Spooky season is finally here! When it comes to Halloween, there are two types of people: the ones who start planning next year’s costumes on November 1st and those who put their looks together at the last minute. For those of us who are still unsure of who or what to be this year, allow BDO to help!
Check out our list of 9 quick costume themes that are perfect for your squad!
How could we not include such an iconic group of characters? From Shuri to Killmonger, there are enough characters to go around this Halloween. Whether it’s a clique of friends or a small family, this set of costumes can accommodate. Each character comes in adult and child sizes so feel free to switch it up and do something unexpected. Order your costumes here!
2. The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
One word: classic. This theme is perfect for the squad of six and is one of the easiest to coordinate. No makeup and no special hairstyle necessary because these costumes cover you from head to toe. The sizes range from child to adult and you can order yours here!
We can’t forget about the fur babies out there! Include your pup in your Halloween plans and go trick-or-treating as the Ghostbusters squad. Don't be afraid to get everyone involved this year, there's even a Stay Puft Marshmallow Man costume! You can order your costumes here!
4. Queen Nefertiti & Pharoah Akhenaten
Some of us like to dig a little deeper for Halloween. If this sounds like you, why not grab your bae and dress as Egyptian royalty. Order yours here!
We couldn’t leave Tiana and Prince Naveen from this list! The first black Disney princess and her crew is a perfect theme for couples and families. Think outside the box! From Tiana to Mama Odie and Dr. Facilier, you can get as many people involved as you like! Order yours here!
6. Cruella de Ville & The Dalmatians
One of the best villains to ever do it is Cruella de Ville. She’s super stylish and fierce so she makes a great costume. Plus, having a crew to dress up as the dalmatians will take the costume to another level. Whether it’s with family or friends, this theme is super cute and easy to execute. Order yours here!
This costume idea is not only clever, but it's an opportunity for educating yourself or loved ones on ancient Egyptian deities. Both the Anubis and Bastet costumes come in a variety of looks and sizes. Order yours here!
The Nightmare Before Christmas is a cross between Halloween and Christmas so there’s plenty of room for creativity. From Jack Skellington to Santa Claus, there’s a character for everyone! Order yours here!
Not only is the storyline trippy, but so are the costumes, which makes this theme perfect for Halloween! This is another movie with a long list of characters so feel free to get everyone involved! The costumes for each character come in a variety of sizes and looks. Order yours here!
Jasmine Danielle is the Associate Editor of BlackDoctor.org. She received her BFA in Dance Education & Performance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has since done work as a certified fitness & wellness educator, blogger, dancer, and designer.