When you’re bored with ghost and vampires, check out these creative, unique costume ideas for unusual Halloween costumes to stand out in the crowd this year.
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If you’re here, you’re probably like me. You’re not interested in dressing up for Halloween as a witch, ghost, or character from the highest grossing movie of the year. You want something different.
You want something people aren’t expecting. Something clever or funny or unique or obscure or downright strange.
I confess, I love obscure costumes. I love that they’re these little secrets shared only by people who can recognize them. The best of these costumes still work either as bizarre or scary for people who don’t know what they’re from. These aren’t generally the type of costume that you can pick up in a Halloween store all in one package. They aren’t “popular” enough to be mass produced. These unique costumes are ones you have piece together yourself from what’s available. I’m including a few of these ideas here with elements I’ve pulled together that can create a one of a kind costume.
For some people, obscure can go too far. Not everyone wants to dress up as a minor character from Good Omens that barely anyone will recognize. And not everyone wants to go through the trouble of making a costume from scratch.
But you still want something odd, something unusual. If what you want is a costume that will make people do a double-take, I’ve got you covered. I’ve gathered a bunch of costumes that if you roll up at a party wearing them, you’re going to get a big reaction.
If you’re thinking maybe this is a little too odd for you, check out my guides to the best Stranger Things Halloween costumes, best Avengers Halloween costumes, and best mermaid Halloween costumes of 2017 .
Trick or Treat, friends. Let’s get unusual.
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Twin Peaks is a classic show from the master of weird David Lynch. With the Twin Peaks: The Return remake coming out, this drama, murder mystery, comedy, surrealist soap opera is on our minds again. The Log Lady isn’t among the main characters to be sure, but she is maybe the most unique. For a Log Lady costume, first things first–you need a log. This Kikkerland Log Micro Bead Pillow for $15.54 is perfect because it looks just like a log but is a fraction of the weight and won’t give you splinters. The rest is just matching her outfit from the show.
Her iconic Red Glasses here for $7.99 have clear lenses meant to be used as a costume so there’s no worry about straining your eyes. For the Log Lady’s layered look, begin with a dark blue Turtleneck from $11.17, then a musterd yellow Plaid Button Down Shirt from $9.99, and cover that with this $10.31 Chunky Knit Cardigan. If you’re going for detail, an Acorn Pin at the neckline for $9.95 and this $17.99 Bobbed Wig are the finishing touch. Now you’re ready walk around dispensing the wisdom of The Log.
Price: $15.54 (9 percent off MSRP)
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For a costume that no one will expect but everyone will love, try this Sloth Costume. This incredibly soft, onesie pajama-style costume is comfortable, works for lots of body types, and is great for any gender. Your adorable sloth head in on the hood so your face isn’t covered or obstructed for when you need to dig into the Halloween candy. The arms have attached gloves for the three-toe look, but you can slip your hands out of the gloves to have full use of them. The back has an adorably droopy butt and tiny sloth tail, as well as a zipper to make using the bathroom less of an ordeal. This costume can almost guaranteed squeals from cute overload.
Price: From $39.95
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If I were going to wear one of the costumes from this list, it would absolutely be this one. I love Rusty Lake games. I love their puzzles and I love how completely unsettling they are. The Corrupted Soul is the image that freaks me out the most. I won’t get to much into the mystery of Rusty Lake, but whenever you see the Corrupted Soul, nothing good is about to happen. For a profoundly unsettling costume, it’s easy and fairly cheap to assemble. Start with this Black Zentai Bodysuit with holes for eyes for $29.99. For the eyes, check out my guide to the best Halloween makeup palettes so you can paint your exposed skin either white or red. Add Black Antlers worn as a headband for $14.59 and you’ve got a creepy Corrupted Soul costume that will freak everyone out and scare Rusty Lake fans even more.
Carry around some captured memories, I mean, this White Cube for $27.08 or a $15.65 Stuffed Parrot as a stand in for Harvey.
Price: $29.99
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Sometimes Millennials just have to embrace the stereotypes we’ve been given. This one-piece avocado costume turns you into one of Millennials favorite things. It’s a one size fits most kind of thing so just be aware. The fabric is thin, but for a costume that’s going over your head, you wouldn’t want anything too thick or else you’ll overheat.
For a darker, more Halloween-y take on this avocado costume, show up to the party with a big bowl of guacamole, Hannibal Lector Mask, and Fake Chef Knife .
Price: $59.99
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Of the many jaw-dropping news items from this year, former House Press Secretary Sean Spicer hiding in the bushes from reporters will be one we won’t soon forget. This Sean Spicer Tee Shirt is the foundation. From there, all you need to turn your self into a bush is some fake leaves. This 12 pack of Fake Banyan Branches for $13.98 is plenty to turn yourself into some shrubbery. There’s a total of 420 leaves to do with as you please. Grab an old pair of pants you don’t care about and either start gluing these leaves on one at a time, or hot glue on whole branches. You’ll definitely get a laugh.
Price: $16.99
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It’s not just adults who want to stand out. This kids’ Morphsuit of Zalgo is going to turn heads with the way it looks like your body disappears at the waist. Zalgo is an internet urban legend out of Creepypasta, a site that brings together stories that will never allow you to sleep again. This one-piece body suit covers every inch of your body and even includes white claws on the ends of your fingers. This is a plus for being fully transformed, but a minus if your little one is claustrophobic. The fabric is thin to prevent over-heating, but if you’re planning to be out at night in a colder climate, it could get chilly. This suit does run a little small, so keep that in mind when ordering.
This morphsuit is also available in Adult Sizes .
Price: $34.99
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If you’re looking for a couples costume that hasn’t been done to death like the whole salt and pepper or plug and outlet thing, check out this Bob Ross and painting costume. Who doesn’t love Bob Ross? It’s just a happy little costume! This package comes with a wig, fake beard, palette, and paintbrush for whichever one of you will be playing Bob Ross and a smock-style painting dress for whoever will be the canvas. For Bob, any light colored button down shirt will do. Don’t tie yourself down by traditional gender roles either, anyone of any gender can be Bob Ross or the painting.
