What are the plans for this Halloween? For most moms, that thought hasn't even crossed their minds quite yet. I usually go as Tired Mom Who Stayed Up All Night Sewing Her Child the Perfect Costume. (It's a winner!) You put so much work into making the night magical for your kids, your own costume is often just an afterthought, if you consider it at all.
I do feel like a party-pooper when I take my son trick-or-treating without wearing any costume at all. After all, the night is supposed to be a fun and silly outing, not a literal zombie walk.Â
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But to be honest, who has the energy to figure out a grown-up getup after working about the little one's, not to mention the time or money? Plus, some of us are a little too shy to go out in full character to begin with.
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So for moms who want to play along but don't want to spend a lot of money or time on it (aka pretty much all of us!), we have some ideas. These costumes are simple, sweet, and will totally get your kid in the Halloween spirit too. Here are 11 super easy Mom Halloween costumes that match your kids and won't break the bank.
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Elsa From 'Frozen'
Kids are STILL obsessed with the movie Frozen, so chances are pretty good you may get a request for an Elsa or Anna costume. (Elsa costume, $30 from Party City)
Sven the Reindeer From 'Frozen'
Don't have time to whip up a matching Princess Anna costume? Go as Kristoff's faithful reindeer, Sven, just by wearing antlers. (Plush reindeer antlers headband, $5 at Party City)
Raphael From 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are back in a big way this year. And it looks like turtle Raphael is going to be one of the most popular costumes this Halloween. (Raphael, $20 from Party City)
April O'Neil From 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'
If your child wants to be Raphael, you don't have to go turtle, too. Go as their human sidekick, April O'Neil, with jeans, T-shirt, and a yellow jacket. (Yellow windbreaker, $30 from LL Bean)
Elmo
Toddlers are crazy about Elmo — and they look so cute dressed up as the loveable furry red monster. (Elmo, $30 from Spirit of Halloween)
'Sesame Street' Itself!
If your little one is going as his or her favorite Sesame Street character (Elmo, Zoe, or Abby), you could go as one of the human cast members. Or, even better, wear this logo T-shirt and go as Sesame Street itself! (Sesame Street T-shirt, $20 from TVMoviesDepot.com)
Captain America
Captain America makes a very heroic Halloween costume. (Captain America costume, $40 from Shopko)
Black Widow
For a costume that goes well with Captain America, dress up as his fellow Avenger, Black Widow. Wear a red, bobbed wig with black jeans and a jacket. (Red Black Widow Wig, $9 from Blockbuster Costumes)
Wicked Witch
You can't go wrong with a witch costume. Everyone has to try this at least once in a childhood. (Classic girl's witch costume, $20 from Costume Super Center)
The Witch's Cat
If you're escorting a witch or any other classic Halloween character, be a black cat by wearing black clothes, cat ears, and tail. Done! (Black Cat Ears and Tail, $10 from Spirit of Halloween)
Spider-Man
Almost every little boy I've ever known has gone through a Spider-Man phase. It's almost inevitable. (Spider-Man Costume, $17 from Walmart)
Spider-Man's Aunt May
Who better to support your little web-slinger than Aunt May? Just tie a scarf around your head and put on your frumpiest long coat. (Vintage head scarf, $6 from Etsy)
Princess Aurora (aka Sleeping Beauty)
Princess costumes are huge with little girls, but thanks to the movie Maleficent, Princess Aurora is especially popular now. (Princess Aurora costume, $32 from Official Move Costumes)
Maleficent
You can play opposite Princess Aurora or any other Disney princess by wearing Maleficent's horns. Go ahead and flaunt your wickedness. (Maleficent horns, $17 from Official Disney Costumes)
Harry Potter & Hermione
Kids' love of all things Potter shows no signs of slowing down. And it doesn't hurt that these robes are extra cozy on a chilly late-October night! (Gryffindor costumes, $35 from Buy Costumes)
Harry Potter's Mom, Lily Evans Potter
Don't feel like donning wizard robes to match? Try dressing as Harry's mother, Lily Evans Potter. All you need is an auburn wig, a black turtleneck, and a brave smile. (Auburn wig, $17 from Amazon)
Firefighter
With those shiny red trucks, what little adventurer wouldn't want to be a firefighter for Halloween? (Firefighter costume, $28 from Oriental Trading)
Emergency Medical Technician
Play a supporting role to your fire fighter by going as an EMT. Tape yellow or white duct tape to the edges of a black coat and pants and write "EMT" in white tape on the front of your jacket. (Yellow duct tape, not shown, $5 from Home Depot)
Little Athlete
Little athletes look so cute in sports team uniforms, whether they're dressing up as pint-size football players or something else. (Football player costume, $14 from Sears)
Referee
You can play the ref with a black and white striped shirt. After all, isn't that already your job as a parent? (Referee shirt, $15 from Epic Sports)
Gamora From 'Guardians of the Galaxy'
Guradians of the Galaxy is HUGE right now, so we're thinking you may have a Gamora or a Star-Lord in the family. (Gamora costume, $35 from Totally Costumes)
Rocket Raccoon From 'Guardians of the Galaxy'
All you need is this cute, toasty raccoon hat to join the Guardians of the Galaxy fun as Rocket Raccoon. (Raccoon hat, $26 at Accessory Insanity)
