There's nothing like matching family Halloween costumes with your nearest and dearest to make the celebration that little bit more special, or fun, especially if you are planning a party or evening together with Halloween gamesas well. Also, going trick or treating as a family this year will exciting, especially if you are all dressed up, and you can get as creative as you like with your family Halloween costume ideas. Plus it'll make a brilliant photo opportunity to look back on in years to come, especially with some Halloween face paint too.
With so many different sizes and tastes in every family, it can be hard to find the perfect Halloween costume for everyone. But whether you want to go for something classic like The Addams Family or something a little more modern like The Incredibles there is plenty of choice, including costumes for pregnant people too, as well as cheap family Halloween costumes.
What to be for Halloween as a family?
Family life can be chaotic so you don't want to add any extra (and unnecessary stress) to your to do list so consider easy family halloween costumes, or go for something simple with matching family halloween costumes. You might dress up as a character from your favourite Halloween book or movie, or perhaps choose something your kids love, like dinosaurs! Whatever you decide, it will be fun and the kids will love that you are all getting involved. It might even inspire you to hold a Halloween party with some Halloween biscuits and spooky snacks too.
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To help you find the perfect outfit for you and your family, whether you want family halloween costumes for a family of three or halloween costumes with an infant, we've rounded up some of our favourite ideas from Pinterest plus where you can buy them, so all you have to worry about is planning your route to collect those trick or treating sweets!
The best family Halloween costume ideas
The Addams Family
Who better to inspire this year's Halloween costume than the original spooky family, especially since the success of Wednesday, the hit Netflix kids' show. There are plenty of quirky family members in The Addams Family to dress your clan up as, from the very glamorous Morticia to the totally creepy Wednesday.
Best Wednesday costume
Little ones can dress as Wednesday Addams. This costume includes a black dress with white collar and a wig styled with Wednesday's signature braided style. One reviewer said, it's a "really good child’s fancy dress. You get pigtails AND the dress. All good quality! More so it is a great shape and fit. Little Velcro on collar to fasten dress at back so easy for child. I'm very happy as it looks amazing! Not sure why someone said it is cheap. It’s thin-ish material but not cheap at all it’s comfy almost silky and is soft and black opaque. Other outfits of this looked dreadful this is the best!" However, do beware that the tights are not included.
Pros
- Dress and wig set
- Tested to Nightwear safety standards
Cons
- Tights not included
Age: | 10 -12 |
Material: | 100% polyester |
- Includes wig and dress
- Tested to both EN71 and Nightwear (Safety) standards
- Simple but effective costume
Best Gomez costume
Another alternative Addams family-inspired costume is this pinstripe suit so they'll look the part as a mini-Gomez. How cute! One reviewer said, "very cool little fancy dress, my little boy won the ‘gangster’ fancy dress costume in this!" However, other reviewers mentioned it is quite thin.
Pros
- Get a suit and hat included
- Simple hook and loop fastening
Cons
- Some reviews mention it is thin
Age: | S - XL |
Material: | Polyester |
- Suitable from 4 - 14 years
- Includes hat
- Smart and cute for little ones
Best Uncle Fester costume
With a bald cap, face paint and robe as part of the set, adults will have everything they need to transform themselves into Uncle Fester. One reviewer said, "this is a great easy fancy dress outfit. Comes with robe and rope belt, bald cap, tiny bit of face paint (will need to buy more white face paint, as not enough). Robe is made from cheap material but does the job. I washed robe on delicate wash and was fine." A few reviewers through the cap was too flimsy and ripped easily.
Pros
- Includes cap and face paint
- Fits up to a 60" chest
Cons
- Bald cap a bit flimsy
Size: | S-M, L-XL and XXL |
Material: | Polyester |
- Includes face paint
- Various sizes available
Best Morticia costume
Perhaps this stylish gothic dress would be more up your street? It's a long flowy number with V-neck, off the shoulder design, which makes it perfect for a Morticia Addams costume. One reviewer commented, "honestly I was surprised by the quality of this costume! It fits great and was perfect for my Morticia costume. I'm 5'3" and it was a tad long but no biggie." However, some reviewers found the shoulders slipped, with one reviewer noting, "I did have to sow around the shoulder bit to stop it from turning up."
Pros
- Machine washable
- Longer dress and generous sizing
Cons
- Shoulder can turn up
Size: | XS - XXL |
Material: | 65% polyester, 35% cotton |
- Machine washable
- Longer length
- Pull on design
Scooby Doo
Looking for something a little less spooky but still totally adorable and lots of fun? We love a good Scooby Doo costume at Halloween, especially if you have a cute dog you can dress up as Scooby Doo!
Best Scooby Doo costume
Kiddies will look totally adorable in this Scooby Doo costume. The fleece material will also keep them warm while they're out trick or treating in chilly weather. One reviewer said, it's "a comfortable and well made costume. I sewed in certain tail-like places where it attaches with Velcro to avoid losing pieces. Much appreciated by my son for carnival and great to use again for Halloween," while another reviewer added, that it's "great quality, true to size." However, some reviewers did note that the head is a bit smaller than the costume, so not as comfortable. But we love that it is machine washable.
Pros
- Soft fleece
- Velcro at the back to make it easy to put on and off
Cons
- The head is a bit small
Size: | 4-12 years |
Material: | Polyester |
- Machine washable
- Soft and warm
- Great detail
Best Velma costume
Get ready to solve any mystery wearing this fun, Velma-inspired get up. We love that it includes so many accessories such as the magnifying glass, wig, black glasses and socks. One reviewer said, "I’m so pleased with this outfit. The skirt and top fit really well and are good quality, the wig looks good and they provided a ‘stocking’ for your hair to prepare for the wig. The magnifying glass is heavy and well made and the glasses are good too." However, one reviewer thought the fringe on the wig was too long, commenting, "I decided not to wear the wig as the bangs are a little too long and they were getting in my eyes."
Pros
- Stretchy, comfortable fabric
- Includes all accessories
Cons
- Wig has a long fringe
Size: | S - XXL |
- Accessories included
- Comfortable costume
- Various sizes
Best Daphne costume
Purple dress? Tick. Orange wig? Tick. Green neck scarf? Tick. Channel your inner Daphne with an outfit just like hers. We love this costume and all its fun accessories. One reviewer said, "Fab outfit, wig is really thick and much better than I expected," however, another reviewer added it "is thin but I wore it over leggings. It looked fab with my boyfriend in the Scooby Doo costume."
Pros
- Good sizing for reliable fit
- Accessories included
Cons
- Fabric quite thin
Sizes: | 8 - 18 |
- Includes accessories
- Various sizes
Best Shaggy costume
You'll be ready to join the rest of the gang in the Mystery Machine with this Shaggy costume. It even comes with a stick on goatee so you can replicate Shaggy's facial hair. One reviewer said, it's "a pretty good outfit, goes well with a Daphne, in many ways. T-shirt is fine, the trousers are a sort of velour material. If you don't want to worry about baring your rear during the party, I'd suggest a belt, as they do fall down if you are average build. They generate static too which seems to encourage them to stick to your legs and slide. I wore shorts underneath, wouldn't wear with nothing under them! Wig is huge but amusing, and the goatee is pretty sticky, just watch you don't dip it in your beer. Overall, pretty decent outfit."
Pros
- Wig and stick on goatee included
- Looks good paired with Daphne and other characters
Cons
- Trousers generous fit and create static
Size: | One size |
Material: | 100% polyester |
- Includes wig and goatee
- Matching outfits available
- Generous sizing
Skeleton Family
Having a cosy night in this year? We love these matching skeleton costumes. Not only are they super comfy for the whole family, but they'll also look fun and spooky if you get any trick or treaters come to your door. You could even take it up a notch with some glow-in-the-dark costumes too, perfect for a family halloween movie night!
Best skeleton Babygro
Even tiny bubbas can get in on the fun of Halloween with this all-in-one. It is made from 100% cotton so comfortable next to baby's skin, plus we love the little hat for chilly autumn days. However, it is hand wash only which isn't ideal for babies because we all know how messy they can get.
Pros
- Snap fastenings for easy opening during nappy changes
- 100 percent cotton
Cons
- Hand wash only
Size: | 0-3, 3-6 , 6-9, 9-12 & 12-18 month |
Material: | 100% cotton |
- Cute matching hat
- 100% cotton
- Snap fastenings to make changes easier
Best kids skeleton pyjamas
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No need to be afraid of the dark anymore with these glow in the dark PJs. Available from 1 year to 16 years we love that even the littlest members of your family will be able to match too. One reviewer was really impressed with the effect, commenting, "really bright at night! The glow in the dark effect is stronger than expected." However, they did add, "the only thing to bear in mind is the glow in the dark bit is a bit stiff and not the softest to sleep in like most of the M&S PJs." But another reviewer thought, "soft fabric and very roomy (definitely veer on the large size but that’s good for pyjamas in my book)." These are fun pyjamas for Halloween and are also machine washable too!
Pros
- Machine washable
- Bright glow
Cons
- Design is a bit stiff for sleeping
Size: | 1 - 16 |
Material: | Cotton |
- 100% cotton
- Glow in the dark
- Great range of sizes
- Machine washable
Best adult skeleton onesie
Who said Halloween costumes can't be comfortable? You'll want to wear this even after spooky season as the fleece material will keep you nice and warm. One reviewer said, "after reading the reviews, I purchased a medium because I wanted a looser/baggy fit. I am 5'1, 125lbs. The fit was perfect! I fully believe a small would have fit as well just with a tighter fit. Very happy with this purchase! The material was much thicker and warmer than I anticipated, which was a pleasant surprise!" While another reviewer added, "it's super comfy and soft. It's roomy enough, I'll have a big preggo belly by October and I'm sure it'll still fit." However, do be aware that these cannot be machine washed, with one reviewer commenting, "looks good and comfy but you can not wash because of the material they use for the bones. Can only sponge wash."
Pros
- Soft and warm
- Generous sizing
Cons
- Sponge clean only
Sizes: | S - XXL |
Material: | Polyester |
- Warm fleece material
- Designed with pockets
- Generous sizing
The Incredibles
We love a Disney Halloween costume and T_he Incredibles_ are an iconic superhero family, perfect for dressing up as this Halloween season. You can simply go for the basic t-shirts, or you can go for the full-on superhero suit.
Best Mrs.Incredible costume
Want to go as Mrs. Incredible aka Elastigirl for Halloween? You need this supersuit. One reviewer said, "I'm 5'5" and about 135 lbs with curvy hips/bottom. I normally wear size 6/8, but based on reviews, I went with the size 8/10, which fits well. I have no issues getting it on over my hips, but it also tapers in nicely at my waist. The material has a good amount of stretch. I don't mind the velcro closures as they are a bit more forgiving and allow the light fabric to not get weighed down. I like the faux boots that come up mid-thigh - they look nice. I'm excited to wear this for Halloween!" However, another reviewer added, "product in tatters after wearing only once, threads coming out at all seams and lots of holes in the cheap material."
Pros
- Officially licensed
- Includes belt and mask
Cons
- Some reviewers felt the fabric was too thin
Size: | 8-20 |
Material: | 70% Polyester, 30% Polyurethane |
- Includes belt and mask
- Generous sizing
- Officially licensed
Best Mr Incredible costume
You'll be ready to spring into action whenever you need to wearing this Mr Incredible costume. One reviewer said, "the suit looks great but the orange belt is a bit small. It is not very serious because the costume can be worn very well without the belt." However, another reviewer also added it was a bit "short in the leg." We love how effective this costume looks, especially when worn with other costumes from The Incredibles.
Pros
- Mask and belt included
- Great muscle effect torso
Cons
- Belt quite small
Sizes: | XL and XXL |
Material: | Polyester |
- Muscle effect torso
- Includes belt and mask
- Good quality material
Best kids Incredibles costume
Your little one can go as either Violet or Dash for Halloween by wearing this kids Incredibles costume. Plus the hook and loop fastenings at the back make it easy to get on and off, but it stays secure too. One reviewer said, "good quality, my son absolutely loved it, and has worn multiple times already." However, another reviewer added, "the costume made a great impression! Super cool, especially since I bought the same one for my baby, the little sister. On the other hand, the textile is very fine so it can be damaged quickly when it sticks. And the ends fray because the seam holds together on a fine textile." We love that this also includes the belt and mask for true superhero style.
Pros
- Includes the belt and mask
- Secure fastenings on the back
Cons
- Seams have a tendency to fray
Sizes: | 3-8 years |
Material: | Synthetic |
- Includes mask and belt
- Looks effective
- Official Disney costume
Best Baby Incredibles set
If you've got a baby to take part in the fancy dress, you can complete your incredible family with this Jack-Jack inspired fit. There's no eyepiece (as it could be dangerous for babies), but there is an illustration of it on the little red hat, which we love. One reviewer said, "the product is soft and the leather effect on the superhero pants area is very clever. The hat comes up a little small, but this fit my 3 month old perfectly (who is on the 2nd centile as per UK-WHO growth charts). I suggest for slightly bigger 3 month olds to invest in the next size up, but we thought our baby Jack Jack looked very cute ."
Pros
- Practical baby outfit as well as a costume
- Made from 100% cotton
Cons
- Some parents mention the hat being a little small
Sizes: | 0-18 months |
Material: | Cotton |
- Includes hat
- Sweet but comfortable costume
- Made from cotton
Harry Potter
Okay so we know a Harry Potter theme might seem a tad basic compared to some of the others, but there's no denying how cute a baby dressed as a wizard can be. It's also a winner for World Book Day if you want to recycle some costumes.
Best Harry Potter costume
Get your little wizard ready for a magical Halloween. This outfit comes complete with a scarf, glasses and wand as well as a cloak so they can look just like Harry Potter. One reviewer said, "the kit is done quite well but above all it is complete. Consisting of a hooded cape (printed Gryffindor coat of arms), a plastic rod but made quite well, round glasses without lenses and a very light Gryffindor scarf. Overall ok, my son really liked it." While another reviewer added, "6 year old grandson over the moon with this Harry Potter outfit. Scarf and glasses complete the overall effect." However, some reviewers mentioned, for the price, they thought the quality might be better.
Pros
- Accessories included
- Cloak is a good length
Cons
- Quality could be better for the price
Sizes: | 5-12 years |
- Includes all accessories needed
- Good length cape
- Various sizes available
Best Hogwarts costume
If the Sorting Hat has put your little one into Gryffindor, they need the right robes. This one has the house crest on the chest and the iconic red and gold scarf. One reviewer said, "this was perfect for world book day and the only costume I have bought for WBD that my daughter continues to wear. It is light weight and easy to wear. All in all very pleased," while another reviewer added, "my daughter loves her robe and it's been worn and worn and still in good condition." However, some reviewers were disappointed that the scarf is not separate and only printed.
Pros
- Good quality cape
- Lightweight and comfortable
Cons
- The scarf could have been a physical one, rather than printed on
Sizes: | 3-10 |
Material: | Polyester |
- Gryffindor cape
- Good quality
- Comfortable to wear
Best Professor McGonagall costume
All these mini witches and wizards need someone to watch over them, that's where Professor McGonagall comes in. Both the dress, cape and hat are black and green in colour, just like McGonagall's in the films. One reviewer said, "love this costume. It is really good quality for the price. The dress was a bit too long for me (I'm 5' 2") so I just chopped it off at the bottom. It didn't fray and looked great. I had lots of compliments in it and felt really good." Another reviewer also commented, "the dress was really comfortable and the cape is attached by velcro that held up all night dancing and partying. Seems to be well made, unlike some other fancy dresses that I have purchased over the years. However, do beware that the wand is not included for casting all those Halloween spells.
Pros
- Hat is wire rimmed to help with stability
- Shiny and sparkly
Cons
- Wand not included
Sizes: | 8-18 UK dress size |
- Wire rimmed hat
- Generous sizing
- Officially licensed, Warner Bros, costume
Zombie family
Simple yet super effective, let your little ones go mad with the Halloween face paint and fake blood this year with a fun zombie theme. You could even take your favourite non-scary-themed costume and zombify it to make it perfect for Halloween with a bit of make-up!
Best Halloween make-up kit
Whether you all decide to go as zombies for Halloween or something more gruesome, you'll have all the bits you need to bring your costume alive in this kit. And you can use it to add the finishing touches to any other costumes too. One reviewer said, "got this for Halloween makeup and everything in the box came together very well and was easy to create great effects. First time I tried this kind of thing and it was a brilliant result. Definitely recommend it." However, another reviewer added, "I put the special effects makeup on my mum and the first couple of fake wounds weren't too great as the instructions are not particularly detailed." That said, they also commented, that "overall really fun to play and experiment with."
Pros
- Non-toxic
- Durable, long lasting effects
- Great starter kit for latex special effects
Cons
- Not suitable for those with a latex allergy
- Instructions not very detailed
Includes: | 13 items |
Dimensions: | 18.2 x 7.6 x 6.2 cm |
- Creates realistic effects
- Great starter kit
- Non-toxic ingredients
Minions
There's nothing cuter than a little baby Minion! It's a simple idea for the whole family and there's no doubt you'll be happy to wear those classic blue denim dungarees again, and if you are pregnant for Halloween then a great pair of maternity dungarees will work well.
Best Yellow t-shirt for Minion costume
A simple tee. It can be used as part of a Minion costume or as another layer in colder weather. This is an incredibly useful item for your little one's wardrobe this autumn. One reviewer said, "I bought 4 of these to wear as an extra layer on a trip to Greenland. They were fine for that purpose, but I would not wear them on their own. The stitching is not very neat or well executed. The inner seams of the pink one are sewn with red thread for example." However, another reviewer commented, "overall, a solid choice for everyday wear and not too expensive."
Pros
- Soft fabric and good choice of colours
- Affordable price
Cons
- Some say the stitching is poor quality
Size: | 2-13 years |
Material: | 95% Viscose, 5% Elastane |
- Variety of colours available
- Machine washable
- Good range of sizes
Best Minion accessories kit
After you've got the underneath layer of the costume sorted, it's time for some accessories. Your little one can achieve the big minion eyes by wearing the goggles and we love the cap for creating a yellow head just like a minion. One reviewer said, "used for a Halloween costume and fit perfectly and comfortable as the strap is widely adjustable," and another reviewer added, "the order arrived ahead of schedule, and it is as shown in the photos. The elastic of the glasses is adjustable to the size of the head, which I am very happy with. The children are thrilled!" However, one reviewer did comment that "glasses not very comfortable but good enough for a fancy dress!"
Pros
- Cap to create the look of a minion
- Goggles can be adjusted
Cons
- Some reviewers said the goggles are not very comfortable
Size: | One size |
- Goggles and hat to create minion costume
- Goggles adjustable
Jurassic Park
Are your little ones obsessed with dinosaurs? This one is a great idea for a dinosaur party and a fun game and costume for Halloween. Just get one of the grown-ups to dress up in a fun dinosaur costume and pretend to chase all the little ones while doing your best roar!
Best baby dinosaur costume
This dinosaur jumpsuit would make a totally roar-some Halloween costume. Equipped with a hood, tail and handpieces, it will look as if you have a real dinosaur running around your home. One reviewer said, "my grandson couldn’t wait to put it on immediately as it looks great. Looks amazing. He loves it, so it's a great buy and I would definitely recommend," while another added, "I bought this for Halloween and it has already been worn twice. My toddler absolutely loves it. We got a 2-3 and it's a good fit on my small 2.5 year old. Maybe size up for a taller child. The head Velcros on but stays pretty well. I think buttons would be better though so I'm going to add them myself."
Pros
- Elasticated at the wrist
- Features a dinosaur tail
- Fits children up to 3 years old
Cons
- Head is held on by velcro, buttons would be stronger
Size: | 6 months to 3 years |
Material: | Polyester |
- Dinosaur costume with hood and tail
- Variety of sizes
- Comfortable for little ones
Best adult T-Rex costume
This inflatable T-rex costume has become popular all over social media channels recently and is sure to get a laugh out of the kids and adults when you wear it. Just use a fan and a battery to inflate it and you'll be on your way. One reviewer said, "the inflatable T-Rex costume is made from high-quality materials that are durable and long-lasting. The costume is easy to inflate and deflate, making it easy to transport and store when not in use. The costume is also designed to be comfortable to wear, with ample room for movement and ventilation to prevent overheating." Another reviewer commented, "this was perfect for our 13 year old son. He wanted to be part of a family Halloween party but didn't quite want to dress up until we found the t rex inflatable suit." However, younger family members won't be able to wear it, although they will enjoy the effect of the costume.
Pros
- Available in multiple colour options
- Legs and arms are elasticated to keep air in
Cons
- Not suitable for young children
Size: | One size |
Power: | 4 x AA batteries |
- Fun, inflatable dinosaur costume
- Comfortable to wear
- One size to fit all
Star Wars
There are so many cool characters from Star Wars to dress up as. We love the idea of having a Darth Vader, Princess Leia, an adorable baby Yoda and maybe even a Wookiee in our clan this Halloween.
Best baby Yoda costume
Is it possible to find anything cuter than Baby Yoda? Yes, there is and it's your baby dressed up as Baby Yoda. Affordable and adorable, the pack comes with a hooded robe and a detachable Velcro headpiece. One reviewer said: "the costume is very simple to wear and comfortable for a child. I used it for my son who is 1 and a half years old. Yoda's head is tied in front with a Velcro, so it doesn't fall and if the child pulls it, it opens without any problem and without hurting it. I am very satisfied." One reviewer did say the "ears didn't stay up well but adorable none the less."
Pros
- Super soft and fleecy
- Includes headpiece and hooded robe with belt
Cons
- Ears don't always stay up
Sizes: | Infant size or toddler size |
Material: | Polyester |
- Adorably cute costume for infants and toddlers
- Safe and soft hood
- Simple to wear for little ones
Best Princess Leia costume
Relive magical Star Wars moments dressed in Princess Leia’s signature dress, complete with space belt and wig. It's quite long but there are four sizes to choose from, plus the belt can be adjusted to your preference. One reviewer said, "this costume fit awesome! It fit perfectly to size, it’s incredibly comfortable, and the quality is fantastic. I’m 4’10, so it was a bit long. However! I did the look that Carrie Fisher did in the movies, and ruffled the top up a bit to lift the dress off of my feet. Wearing slightly raised shoes also helped. A great product all around!"
Pros
- Includes the iconic wig
- Belt closes with Velcro so you can have a loose or tighter fit
Cons
- May be a bit long on those who are more petite
Sizes: | 6-16 uk dress size |
- Includes belt and wig
- Good length
- various sizes available
Best kids Stormtrooper costume
Nothing will stand in the way of your little one and their Halloween sweets when wearing this Stormtrooper costume. You may be wondering how comfortable the costume is, but we're here to tell you that it has foam inside the mask to make it more comfortable for little ones to wear. One reviewer confirmed this saying, "Bought for my son who is 6, he is pretty tall so ordered the larger size. Great fit! I was impressed that the mask wasn't flimsy, scratchy plastic. The outfit washes well too." However, other reviewer said, "if your child doesn't like full face masks, do not chose this costume as won't keep it on (go for hoodie or maybe cloth face mask). Apart from that, it looks cool and fits the size as advertised." It is also good to note that some reviewers thought the fabric was a bit thin, but liked the effect overall.
Pros
- 3D moulded mask with foam lining
- Officially licensed
Cons
- Some reviews mention the jumpsuit is made from a thin type of material
Size: | 5-8 years |
Material: | Polyester |
- Moulded plastic mask with foam lining
- Great overall effect
- Perfect for little Star Wars fans
Best kids Darth Vader costume
Kids drawn to the dark side will love dressing up as Darth Vader for Halloween. There's never been a costume cooler than this one. Pair it with a light sabre and they will most definitely look the part. One reviewer said, "my grandson loves dressing up and he really enjoyed getting into character in this costume. It has a full cape and half mask secured with an elastic. The lights and buttons are printed on the fabric. I would recommend this product as it is cheap and reasonably good quality." Another reviewer also commented, "my little guy is obsessed with Darth Vader and this is perfect! The design and material is brilliant for him moving around and playing! Its strong material means no holes yet! And he loves to play with the mask on as it’s adjustable!" Do be aware that the light sabre is not included and needs to be bought separately to complete the look.
Pros
- Includes a mask and cape
- Jumpsuit is comfortable and doesn't restrict movement
Cons
- Doesn't come with a light saber or gloves
Size: | 3-16 years |
Material: | Polyester |
- Includes mask and cape
- Great range of sizes
- Comfortable to wear
Best adult Jedi costume
No Star Wars dress up would be complete without having a Jedi in the mix, so if you or your partner adores this franchise, you will want to wear this costume for Hallows Eve. We love that it comes in sizes small to three times extra large, making it highly inclusive. One reviewer said, "bought this (for a woman) and it fits brilliantly. There are pockets in the trousers, though they are a little see through when you hold them up to the light. The undershirts have no ties and are held together by the belt. This makes it difficult to keep the layers for the neckline in the same place when worn but adding a tie (and maybe in future Velcro) helped. Due to this, it took two people to get it on. The material is great, but the cloak could be a heavier fabric, similar to what is used for the fabric belt, as the cloak doesn't quite move in the way it should. Over all it looked amazing, it was very complimented and the quality was very good."
Pros
- Good fit, with a variety of sizes
- Multiple layers to keep you warm
Cons
- Some say the cloak could be heavier
Sizes: | S - XXXL |
Material: | Linen, cotton and polyester |
- Layered costume
- Good range of sizes
- Pockets in the trousers
Ghostbusters
Who you gonna call? We can't get enough of this lovely retro costume, and it'll look great on the whole family. You might even want to dress up your littlest members as cute ghosts in a toddler ghost costume or just under a sheet!
Best kids Ghostbuster costume
Your child will be ready to join the ghost-busting gang in this costume. It's even got an inflatable version of the Proton Pack to capture all the ghouls. One reviewer said, "Looks great, nice thick material so not really cheap stuff. Got it for my 4 year old for halloween and he still wears and it and plays with the proton pack." However, another reviewer added, "We love the costume but the accessories are not very good. Once blown up they just keep going down."
Pros
- Good quality fabric for costume
- Detailed jumpsuit with official ghostbuster badges
Cons
- Some reviews mention the gun and backpack not being connected
Sizes: | 4-12 years |
Material: | Polyester |
- Includes inflatable backpack
- Officially licensed
- Good range of sizes
Best women's fancy dress
You can join your little one in the hunt for ghosts with your very own Ghostbusters uniform, complete with a matching inflatable backpack. One reviewer said, "excellent quality of the finishes, especially in relation to the low price." Although some reviewers thought the fabric was poor quality, commenting, "the material was baggy in places and felt very strange. It was also very thin." That said, another reviewer said, "reasonable price and looks the part."
Pros
- Backpack is inflatable
- Finishing is good quality and suit looks good
Cons
- Material a bit thin
Sizes: | 8 - 18 UK dress size |
Material: | Polyester |
- Includes inflatable backpack
- Good range of sizes
- Good finish to create effect
Family Halloween costumes FAQs
How do you pick safe family Halloween costumes?
Halloween is a fun event for people of all ages to enjoy. However, in recent years, there have been some concerns about the safety of costumes, particularly kids' Halloween costumes. If you're worried about the safety of your family's Halloween costumes, there are two things you should look out for.
Look for EN71/CE certified costumes - Costumes with that mark have been tested to reach certain safety standards as outlined by the EU.
Check for fire-resistant label - This time of year there are more open flames around from candles, fireworks and bonfires. If you're concerned about the fire-resistant qualities of your family's costumes, check the label for more details.
Why do we dress in costumes on Halloween?
The tradition of wearing costumes originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. This is when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. Nowadays, we wear costumes as a bit of fun and to help us get into the spooky spirit of Halloween.
What day is Halloween 2024?
As we all know, Halloween falls on 31st October every single year. It's just the day that changes. This year All Hallow's Eve is on a Thursday.
Lorna White has been a Digital Writer for Mother&Baby since 2020. She has a keen interest in a range of topics, from potty training and nutrition to baby names and maternity fashion.