Readers Share Their Best Childhood Halloween Costumes and They are Adorable

published Oct 31, 2017

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We’ll be honest, this post is little more than an excuse to look at cute kids in cute costumes. We asked for your favorite, most adorable, most out-there childhood costumes and you delivered. Revel in all this glorious Halloween nostalgia.

1985: My aunt made this costume for me, and I recall wearing it every chance I could until I outgrew it. My sister had one as well, of Patty O’Green. We made quite the pair! (Image credit: Submitted by Beverly)

Shout out to all the creative parents who made some really impressive costumes and let their kids commit to some of the more out-there ideas. We’ve got home made masterpieces, repurposed recital costumes and some truly great masks.

Thanks to everyone who shared their photos! It was truly a joy to read all of your great write ups and see your cute faces!