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35 Men’s Halloween Costumes Every Guy Can Pull Off
Half of the fun of Halloween is pulling together a show-stopping costume (the other half is consuming all of the candy). But if you're not a huge fan of dressing up or are looking for last-minute ideas that don't require a lot of effort, you're in luck! Our list of simple and easy Halloween costumes for men include a bunch of creative options.
You can opt for a store-bought costume, complete with masks and props that rival what you see in the best scary movies. But another option is to go for a DIY costume that's made up of items that you already have in your closet (and if you’re running low on time or love the thrill of creating something from nothing, this may be the best route to take). So pull out a button down shirt and pair of suspenders for a funny interpretation of Family Matters’ Steve Urkel, or repurpose your favorite black suit and shades and become one half of Men in Black for something a little cooler.
If you’re aiming for first place at your neighbor’s annual Halloween party or just want to be one of the best dressed dads at your child’s trunk-or-treat event, these quick and clever costumes are just for you. And trust us, eve "lazy costumes" can still be Halloween-approved!
Looking for more great ideas? We've got costumes for the whole family.
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1) Where's Waldo Costume
Where's Waldo
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$29.95
Unlike Waldo himself, you'll definitely standout in this classic costume. The red and white stripe hat and sweater can be recognized anywhere and can be bought or DIY'd.
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2) 'When Life Gives You Lemons' Costume
When life gives you lemons, make them a costume! If you have lemons laying around at home, then you already have half of this costume down. Add a white t-shirt with an iron-on "Life" decal and you'll be ready to go.
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3) Michael Jackson "Thriller" Costume
Rubie's
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$64.99
Channel your inner pop star and dance moves because it’s the perfect night to dress up in Michael Jackson’s red Thriller costume. You’ll be dancing the night away with zombies and werewolves.
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4) Steve Urkel Costume
Party City
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$37.29
Push up your glasses with one finger and sprinkle "Did I do that?" into conversation to complete the look.
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5) Disguise Men's Mr. Incredible Classic Muscle Adult Costume, red, XL (42-46)
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6) Inspector Gadget Costume
If you already have a trench coat and a fedora on hand, then this is the perfect DIY costume for you!
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7) Chef Costume
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$31.05
When you throw on this chef's jacket and hat over a pair of black pants, you'll get an easily believable chef. Add in a bowl and whisk from your kitchen and your costume will be *chef's kiss*.
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8) Pizza Delivery Man Costume
This is the perfect last-minute costume if you're running especially low on time. It'll only take a few minutes to pull together jeans and a t-shirt. If you had pizza the night before, grab the empty box to really bring the costume together. Have someone else go as this DIY pizza slice for added flare.
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9) Clark Kent Superman Youth T-Shirt Costume Transform Tie Super Hero Adult
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10) Rubie's mens Star Trek Into Darkness Costume, Captain Kirk Shirt With Emblem costume apparel tops, Gold, Small US
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11) Blessing in Disguise Halloween Costume
Everyone at the Halloween party will be #blessed when you grace them with your punny presence. Spell out "blessing" with iron-on letters and then craft a clever disguise with a fake mustache, glasses and cape.
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12) 'Men in Black' Halloween Costume
Here comes the Men in Black! Pair your finest black suit with some slick shades to show everyone that you're on a mission — a mission to make sure the aliens at the party stay under control.
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13) Smart Cookie Halloween Costume
Show people what matters most to you — smarts and sweets — by adhering a dozen cookie cut-outs to an old graduation gown.
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14) Movie Theater Floor Halloween Costume
For a creative ode to your favorite activity (going to the movies!), stick empty candy boxes, wrappers, popcorn kernels and old movie tickets to a plain black t-shirt. You might want to keep a few extra candy boxes on hand to snack on throughout the night.
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15) Rip Wheeler from 'Yellowstone' Halloween Costume
John Dutton may be the main one to watch on Yellowstone, but all eyes are on Rip and Beth. Even if you don't have a partner or best friend to play Beth's part, you can fly solo in this ranch-inspired getup.
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16) 'Grapes of Wrath' Halloween Costume
Here's a book-inspired costume that avid readers will seriously appreciate. Take it back to high school literature class with this punny take on Grapes of Wrath: Pin purple balloons to a purple t-shirt ), write out the author's name in white stick-on letters and wear a leafy crown on your head.
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17) Farmer Halloween Costume
Bust out your favorite flannel and pair of overalls to make this last-minute costume come to life. While you could leave it as-is, craft a "USDA Organic" pin to really seal the deal.
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18) '50 Shades of Grey' Halloween Costume
Years after its initial release, people are still talking about Fifty Shades of Grey — and rightly so. For a punny take on this steamy read, tape grey paint swatches — say, 50? — to a plain t-shirt.
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19) Bob Ross Halloween Costume
Even without Happy Tree, this costume is still party material, especially when you carry around a paint palette all night long.
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20) Ron Burgundy From 'Anchorman' Halloween Costume
Stay classy and pour yourself a glass of scotch to take this classic Anchorman costume to the next level. To recreate, simply pick out your finest burgundy suit, groom your 'stache and give your hair some volume.
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21) Error 404 Halloween Costume
Throw together this costume seconds before you head out the door by adding iron-on letters or black stickers to a white t-shirt.
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22) Chip Gaines From 'Fixer Upper' Halloween Costume
Turn Halloween into #DemoDay by dressing up in your ready-to-reno look with a drill, hammer or another tool of your choice. Next stop: Waco!
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23) Hawaiian Punch Halloween Costume
Take inspiration from your favorite childhood juice with this pun-worthy costume, complete with a Hawaiian shirt and boxing gloves
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24) American Gothic Halloween Costume
Become an instant classic by sticking your face in a framed print of Grant Wood's iconic painting. The best part? You can wear whatever clothes you want — jeans, sweats, you name it.
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25) Jack Pearson From 'This Is Us' Halloween Costume
Make all of the party-goers swoon by showing up as one of TV's most-loved dads, and well, men. To really commit to the costume, carry around three dolls that resemble the Big Three from This Is Us.
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26) Dr. Pepper Halloween Costume
Now that you have a mini-me, you have even more reasons to play dress up on Halloween. Throw on a doctor's costume and dress your baby as a pepper ... get it?
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27) Bruce Springsteen Halloween Costume
Take a note from Carson Daly's rocker getup from Halloween a few years back by layering a denim vest over a leather jacket for Bruce Springsteen's signature look. To really prove that you're "Tougher Than the Rest," wear as many bandanas as possible.
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28) Elton John Halloween Costume
Elton John leans into the sparkle, color and maximalism in fashion. Take inspiration from Harry Styles' version of Elton by wearing a head-to-toe sequin look similar to the one Elton wore during his concert at Dodgers Stadium.
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29) Brawny Man Halloween Costume
The party host will love you if you show up in this costume. Why? Because you can wipe up any spills or crumbs with Brawny paper towels a.k.a. your costume's most notable accessory.
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30) Ferris Bueller From 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' Halloween Costume
Because you've always wanted to see what life was like as an '80s heartthrob. Celebrate your day off the Ferris Bueller way by layering a suede jacket over a coordinating sweater vest over a crisp white tee.
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31) Jon Snow From 'Game of Thrones' Halloween Costume
Pay tribute to your favorite HBO show with this Winterfell-approved costume. Sword included.
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32) Mister Rogers Halloween Costume
Bring cheer to the Halloween party by dressing as everyone's childhood hero, Mister Rogers. It's seriously simple to pull off: Pair any red cardigan with tan slacks.
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33) Doc Brown and Marty McFly From 'Back to the Future' Halloween Costumes
Step 1: Grab one of your closest friends. Step 2: Shop your closets. Step 3: Become one of Hollywood's most dynamic duos.
For Doc Brown:
For Marty McFly:
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34) Mendl's Man From 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' Halloween Costume
Don't show up the party empty-handed. Stay on-theme by baking Mendl's famous courtesan au chocolat pastry and packaging it in a white box.
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35) Toy Soldier Halloween Costume
Green spray paint turns thrift store finds into a costume to remember. Remember: Leave no man behind!
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