10 Classic Halloween Costumes
Why wear uncommon costumes when you go Trick or Treating? Halloween is all about tradition, from knocking on doors demanding candy to playing pranks on your friends and neighbors. Truly uncommon costume ideas are few and far between. Stick to the classics for costume success. Classic Halloween costumes are making a comeback, thanks to a new spirit of nostalgia. Everything old is new again.
Here’s a list of the ten most common Halloween costumes.
1. Witch
A little bit of green facepaint, a pointy black hat, and a broom can make you can be the creepiest witch on the block.
2. Ghost
Growing up with five brothers, there was never money for actual Halloween costumes. I’d steal a sheet from the laundry, cut two eye-holes, and hit the streets as a ghost.
3. Skeleton
Once upon a time, skeletons were the most common Halloween costumes. You don’t see many skeletons these days.
4. Zombie
Our culture is obsessed with zombies. Some fake blood smeared around your mouth and the right walk can make anyone a zombie on Halloween.
5. Pirate
Another costume that’s fallen out of favor is the classic pirate. One of the more elaborate classic costumes, the pirate is a less traditional Halloween getup.
6. Hobo
We’re talking about the old railroad hobos of the 1930s–carrying a bindle on a stick wearing clothes that don’t quite fit.
7. Princess
Every little girl dreams of being a princess. A beautiful gown, a tiara, and a scepter are all you need to Trick or Treat as a princess.
8. Cowboy
Grab a cap gun and a 10-gallon hat and stick your neighbors up for candy.
9. Pumpkin
Dressing up as a pumpkin is a natural fit for Halloween. The pumkpin costume is especially cute on a baby.
10. Soldier
Any time America is at war, the soldier costume spikes in popularity. With two wars going on in the world right now, you can bet you’ll see your share of soldiers on Halloween.