Some years you want your costume to be one in a million, not one OF a million.
This years’ top ten costumes by Google search are:
- Fortnite
- Spider-Man
- Unicorn
- Dinosaur
- Witch
- Harley Quinn
- Superhero
- Pirate
- Rabbit
- Princess
One way to make your costume unique is to pair up with someone! Don’t have a significant other? That’s what BFF’s are for. Here are some couple costume ideas that are sure to not have you seeing double at a party. Grab your partner and suit up in one of these great ideas!
1) Cruella De Vil and Horace
Can never go wrong with a Disney classic! And what’s great about this Disney duo is that it’s not a common one! You can probably find a Cruella costume in stores, but Horace will be a DIY project. You can get this look from a tutorial done by Your Homebased Mom.
Your run of the mill Cruella costume is about $40 on Amazon.
2) Phil and Lil
This is a great costume because it’s one that works whether your a couple or not! This costume is bound to not be seen at your party since it’s a blast from the past. Your young ones might not know what you are but every Gen X and millenial will. Grab your brother, boyfriend, or best friend for this cost effective costume you can build at home.
Here is what you’ll need:
Blue tank dress $13
Frill socks $ 5-10
Use felt from any craft store or Walmart for the duck. $5
Use white duct tape for the name labels or go without them!
3) Bob and Linda
This one is incredibly easy to do because you likely already own some of the gear you’ll need. Not only is it easy but it’s unlikely you’ll run into another Bob and Linda that night. You probably already each own some jeans and comfortable shoes that will work with the outfit. Assuming your guy owns a plain white undershirt of sorts, that only leaves a couple items to pick up to complete the look.
Red shirt: $7
Red glasses: $10
Apron 2 pack: $10
4) Bob Ross and a Happy Little Tree
This one is possibly a little more effort than the previous ones but definitely a unique one! Bob Ross is iconic and so are his “happy little trees.” Turn these famous moment into a costume and enjoy all the conversations it will start at the party you’re attending.
4 pieces of felt: $5 at a susperstore.
Sewing machine: A friend or your mother may have one! No luck? A Sewing kit to stitch by hand runs about $7 at most convenience stores.
Sharpie marker: Time to check the junk drawer at home or borrow one from work!
One fall branch limb from Hobby Lobby or any craft store: (It was all 40% off this week.) Or check out some on Amazon.
Cardboard: Check your recycling… or your neighbors!
Paint/ nail polish/ paint pens: You probably have this at home!
Paint brush: $2
Jeans, blue button down, brown belt: Your guy may already have these items so give it a check first to save money! Surely he owns jeans and a belt!)
Get the tutorial thanks to C.R.A.F.T
5) Patti Mayonnaise and Doug Funny
This couple is famous for 90’s babies. You might have to explain this one to the kiddos but it’s perfect for any adult party. Since they aren’t THE famous 90’s couple, you won’t see duplicates of this one. This is another easy to DIY costume that is probably cheaper than a bag costume from the store and most of these things you could wear again! Here is what you need:
Yellow wig: $6
Light blue top: Make sure this isn’t already in your closet! $7
Blue skirt: $14
Pink felt: $5 (make sure you have a glue gun or some way to attach it to the shirt)
khaki shorts: Likely in your guy’s closet. If not, it’s worth investing in a real pair of these!
Match with your shoe of choice and maybe some frill socks for Patti!
6) Sarah and Winifred Sanderson
The infamous Sanderson sisters! Everyone LOVES the iconic Halloween film, Hocus Pocus. But everyone assumes because it’s so iconic that maybe they shouldn’t dress up as these witches for Halloween. WRONG! I’ve literally never seen this done by more than one person a year. This one would be much harder to DIY and is worth going bag-costume for.
They run about $50 a piece depending on where you go.
Click HERE for Sarah Sanderson
Click HERE for Winifred Sanderson
7) Katy Perry and Left Shark
The moment from the Super Bowl ended up being famous. Enough time has passed that it’s not a go-to costume for people, however party goers will recognize the look! This is a combination of DIY and just buying it.
The shark costume: Official left shark: $70
OR
Shark onsie: $30
White dress: $12
Multi color either buy fabric or felt: Price will vary depending on how you decide to purchase this. Since it’s such a small amount, we suggest hitting an actual craft store where they can measure it out and charge you appropriately rather than buying in bulk online.
8) Flo and Jake from State Farm
THIS ONE IS SO SIMPLE! Most of the costume you already own! This iconic insurance couple costume is not only comfy, but it’s unlikely people will have to ask who you are.
Red polo shirt: $15
Khaki pants: Closet or invest in a real pair. They are worth owning.
Name tags: $4
White Polo for women: $10
White pants: $20
White apron: $10 (Then use a sharpie or stensil +paint to write “Progressive” on it)
Flo’s says “I <3 Insurance” simply fill the empty button (purchase link above) with a drawing of whatever you want it to say.
9) Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin
We love the idea of this costume for your soon-to-be momma’s out there! But hoenstly, it works whether you’re an expecting mother or not! Not only is this costume fun and original, it’s also once again, incredibly easy to create! Here is what you need.
Yellow dress: $13
Red Crop: $13
Ears: $5-10
Yellow polo: $10
Blue shorts: Check the closet first! $25
Get your man to bust out those ankle rise white socks and his darkest pair of shoes to match.
10) Juno and Paulie Bleeker
Iconic. This one is pretty much exclusively for the almost-mommas out there. Because the odds of multiple people being pregnant at the Halloween party you’re attending are slim, you probably won’t run into clashing with someone by doing this costume! Here is what you’ll need:
High socks with yellow stripe: $10
Sweat bands: $5
(Hot pocket not included)
Striped shirt: $10
Skater skirt: $14
Your favorite jeans: Closet check
Jacket of choice: Closet Check
11) Calvin and Hobbes
This iconic duo is great for a pair of friends to do together or for a couple. We love this costume because there are a couple ways to tackle it. You can get creative with Hobbes or keep it simple. If you plan to keep it simple, here is what you need:
Tiger onesie: $20
Black or dark colored pants: Closet check! Or invest in a real pair you might wear again! Or cheapy – $17
Orange/yellow wash out hair dye for non-blondes: $5
12) Fred and Wilma Flinstone
A classic couple! This costume could even be expanded to the whole family or you can get another couple involved to feature more character from Bedrock! The Flinstones might be too old for younger kids to recognize but anyone attending a Halloween will quickly recognize this duo. It’s unlikely you’ll run into another one of these. To throw this costume together you can buy it in a bag or DIY it. To make ti at home, you’ll need:
It’s honestly more cheap to just buy a Fred costume: $17
13) Dexter and Dee Dee
Great for couples, friends, and anything in between. This brother-sister duo should be easily recognized by 90’s babies. It’s a costume easy to make at home and fun to add personal flavor to. Here is a general idea of what you’ll need and their price point.
Pink dress: $14
White tights: $10
Pink flats: $8 Check the closet, heels work great with this costume too1
White lab coat: $10
Orange dye: $7
14) Blues Brothers
Need a costume last minute? Grab a friend also scrambling and be the Blues Brothers! You probably already have a suit so all you two guys needs is a pair of matching black sunglasses which luckily won’t be out of stock this time of year! Easy, iconic, but you’ll be seeing double for sure… since there is two of you.
15) Cosmo and Wanda
And finally, Cosmo and Wanda. This will resonate well with kids that grew up on Nickelodeon! The best part about this costume is it’s simplicity. Here is what you need!
Green dye: $10
Pink dye: $8
White shirt: Check the closet, boys! White button up is what you’re looking for! Maybe invest in a real one if you don’t already own one! $20
Black tie: $5
Black pants for both: Check your closet! Ladies, leggins work wonders for this outfit. Men, black suit pants work just fine if you no longer own black jeans from your skater days!
Get creative and make your own wants or crowns!! Simply purchase a headband and glue a cardboard crown on top!
