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It may still be a while away, but I'm of the mindset that it's never too early to start planning for Halloween costumes.
Finding all of the right elements to pull off just the right look for whatever you're dressing up as can take time, and when you're trying to find costumes for your little kiddos, especially newborns, it can be hard to track down the right sizes of whatever you need.
For our twins' first Halloween, we chose what they were going to dress up as in July, and I started sourcing their costume pieces then and there because I knew it would take time to find everything, get it shipped in time, and make sure it all fit.
Plus, their costumes required some crafting, which would take extra time that I'd have to find among the hectic schedule that comes with having newborn twins.
They went as Chip and Dale, Rescue Rangers, and we dressed up as the other members of their team, Gadget and Monterey Jack. We even got the cats on board as Zipper and the Rescue Rangers' flying plane.
The cats didn't come out trick or treating with us, of course, but we shot a video in the days leading up to Halloween with everyone in their costumes to play along with the show's theme song. It was lots of fun and a great way to remember our first Halloween all together.
Then, after trick or treating, we got set up by the front door to greet the other kiddos and marvel at their costumes while enjoying candy or chips and watching some of our favorite classic Halloween shows and movies in the background.
Finding the perfect costumes
Sometimes, you know exactly what you want to dress up as. Other times, you need some inspiration.
If you're looking for some fun ideas for costumes that play off the idea of things that go together, like your twins or higher-order multiples, you've come to the right place.
Here's a list of the most creative Halloween costume ideas for your twins and higher-order multiples.
For the BFFs
1. George Costanza and Jerry Seinfeld
You can add in Elaine Benes or Cosmo Kramer, if you have higher-order multiples.
2. Slinky Dog
A fun (and oh-so-cute) twist for your dynamic duo to go as one fun-loving character.
3. Woody and Buzz Lightyear
This one can be incorporated into the Slinky Dog costume, if you have triplets or quadruplets or two separate sets of twins who've all got a friend in each other.
For the book lovers
They may not be twins, but they're brothers and they make a great team.
5. Bert and Nan, the Bobbsey Twins
Your twins can go as Bert and Nan, and you can add in Freddie and Flossie, if you're rockin' multiple sets of twins.
What's more fun than bright blue wigs on your little ones as part of their costume? If you've got triplets, you can work in the Cat in the Hat.
7. Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat
Your twins are probably often monkeyin' around…why not incorporate that into their costume? One can go as George and their counterpart can go as his oh-so-tall pal, whom, did you know, is named Theodore Shacklefield?
8. Where's Waldo and Where's Wendy?
If you have higher-order multiples, you can add in Wizard Whitebeard and Woof the Dog.
For the cartoon lovers
We did this costume last year, and our twins had a blast with it…and so did we!
If you've got triplets, this is a classic trio to dress up as, and teaching them to say, "Quack-a-rooney" for the big night could be a fun challenge.
11. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse
Add in Goofy and Donald Duck, if you have higher-order multiples or two sets of twins.
12. Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner
I think the idea of teaching one of them to say, "Meep! Meep!" is enticing enough, but giving the other a sign with an exclamation mark on it is also quite a fun idea.
For the foodies
13. Bacon and Eggs
A classic combination that's bound to go over easy with the crowds.
14. Cookies and Milk
Your twins probably love snacking on cookies and milk, so will probably be excited to dress up as this classic combo for Halloween.
Like any siblings in a set of twins, these two complement each other nicely.
If you've got triplets, one can go as the bread to bring the whole she-bang together.
This concept is the perfect way to spice up your twins' costumes this year.
For the movie lovers
18. Frankenstein's Monster and the Bride of Frankenstein
This one involves some major hairstyling or wig-working, but it will be highly-appreciated by all who get to witness the end product.
19. Glinda the Good Witch and Elphaba the Wicked Witch
While Glinda and Elphaba aren't technically sisters, they are a good pairing of whimsical witches and will certainly be recognizable with their iconic attire.
20. Lions, and Tigers, and Bears
You'll get a lot of, "Oh my!"s if you go with this costume for your triplets, and isn't that kind of the whole point?
21. Marty McFly circa 1985 and Marty McFly circa 2015
This idea is one of my favorites because it's so much fun; the whole movie is about double-takes, and what's more double than your twins going as the same character but from a different timeline? If you have triplets or quadruplets or a double set of twins, add in 1885 Marty and Doc Brown.
For the music lovers
22. Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn
If your little ones have a love for all things country music, this classic duo could be right up their alley. And what's cuter than two little cowboys in coordinating hats and boots?
23. Freddie Mercury and Freddy Krueger
While only Mercury is the musical one, people will get a kick out of your fraternal Freddys, and both of these costumes are sure to be recognized and appreciated by everyone you run into.
They got you, babe.
For the rescuers
25. Chip and Dale, Rescue Rangers
This was such a fun costume for our twins' first Halloween. Chip and Dale are a classic pair and having them go as the Rescue Rangers version of these cute, little chipmunks, was a ton of fun to pull together.
26. Batman and Bruce Wayne
Your identicals could pull off this fun costume idea where one goes as Batman and the other goes as his true identity. The Bat-Signal could make a nice accessory.
For those who like to power up
28. Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong
Another classic pairing who would be sure to get recognized, and using bananas as props means you've got snacks for while you're trick or treating.
These fraternal twin brothers are well-known around the world. Add Princess Peach and Toad or Daisy, if you have higher-order multiples.
A legendary dress-up idea that's sure to make your twins' first Halloween (Hy)rule.
When it's key for your stroller to be part of the costume
31. Harry & Lloyd from Dumb & Dumber with the Mutts Cutts Shaggy Dog Van around the Stroller
These two pals are instantly recognizable in their brightly colored suits, but it'll be your stroller that's decked out like the shaggy dog Mutt Cutts van that will be first to catch everyone's eye.
32. King Kong and Ann Darrow with the Empire State Building around the Stroller
King Kong can't be mistaken, especially when accompanied by Fay Wray's classic damsel in distress. With the right planning, you can transform your stroller into the Empire State Building.
33. Sandra Dee and Danny Zuko with Greased Lightning around the Stroller
Sandy's and Danny's outfits are easy enough to procure and you probably have most of the elements in your twins' closets already, so the real elbow-grease will go into transforming your stroller or wagon into Kenickie's Greased Lighting 1948 Ford De Luxe convertible.
34. Stuffed Animals in the Claw Machine
A fun way to amp up the cuteness on Halloween is by dressing up your little ones as sweet, little stuffed animals and turning their stroller into a classic claw machine to keep them contained.
When you want easy costumes for the tiniest trick or treaters
These sleepers are a win-win situation because they're easy and recognizable as baseball players and then, when you get home, your twins are already in their jammies and ready to rock right into the bedtime routine. And with this costume, you can go one step further and tell people they play for the Minnesota Twins.
36. Skele-twins
What's spookier than one skeleton? Skele-twins. OoooOOOooOOh! These onesies are simple, but so darn cute for your twins' first Halloween.
These onesies hit the holiday spirit while being easy to throw on to your little ones right before you head out the door to go trick or treating.
When your twins are still in utero
38. Forrest Bump
This is an easy one, if you go as Forrest from his time on the shrimp boat. All you need is a white tank to (which will definitely show off your Gump Bump), some green pants, and a hat. Oh, and to be really good at waving fast to people you pretend are Lieutenant Dan.
39. The Sandlot Bump
Another easy costume for a tired, pregnant mama is this shirt that boasts the classic line from The Sandlot movie. If you have the extra props on-hand already, you can throw on a baseball cap, and carry around your baseball bat or glove to finish off the look.
40. Mama Cat Snoozing on a Bump
This shirt with a cat snoozing on top of your bump is a cute and simple way to celebrate the day and show off your growing duo.
Good luck with your quest for the perfect costumes
Hopefully, this list of creative costumes that go together gave you some inspiration as you narrow down your Halloween costume planning for this year.
What was the most memorable costume your twins dressed up in for Halloween? What made it stand out compared to the others? Let us know in the Comments section below.
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