So you waited until the last minute to come up with cute couples costumes for halloween? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. In fact, waiting until Halloween week to even think about a costume is a tradition in my world.
These DIY costume ideas for couples are cheap, easy, and don’t require a craft degree or 27 Amazon deliveries. The best part is that most can be made with stuff you already have around the house.
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1. Black Cat & Witch
A black outfit, cat ears, and a witch hat. Add some Sharpie whiskers and black nose to the cat (Sharpie comes off with rubbing alcohol) and you’re both ready to conjure the night away.
2. Lifeguards
Red shirts and a white fabric marker. Write “LIFEGUARD” on the back and across your chest and carry a whistle (and yell “NO RUNNING!” all night).
3. Tourists
Hawaiian patterns, lei, and sandals with socks. Bonus points if you have a backpack.
4. Men in Black
Black suits, white shirts, and sunglasses. Perfect if you like the idea of looking mysterious without trying.
5. Vampire and Donor
Black clothes, red lipstick, slicked-back hair, and a little fake blood. Sexy, spooky, and so low effort.
6. Pajama Party Couple
Just wear your comfiest PJs and carry a blanket around. Extra points if you bring a pillow.
7. Netflix & Chill
One wears a red shirt with “Netflix,” the other blue with “Chill.” Very low effort, but people will groan like it’s a dad joke.
8. Farmers
Flannel shirts, jeans, and straw hats. Carry a basket of vegetables around with you because it’s harvest season.
9. Burglars
All-black pants or skirt, a black and white striped shirt, a black beanie and a bag with a dollar sign (or pillowcase). Cute criminal energy.
10. Greek God/Goddess
Wrap yourselves in sheets – toga style. Add gold accessories, flat sandals and some type of scepter and you’re ready to rule mere mortals.
11. Ghosts
The easy classic white bedsheets with eye hole cutouts. For a more secure fit, add a hat to attach under the sheet and a belt to cinch the waist.
12. Athletes
Sports jerseys, sneakers, and towels around your neck. Grab a spiked Gatorade and tell people you’re hydrating.
13. Baristas
Fitted shirts, aprons, name tags, and coffee cups. Perfect for coffee lovers.
14. Cowboy/Cowgirl
Plaid shirts, jeans, belts and hats. Cowboy boots complete the look. Don’t forget to practice your line dancing.
15. Zombies
Mess up your hair, add dark circles, put on your dirtiest ripped up clothes and stumble around. Don’t forget to moan “brains” every once in a while.
16. Work-from-Home Couple
Dressy tops, pajama bottoms, and coffee cups. Add some type of headset to complete the look.
17. Opposites
One wears all black, the other all white. When people ask you what you are, tell them “opposites attract.”
18. Rain Cloud & Sunshine
Gray outfit vs. yellow outfit. Use a hat and polyfil for the cloud and a headband with cardboard rays attached for the sun.
19. Bookworms
Sweaters, glasses, and books. Add a tote bag and tell everyone you’re headed to the library.
20. Hipsters
Plaid, beanies, scarves, and a “we liked Halloween before it was mainstream” attitude.
21. Artist and Painting
Paint-splattered clothes and a beret. Carry a pallette and brush around and paint your partner’s white shirt (canvas) throughout the night.
22. Doctor & Nurse
Lab coat labeled “Dr.” and scrubs for the nurse. Stethoscope for both of you.
23. Sleepy & Grumpy
Wear your comfiest pajamas. Sleepy can carry a pillow around and Grumpy can wear a scowl all night and tell everyone he needs a Snickers bar.
24. Devil & Angel
Red vs. white outfits with paper horns and halo. Perfect for couples who balance chaos and peace.
25. Peanut Butter & Jelly
Wear brown and purple shirts with “PB” and “J” taped on. Complete the look with a chest bump every once in a while.
26. 80s Workout Buddies
Neon leggings, headbands, and tank tops. Top it off with some ankle warmers for a more authentic look.
27. Cat & Dog
Ears and tails made from felt on headbands. Wrap some yarn around a belt for tails.
28. Barbie & Ken
Choose any themed version (beach, workout, etc.) and dress Barbie with a pink theme outfit and accessories. For Ken, choose a patterned collared shirt and solid bright shorts.
29. Hippies
Tie-dye shirts, bell bottoms, round glasses, and peace signs. Make love, not war.
Halloween doesn’t have to be expensive, complicated, or Pinterest-perfect. Half the fun of these easy couples costumes is using your imagination and getting creative with what you already have – and sharing a laugh at how good (or bad) your costume turned out.
Because let’s be honest – being an adult means you’re already pretending every day. Halloween just lets you pretend without the pretense.