Unique Halloween Costumes: Be the Only _____ at the Party [Costume Guide]

by |October 16, 2024
Categories: Costume Guides

Unique Halloween Costumes

One of the best parts about Halloween is the chance to dress up in any Halloween costume, no matter how weird. It's the one night you can be whoever (or whatever) you'd like to be. However, no number of pumpkin spice lattes, caramel apples, and piles of candy can fix most people's biggest fear: wearing the same costume as someone else. You get that weird knot in your stomach because what if someone else got the same costume as you? They couldn't...they wouldn't, but they just might. Don't worry, though—we're here to help. We've compiled a list of unique Halloween costumes so you can pick one that your fellow partygoers most likely haven't picked up.

 

 

Unique Character Costume Ideas

People love wearing character costumes from their favorite movies, TV shows, video games, and more, which increases your chances of matching someone else's costume. However, if you love deep cuts or background characters, you can find a few fun hidden gems that no one would expect to see out and about on Halloween. Of course, you know your friends and their preferences for Halloween costumes the best!

 

1. Pedro Costume

Pedro Costume

Adult Pedro Costume

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Napoleon Dynamite was an unexpected smash hit when it came out in 2004. You might see a Napoleon Dynamite costume here and there, but it's usually the "Vote for Pedro" shirt, so you have an excuse to film the Napoleon Dynamite dance. However, you see significantly fewer Pedro costumes, with his embroidered shirt and a bolo tie. What would you do as class president?

 

2. Terror Dog Costume

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Adult Terror Dog Costume

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Popular franchises like Ghostbusters are bound to have someone wearing a costume for Halloween. (Not to mention, it's a spooky movie about fighting ghosts!) However, never fear because there are still some unique costume ideas that others aren't likely to copy. For example, this terror dog costume! These demonic hellhounds appear in a couple of movies but are generally overlooked as Halloween costume ideas.

 

3. Dani Dennison Costumes

Dani Dennison Costumes

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Hocus Pocus is another popular Halloween movie, but you can still get away with wearing a Hocus Pocus costume if you're not one of the main characters. Kid sister Dani Dennison wears this unique witch costume for Halloween, which is a pretty deep cut. It's also an excellent opportunity for you to take pictures with other people dressed as the Sanderson Sisters and other Hocus Pocus characters!

 

4. Unique Pokémon Costumes

Unique Pokémon Costumes

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These days, there are over 1000 Pokémon, giving you greater opportunities to be unique while dressing as something popular. There are certain Pokémon within the original 151 that are more likely to be worn as Halloween costumes, so picking another Pokémon increases your chances of being different. There are many unique costumes for kids and adults here, so be sure to take a look and see if this costume idea appeals to you!

 

5. Captain Spaulding Costume

Captain Spaulding Costume

Adult Captain Spaulding Costume

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Horror movie costumes are incredibly popular for Halloween, but don't let that stop you from partaking in the fun! As a horror movie fan, you likely know which costumes to expect to see on Halloween and which characters are unique. Famous slashers like Michael Myers, Freddy Kreuger, and Ghostface are a dime a dozen, but someone like Captain Spaulding is a unique horror movie costume idea.

 

6. The Munsters Costumes

Munsters Costumes

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The Addams Family may be the most popular creepy and kooky family, but The Munsters also used to be a popular TV series. The Munsters are relatively obscure these days, but it's an excellent opportunity to wear unique vampire costumes or a Frankenstein's monster costume that's a little bit different. You can easily turn this into a unique family costume idea as well!

 

7. Candy Land Costumes

Candy Land Costumes

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When you depart from movie and TV characters, you're already getting into more unique territory. For example, board game costumes! Some board games even have casts of characters, such as Candy Land. Candy Land costumes would be a unique group costume option, but it still works well solo. What other board game costumes would you like to see?

 

8. Titanic Costumes

Titanic Costumes

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Movies and TV series that aren't new and don't have sequels present opportunities for finding unique Halloween costume ideas. (And no, Titanic 2 from 2010 is not a sequel!) Titanic costumes are merely one example, but there are plenty of others if you put your mind to it! These unique costumes for adults will leave people wondering why they never thought to wear them!

 

9. Breakfast at Tiffany's Pajama Costume

Breakfast at Tiffany's Pajama Costume

Breakfast at Tiffany's Pajama Costume

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Breakfast at Tiffany's may be an old Hollywood movie, but many people on a time crunch with a slinky black dress in their closet recreate Audrey Hepburn's famous outfit. If you love old movies, you can often pivot to a secondary outfit worn in the film, like this pajama costume from Breakfast at Tiffany's. Add shorts underneath if you like, and you have a unique costume for women to wear on Halloween!

 

10. Giselle Costumes

Giselle Costumes

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Did you know that you can even find unique Disney costumes? You start noticing more characters you otherwise forget about once you depart from the prominent Disney princesses and villains. For example, we have Giselle here from Enchanted, the one and only (so far) live-action Disney Princess. Unlike the Princesses who had live-action reboots, she quickly became a real-world character after leaving her animated introduction. Who are your favorite obscure Disney characters?

   

Unique Animal Costume Ideas

Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my! When people think about animal costumes, they often think of a mammal or a common favorite animal, like sharks or parrots. However, the sheer number of animal species means there are infinite possibilities to wear a unique animal costume at your next Halloween party. This is also a great opportunity if you love DIY costumes!

 

11. Axolotl Costumes

Axolotl Costumes

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If you thought that all the cute animals would be taken, think again if you're looking for unique animal costume ideas! These adorable amphibian salamanders have feathery little frills on the sides of their heads and tadpole-like tails. They also come in several color varieties, but pink is probably the most popular. (Not to mention the cutest!)

 

12. Anglerfish Costumes

Anglerfish Costumes

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Want an animal costume that's also scary for Halloween? The deep-sea anglerfish makes quite the scary animal costume! It's a unique Halloween costume for kids who love animals, not to mention adults! We can only imagine the reactions you might get if you jumped out at someone and yelled, "boo!"

 

13. Otter Costumes

Otter Costumes

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Do you want to be otterly adorable? These semi-aquatic mammals live in groups, so your entire family could wear otter costumes if they want to! These cozy jumpsuit costumes have zippers down the front, making them easy to wear and take off. The loose-fitting style also lends itself well to bundling up underneath if you expect a chilly trick-or-treating night.

 

14. Ostrich Costumes

Ostrich Costumes

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Some animals are kind of goofy-looking, but that gives them an adorable oddball charm. If you like unique, funny costumes, this tall-headed ostrich costume will make you stand out in a crowd. (Your ostrich head may even be seen above everyone else!) There's no sticking your head in the sand while wearing this hilarious ostrich costume!

 

15. Meerkat Costumes

Meerkat Costumes

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Did you even know what a meerkat was before watching The Lion King? (It's okay if you say no.) These adorable African animals like to stand watch, look out for predators, and sit adorably on their hind legs. A meerkat costume might be a good fit if you have a household of animal lovers.

 

16. Pufferfish Costume

Inflatable Pufferfish Costume

Inflatable Pufferfish Costume

Like them or hate them, inflatable costumes are here to stay. However, we'd like to argue that a pufferfish is inflatable costume perfection. They're clumsy swimmers as far as fish are concerned, so rather than swimming away, they fill their elastic stomachs with water to increase their size so they're harder to eat! (The spines also help.) Share these and other cool animal facts while wearing a pufferfish costume!

 

17. Armadillo Costume

Armadillo Costume

Adult Armadillo Costume

Have you never seen an armadillo costume before? Let's fix that for you! These armored animals are native to North and South America and are set apart by their unique banded armor. We're optimistic that you'll be the only one if you show up to a Halloween party dressed in an armadillo costume.

 

18. Stork Costume

Stork Costume

Adult Stork Costume

How did that rumor about storks delivering babies ever get started? These gangly birds manage to look awkward and graceful at the same time. This unique stork costume leans into the delivery concept with the addition of a cute uniform. What's your next destination with this silly stork costume?

 

19. Therizinosaurus Costume

Therizinosaurus Costume

Kids' Therizinosaurus Costume

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Do you have a dinosaur kid, or are you a dinosaur-loving adult? You'll be happy to know that there are more than just T-Rex and Triceratops costumes for kids and adults. We actually have loads of unique dinosaur costumes at HalloweenCostumes.com, including this kids' Therizinosaurus costume. What's your favorite dino?

 

20. Cockatiel Costume

Cockatiel Costume

Cute Cockatiel Costume

While parrot costumes can be pretty common, they're usually scarlet macaw costumes. However, there's much more to parrots than the iconic red birds! Check out this cute cockatiel costume for women. Cockatiels have yellow feathers on their heads and are relatively common as pet birds but not as Halloween costumes.

  

Unique Food Costume Ideas

Food costumes tend to be on the sillier end of the scale, with some costumes being more common while others are unique. You have your fast food hotdogs, hamburgers, fries, and candy costumes galore. Once you get past these costumes, you'll find more unique options for the family. What funky food costumes are you craving?

 

21. Onion Costume

Onion Costume

Adult Onion Costume

Do you want to be something out there—something really out there? Be an onion because who would choose an onion costume for Halloween? If you want to be extra silly, we could see pairing this with some Shrek ears. Onions have layers. Ogres have layers! You get it? We both have layers!

 

22. Morton Salt Girl Costumes

Morton Salt Girl Costumes

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There are food costumes and food mascot costumes. The Morton Salt Company famously features a girl in a yellow dress with a white umbrella on its salt packages. Introduced in 1914, the mascot underwent several revisions before settling on the icon we know today. As far as unique food costumes go, this one's a pretty deep cut.

 

23. Broccoli Costumes

Inflatable Broccoli Costumes

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Fruit costumes are plenty popular, but there's untapped potential with these inflatable broccoli costumes. They're perfect for Halloween, but we'd love to see silly parents try to get their kids excited about eating vegetables. It might work on some of us adults, too!

 

24. Butter Costume

Butter Costume

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Butter makes everything better, including Halloween costume parties! This unique costume for men and women is a stick of butter costume instead of the spreadable butter tub variety. The tunic even had printing for the measurements on the back and a butter pat hat. It doesn't get any butter than this!

 

25. Potato Costumes

Potato Costumes

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I'm a potato! It's pretty common to see potato costumes in other forms, such as fries and potato chips. However, spotting a plain potato costume in the wild is uncommon. Get costumes for you and your best spud, and have a blast at your next costume party!

 

26. Mac and Cheese Costume

Mac and Cheese Costume

Child Macaroni and Cheese Costume

Was macaroni and cheese one of your childhood comfort foods? Perhaps your own kids love to eat it now! Why not wear it instead? This unique costume for kids is all one piece, making it easy to put on and take off. The hooded shirt has attached macaroni pieces, and the bucket is built off the bottom. That's practically as easy as Easy Mac!

 

27. Box of Chocolates Costume

Box of Chocolates Costume

Adult Box of Chocolates Costume

While most candy costumes can feel overdone, a heart-shaped box of chocolates is unique! These candies are often given on Valentine's Day or when you're trying to be sweet. These tunic-style costumes simply pull on over your head and are worn over your regular clothing, making them comfy and convenient. Ironically, with this box of chocolates costume, you know exactly what you'll get.

 

28. Corn Dog Costume

Corn Dog Costume

Adult Corn Dog Costume

Hot dog costumes are a dime a dozen, but when was the last time you saw someone wearing a corn dog costume? These skewered hot dogs are coated in a thick cornmeal batter layer and deep-fried to perfection. What's your favorite corn dog topping?

 

29. Salad Costumes

Salad Costumes

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Who ever thought a salad costume could look so cute? These munchy mixed green meals combine vegetables and your favorite condiments, sometimes with other foods. You can have eggs, croutons, cheese, dressing, fruit, and other tasty items added to make your salad to your taste. While you can't necessarily customize a salad costume like this (unless you're DIY-savvy), these Halloween costumes have all the essentials to make them instantly recognizable food costumes.

 

30. Pumpkin Pie Costume

Pumpkin Pie Costume

Adult Pumpkin Pie Costume

What about a unique Halloween costume that's as easy as pie? Wearing this slice of pumpkin pie costume is a sweet way to celebrate Halloween! (And you could even hang onto it for Thanksgiving shenanigans.) As a single slice with a dollop of whipped cream on top, you can break the ice by asking about everyone's favorite slice of pie.

 

Unique Object Costume Ideas

If you want your costume to be incredibly out there, find some inanimate object or everyday item and make it your costume. You're bound to look a little silly, but we don't have the technology to create human furniture as they did in Beauty and the Beast! We'll share some of our favorites below, but there are always more costumes to find or create.

 

31. Traffic Cone Costume

Traffic Cone Costume

Adult Traffic Cone Costume

Stop other partygoers in their tracks when they see you wearing this funny traffic cone costume! If you're prone to getting lost in the crowd on Halloween, you'll be hard to miss this year. You'll shine brighter than practically every other costume between the fluorescent orange color and the reflective tape!

 

32. Vending Machine Costumes

Vending Machine Costumes

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Did we just slip back into food costumes? While you can't exactly eat a vending machine, they are full of tasty treats. These unique Halloween costumes for children and adults are bound to get some giggles. We hope you also pick up a few quarters from people who need their potato chips or other snack of choice!

 

33. Inflatable Bowling Pin Costume

Inflatable Bowling Pin Costume

Adult Inflatable Bowling Pin Costume

Inflatable costumes are always a hoot, especially if they're extra-weird. We can't get over the hilarity of this inflatable bowling pin costume! We love that your hands and face are free, so you can see well and eat snacks in this silly costume. Who wants to grab some friends or family so you can recreate a strike?

 

34. Trash Can Costume

Trash Can Costume

Kids' Trash Can Costume

No, this is not an Oscar the Grouch costume—it's just the trash can. If you have a kid who wants to be exceptionally weird, this trash can costume might be up their alley. The body of the costume is a foam-backed tunic to help it keep its shape, and it comes with a trash can lid hat. How do you think you'd style this bizarre kids' costume?

 

35. Jack-in-the-Box Costume

Jack-in-the-Box Costume

Child Jack-in-the-Box Costume

Did you know that the first jack-in-the-box was made in the 1500s? This hand-crank mechanical toy was initially only able to be afforded by the nobility before improved mechanisms and later mass production made it commercially available to the masses. Most kids these days probably play with more modern toys, but the classic jack-in-the-box is still iconic as a Halloween costume!

 

36. Flip Phone Costume

Flip Phone Costume

Adult Flip Phone Costume

Kids these days don't know what they missed! Flip phones were totally in before the modern cell phone came along. Nothing was more satisfying than ending a conversation with a flip and a snap. Texting was done letter by letter, with repeated presses on the number buttons to reach different letters. Now, you get an entire keyboard to write out your conversations! If you're feeling nostalgic, rep your favorite era of the cell phone with this convenient flip phone costume.

 

37. Hammer Costume

Hammer Costume

Adult Hammer Costume

Stop! Hammer time! Okay, so maybe this costume is the wrong kind of hammer, but it would make an excellent base for a pun MC Hammer costume. Conveniently, you hardly have to worry about sizing because this hammer costume fits like a hat or hood and simply drapes in front of your body. It's simple yet effective!

 

38. Bouquet Costume

Bouquet Costume

Adult Bouquet Costume

Flower costumes are cute, but what about being an entire bouquet? This adorable adult bouquet costume turns you into a bundle of flowers, complete with a bow! You can create your own card to go with your costume for authenticity. It's unique but certainly not weird!

 

39. Soccer Ball Costume

Soccer Ball Costume

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Soccer (or football) may be one of the biggest sports in the world, but it's not as prevalent here in America with sports like American football and baseball. It's pretty common to see football and baseball costumes at Halloween parties, but showing up wearing a soccer ball costume is a unique choice. What's your favorite sport?

 

40. Barn Costume

Barn Costume

Child Barn Costume

It's not uncommon for kids to want to wear farm animal costumes like cows and chickens, but what about an entire barn? This big red barn costume for kids is a unique idea, not to mention cute! We love how the front doors even open to show a scene with farm animals inside. Is your kid farm-obsessed enough to wear a barn costume?

 

Unique Historical Costume Ideas

Some historical costumes, such as Vikings and pirates, are common for Halloween. However, don't let that stop you from sharing your love of history! Unique costume ideas can be found in almost every category if you know where to look—sometimes, it's about finding the right niche. While broader period costumes are generally more common, historical figure costumes are less likely to be worn. Who would you dress as for Halloween?

 

41. Marie Curie Costumes

Marie Curie Costumes

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Do pioneers in science make you excited to learn more? Marie Curie had an incredible mind for science, which earned her the distinction as the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the second person to earn two Nobel Prizes. She was at the forefront of research into radioactivity and even discovered two new elements—radium and polonium. While knowing everything about her is unnecessary, you might want to have a few facts handy because you will be getting questions about your Marie Curie Halloween costume!

 

42. Rosa Parks Costumes

Rosa Parks Costumes

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Sometimes, you must be the change you want to see, but it's challenging work. However, civil rights activist Rosa Parks lived it! Often referred to as "the first lady of civil rights", Rosa Parks is best known for standing her ground during the Montgomery bus boycott. These Rosa Parks costumes are unusual for Halloween as they're more common for school history projects. But don't let anyone stop you if you want to dress up in honor of Rosa Parks and her achievements!

 

43. Leonardo da Vinci Costumes

Leonardo da Vinci Costumes

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Do you consider yourself an art history buff? Leonardo da Vinci was a brilliant man and talented artist, well-versed in art, science, engineering, and other endeavors. He's famous for the Mona Lisa, the Vitruvian Man, The Last Supper, and designs for flying machines and other inventions. His name is also the inspiration for the leader of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. If you want to be exceptionally weird, get four buddies together, dress as famous painters corresponding with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and wear their matching colored masks. Teenage Mutant Ninja Painters, assemble!

 

44. Edgar Allen Poe Costume

Edgar Allen Poe

Adult Edgar Allen Poe Costume

Who said historical costumes can't be spooky for Halloween? Famous horror author Edgar Allen Poe wrote short stories like "The Telltale Heart" and "The Raven." Suits styled from the Regency and early Victorian eras coincide with Poe's life, and we love the touch of including a raven with your outfit. Grab a few friends to dress like other famous horror authors, and you have a unique group costume!

 

45. Jane Austen Costumes

Jane Austen Costumes

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Jane Austen is a highly regarded author who wrote works like Sense and Sensibility and Pride and Prejudice, which provide commentary on the British class of landed gentry. However, her books were published anonymously when she wrote them, as were many other women authors of her day. While she didn't get the acclaim she deserved, her books have survived well beyond her lifetime, a testament to her talent as an author. Would you give her the honor of wearing a Jane Austen costume?

 

46. Galileo Costumes

Galileo Costumes

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Anyone who can guess who you are deserves a piece of candy. Galileo is often referred to as the father of modern science. He conducted many experiments around gravity, inertia, speed, and velocity and made incredible astronomical observations. His genius may not have been fully appreciated during his time, but you can show your appreciation for Galileo with these unique Halloween costumes!

 

47. Susan B. Anthony Costumes

Susan B. Anthony Costumes

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Susan B. Anthony was one of the most prominent women's suffrage movement leaders and was also active in abolition, labor, and equal pay circles. If you're wondering what women's suffrage was, it was women fighting for their right to vote at the beginning of the 18th century! Susan B. Anthony was highly vocal, traveling far and wide to give speeches concerning women's rights. Susan B. Anthony costumes are commonly worn as part of school history projects, but no one can stop you from wearing them for Halloween, too!

 

48. Thomas Edison Costumes

Thomas Edison Costumes

Adult Thomas Edison CostumeKids' Thomas Edison Costume

Many of us recognize Thomas Edison as the inventor of one of the early versions of the lightbulb, but did you know that he barely attended school? He was primarily taught by his mother, who used to be a school teacher, and he only attended elementary school for a few months. Edison also attended one chemistry course at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art, which appears to be his only experience at an institute for higher learning. Still, he was pivotal in the industrialized world and established the first industrial research laboratory. Would you dress as this man of business and invention?

 

49. Frida Kahlo Costumes

Frida Kahlo Costumes

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Frida Kahlo was another excellent painter whose work is still recognizable today. She's well-known for her self-portraits, although her paintings also explored subjects like nature and artifacts in Mexico, postcolonialism, and living with chronic pain. She was initially bound for medical school until a bus accident injured her at the age of 18. How different would her life have been if the accident and subsequent injury had not made her pivot to art? Thankfully, her legacy and image live on through her paintings.

 

50. King George III Costumes

King George III Costumes

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We have talked about quite a few people from American history, but let's not forget about the rest of the world! King George III was one of the rulers of Great Britain, famously during the American War of Independence. (You might recognize him if you watched the Broadway musical Hamilton!) American Independence happened early in his 59-year reign, and he had a few accomplishments, including the British Agricultural Revolution and the building of the King's Observatory. You could say that this Halloween costume is fit for a king!

 

Unique Scary Costume Ideas

Halloween is a time for everyone to dress as they please. However, it's definitely spooky season, so expect to see a lot of scary costumes! If you're determined to channel your scariest vibes while also maintaining a degree of uniqueness, what Halloween costumes should you choose? We'll share some of our favorite scary Halloween costumes with unique flair!

 

51. Invisible Man Costume

Invisible Man Costume

Adult Invisible Man Costume

Many of the Universal Monsters fit in with the most classic Halloween costume ideas—Frankenstein's Monster, the Wolfman, the Mummy, and Dracula, to name a few. However, some other Universal Monsters characters are seen with much less frequency. Here we have the Invisible Man, who, through secret scientific experiments, is completely invisible under his clothes. He tends to be wrapped in bandages and wears dark sunglasses to hide his predicament.

 

52. Swamp Monster Costume

Swamp Monster Costume

Kids' Swamp Monster Costume

The Creature From the Black Lagoon introduced horror movie-goers to the swamp monster or gill-man, one of the Universal Classic Monsters' later additions. While it doesn't have the fame of other monsters like Dracula and Frankenstein's Monster, it's still a scary costume. Swimmers beware!

 

53. Mothman Costume

Mothman Costume

Adult Mothman Costume

Do you love cryptids and creepy tales? You might just love a Mothman costume! This strange beast from West Virginian folklore is a humanoid creature with giant black wings and red eyes. Point Pleasant, West Virginia, even has an annual Mothman festival in his honor! It's quite the local legend, so Mothman costumes may be more common there, but other areas are bound to have fewer of these costumes around. What is your favorite cryptid?

 

54. Jennifer's Body Costume

Jennifer's Body Costume

Adult Jennifer's Body Costume

What's so scary about a cheerleader costume? Trust us—you need to see Jennifer's Body first to get this one. After a sacrifice goes wrong, Jennifer becomes demonically possessed and needs to eat people in order to survive. Shortly after feeding, she becomes invulnerable to pain for a period of time and will heal injuries instantly. While this unique costume for women doesn't initially look terrifying, you can always add your own fake blood to taste.

 

55. Marie Laveau Costumes

Marie Laveau Costumes

Adult Coven Witch CostumePlus Size Coven Witch Costume

Witch costumes are some of the most common costumes you'll see on Halloween. However, you can embrace the uncommon by finding more specific character costumes like this marine Laveau costume. This witch from American Horror Story: Coven is as brutal as she is powerful, an immortal who paid a horrible price for her longevity. However, we can't argue with her impeccable style! You'll stand out from the rest in this AHS-inspired Halloween costume.

 

56. Pick-Me-Up Zombie Hunter Costume

Pick-Me-Up Zombie Hunter Costume

Inflatable Pick-Me-Up Zombie Hunter Costume

Zombie costumes are a dime a dozen on Halloween, but rarely do you get to experience two characters in one costume! This inflatable zombie hunter costume includes a carry-on in the form of your upper half as a zombie! The inflatable takes care of the rest of the zombie hunter character with a little silly ingenuity. Get ready to spread smiles and scares this Halloween!

 

57. Scary Tree Costume

Scary Tree Costumes

Adult Scary Tree CostumeChild Scary Tree Costume

Wearing a tree costume has always been a thing of mockery for kids who couldn't get a part in the school play. However, we'd like to say that being a scary tree is different. Have you ever had branches catch on you while you're out in the dark, perhaps in a dark woods? That can be pretty scary! Then you have scary trees in movies like The Wizard of Oz and Harry Potter. How is your tree bark makeup looking?

 

58. Knife Throw Costume

Knife Throw Costume

Adult Knife Throw Costume

You'll see plenty of scary circus costumes, like creepy clowns and dark ringmasters, but this knife-throw-gone-wrong costume is incredibly unique. Add fake blood or special effects makeup to inject a little playful dark humor into your Halloween costume. Don't forget to pose for the camera!

 

59. Zombie Dinosaur Costume

Zombie Dinosaur Costume

Kids' Zombie Dinosaur Costume

Are T-Rexes not terrifying enough? What about zombie dinosaurs? This unique kids' costume is a fun choice for any child who wants to be a scary dinosaur. From the ripped zombie flesh to the dead white eyes, your little terror can be their authentic self this Halloween. Go get that candy!

 

60. Faceless Nightmare Costume

Faceless Nightmare Costume

Kids' Faceless Nightmare Costume

Some costumes are all about having a scary mask! You can buy an individual mask to build your own costume around or get a costume that includes everything, like this faceless nightmare costume for kids. The costume itself is a simple ripped black robe, but once you add the faceless, toothy mask and long-finger gloves, you're a scary sight to behold! Kids who love to wear the best scary costumes will enjoy an original idea like this.

 

So, do you feel confident enough to head to the party now? Hopefully, you do! If you need more inspiration, be sure to check out our costumes for men, women, kids, and couples. Maybe you have other ideas for unique costumes? Feel free to share your ideas in the comments below. Stay spooky and have a blast this Halloween!

Ross Hewett-Smith
Ross Hewett-Smith

Ross Hewett-Smith is the Public Relations Specialist at HalloweenCostumes.com, where he gets coverage on national entertainment media like Good Morning America, Cosmopolitan, and People. He has also been interviewed by a variety of world news outlets.

His past costumes include a genderbent Ariana Grande, a zombie cop, and a Beanie Baby. He enjoys making music and pampering his dog, Miley, while dressing her in dog costumes now and then. You can find him on Twitter and Instagram at @rosswalkersmith.


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