64 Easy and Work-Appropriate Costumes That'll Be the Talk of the Office
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Celebrating holidays in the office always makes the workday a bit more fun, and Halloween is no exception. Whether you're having an office Halloween party, competing in a costume contest with your coworkers, or just spreading holiday cheer, you'll need a work-appropriate Halloween costume to help you celebrate. But the question is, what to wear? It can't be too risqué or scary (you probably want to leave that Scream mask at home 😂) and you don't want anything too elaborate or over-the-top so you can stay comfortable for your daily tasks.
Luckily, this list of the best work Halloween costumes is here to inspire and guide you toward office stardom. No matter the office Halloween party themes, these outfits are work-appropriate, tasteful, and will show your coworkers your creative side. Plus—most of them count as easy Halloween costumes thanks to items you can simply DIY or find in your closet already. Prepare to make everyone smile with a punny "Smart Cookie" outfit, a crafty Pac-Man '80s costume, or a look inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge. You could even go all-in on the "office" theme by dressing up as a bouquet of pencils or actual characters from The Office! Or, if a best friend costume is more your thing, ask your work wife to join in on the fun: You two can show up dressed as Lucy and Ethel from I Love Lucy—or perhaps you'd prefer to channel Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire in an unforgettable Western costume.
Whatever you choose, you're bound to have a good time if you approach the whole thing with a positive attitude. Think of it this way: you're about to get a bonus day of spooky celebrations!
'70s Costume
Peace out! Grab your grooviest garb and throw it back to the '70s with this costume that doesn't take much effort at all. If you want to take it up a notch, DIY a hippie headpiece too.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Barbiecore Costume
Come on Barbie, let's go to an office costume party! All it takes to put a work-friendly spin on the most popular look of the year is a whole lot of pink!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Ice Cream Costume
It doesn't get much sweeter than this ice cream cone costume made of a scalloped white shirt with cardstock sprinkles and a tan skirt. A balloon headband is the cherry on top... literally!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Belle Costume
You're never too old to play the part of a princess—especially on Halloween! Bonus: it's easy to copy Belle's village outfit using a blue dress, white apron, and ballet flats.
Get the tutorial at Brit+Co.
Beehive Costume
A bright yellow dress decorated with bee decals then paired with a beehive hairdo to match will be all the buzz at the office! Finish the look off with flower earrings, black golves, and black shoes with white socks.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Casey Becker Costume
Now here's an option that'll really make you Scream! While you might not want to wear a mask to work, you can take on the iconic horror character Casey Becker by donning a few items you might already own. You'll need a tan sweater, jeans, and a blonde wig. The fake knife is probably best left at home.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Cactus Costume
We're stuck on this idea! You can be too when you DIY the succulent costume using a green dress, white yarn for the spikes, and multicolored yarn for the flower headband.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Gilmore Girls Costume
We all know that fall is the perfect time to rewatch Gilmore Girls, so why not make it the perfect costume too? A button-down shirt, cardigan, plaid skirt, knee-high socks, and a few other accessories come together to make it happen.
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Pink Ladies Costume
Grab your work besties and get ready for Rydell High! You'll need an all-black outfit and the iconic Pink Ladies jacket, of course. Add a pair of cat eye glasses and other creative accessories to really seal the deal.
Get the tutorial at Camille Styles.
Greenhouse Costume
This idea will really grow on you... get it? That's not really necessary though because it's as cute as can be right from the start! To turn yourself into a greenhouse, you'll need a green dress, flower iron-ons, a watering can full of faux flowers, and a cardboard house hat.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
A League of Their Own Costume
Step up to the plate this Halloween and show off your all-star style by wearing a Rockford Peaches costume to work. You can make your own with a few clothing items, then finish it off with a Peaches patch and an “R” baseball cap.
Get the tutorial at Camille Styles.
Toaster Pastry Costume
Toaster pastries are more than just a scrumptious office breakfast... they also make for the cutest costume! Using a tan dress, felt for icing, and pom-poms for sprinkles, you can easily recreate it.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Mime Costume
Not only is this cute mime costume easy to pull together with a few basics from your closet, but it also might be your best shot at not having to speak during any meetings on Halloween. 😂
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Pregnant Mummy Costume
If you're pregnant and everyone at work knows, Halloween is the perfect time to have a little fun with it! This pregnant mummy costume (get it?) is sure to get a few giggles and is super easy to put together using strips of muslin and a bow.
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Witch with Spiderweb Cape
If you're the type to dress up as a witch every single Halloween, no judgement–it's a fun and easy costume that's just the right amount of spooky. This year, try elevating your look by adding this DIY no-sew spiderweb cape. You'll bewitch everyone at work!
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Moon Costume
Everyone will love this look to the moon and back! It's a great excuse to break out your shimmery tops and skirts and get in touch with your creative side.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Cookie Monster Costume
Got a blue dress? Then you're halfway to making this adorable cookie monster costume with a googly-eyed "hat" and a DIY cookie clutch. Plus, how much would everyone love you if you complemented your costume with homemade cookies for the whole office?
Get the tutorial at Persia Lou.
Princess Caroline
Are you a Bojack Horseman fan and a little bit of a workaholic? Then Bojack's long-suffering agent Princess Caroline is the perfect costume for you. This one is sure to get a laugh from any coworkers who know you well!
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Minnie Mouse Costume
It doesn't get much more wholesome than a Minnie Mouse costume! Whether you're a Disney adult or just a big fan of polka dots, you'll look so cute in this outfit. Bonus points for getting your work bestie to go as Mickey!
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Umbrella Cloud Costume
The cool thing about this costume is that you can wear your regular clothes for most of the day, and then slip into your rain boots and open your umbrella when it's time for the office party. (Yes, the umbrella will still open and close even with all of the bells and whistles!)
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Bank Robber
This costume is sure to be a hit—as long as you don't work at a bank! 😂 A gold glitter iron-on dollar sign adds a fun touch to your bandit bag.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Scarecrow Costume
If you have overalls, a flannel shirt, and rain boots, then you're well on your way to pulling together this last-minute scarecrow costume. A little makeup and some dried corn husks make the perfect finishing touches.
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Sanderson Sisters
This costume if perfect for you and your work bestie! You'll put a spell on the rest of your coworkers when you dress up as two of the three Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Pantone Color Costume
If you have a colorful wardrobe, it'll be a cinch for you to create this costume that's equal parts easy and artsy. Simply add a removable "PANTONE" label to a solid color dress or outfit and you're good to go!
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
Cat Costume
This is the purr-fect costume for your office Halloween party. Any black clothing items you already own will do. To make it cute and cat-like, add cat ears! If you really want to win, draw on whiskers with makeup.
Get the tutorial at Chaos & Coffee.
Morton Salt Girl Costume
Your coworkers will be so salty they didn't think of this first! Pair a simple yellow dress with white tights and black shoes for this easy costume. An umbrella tops it all off! And a container of Morton salt is optional, of course.
Get the tutorial at Baubles to Bubbles.
Sabrina Spellman Costume
You'll have the workplace under your spell dressed as none other than Sabrina Spellman. A red dress with lace detailing will do the trick here. Throw on black tights and a black headband to go with it and you're ready to enchant!
Get the tutorial at Spooky Little Halloween.
Where’s Waldo Costume
Grab your work husband and DIY this super simple costume. All you need to do is grab some denim from your closet and pair it with a red and white striped shirt and hat. Classic black glasses will really solidify your character. The whole office will be asking "Where's Waldo?"
Get the tutorial at Friday We're In Love.
The Grady Twins Costume
You know what they say—“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy!" So have some fun at the office this year by grabbing your work bestie and going as the sisters from The Shining. It can easily be done by wearing blue dresses with long white socks and accessorizing with ribbons!
Get the tutorial at Red Shoes Red Wine.
Mary Poppins Costume
You'll look extra supercalifragilisticexpialidocious when you show up to work on Halloween in this costume! All you need to transform into Mary Poppins is a white button-down shirt, a black skirt and tights, a hat and accessories like a bag and umbrella!
Get the tutorial at Merrick's Art.
White Rabbit Costume
This costume is an easy way to turn your cubicle into wonderland this Halloween. You'll need a white dress topped with a red blazer for your base look. Rabbit ears and a necktie finishes it off. We're also loving that clock bag!
Get the tutorial at Color Me Courtney.
Pam Beesly Costume
You can't have a costume party at the office and not dress as characters from The Office, right? You can easily wear your every day clothes for this one. Just DIY a Dunder Mifflin badge to earn yourself a dundie award! Your coworkers can get in on this one as well by dressing as other characters.
Get the tutorial at Costume Wall.
Bat Costume
The blogger behind this spooky look says it took her less than ten minutes to create. We're going batty over the idea of that! Copy it by making bat wings out of fabric and gluing them to a black dress. You can buy or make your own bat ears, too.
Get the tutorial at She Knows.
Minnie Mouse Costume
Calling all Disney fans! This costume of the beloved classic character is so easy to achieve this Halloween. With a black shirt and tights as your base, add a red skirt, yellow shoes, and mouse ears, and you're ready to head to the office.
Get the tutorial at I Am Style-Ish.
Scarecrow Costume
This scarecrow is giving less scare and more cute! Pull on some overalls over a flannel for your office costume. A straw hat completes the look. You can DIY patches for even more festive fun!
Get the tutorial at Brit + Co.
Starry Night Sky Costume
This blogger crafted this look for her daughter, but it's an equally cute work-appropriate costume for adults! Light up your office with a fairy-light-filled skirt that will dazzle as you walk. The best part? All you need for the base is a couple of black items you probably already have in your closet!
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Soda Bottles Costume
You and your work-wives are the dream team, so choose a costume you can coordinate on like these cute soda bottles! Grab a few bright dresses and your favorite fruity bottles of pop, and you're already halfway there! What flavor would you be?
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!
Wednesday Addams Costume
Get into character as Wednesday Addams from The Addams family! Wednesday is instantly recognizable for her classic two braids and collared black dress (which you might just want to keep after the holiday!)
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Picnic Costume
Add a little bit of summer to your Halloween with this sunny ensemble. Use gingham fabric to create a pocket on a white t-shirt, then add a selection of printed picnic foods and a trail of ants. (The watermelon earrings are optional, of course, but aren't they fun?)
Get the tutorial at Damask Love.
Carnival Ticket Costume
You might just want to wear this cute costume as a regular work dress! This clever costume calls to mind childhood carnival rides and is a quick costume to craft last-minute. Also, the ticket dress works well as a costume by itself if you don't want to carry the spin wheel.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!
Pac-Man Costume
This might look like a tricky costume to DIY, but it's actually quite easy: Fabric glue allows you to quickly "stitch" together all of the different elements without having to, well, stitch anything.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Rosie the Riveter Costume
The best kinds of costumes are the ones that are instantly recognizable. Thanks to that tell-tale red bandana, Rosie the Riveter certainly qualifies.
Get the tutorial at The Homesteady.
Bouquet Of Pencils Costume
You're at work, after all, so dressing up as office supplies only feels right! Get ready to look sharp in this DIY costume.
Get the tutorial at Oh Yay Studio.
'Blessing in Disguise' Costume
This clever play on words will have all of your coworkers laughing. Write the word "blessing" on a t-shirt, then throw on a pair of old-school "disguise" glasses—that's all there is to it!
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Sriracha Bottle Costume
Hot sauce lovers unite! This costume has two difficulty levels available, so if you're not big on DIY there's no reason to fret. The blogger provides a sriracha design if you want to make your own shirt, or you can buy one online. Then, all you need to make is the bottle top!
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Strawberry Costume
Convert one of your favorite work dresses into this fruity masterpiece with just a few added details. They're easy enough to construct with paper, poster board, or card stock.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Snow White Costume
Try your hand at this DIY Snow White costume. Featuring a yellow A-line skirt, it's definitely conservative enough to be worn to work.
Get the tutorial at I Am Style-Ish.
Aquarium Costume
This costume takes the cake for out-of-the-box creativity. Use metallic paints to add color to the interior of a cut-out cardboard box, then add paper fish, seaweed, bubbles, and more.
Get the tutorial at Damask Love.
Camp Counselor Costume
No bug bites for this camp counselor! With a themed t-shirt, a whistle, a clipboard, and knee-high socks, you'll look like you were plucked straight from sleepaway camp.
Get the tutorial at Say Yes.
Candy Corn Costume
Want to start some serious debate among your colleagues? Don a candy corn-inspired outfit like this one. After all, there are those who love candy corn, and those who love to hate it.
Get the tutorial at Color Me Courtney.
'But First, Coffee' Costume
It's probably the first sentence you utter each day as you step into the office. With this tutorial, you'll be able to wear it, too.
Get the tutorial at A Kailo Chic Life.
Burger Costume
Here's a costume you can make using a work-appropriate dress you already own: Simply add some frilly "lettuce," felted sesame seeds, and a few other details, and you'll transform into a burger right before your coworkers' eyes.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Letter Board Costume
Letter boards have taken over social media, and for good reason: They're fun, easy to use, and completely customizable. This unique costume takes inspiration from the trend, and the result is equally witty and personalized.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Mime Costume
A few store-bought elements—white gloves, a beret, and a necktie—allow you to turn an everyday striped shirt into a charming mime costume.
Get the tutorial at Dress Cori Lynn.
Cheese Costume
Show your whole team that you're a hole lot of fun—and just a little bit cheesy—with this bright yellow get-up.
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Duchess of Cambridge Costume
Go all-in on the "conservative workwear" look with this ode to Kate Middleton herself (more formally known as the Duchess of Cambridge). Your tried-and-true shift dress will never look better.
Get the tutorial at Merrick's Art.
Pineapple Costume
There's a reason this costume has become so popular over the years: It's bright, creative, and impossibly simple. If you don't want to stick out too much in the office, make the green crown a little shorter.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Smart Cookie Costume
Show off your smarts with this punny "smart cookie" costume. Here, once again, you'll be able to repurpose your everyday work attire—down to your favorite pair of glasses!
Get the tutorial at Club Crafted.
Plant Lady Costume
Green thumbs, now is your chance to show off your favorite hobby to the whole office! (Though we bet your desk is already covered in plants.)
Get the tutorial at A Kailo Chic Life.
Lucy and Ethel Costume
Got a "work wife" or close friend in the office? Ask her to be the Ethel to your Lucy—or vice versa!
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnight.
Miss Universe Costume
Crown yourself a winner in this funny Miss Universe costume. It's a nice excuse to buy yourself some flowers—and hey, you deserve them!
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton Costume
Here's another one for you and your work wife: a pair of iconic country stars! Whether you're die-hard fans or just love embodying confident, powerhouse women, there's something in this ensemble for everyone.
Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.
Jack-o'-Lantern Costume
Keep it simple with a jack-o'-lantern costume. It's a Halloween staple for a reason!
Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.
Burrito Costume
If burritos are your work lunch of choice, this is the costume for you. There's no better way to pay homage to your favorite meal than by dressing like it!
Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.
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