Best Halloween Costumes: Top 10 Costumes of 10 Years [Costume Guide]

by |September 23, 2025
Categories: Cosplay, Costume Guides

Best Halloween Costumes of the Last 10 Years

As the largest online-only costume retailer in the world, HalloweenCostumes.com sees the trends first and keeps the hits coming back year after year. With more than 12,000 costumes to choose from, which ones truly ruled the last decade? We dug through the data to spotlight the all-time fan favorites, noting when they peaked, when they first landed in our catalog, and whether they're still crushing it today. Ready to relive the greatest hits? Let's count them down.

10. Pink Ladies Grease Costume Jacket

Pink Ladies Costume Jacket

Kid's T-Birds CostumeAdult Pink Ladies CostumeAdult T-Birds CostumeKid's Pink Ladies Costume

Grease is still the word, and our Pink Ladies jacket proves it. This easy, iconic topper lets your crew become Rizzo, Frenchy, Jan, or Marty in minutes. Or channel the sequel's Stephanie, Sharon, Paulette, and Rhonda for extra flair. It made its biggest splash in 2016 and has stayed a go-to for group looks ever since. With Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies revving nostalgia again, it's the perfect time to build your squad and cruise into Halloween like it's 1959.

9. Westley Costume from The Princess Bride

Princess Bride Westley Costume

Inigo Montoya CostumeDread Pirate Roberts Costume

Need more story from The Princess Bride? As you wish! Westley, a.k.a. the Dread Pirate Roberts, swept into our hearts and our carts as one of the standout Made By Us licenses. The look surged in 2019 and hasn't stopped fencing for the top ever since, answering shoppers' fairy-tale wishes with a swashbuckling mask, sash, and smirk. Whether you're romancing Buttercup or besting Inigo Montoya, this costume delivers storybook charm, quotable vibes, and just enough mystery to make any Halloween miracle true love.

8. Marty McFly Costume from Back to the Future

Back to the Future Marty McFly Costume

Adult Jennifer Parker CostumeToddler Doc Brown CostumeAdult Marty McFly Costume

Back to the Future remains a time-tested favorite. One of our earliest licenses, this Marty McFly outfit is an '80s all-star that hit 88 mph in 2014 and accelerated in 2015 when our Light-Up Shoes and Hoverboard accessories arrived to complete the BTTF II fantasy. The layered vest, denim, and attitude are pure retro fun, and the add-ons make it feel like you stepped out of the future (or past). When October rolls around, this pick is always ready for one more temporal jump.

7. Forrest Gump Costume

Running Forrest Gump Costume

Forrest Gump Running CostumeForrest Gump Jenny Costume

"Run, Forrest, run!" Well, he ran straight into Halloween legend. Our Forrest Gump costumes have been jogging along since the start, but they really found a second wind in 2020. Maybe it's the hippie beard, those bright red running shorts, or the irresistible optimism that keeps folks lacing up their sneakers. From Bubba Gump devotee to shrimp-boat captain, this outfit proves that classic Americana and big-hearted sincerity never go out of style.

6. Cher Costume from Clueless

Clueless Cher Costume

Cher Horowitz CostumeClueless Dee CostumeClueless Tai Costume

Are movie costumes popular? As if we even have to ask. Cher Horowitz's sunshine-yellow set from Clueless brings instant '90s style, razor-sharp smarts, and queen-bee attitude. Since 2018, it's been a top pick for Betties and Baldwins alike, turning hallways into runways and every party into a makeover montage. The look is easy to wear, instantly recognizable, and endlessly quotable. Proof that a matching set and a confident "ugh, as if!" is timeless fashion.

5. Deluxe Ghostbuster Costume

Ghostbuster Uniform Costume

Kid's Ghostbusters CostumeWomen's Ghostbusters CostumeDeluxe Men's Ghostbusters CostumeGirl's Ghostbusters Costume Dress

Who ya gonna call for costumes that consistently leap into the spotlight? Ghostbusters, of course! For nostalgia-seekers or brand new fans, our licensed Deluxe Ghostbuster suits keep topping the charts. Both adult and kids styles have been busting their way into best-seller territory since 2019, claiming top spot in 2024. Jumpsuits, name patches, and proton-pack vibes make squad costumes a cinch and our giant Ghostbusters décor and animatronics haunting neighborhood lawns haven't hurt either.

4. Macho Man Randy Savage Costume

Wrestler Macho Man Randy Savage Costume

Mankind CostumeHulk Hogan CostumeMacho Man CostumeUndertaker CostumeKane Costume

Oooh yeah! Macho Man Randy Savage strutted into the ring and claimed the belt in 2017, then kept dropping elbows on the competition year after year. Those fringed arm streamers, neon colors, and unmistakable shades turn every entrance into a title match. Whether you're cutting promos or posing for photos, this look pins the nostalgia meter and the fun factor. Snap into the vibe, brother, because this is an over-the-top crowd-pleaser that never throws in the towel, even when up against our other WWE costumes!

3. A League of Their Own Costumes

League of Their Own Dottie Costume

Coach Jimmy Dugan CostumeDottie Hinson Costume

There's no crying in Halloween. Just cheers for A League of Their Own. Our licensed collection has been in the lineup for over a decade, with Dottie and Jimmy frequently batting cleanup. Popularity really knocked it out of the park in 2021, and the momentum keeps swinging. With sizes for kids and adults, coaches and players, it's a natural for couples, families, and teams. Lace up the cleats, pull on the cap, and get ready to steal home in a uniform look for Halloween!

2. Prestige Ursula Costume from The Little Mermaid

Ursula Little Mermaid Costume

Flounder CostumesSebastian CostumeAriel CostumesKing Triton CostumesPrestige Ursula Costume

Those poor unfortunate souls… who don't claim an amazing Ursula outfit. Our most popular Ursula costume pairs a sheer top with a billowing inflatable tentacle skirt to summon instant deep-sea drama for any Little Mermaid costume scene. 2022 was her coronation year, but Ursula resurfaces every season to rule the costume seas. Bold, theatrical, and selfie-ready, it's a Disney Villain look with serious main-character energy. Add a wicked grin and splash of glitter to have the poor dears signing on the dotted line.

Honorable Mentions

Best Halloween Costumes and Accessories

Plus Size Jack Links Sasquatch CostumeDeluxe Hermione Costume for KidsKristoff CostumeNacho Libre CostumeBack to the Future Accessories

Before we get to our Number One Costume of All Time, there are so many more that almost made the list. Our oversized Jack Links Sasquatch proves that nothing can hide from this much fun. Hermione costumes are sweet, smart witchcraft. And Kristoff from Frozen is a rugged hunk with a warm heart. Adults go loco for Nacho Libre while Back to the Future remains a delight with our exclusive accessories. And White Gogo Boots? They're a year-round fashion cheat code that levels up everything from mod minis and disco nights to superhero spins.

1. Toddler Spider-Man Costume

Spider-Man Costumes for Toddlers

Marvel Spider-Man CostumeGhost Spider CostumeSpider-Man Toddler CostumeMiles Morales Costumes

The tiny hero takes the trophy! The Spider-Man Costume for Toddlers has been web-slinging past the competition every year since 2018, claiming its biggest win in 2023 and a close competition a year later! Spidey remains a perennial favorite no matter the season. Nothing beats a mini mask, heroic poses, and a comfortable fabric paired with a stuffed muscle shirt. (Not to mention the cast of characters that fill out an amazing Spider-Man group costume.)  Easy to wear, instantly adored, and perfect for trick-or-treat sprints, this pick sticks the landing and promises more great power (and candy) ahead. Friendly-neighborhood vibes and a fan-favorite!

That's our highlight reel, but the next decade is waiting. Browse HalloweenCostumes.com for exclusives you won't find anywhere else, from screen-accurate showstoppers to clever mashups and kid-ready classics. Mix in accessories, squad up with friends, and help us crown the champions of 2025. Whether you're chasing nostalgia or plotting something new, we'll outfit your story from head to toe. The only question left: which look gets your vote for number one? Comment and let us know your thoughts on the last decade and the next! We can't wait.

Mat Oliver

Mat Oliver is a Copywriter and Geeky Consult at HalloweenCostumes.com. He uses his MFA and nerd expertise to inspire fellow geeks everywhere to choose their wand, save the Crystals, or claim the Triforce. (Whatever it takes to make the most of their next adventure!)

As a life-long D&D geek, his favorite costumes include mischievous monsters and wise wizards alike. (You could say he practically lives in the Renaissance category!) He also hangs out @matwriteswords on Twitter when we let him out of the dungeon.


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