The 10 best Halloween costumes under $50

With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to get serious about costume shopping. We’ve already featured 10 adorable Halloween costumes for babies and toddlers, but today we’re going to look at some of the best Halloween costumes that come in under the $50 benchmark. Each costume on this list has received rave reviews online, so if you’re looking to check “costume shopping” off your to-do list, here’s where to start.

Hogwarts Gryffindor Robe / $39

If your family loves Harry Potter, grab the Rubie's Costume Co. Authentic Child Harry Potter Costume for a magical Halloween costume that is sure to impress. The kits includes a black robe with maroon lining and the Gryffindor crest, and can be worn by children wanting to be Harry, Hermione, Ron, or any other Gryffindor character. Purchase a wand separately or DIY your own!

Where’s Waldo / $29

Get ready to hear all your friends say “I found Waldo!” The Elope Where's Waldo Costume includes Waldo’s signature red-and-white striped shirt, beanie, and rounded, black-framed glasses. You’ll need to supply the pants and shoes, but any pair of blue jeans and sneakers will work in a pinch.

This costume is sized for an adult, but can also work for a teenage Waldo fan. If you’re looking for a couple’s costume, buy two sets and go as Waldo and Wenda. Waldo’s girlfriend Wenda wears the same getup as Waldo but has a blue skirt instead of pants, and wears red striped socks.

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Queen Elsa / $24

You’re going to need to prepare yourself for this one. The Disney Frozen Elsa Musical Light Up Dress includes motion-activated sensors; the dress lights up and plays “Let It Go” when your child spins around. (Don’t worry, there’s an off button.) Give your little Frozen fan the best treat she’ll get this Halloween, and watch her twirl with joy.

Princess Anna / $16

If your Frozen fan prefers Anna to Elsa, the ReliBeauty Girls Princess Anna Fancy Dress Costume makes a great Halloween costume. This dress does not light up or play music, but it is a gorgeous, well-made rendition of Anna’s Coronation Day dress. If you want this costume, act fast; a few sizes are close to selling out.

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Cinderella / $30

Disney’s Cinderella got a popularity boost this year thanks to the live-action movie starring Lily James. She also got an enchanting new version of her classic blue ball gown, and the JerrisApparel 2015 Cinderella Dress Princess Costume Butterfly Girl has recreated it in a way that’s fit for a princess. For a little extra fun, make sure your Cinderella carries a pumpkin-shaped Halloween candy bucket, and consider hot-gluing a cute stuffed mouse to the rim.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles / $30

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been popular Halloween costumes for decades. The Rubie's Costume Co. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Deluxe Leonardo Child Costume includes a jumpsuit with a molded chest, a mask, a shell, and the belt and pads required to give Leonardo his rugged look. The weapon, alas, is not included so don't forget to add one to your shopping cart when you checkout.

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Minion Kevin / $25

The Rubie's Costume Co. Child Minion Kevin Costume got extremely high ratings from reviewers. And for good reason: the costume is a one-piece jumpsuit printed to look like overalls, with room to wear thermals underneath if it’s cold. It includes the Minion cap with its tuft of hair, goggles, and gloves; you’ll need to provide the shoes. Minions are super-popular right now, so give this Minions costume a try!

Banana / $29

What do Minions love? Bananas. Make a quick and easy family costume by wearing the Rasta Imposta Adult Banana Costume when you take your Minion out trick-or-treating. This classic costume is one-size-fits-most and slips on over whatever else you’re wearing, from tights and heels to sweatpants and sneakers.

So wear the banana costume with your Minion, or make a couple’s costume by combining the banana costume with the next costume on our list.

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Monkey / $39-$49

This ensemble is called the Leg Avenue Cozy Monkey Costume, which should tell you a bit about how comfortable it is to wear. It’s made out of soft fleece, and it works when layered over tights, leggings, jeans or anything else you might want to wear. Stay toasty in this adorable monkey outfit—and yes, it’s okay to wear it even after Halloween is over!

Star Trek Red Shirt / $23-$28

Boldly go to your Halloween party in Rubie's Costume Co. Star Trek the Next Generation Deluxe Red Shirt. This high-quality polyester shirt features pips and a communicator badge (non-functional, of course, but that’s why we carry cell phones). You’ll need to provide your own pants and shoes; the universe will provide the rest of your adventure.

The comments are yours, dear readers: What are you costuming as this Halloween?

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