Each year, Halloween seems to creep up on us. It’s the first festive holiday of the fall season, yet there’s always a scramble to piece together your Halloween costume vision.
Instead of opting for the usual cat ears or baseball cap and jersey that’s just getting old, the New York Post rounded up the ultimate list of last-minute Halloween costumes to order below — all of which are guaranteed to arrive to your doorstep by Oct. 31.
Whether you wish to tap into pop culture and dress up as Barbie this year (our version of TikTok’s Roman empire trend) or maybe you’re hunting down the most adorable Halloween costume for your baby, rest assured we have the options for you.
Oh, and if you’re attending a spooky season party this year, we want you to check out our guide to the best Halloween costumes for couples so you both can look and feel your best.
To take advantage of the express shipping times (aka, two-day shipping with Amazon Prime), be sure to sign up for an Amazon Prime membership — especially ahead of the retailer’s Prime Big Deal Days event that will kick off on Tuesday, Oct. 10.
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OK, we know we said the whole fuzzy animal ears thing was a bit overdone, but this adorable bat one-piece zip costume is a different story. Not only will it keep you warm in the chilly October weather but it’ll look dynamite with a pair of black booties and wicked cobweb tights.
How often do you think of the Roman empire? For the most TikTok-macho costume we could find, the Rubie’s Costume Co. Roman Body Armor Costume Accessory is the real deal for less than $25 on Amazon. Reviewers say the well-made costume looks exactly like the picture, too.
For a couples Halloween costume that’s not too tacky nor too overdone, the Hercicy Bee and Beekeeper Costume is what we recommend. Better yet, it comes with the men’s headpiece and bee antenna for you to have a full-throttle, fairly priced matching set.
Looking to fashion something a bit sexy this year? Our eyes are on the Tipsy Elves Adult Sexy Piñata Costume, the vibrant, fringed out costume with the most Instagram-ready aesthetic we’ve ever seen. With a pair of clear heels, you’re golden.
Without a doubt, the FutureMemories Fred and Wilma Flintstone Costume Set is one we’ve been loving for years. It’s a his and hers costume you don’t have to think twice about (and for that, we love it). Not to mention, it’s an idea everyone will recognize.
If you don’t love dressing up quite as much but still want to rock something festive this Halloween, we recommend the Leg Avenue Adult Scarecrow Poncho and Hat. It’s the epitome of the “cute fall aesthetic” we all love and crave. Not to mention, its speckled and textured look is simply divine.
Pro tip: take this idea up a notch by picking up some celebrity makeup artist-approved glitter eyeliners to paint some stitches and other art onto your makeup look.
There’s a reason why the hippie costume has lasted through the decades: it’s classic, cute and perfect if you’re in a pinch. With a vibrant and sensational floral pattern we love, it’s the ideal outfit to pair with fringe boots.
We were simply mind-blown when we came across this genius costume on Amazon. Enter your Halloween costume with a dress-up idea everyone loves: the pizza delivery guy. Coming in hot (as hot as your pizza) with the fitting hat, vest and pizza box, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will come in time.
Name a better duo than PB&J — we’ll wait. For an easy-to-toss-on costume that you can put on in a flash, the Spooktacular Creations Peanut Butter and Jelly Couples Halloween Costume is one we’ve seen for months and had to include in this list. Pro tip: carry jars of peanut butter and jelly to serve as props.
For a budget-friendly Halloween costume that you can wear on repeat, the KOFECIT 3-Piece Halloween Pumpkin Poncho Costume is one to add to your Amazon cart. Whether you’re off for trick-or-treating with family and friends or need something festive for an upcoming costume party, you’ll look chic and ready for the holiday with this overcoat.
We simply couldn’t resist. The Fun World Unisex Lil’ Monster Costume is the cold-weather, adorable Halloween costume you should add to your cart. It’s giving extreme “Monsters Inc.” vibes, and we’re totally here for its speckled, dotted and fur-coated charm.
Keep up with the trends with the InSpirit Designs Barbie Doll Box Girls’ Costume. Rest assured your little girl will be sporting the pretty-in-pink, unique costume of the century. Oh, and it’s sure to receive plenty of compliments during her school’s Halloween parade.
We’re very much into the Spooktacular Creations Baby Lobster Costume. After all, nobody can say this full-body crustacean costume is anything but adorable, and we love its cozy fit that’s ideal for trick-or-treating in the breezy cold.
Let’s taco bout the most fabulous, party-in-a-box kids Halloween costume we’ve seen. The Hicarer 2-Piece Halloween Kids Taco Costume is just shy of $25 and has all the toppings for your most decked-out Halloween yet. Not too cheesy, all too cute.
Shoot for the moon with the Spooktacular Creations Baby Astronaut NASA Pilot Infant Costume. It’s worthy of winning your prized costume contest this year, complete with an adorable full-body suit and all the stitched logo emblems. For extra flair, pick up some a plush rocket toy for your baby to hold.
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