sad swifty costume
Even if she never had a chance to see the Eras tour in person (thank you, Ticketmaster!), she’ll appreciate the idea. Wear a fun sparkly dress and a lightweight foam core printout that mimics a computer screen displaying the sad news: “Line has been suspended.”
sports day costume
This is for sporty teenagers. This idea is easy to put together (you can even scavenge your wardrobe for old uniforms) and they will be comfortable all day long. Grab your trophy or prop racket, put on your referee shirt and let your pup join in on the fun.
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snow globe costume
Becky Luigert Stayner
Celebrate your child’s favorite place with this clever snow globe costume idea. Get creative and create themed displays paired with transparent umbrellas. Make sure your costume matches the theme too!
Get the snow globe costume instructions.
cotton candy queen
This idea is nice without being too sweet for kids. Wear her favorite pink dress (the more frills, the better!). For the headpiece, attach pink fiberfill to the headband and place a striped paper cone on top.
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cute monster
ragingmemories.com
Pairing a monster-themed onesie with face paint makes for an easy, comfortable, and fun Halloween costume. Artistic tweens will enjoy doing their own makeup.
For more information, see Cultivating Memories.
dora the explorer
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What’s the best part about dressing up as this beloved character?Your tween probably already has most of these items in her closet.
Learn more about Instagrammer Zima Reyes (@zimareyes).
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UFO costume
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storm cloud costume
Unplugged Family / Instagram
Another look at the Unplugged family. When the LED string lights flash, they look just like real lightning.
To create the storm clouds: Start with a black sombrero. Cover the top of the hat with flashing battery-powered LED string lights and attach with tape. Add a generous layer of stuffing. Add more layers of lights and more stuffing on top. Give it a dark, stormy look with a few short sprays of gray spray paint. Cut out a large raindrop shape from the blue felt and attach it to the hat with blue thread. Complete your look with black clothing and neon rain boots.
buy led string lights
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starbucks cup costume
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“This has got to be the easiest and quickest costume I’ve ever made,” the mother who created the costume posted on Instagram @creativearttable. The life-sized Starbucks cup she made at the request of a teenager was not only super easy and adorable, but also won a homemade costume contest. What is the secret of straws? Adhesive lame foam sheet.
Get the Starbucks Cup Costume Tutorial.
buy glitter foam sheets
cactus costume
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Tween Instagram influencer Natalie Isabella rocks this school-ready costume. If your child already has a green top and pants or skirt in their closet, all they need are a few accessories.
For more information, please visit @natalie_izabella_1.
Buy Cactus Headband
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serena williams costume
jane merritt
If your tween was glued to the TV watching Serena play in her final tournament this year at the 2022 U.S. Open, this costume is the perfect way to pay homage to her hero.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
lumberjack costume
leggings & latte
Need some last minute costume ideas? We’ve found it in this lumberjack outfit. You may already have some items in your closet.
Get the tutorial at Leggings ‘N’ Lattes.
buy flannel shirt
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Nyan cat costume
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Memes that are known for being cute have become tweens this year! Pair gray cat ears with a rainbow-colored tutu and socks, pull out construction paper and glue to create pixelated cardboard “Pop-Tarts” and attach them to the shirt.
buy cat ears
deer costume
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Make your own deer costume for teens on YouTube. For similar makeup, check out Cristina Viseu’s deer antler tutorial and Pretty Casual’s deer makeup tutorial for kids. For the outfit, cut an oval shape from a sheet of white faux craft fur and attach it to a tan dress or shirt.
buy fake fur
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fairy costume
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Fairies are one of the best Halloween costumes for any age group. You can also reuse the feathers for another costume in another year. Based on your favorite dress.
For fairy wings, check out Andrea’s Notebook tutorial. It’s a little different than the wing pictured here, but I like how her description is so relatable.
aviator
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Teens who love all things aviation, or who are always looking at boxes of old family photos from generations, will step out in this vintage-style aviator look. They might imagine themselves as Amelia Earhart, Orville, Wilbur Wright, or Bessie Coleman.
Shop aviator hats and goggles
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Invent your own superhero
Rich Vintage // Getty Images
Start with something your child already has, like a basketball uniform, and add on from there.
buy masks and capes
renaissance princess
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What would you do if your child woke up and found out they were about to grow 3 inches taller? Jamie, the blogger and crafty mom who created this Halloween costume for her daughter, shares her valuable tips on Instagram. I shared it. “I sized up and added 3 inches to the hem, so I can continue to wear the costume at Renaissance festivals for years to come.” ”
Get the tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom.
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mermaid costume
The house built by Lars
If the advance buzz about Halle Bailey playing Ariel in Disney’s live-action version of The Little Mermaid (2023) has inspired your tween, it’s time to show off her fins. Of course, you can buy an Ariel costume, but if you’re smart, this homemade version will be super cute.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
buy blue eyeshadow
gumball machine costume
Camry Noel via Cute Girls Hairstyle
Terry Robertson is Country Living’s Senior Digital Editor and shares a lifelong love of homes, gardens, home cooking, and antiques.
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