DIY Halloween Costumes at Goodwill

2024 Halloween Lookbook

Want an award-winning look on a less-than-Hollywood budget? We've got you covered. Click on your favorite character for all the costume details.

Need more inspo? We’ve got all the clothes, accessories and props you need to turn your costume into a one-of-a-kind showstopper. Tag us on social media to see your spooky ensembles featured right here.

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was spent on costumes in 2023. Here's how that breaks down:

$1.4B on children’s costumes
$2B on adult costumes
$700m on pet costumes
$108.24 spent per costume on average
Our take: that's a lot of dough for something you may only wear once. Shop sustainably at Goodwill instead.

Source: National Retail Federation

pre-packaged costumes are made of oil-based plastic materials, designed for single-use and likely to end up in a landfill.

Source: Marketplace