Whether you’re the kind of person who laughs at puns or groans at them, facts are facts: Pun costumes are an essential part of any Halloween party. And Halloween 2020 could be your time to shine as a living, breathing pun by working wordplay into your look.
Halloween pun costumes run the gamut from clever couple costumes to silly solo gags and even a few for your whole family or group of friends. No matter which one you choose, you’re guaranteed to get some laughs when people realize who or what you are — and you’ll probably have a few people scratching their heads as they try to figure it out.
Beyond turning you into the automatic life of the party, choosing to wear a punny costume is also a great idea because they’re easy to make yourself and won’t cost you much money. Pun costumes are original and creative by nature and can be pulled together with simple materials, crafts and clothing you have at home and with items you can easily acquire online or at your local store. So if you’re in a last-minute costume jam, a pun costume is the perfect way to go.
Funny pun costumes are a classic Halloween tradition, so let’s throw back some apple cider sangria and get this party started. Compiled from our favorite bloggers, Instagrammers and our own editors, here are the punniest costumes to wear.
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When Life Gives You Lemons
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Greenhouse
Have a green thumb? Well, you can dress up like a literal greenhouse this year. The House That Lars Built crafted this awesome (not to mention, easy) iron-on costume to shorten your crafting time.
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Chip on Your Shoulder
If you’re not in the party mood, pick a costume that shows how you feel. You need one piece of yellow paper and a pair of scissors and boom. This clever costume will definitely be a crowd pleaser.
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SHOP YELLOW PAPER
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Party Animals
This is probably the easiest last-minute Halloween costume ever. All you have to do is pick up a pair of animal masks and put on your best duds.
SHOP ANIMAL MASKS
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Smart Cookie
Even though you’re trying to show off your brains, this could earn you enough votes to win Best Dressed, too.
SHOP CAPS AND GOWNS
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Hawaiian Punch
This island vacation- and boxing-inspired get-up is easy to duplicate … and Kool-Aid Man-approved.
SHOP HAWAIIAN SHIRT
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Formal Apology
If you have a dressy outfit and a name tag, you can put together this last-minute “formal apology” costume in a matter of minutes.
SHOP WHITE SASHES
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Bread Winner
People won’t believe how much dough you’re bringing to the party this year.
SHOP GOLD MEDALS
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She Sells Seashells
You can bring the ocean to the costume party when you show up in this coat, complete with all of your wares. Then, ask your friends to try and say “she sells seashells” five times fast.
SHOP TRENCH COATS
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Ceiling Fan
This pun is a bit of a groaner, but you can’t let that get you down — you have to show enthusiasm for #teamceiling!
SHOP POM POMS
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French Kiss
The unofficial French uniform (striped shirt and beret, of course!) paired with Gene Simmons’ and Paul Stanley’s iconic makeup created an oddball match made in heaven. If you’re not sure the joke will be obvious enough, add a flag and baguette for an extra hint.
SHOP BERETS
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Grateful Dead
For those who love puns, zombies, and jam bands, this costume can’t be topped. Simply write or iron the word “thanks” on a solid T-shirt and pair it with some undead makeup.
SHOP ZOMBIE MAKEUP KITS
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Candy Rappers
This super-easy costume combines a knack for hip-hop style with the opportunity to eat a bunch of candy a day or two before Halloween. Just attach the wrappers to your outfit, throw on a gold chain and sunglasses, and you’re set.
SHOP SWEATSUITS
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