Are you searching for the best adult Halloween costumes to wear to a spooktacular party? We’ve compiled a list of some of the most inspired and on-trend options on the market, all of which are guaranteed to turn a few heads.
Halloween is the principal time of year when children of all ages wrap themselves in toilet roll, sharpen their canines with prosthetic teeth, and — for good or ill — fill their bellies with as much sugar as their parents will allow.
But let’s not forget about you lovely lot, the big kids, those who often enjoy celebrating not with sweet treats but with those of the alcoholic variety. Your taste in seasonal indulgences has evolved, and so too should your preference for fancy dress.
Of course, homemade outfits are on the cheaper end of the spectrum, but if you truly want to wow your peers, you won’t find anything better than our list of the best adult Halloween costumes. Inspired by your favourite movies, video games, comic books, and bands, these are not your ordinary vampires and mummies.
- Rubies Darth Vader Adult Costume
- Rubies Batman Adult Costume
- Rubies Chewbacca Adult Costume
- Rubies Emperor Palpatine Adult Costume
- Rubies Star Wars Imperial Guard Adult Costume
- Iron Maiden ‘Aces High’ Mask
- They Live Alien Mask
- Darksiders Death Mask
- Friday The 13th Jason Vorhees Mask And Machete
- DC Comics Joker Vacuform Mask
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Buy now with Zavvi Rubies Darth Vader Adult Costume
Buy now with free deliveryHas there ever been a more intimidating presence than that of Darth Vader? This Dark Lord of the Sith continues to dominate the ranks of the most infamous villains despite having made his first appearance over four decades ago in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977), but it’s no surprise why. Standing at almost seven feet tall and clad in all black, his figure is one to be feared. Don’t even get us started on his rhythmic breathing — our hearts race at the thought!
For all the reasons mentioned, it makes sense to include Lord Vader in your Halloween costume plans. We can’t promise you’ll reach his tremendous height, but be rest assured that the mere sight of your injection-moulded respirator will have your friends cowering like younglings.
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Buy now with Zavvi Rubies Batman Adult Costume
Buy now with free deliveryBatman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice (2016) introduced actor Ben Affleck as the eponymous Caped Crusader, and as is tradition for newcomers to the role, he received a brand-new Batsuit. Correction: he received a few.
Defeating a solar-powered Kryptonian in single combat is a feat that no sane person should ever attempt; however, Bruce Wayne (eccentric billionaire and night-time vigilante) can be contentedly separated from that descriptor. Not only does he have peak-human physical skills, but he also boasts a genius-level intellect, one that allows him to even the playing field.
In the movie, we see Bruce create and don a suit of metallic armour, which enhances his strength to the point where he can take a few — reluctant — hits from Superman (played by Henry Cavill). This costume from Rubies Masquerade conveys the sheer magnitude of this mechanised suit, making it believable that a fragile man could survive a clash with a god.
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Buy now with Zavvi Rubies Chewbacca Adult Costume
Buy now with free deliveryIn a galaxy of lightsaber-wielding beings, it’s impressive that a fur-laden Wookiee can compete with the aid of a humble bowcaster. Nevertheless, Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew) remains an important part of the Star Wars mythos, offering his support to the Rebel Alliance and his best friend, Han Solo (Harrison Ford).
What makes him so beloved by fans, we suspect, is his kind-hearted nature. Even so, we can’t deny that his outward appearance bolsters that appeal tremendously, and when it comes to Halloween, that’s what counts the most.
This is one of the best Halloween costumes for the simple reason that it’s so damn screen accurate, not to mention comfy looking. And it doesn’t hurt that variations of this costume (less impressive than this one though they may be) have been go-to choices since the character first debuted.
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Buy now with Zavvi Rubies Emperor Palpatine Costume
Buy now with free deliveryAppearing as the Emperor did in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge Of The Sith (2005), this costume is for those seeking unlimited Halloween power. The Sith Lord (Ian McDiarmid), scarred and insidious, doesn’t need a frightening mask to strike fear into the hearts of Jedi, nor do you require any cheap tricks to terrify inebriated celebrators on the big night.
The combination of a hooded robe and mask might seem rather pedestrian, but the societal impact of this character is anything but. If you’re deliberating a purchase, we have only two words for you: ‘do it.’
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Buy now with Zavvi Rubies Star Wars Imperial Guard Adult Costume
Buy now with free deliveryPresent in the Emperor’s throne room during Star Wars Episode VI – Return Of The Jedi (1983), the Imperial Royal Guards are not front-and-centre characters throughout the events of director George Lucas’ sci-fi saga, but that makes their tremendous impact even more impressive. With their flowing red robes and full-face helmets, they create a striking silhouette against the background, demonstrating the attention to detail afforded to this beloved franchise.
Though the Imperial Guards like to stand idle in the backdrop of any shot, you’ll be right at the forefront if you turn up to the party in this Halloween costume.
There’s only one quandary that remains: how to use the bathroom.
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Buy now with Zavvi Iron Maiden ‘Aces High’ Mask
Buy now with free deliveryThe eleventh single released by Iron Maiden, Aces High, is as highly regarded for its sound as it is for its artwork. Featuring the familiar face of the band’s mascot, Eddie The Head, the image that accompanies the song is that of him flying a Supermarine Spitfire, which reflects the context, the lyrics describing the viewpoint of a British RAF pilot who participates in the Battle Of Britain (1940).
Like the pilots of the time, Eddie wears a leather flying helmet complete with goggles, one lens of which has been shattered. If yours is the type of crowd that can’t get enough of heavy metal, this mask from Trick Or Treat Studios is going to elicit some cheers, and the undead theme of the mascot is very fitting with the occasion.
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Buy now with Zavvi They Live Alien Mask
Buy now with free deliveryFrom a thematic standpoint, Halloween customarily leans into the supernatural, but that hasn’t stopped people from taking a trip to outer space. Or should we say uncovering that outer space has come to Earth?
Yes, the premise of John Carpenter’s They Live (1988) centres on the idea that aliens have infiltrated the upper class and are using their influence to control society. And if you ask us, that sounds appropriately horrifying for the spookiest time of the year.
Based on the skull-like faces of the aliens in the film, visible through the lenses of a pair of sunglasses, this high-quality mask is easy to match with any clothing that you want.
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Buy now with free deliveryAnyone who considers themselves part of the gaming community will know that Death is one of the Four Horsemen Of The Apocalypse and the protagonist of the second Darksiders game, which was released in 2012.
Fortunately, if you’re striving for mainstream recognisability, this mask doesn’t lend itself to subtlety. Being a member of the Nephilim (a cross between angels and demons), Death lives up to his namesake by appearing as a skeleton. The feature that sets him apart from classic representations of the Grim Reaper, however, is his jet-black hair, which extends past his shoulders.
All you need to complete the look is a pair of scythes and a shirtless, grey-coloured torso. Remember, Death doesn’t fear the cold!
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Buy now with Zavvi Friday The 13th Jason Vorhees Mask And Machete
Buy now with free deliveryThere’s very little that gets horror fans going more than a good ol’ slasher movie, and the Friday The 13th franchise has provided one of the most iconic figures in the genre: Jason Vorhees. His distinctive hockey mask and at-the-ready machete are staples of the character, both adding to the intimidation factor of his burly physique.
If you can picture yourself as the undead scourge of Camp Crystal Lake (the implications of that we won’t get into), this cheap set is the ideal starting point for your Halloween costume.
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Buy now with Zavvi DC Comics Joker Vacuform Mask
Buy now with free deliveryOn the cheaper side of things, we have this Joker vacuform mask, which — though inexpensive when compared to other products listed — is a great complementary item to a purple suit.
Presenting oneself as the Clown Prince Of Crime is not uncommon during those long Halloweens, and if you’ve previously attempted to replicate the DC Comics villain’s signature aesthetic with white face paint and green hair dye, you know how messy it can get. This mask, doing away with the need for a degree in makeup artistry, is the best alternative you can find. It’s suitably creepy and instantly recognisable, with clear inspiration drawn from the source material.
Be careful, though. There’ll be more than a few Batmans patrolling the streets on the 31st of October.
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