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Classic costumes for a cheap & cheerful Halloween
Halloween classic costume 1: Skeleton
Skeleton costume
Amazon £15.99
What do you get?
This costume comes with glow-in-the-dark skeleton clothing, a pair of white-bone gloves and a separate hood.
What size does it come in?
From 3 to 15 years old.
Pros and cons
Based on customer reviews, you might want to consider ordering one size up.
Halloween classic costume 2: Witch
Witch Costume
Amscan £13.99
What do you get?
Dress and witch hat.
What size does it come in?
From 2 to 8 years old.
Pros and cons
It doesn't come with tights but you can use any black tights you have or order some separately.
Halloween classic costume 3: Pirate
Pirate costume
Amscan £13.98
What do you get?
Pirate jumpsuit with attached vest and belt, pirate hat.
What size does it come in?
From 2 to 8 years old.
Pros and cons
It's simple and lightweight but doesn't come with many accessories.
Halloween classic costume 4: Howling ghost
Howling ghost costume
Amazon £12.34
What do you get?
Moulded mask, full hooded robe and gloves.
What size does it come in?
From 3 to 10 years old.
Pros and cons
According to customer reviews, the mask can be too hard for some children but it's a fun outfit that lasts.
Halloween classic costume 5: Vampire
Vampire costume
HENBRANDT £17
What do you get?
White shirt, black trousers, red waistcoat and vampire cape.
What size does it come in?
From 4 to 12 years old.
Pros and cons
This is a great costume with all of the elements. According to reviews, the velcro on the cape can be a little tricky.
Halloween classic costume 6: Devil
Devil costume
Amazon £15.66
What do you get?
Dress, choker, belt and headband.
What size does it come in?
From 4 to 10 years old.
Pros and cons
Reviewers says it's a lovely little costume (and the choker has little gems on it), but you will need to buy the fork separately.
Halloween classic costume 7: Pumpkin
Pumpkin costume
Redstar £9.95
What do you get?
Pumpkin dress and hat.
What size does it come in?
Child size.
Pros and cons
Simple, cute costume that is easy to take on and off. It is one-size-fits-all, and therefore a bit of a risk if you want to be sure it will fit perfectly.
Halloween classic costume 8: Alien
Alien costume
Amscam £20.99
What do you get?
Green jumpsuit, gloves and fabric mask.
What size does it come in?
From 4 to 12 years old.
Pros and cons
According to reviewers, this costume is great for alien-loving kids and fits well, but may not be so easy to reuse for following years.
Halloween classic costume 9: Grim Reaper
Grim Reaper costume
Amazon from £26.99
What do you get?
Dress, cape, waist chain, toy scythe, glow-in-the-dark gloves and tights.
What size does it come in?
From 5 to 15 years old.
Pros and cons
According to reviewers, the material is stretchy and comfortable and the whole assemble looks well together. You just need to add shoes and make-up and you're good to go!
Halloween classic costume 10: Black cat
Black cat costume
Fun Shack £19.99
What do you get?
Black jumpsuit, attached tail and black cat ears.
What size does it come in?
From 4 to 14 years old.
Pros and cons
Great costume for halloween as it's a full-body one and will keep kids warm. All you need is a bit of face paint for whiskers and the look is complete. Some reviewers had issue with the velcro on the tail.
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If you don't want to spend any money this year (many of us don't) then check out our ideas for home-made costumes.
