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My three year old and I have spent the better part of the last year discussing the best Halloween costumes for kids. In the past, my husband and I have made big decisions – recreating my husband’s childhood clothes and figuring that Pluto would be a safe bet for his dream clothes just before Disneyland’s second birthday. But this year is different. Our son has graduated to being a talkative and talkative child, and with this new role comes a big decision: Will he be a dinosaur or Spider-Man?
With this important selection to come, we are also including seasonal and comfortable clothing for children. Below, I’ve narrowed it down to trending picks, all-star classics, cool and warm outfits that will suit any season, and the perfect Halloween outfit.
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How I tried and chose the best Halloween costumes for kids
When I put together this list, I focus on safety, parental approval, and children’s comfort (because if they’re not comfortable, they won’t wear it, no matter how cute you think it looks). Here’s what I researched and reviewed:
- First defense: I also mentioned the recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) to ensure that all clothing here is free for serious needs:
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Sharp or hard weapons (such as swords, sticks, or clubs)
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Decorative glasses
- Masks that cover the faces of young people
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- Approved by parents: I also polled the BabyCenter Community to see what my fellow parents think makes clothes “important” – because you all know what they are. The agreement states that clothing must be:
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Inexpensive (most under $50)
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Easy to get on and off (due to breathing)
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Comfortable enough to wear all night
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Warm enough or easy to layer on cold nights
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Notable (no “and what should you be?” moment at the neighbor’s door)
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- Tested for: Finally, as a woman who goes to Halloween, I drew comments from my family – because let’s be real, if a costume looks amazing but is itchy, heavy, or difficult to put on or take off, it won’t make it through the front door.
Halloween costume safety information
Many Halloween costumes, including some on this list, are not safe to wear in car seats, It will open a new windowLike any large clothing, it can interfere with your child’s car seat harness. If you are planning to drive your child to a Halloween event, remove any large items until you reach your destination.