DealDash Last-Minute Halloween 2025 Costume Ideas
Halloween is coming! If you haven’t rounded up your family’s costumes yet, don’t worry, there’s still (a little) time left.
Picture it: it’s the night before Halloween, and the costumes still aren’t ready. Maybe the store shelves are empty, or maybe time just got away from you (it happens to the best of us). The good news? You can still pull off a fun, creative costume with things you already have around the house. Whether you need a quick fix for the kids or something clever for the adults, these last-minute Halloween costume ideas will save the day, no sewing, hot glue, or panic required. Read on for some fun suggestions from DealDash.
Kids’ Costume: Quick and Clever
Kids don’t need fancy costumes to have a blast on Halloween night. Start by raiding their closets for solid colors or themed pieces you can build on. A yellow shirt and black tape stripes make an instant bumblebee. A red hoodie and paper “spikes” taped down the back turn into a dragon. You can even use face paint for a fast transformation, such as whiskers for a cat, freckles for a scarecrow, or lightning bolts for a superhero. The trick is to keep it simple and playful.
If you’re really in a pinch, grab an empty cardboard box and let your child decorate it. Suddenly, they’re a robot, a race car, or even a vending machine. The bonus? It doubles as an art project and gives them a sense of pride in their homemade creation.
Easy Adult Costumes (for Parties or Trick-or-Treating Sidekicks)
For adults, last-minute costumes can be just as fun, and often more clever. A black outfit and a paper name tag with “Hello, my name is Error” makes a low-effort tech joke. A white shirt with cut-out colored circles turns you into a bag of gumballs. If you have a plaid shirt and jeans, grab a toy axe and call yourself a lumberjack. For couples, go as salt and pepper (matching t-shirts labeled “S” and “P”) or red and yellow outfits for ketchup and mustard.
If you’re joining the kids for trick-or-treating, you can coordinate without going overboard. Parents can match a child’s costume theme, if the kids are superheroes, wear a cape; if they’re animals, pop on a pair of ears or a tail. You’ll fit the mood while keeping things easy and comfortable.
Household Heroes: Costumes Made from Everyday Items
When time is short, creativity is your best accessory. Towels become capes, a laundry basket turns into a “bubble bath” with white balloons, and aluminum foil makes instant robot armor or a “space explorer” look. Even kitchen supplies can come in handy, wrap yourself in brown paper and call it a “leftover burrito” or tape snacks to a shirt and be a “snack attack.” These silly, low-stress costumes often get the biggest laughs.
DealDash Has Seasonal Home Decor
If you love spooky season, be sure to visit DealDash to check out seasonal home decor. On DealDash you will find autumnal-colored rugs, yummy scented candles, and all sorts of other home decor you will love. Simply check out the Home, Garden, and Tools category for items you will love for decorating your home.
Thanks for Reading
You don’t need weeks of planning or a trip to the craft store to celebrate Halloween in style. With a little imagination and a peek through your closets, you can pull together something fun in minutes. The best costumes are the ones that make you smile. And sometimes, the quickest ones end up being the most memorable. So grab your tape, markers, and a sense of humor, and get ready to wow the neighborhood, no glue gun required. Thanks so much for reading, and happy bidding everyone!
This sponsored DealDash blog article was written by Dawn E, a mother of 3 who loves DealDash. Dawn was compensated for writing this article. Check out Dawn and her cats on Instagram! This blog is written by real DealDash customers. The opinions and advice shared here represent our customers’ views and not those of the company.
