The year 2020 will be in every respectby the coronavirusinfluenced. And while many events, festivals and even holidays had to be canceled, a very popular one that has almost no impact on Covid-19 is approaching - Halloween. Since you dress up on this day anyway, we don't mind wearing a mask because you can easily hide it under a Halloween mask. So if you are looking for a creative costume idea, you have come to the right place. We've put together some great ideas for masks that you might like and that will help you celebrate Halloween as usual.
Halloween costume idea – skeleton with disposable mask
Easily integrate the disposable mask into your costume by painting it.The skeletonis a very popular costume and instead of painting the whole face as usual, this year you can simply paint the protective mask instead. All you need to do is draw a mouth and a nose. Of course, you can decide for yourself whether he is smiling or grim. You can also choose a set of teeth as an alternative to your mouth. You have free choice and can do whatever you want with this costume idea.
Buy costume ideas 2020
If you don't feel very creative or simply don't have the desire or time to make a costume yourself, you can of course also use ready-made costume ideas.Classics like superheroesor the characters from Star Wars are just two of the many variations that come with a mask. Are you looking for ideas for costumes for couples? Even then, superheroes are a great idea because they are no longer just reserved for men.
Star WarsMasks are usually made of plastic and you can easily wear a normal face mask underneath. Masks for superheroes are usually made of fabric, so they serve as protection and disguise at the same time. Since these masks do not fit completely on the face, the normal respiratory mask must also be worn underneath.
Halloween costume idea – monster costumes
Monsters are without a doubt a part of Halloween and are very popular not only among children as costumes. WhoMonster as a costumeIf you want to do it yourself, you can use simple make-up for your face. In Corona times, a mask can also be sewn instead. This can cover the entire face or you can find a fabric in a matching color and make a mask that only covers the mouth and nose, like in the example with the skeleton. The rest of the face can then be made up.
The classic ghost with sheets
A really simple costume idea for Halloween that you can quickly make yourselfthe classic ghost, for which you only need a sheet, scissors and string. Place the sheet over the future wearer (the center of the sheet is on the top of the head) and mark the places for the eyes. You can then make the DIY costume by cutting out the holes. If you want, you can also record a mouth. Acrylic paint, for example, is suitable for this. But you can also work with black adhesive tape.
If the Halloween costume is to be worn later, you can also tie the sheet loosely around your neck with string or an elastic band. In this way, on the one hand, you prevent the sheet from slipping and, on the other hand, you better show off the shape of your head. You can add a black mesh to the inside of the eyes. This makes the costume look more spooky and you can't see your eyes.
Animal costumes
Animal costumes are not only very popular with children and can be implemented in a variety of ways. In Corona times, simply use masks instead of classic make-up and you'll kill two birds with one stone. Animal masks can be wonderfully made from fabric and felt is particularly easy to work with. It is important that the mask covers both the nose and mouth. You can find a few suitable ideas for masksin this article. Alternatively, you can also convert and spice up the simple respiratory masks to use them for your costume idea.
Umbrella instead of a protective visor
Somepreferably a protective visor, as it is easier to breathe underneath than under a mask. But such a visor doesn't seem particularly suitable for a Halloween costume, unless you're dressing up as a paramedic. Try using a clear umbrella instead! This can be wonderfully transformed into a jellyfish. If you also use lights for this, the costume idea for women will be perfect for Halloween.
Cut strips out of bags and foil, use string, ribbons or even tinsel or other materials to make the tentacles, add a string of LED lights and you're done. The perfect idea for easy Halloween costumes that you can even recycle. Also onebroken umbrellaThis way it can be reused instead of ending up in the trash. We recommend an umbrella that reaches below your shoulders because it more closely resembles the shape of a jellyfish and also offers better protection. A protective mask should still be worn in addition.
Costume ideas for Halloween with a helmet
Astronauts, firefighters, motorcyclists – these are just three examples of costume ideas for men, women and children for which you can use a helmet. You can buy these helmets ready-made, but you can also make one yourself out of papier-mâché. In our post aboutOutdoor costumesyou will find instructions for an astronaut costume with a helmet.
Costume idea with protective visor
A mask is not for you because you cannot breathe well or because your health condition does not recommend using a mask, but you still want to2020 at a Halloween partyparticipate? Then take a simple protective visor and paint it according to your needs. What do we mean by that? Take colors and simply design the visor as you would otherwise yourMake up your facewould. A quick and easy costume idea!
You can paint animal motifs, princess motifs, the typical patterns and motifs of superheroes and much more around the eye area and thus complete the chosen costume while also adhering to the rules for protection against Covid-19. Even other accessories such as horns (e.gfor a unicorn costume) or ears and funny noses can be attached to the protective visor. If you want to make the visor completely yourself and not just redesign a finished one, you can also cut it out directly with ear shapes.
Idea for the Halloween costume – snow globe
Such a snow globeNot only does it look funny, it also offers protection against viruses without having to wear a mask. You make the ball as a costume idea out of foil after you have prepared a template out of paper. Once you have made the dome, you can hang garlands with white cotton balls or pompoms to imitate snow - just like a real snow globe. If you don't want it to be quite so wintery, you can also choose other objects for the garlands (candy corn, scary rubber animals, glitter, spiders, etc.).
You then create the landscape out of foam. Whether you choose Hawaii as a theme, a winter landscape or a spooky Halloween landscape (e.g. a cemetery, a witch's pot or a Dracula castle) is of course up to you. Cut out a circle with a hole for the hip and then the necessary elements, color them with spray paint and, when the paint is dry, glue them. Attach the ball to it in the same way and put on the costume. If it doesn't fit well and slips, you can also attach a few straps. Simple ribbons or string are very suitable for this.
Costume ideas DIY – mummy with mask
Regardless of whether you put together the mummy costume from real bandages or simply from toilet paper, a bright respirator mask will hardly be noticeable and will quickly turn into a part of the disguise. This way you can protect yourself and those around you from possible infection and have fun at the same time.
You will be with suchHalloween costume ideas teenagers, inspire children and adults and make wearing the mask more comfortable for them. The mummy is particularly suitable if you want to make cheap and simple costume ideas yourself. By the way, the combination of white and beige bandages is very effective if the monochrome version is too boring for you.
Protective suit
The perfect costume idea on the topic of “Covid-19” – a protective suit not only fits the current situation, but also offers the best protection at a party. Combined with a protective mask, gloves and glasses, you get a great disguise, which you can also combine with Corona beer to further allude to the Corona year.
Choose the right fabric
Sometimes it is enough to choose the right material for the protective mask that should match the costume. Then you can with a simpleSewing a pattern yourself for a mask. For example, above you can see a costume idea for pirates. The fabric for the mask has skull motifs that are typical of pirates and that makes it perfect as an accessory if you want to make your own Halloween costumes.
In the same way, for example, a fabric with a rainbow would be suitable for a unicorn costume, a fabric with an anchor would be suitable for a sailor costume, police badges on the textile for a policeman, etc. Just take a look around in a fabric store. You will certainly find a large selection there and find the right fabric.
