Costumes are definitely not just for young kids in this collection of teen and adult costume ideas.
Are you buttoned up at work? Do people know you as the class clown? Whatever your regular identity, feel free to switch it with something else. Cleverly disguise yourself so that even your relatives won’t recognize you. You will find ideas here to reveal your inner thoughts and ideas.
Many adults take on kids themes, like Harry Potter. In addition, Disney princesses and villains are always popular. Specially Ursula the Sea Witch which makes for a magnificent and instantly recognizable costume.
Maybe you are more of a zombie fan? If so, take a look at the compelling ways you can transform your face. These are definitely not for the faint of heart!
In conclusion, whatever your number is attached to your age, Halloween doesn’t discriminate. Create a fantastic costume and share it with us! We’d love to see what you come up with.
Hi! My name is Alanna Kendall and ever since I can remember I’ve been obsessed with Halloween… well obsessed with getting dressed up and costumes actually. To date my homemade zebra costume has been my favorite. I truly enjoyed putting it together and being a Zebra at the Annual NYC Halloween Parade and going clubbing … Read more
The week before a Halloween Costume Party myself and my family were still at a loss for a creative idea. I am not a fan of store bought bagged-costumes. As I was sitting in a bar one night with some friends, I grabbed a napkin and a pen and started drawing a six pack. Then … Read more
I am a HUGE fan of Jimmy Buffett so I was totally excited to make this Homemade Jimmy Buffett’s Lost Shaker of Salt Costume! First, I went to Lowes and bought a large and rectangular sheet of flexible vinyl that would normally be used in a bathroom for the shower walls. (I thought about plexiglass … Read more
I wanted to be a cat for Halloween, but I had seen the glow in the dark costumes at stores and thought they were really cool, so thus the glow in the dark cat costume was born. The base of the costume in just a full body suit that my mom sewed for me, kinds … Read more
This Homemade Bird Costume took about 8 months to make. I started with a plain white bustier, a tablecloth, and a huge white sweatshirt. The table cloth served as a base for my wings, which I then covered with felt and sweatshirt “feather” cut outs (most of these were either sequined or dipped in glitter.) … Read more
Not only has Michael Jackson’s career evolved over time, but so has his appearance. This group costume highlights the most memorable looks throughout Michael’s career, from “Young Michael” to “80’s Michael” and up to “Present-Day Michael”. “Young Michael’s” costume uses the bright, bold fashions of the late 60’s and early 70s which include colorful pants … Read more
I created this Nerds Box Costume for a big event we throw at school every year called, the barn dance. It’s apart of TWIRP week which is a week full of events where the girls ask the guys to pre-planned events. At the barn dance everyone dresses up as a couple, and at the end … Read more
The Wizard of Oz movie has always been a favorite of mine and I didn’t want to do the typical Dorothy costume so I went with the Tinman because I mean, c’mon its a man made out of TIN!! This costume actually turned out easier than I thought and the reactions to detail were the … Read more
Upon learning about Prince suddenly passing away, my son decided that it was only proper that he pay homage to the fallen Prince by having this costume made by me, his Mom. Together we decided that “Purple Rain “, would be the deciding factor. So many pictures of Prince to choose from. My son wanted … Read more
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! The materials used to make this soft serve ice cream cone costume was a 32gal trash can, hula hoops, card board, burlap, styrofoam, neckerchief, red pipe cleaners, colored straws, white pillow tubing, and stretchy string. Cut the top and bottom of the trash can. Used … Read more
This last-minute Voodoo doll costume was a super easy costume to make and turned out to be a big hit. I bought a roll of burlap and hit glued it to a pair of leggings I already had. The heart and balls on the pins are styrofoam that I painted and used kabob sticks. Basically … Read more
I had already done Sally. I wanted to do the Corpse Bride costume. I already had the technique down for the wig. Full roll of blue yarn and wrap around my arm like winding up a rope. Cut the end by my elbow and then use the middle of all of them as the roots. … Read more