It’s the question that every kid loves to answer at this time of year: “What do you want to be for Halloween?” The possibilities are endless, but there’s a high probability that the answer will be a favorite superhero. It’s even more likely that it will be a superhero from one of the many movies in the Marvel and DC franchises. Superhero costumes are a long-standing tradition, and thanks to theMCUand theDCEU, the demand is higher than ever.
But not just any old thing will do and, unlike the old days, parents can’t just throw a blanket around a kid’s shoulders and call them Superman. Today’s kids know it’s got to be done right. Luckily, kids’ costumes now are better than ever, as more products are becoming available. Almost every costume here is officially licensed and designed to look just like the ones seen in the movies. Avenger or Justice League member, lots of little superheroes (or supervillains) will be zooming around in no time.
Iron Man Costume
Batman Costume
Like the internet says, always be yourself, unless you’re able to be Batman - then always be Batman. The world’s greatest detective is one of the most popular characters to dress up as for Halloween. Modeled after Robert Pattinson’s look from the latest Batman movie,The Batman,this costume will make kids stand out from the pack. This set comes with a padded jumpsuit and is loaded with accessories, including a cape, gauntlets, mask, boot covers, and utility belt.
Captain Marvel Costume
With the newest movie in the MCU,The Marvels,coming up soon, kids will want to get ahead of the action with their Halloween costume. This officially licensed Captain Marvel costume looks absolutely awesome, and it’s surprisingly simple. All it takes is a zipped-up jacket, bottoms, and wrist cuffs to complete the look.
The Flash Costume
Now you see them, now you don’t. Kids who dress up as The Flash this Halloween will feel like a professional speed demon in this costume modeled after DC’sThe Flashmovie. The padded jumpsuit is completed with boot covers and a plastic mask for an easy-to-put-on costume that looks super snazzy.
Loki Costume
Little mischief-makers will be fueled by glorious purpose while wearing this stylish Loki costume from the Marvel franchise. The one-piece jumpsuit is printed with the same design as the elegant Asgardian garb worn by Loki in the movies, and it comes with a detachable cape. The stylish head piece is included, and it’s light and easy to put on with an elastic band.
Harley Quinn Costume
A beloved DC character, Harley Quinn is independent, strong, and a great role model for kids (well, mostly). This iconic look from the 2016 movieSuicide Squadwill be a huge hit for older kids dressing up on Halloween. The full set includes the bomber jacket, shorts, fingerless gloves, and a “Daddy’s Little Monster” jersey top.
Captain America Costume
The First Avenger, The Man Out of Time, The Star Spangled Man With a Plan - whatever he’s called, Captain America is an iconic character from the MCU. For young fans planning to be this patriotic hero for Halloween, this Steve Rogers Captain America costume is a perfect pick. It includes a padded one-piece costume, boot-covers, and a plastic mask.
The Wasp Costume
This officially licensed The Wasp costume looks just like the one worn inAvengers: EndgameandAnt-Man and the Wasp.The padded jumpsuit has an easy velcro closure in the back with boot-covers attached, and the mask is easily affixed with an elastic band. There are no wings included, but they are available as a separate accessory.
Catwoman Costume
Me-owza! Along with Batman, Catwoman is an insanely popular costume choice for spooky season. But putting on just any old catsuit and ears just doesn’t cut it - it’s got to be the real deal. This licensed set is modeled after Anne Hathaway’s stunningly sleek attire inThe Dark Knight Rises,complete with gloves, boot-toppers, fitted mask, and a cat ears headpiece.
Spider-Man Miles Morales Costume
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-VerseandAcross the Spider-Verseintroduced a new generation of kids to Miles Morales. As the popularity of Miles' Spider-Man continues to soar, it’s no wonder that more and more kids want to emulate the character for Halloween. This licensed Miles Morales Spider-Man is a cool and easy costume consisting of a jumpsuit and fabric mask.
Thanos Costume
Thanos is one of the biggest baddies ever from the MCU, which makes him a popular character choice for kids at Halloween. With this imposing costume set from “Avengers: Endgame,” any youngster can become Thanos without even having to snap their fingers. The costume includes a padded jumpsuit, an attachable tabard, boot covers, and Thanos mask. It also comes with its own Infinity Gauntlet, so parents won’t have to spend more money looking around for an extra accessory.
Even Tony Stark would be impressed by the level of detail in this Iron Man costume. The design is an impressive reproduction of Iron Man’s look in the movie “Avengers: End Game.” The jumpsuit is padded to show off the wearer’s “muscles,” and the set comes with a mask and boot covers.
Anyone Can Be A Hero
The most fun part of Halloween (besides getting free candy) is dressing up and pretending to be someone else. Some kids even have ideas for costumes planned out a year in advance. The unfortunate truth is that adults don’t always have time to get a child’s costume ready to go at a moment’s notice. Thankfully, online ordering has made things a lot easier for parents to buy the perfect Halloween costume for their would-be superhero.
Shops like Amazon are ideal for online ordering, especially withPrime’s free 2-day shipping on many items. Spirit Halloween and Walmart might not be as quick to ship purchases in time for the big day, but they do offer convenient in-store pick-up. Kids will get to be the superhero they adore, and parents will be the real heroes by making their kids’ dreams come true.
FAQs
Who has the best costume in the MCU?
There have been many iconic costumes worn by superheroes in theMCU. It’s really dependent on a person’s personal taste as to which one is the best, but there are a few that stand out in the minds of fans. Deadpool, Star-Lord, Loki, and Black Widow have topped various online lists. Iron Man’s Mark VII fromIron Man 3has been declared the best costume in multiple ranking articles, however.
Which is better: MCU or DCEU?
This question is difficult to answer as, again, everyone’s entitled to their opinion. The films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the DC Extended Universe have vastly different styles; the MCU is known for light humor and caters to viewers of most ages, while the DCEU films tend to be much darker and are targeted towards a more mature audience. That being said, box office numbers don’t lie, and the MCU has seen much more success than the DCEU when it comes to sales.
