15 Last-Minute Family Halloween Costumes For The Parents With Zero Budget Or Time

"Whether you know someone who has an entire costume for every member of their family planned by July or you just know a family down the street who always manages to look cohesive, there's a chance you've thought about your own family's Halloween costume. But look, we don't have the time or the funds to create something over-the-top this year. So, if you just want a last-minute family Halloween costume, there are plenty of easy options."

"Wear these to the school Halloween party, to a neighborhood gathering, to a costume contest - wherever you want. But please know these last-minute family Halloween costumes are extremely easy because these are meant for the exhausted parents who have 30 minutes before trick-or-treating starts and want to join in the fun. You can make most of these with stuff out of your own closet, and there are options for every size family. So stop stressing - Halloween is supposed to be fun."

"If your kid loves all the easy-reading Frog and Toad books (or loves the series on Apple TV), this is such a fun costume to throw together. Make some frog and toad eyes with felt and pin them to the top of your and your kid's head, and then you just need some neutral-colored jackets and pants. Frog and Toad also have plenty of friends you can rope into your costume if you need more than just two looks."

Last-minute family Halloween costumes prioritize speed, low cost, and ease of assembly using mostly items from closets and simple craft supplies. The suggestions suit exhausted parents who have only thirty minutes before trick-or-treating and want to participate. Costumes work for school parties, neighborhood gatherings, and costume contests. Examples include Frog and Toad made with felt eyes and neutral clothing, Office characters assembled from typical office attire, and Room on the Broom witch variations with basic witch accessories. Many costumes allow additional family members or friends to join by adding small, distinctive props or clothing pieces.

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