17 Clever Halloween Costumes for Work
Updated: Jan. 25, 2023
Get in the spooky spirit at the office by throwing on one of these Halloween costumes for work.
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Dressing up at the office
Most offices around the country are still working remotely, but if your office is up and running—or if you’re on camera all day for meetings—these are some great costumes to wear to work. Halloween is on a Saturday this year so don’t forget to get dressed up for work the Friday before.
Rosie the Riveter
Starting at $59.99
Show off your tough side at work by dressing up as Rosie the Riveter. If you and your coworkers have already picked out your Halloween costumes for work, take a look at these family Halloween costumes.
Moana
Starting at $36.95
The weather might not feel like Moana’s island home, but you can still dress up as this powerful warrior for Halloween. Pair a long beige skirt with a red wraparound top or buy a costume.
Audrey Hepburn
Starting at $77.12
Pair your favorite black work dress with some elegant pearls and gloves and you’ll be channeling Audrey Hepburn in no time. Check out the most popular Halloween costume from the year you were born.
Mad Men
Starting at $20.99
Dress up like you’re going to work in the ’60s! Get together with your work friends and each dress up as a member of the Mad Men cast. If Halloween sneaks up on you this year, try one of these genius costumes you can do last minute.
Michael Jackson
$6.49
It’s close to midnight, and something evil’s lurking in the dark. Grab a leather jacket, sparkly glove, and fedora and sing Michael Jackson tunes at work all day long.
Olive Oyl
Starting at $23.66
Now you just have to find a work friend who will dress up as Popeye! Or you can just dress up with your partner. See these adorable and clever costume ideas that every couple has to try.
Clark Kent
$22.99
Wear a Superman t-shirt underneath your work suit and leave your shirt unbuttoned. It’s the perfect excuse to look a little sloppy at work! These punny Halloween costumes will give everyone a laugh.
Vampire
Starting at $27.99
Put on an all-black outfit and pair it with a cape, black lipstick, and heavier-than-normal black eyeliner. Or try one of these easy Halloween makeup ideas almost anyone can master.
Waldo
$17.95
It’s sometimes tricky to pick out Halloween costumes for work. This easy and funny costume will get you a lot of laughs in the office. These are the most popular Halloween costumes of 2020.
Chance the Rapper
$19.99
All you have to do is pair a yellow sweater with Chance’s famous hat and you’ll look just like the famous rapper. Don’t miss these cheap Halloween costumes almost anyone can DIY.
Dorothy
$90.19
If you’re lucky, maybe your office will let you bring in your dog as Toto! If you and your coworkers love Disney, try one of these Disney Halloween costumes for work.
Steve Jobs
Starting at $15.99
Just pair a black turtleneck with your favorite jeans. If you’re Steve Jobs, no one can yell at you for having your phone next to you all day.
Pop art
$7.98
Break out the Halloween makeup and create pop art on your face. Our guide to Halloween makeup looks has an easy tutorial. Next, see how you can decorate the office with these cheap DIY Halloween decorations.
For more fun facts, costume ideas, traditions, candy inspiration, spooky entertainment, and updates on how October 31 will look different this year, check out our Halloween Guide.
