Popular Halloween Costumes Ideas for 2021

By Jenna Lewis, Sarah Park, Staff Writer

With Halloween right around the corner, there is a lot of hype around costumes. Since last year many people, unfortunately, took a break from the holiday, this year should bring some unique ideas. Here is a sneak peek of this year’s most popular and trendy costumes from our very own Wayne Hills students and teachers. 

1. Dark Angel

Girl in dark angel costume
Courtesy of Pinterest

Not your average Devil/Angel costume, but this dark angel features a perfect mix of cute, yet scary. This simple costume can be put together easily as well. Just buy a set of black wings and a halo, throw together a few black clothing pieces from your closet, and there you go!

2. Baseball Players

Girls wearing Yankees jerseys
Courtesy of Sarah Park

The month of October is not only made for Halloween but it is made for baseball! With the World Series Championship (CQ) coming up, it is a perfect time to represent your favorite team. As shown in the photo on the left, a jersey of your favorite player, perhaps Aaron Judge (#99) (CQ) or Gio Urshela (#29) (CQ), and a flat cap will make your costume!

Senior Julie Jenkins said, “This year I had to go with being a player from my favorite team. I already had the jersey and hat in my closet, so it was a simple and easy option as well.”

3. Disney Princesses

With Windsor Stores’ new launching of their Halloween Line, they have featured some cute princess costumes for you and your squad. Some include Ariel, Tinker Bell, Cinderella, and Belle. (CQ)

Senior Carly Collins says “This year I’m dressing up as Cinderella. she’s my favorite Disney Princess. And with Windsor’s new line, I only had to go to one place to find my costume.”

Girl in TinkerBell Costume
Courtesy of Windsor.com

 

Boy in Space jam jersey
Courtesy of Target.com

4. Space Jam Characters
With the newest version of Space Jam featuring Lebron James making its debut this year, (CQ) the “Tune Squad” jerseys have become very popular for both males and females. You can get this two-piece jersey from stores like Party City, target, or even on Amazon.

5. Squid Games Character

With the prodigious rise of Netflix’s show, Squid Games, this Halloween is a perfect opportunity to dress like one of these characters! With a green jumpsuit and some white shoes, you are all set to be a “player.” And with a red jumpsuit and a black mask, you can be a worker!