Guest Post by Lauren Keys<\/span><\/p>\n

Lauren Keys is editor-in-chief at DealCrunch.com, an online publication that highlights the retail industry\u2019s movers and shakers, up-and-coming startups, influencers, business solutions, and more. With deep dives into brands and trends, DealCrunch keeps readers informed of relevant retail industry and shopping news.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By the time October 1 hits, many already have an idea of what they\u2019ll be dressing up as for Halloween. From family-friendly group looks to pop culture references for your office costume contest, we\u2019ve got some ideas to help you show off your style. And, while Americans will spend upward of $9 billion on Halloween […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":30,"featured_media":10662,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[26],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n