55 Halloween Costumes for 3 People That Will Transform Your Trio
You'll be the ultimate squad.
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Planning a Halloween costume is fun, but planning one for three people is even better. Whether the two other people in question are your family or simply your BFFs, becoming the ultimate trio with a matching or cohesive set of costumes is definitely the way to go. You're probably in the midst of deciding what your group will be wearing this year. If that's the case, then read on for the best Halloween costumes for three people!
Whether you're looking for the perfect sibling costume or a family costume to try with your kids, we've got you covered. There are dozens of kid-friendly DIY costumes here that just so happen to feature grown-up counterparts, like a surfer-shark-lifeguard trio and an adorable Ratatouille-inspired look, too. Meanwhile, if a best friend costume is more your thing, you'll find tons of ideas on that front as well—particularly if you're interested in '80s costume ideas. Ghostbusters and Heathers fans, we hope you're ready to be wowed!
While many of these trio Halloween costumes are perfect for just the three, plenty of them can adjust if there's a change of plans. They can easily turn into couples costumes if someone drops out or expand to bigger group costumes, too! A lot even qualify as last-minute costume ideas, so don't be spooked by that late invite. Just grab your favorite folks and devise a plan based on one of these great options!
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Strawberry Shortcake and Friends Costumes
You'll be the berry cutest bunch on the block when you recreate these costumes! While Strawberry Shortcake, Orange Blossom, and Lemon Meringue are pictured here, this blogger also has tutorials for Lime Chiffon and Raspberry Tart. Just take your pick!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
Hitchhiking Ghosts Costumes
Recognize this trio of infamous spirits? They're always trying to make it out of Disney's Haunted Mansion! You and your group can choose from Phineas, Ezra, and Gus, then plan haunting costumes accordingly.
Get the tutorial at Keiko Lynn.
Vintage Clowns Costumes
These may just be the cutest clowns we've ever seen! To clown around with your besties on Halloween, just don your favorite colorful clothing, then DIY coordinating clown hats and ruff collars!
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Lisa Frank Costumes
Get ready to go as your favorite '90s throwback! Here, the iconic Lisa Frank stickers and notebooks come to life in a kaleidoscope of colorful costumes. There are so many fabulously fun characters to choose from!
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY!.
School Lunch Costumes
What was your favorite lunch meal when you were a kid? (Or, what is your favorite lunch meal now?) Instead of answering, make it a costume idea—with your best friends, of course.
Get the tutorial from Studio DIY!.
'Pokémon' Costumes
Any Pokémon fans reading this? Go as Ash, Brock, and Misty this year. Dressing up as them is rather simple (you probably have most of the items inside of your closet). Though, you'll get bonus points if you get your pets in on the fun!
Get the tutorial from Brit + Co.
SNL David S. Pumpkins Costumes
Who remembers the David S. Pumpkins Haunted Elevator SNL skit? It truly has gone down in history as one of the more memorable ones. Well, you can dress as the spunky trio from the scene when two of you go as the skeletons and one of you dresses as David S. Pumpkins.
Get the tutorial from Brit + Co.
Soda Bottle Costumes
Soda is good for you in moderation. 😉 That's what you and your group will be telling yourselves as you dress as bottles of your favorite pop this Halloween. You'll just need a solid colored dress as the base, some cutout paper that spells out your flavor of choice, and pie tins for the cap!
Get the tutorial from Studio DIY!.
Music Legends Costumes
This one is pretty darn fun, because you can choose any music legend you want, and not just the three you see here! Make sure you get their look down to a tee, though, if you want people to recognize you at this year's party.
Get the tutorial from Living After Midnite.
'Top Gun' Costumes
Even if Top Gun isn't your favorite movie, there's no questioning the iconic pilot looks that have come from it. Spread that energy this year when you and your crew go as the fighter pilots from the esteemed film.
Get the tutorial from Brit + Co.
Scooby Doo Costumes
There are a lot of cute and fun combinations you can do with Scooby Doo characters. Here, you'll find Daphne, Shaggy, and Scooby as a fun trio. But of course, if you have more, just add Velma and Fred to the crew!
Get the tutorial at Pretty Real.
Crocodile Rock Costumes
Having a toddler become Elton John is a fabulous idea! But this funny twist on the song would be just as fun with all adults (or all kids). Just be prepared for everyone to be singing all night long.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
Star Wars Costumes
The Star Wars franchise provides plenty of inspiration for Halloween. Of course, if you keep it classic with Luke Skywalker, Yoda, and Darth Vader, you can't go wrong.
Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.
Run DMC Costumes
Grab some gold chains, a classic Adidas jumpsuit, and a boom box. It's time to get tricky! Going as the rap group Run DMC will be unique but instantly recognizable.
Get the tutorial at Live Pretty on a Penny.
Emoji Masks
Group chats with three people are the best. Turn yourselves into the emojis you like to use the most. This idea is so simple, because you can wear whatever you want with it.
Get the tutorial at Alice and Lois.
Finding Dory and Nemo Costumes
Finding Dory and Finding Nemo are classic movies within their own right. Channel those adorable characters by dressing up as the title characters or any member of the cast of sea creatures that you like best. Here, it makes total sense that the dad is Marlin!
Get the tutorial at Brit + Co.
Mickey and Minnie Mouse Costumes
You can easily make a Mickey and Minnie Mouse duo costume into a trio moment by adding in a super fan! And if you love these famous mice, we know that's not going to be a hard sell.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Cambell's Soup Can Costumes
Honor Andy Warhol's famous paintings with this ultra-creative set of costumes. There are so many fun colors to recreate, and those soup can hats totally make it! Got more people? No problem. The original Warhol display had 32 panels, so invite everyone to join in.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Adventures in Wonderland Costumes
The amazing thing about choosing characters to be from Alice in Wonderland is that every single one is recognizable and so much fun to recreate. Here, you'll find Alice, the Seven of Hearts, and the Cheshire Cat.
Get the tutorial at Overstuffed Life.
'Toy Story' Costumes
Buzz Lightyear is the star of this show! Though, add Woody and Jessie in the mix, and you've got a classic trio that everyone will love. All of these outfits can be homemade or purchased in pieces.
Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.
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