If you grew up being completely obsessed with horror movies just like I did [1], you know how important it is to have the scariest Halloween [2] costume on the block. And while I admit that going trick-or-treating [3] as the murderer from Scream four years in a row definitely wasn't the most creative choice, there's no denying I had a boatload of spooky fun going from house to house.
Got a kiddo who's eagerly awaiting the latest slasher flick to come out? Then they're probably game to dress the part on Halloween. Scroll through to get a peek at some seriously spooky costumes that won't set you back a whole lot of dough.
Howling Horror Child Halloween Costume
Eeek! This Howling Horror Child Halloween Costume [5] ($20) is the definition of terrifying.
Scary Green Bones Skeleton
Although this get-up is nothing short of spooky, at least this Scary Green Bones Skeleton [6] ($24) will make them easy to spot as they trek from house to house.
Batman Joker Deluxe Costume
A Batman Joker Deluxe Costume [7] ($23) will send chills straight down your spine.
Scary Bear Child Halloween Costume
A Scary Bear Child Halloween Costume [8] ($39) puts a spooky twist on your favorite childhood toy.
Zombie Halloween Costume
Ah! Blood and guts! Your kids will look like an extra in The Walking Dead [9] in this Zombie Halloween Costume [10] ($16).
Grim Reaper Deluxe Costume
A faceless Grim Reaper Deluxe Costume [11] ($17-$25) will make everyone cower in fear.
Harry Potter Dementor Costume
Dress up as Lord Voldemort's sidekick by trick-or-treating in a Harry Potter Dementor Costume [12] ($22-$25). Even Snape would be shaking in his boots!
Classic Witch Costume
An all-black Classic Witch Costume [13] ($13-$20) will make people ask where the brew is.
Michael Myers Costume
This classic Michael Myers Costume [14] ($44-$45) will scare the life out of anyone who lost several night's of sleep thanks to Halloween [15].
Killer Clown Costume
This Killer Clown Costume [16] ($32) is seriously my worst fear!
Headless Horseman Costume
Ah! A superscary Headless Horseman Costume [17] ($24) is one heck of an optical illusion.
Zombie Ninja Costume
We certainly wouldn't want to cross anyone dressed as this Zombie Ninja Costume [18] ($23-$24).
Skeleton Jumpsuit
They'll look beyond ghoulish in this Skeleton Jumpsuit [19] ($10-$13). Don't forget the face paint!
Toddler Scary Skeleton Costume
A classic Toddler Scary Skeleton Costume [20] ($12) will have them looking like a bag of bones in no time.
Stormtrooper Costume
Every time we catch a glimpse of a kiddo in a Stormtrooper Costume [21] ($16-$21) we jump a little.
Scary Ghastly Ghoul Costume
We're definitely going to watch our backs if there's a child running around in Scary Ghastly Ghoul Costume [22] ($30). Talk about creepy!
Swamp Monster Costume
This Swamp Monster Costume [23] ($30) has some serious Creature From the Black Lagoon vibes.
Zombie Girl Costume
A Zombie Girl Costume [24] ($23) will leave others wondering if she's part of the undead.
Binse Vampire Costume
There's certainly something sinister about this Binse Vampire Costume [25] ($21).
Wicked Troll Boys Costume
This chilling Wicked Troll Costume [26] ($36) puts a scary spin on lawn gnomes.
Rubie's Midnight Spirit Costume
Oh my gosh, this Rubie's Midnight Spirit Costume [27] ($20) is so scary, we get nightmares from just looking at it.
Ghost Scary Fanny Dress
A Ghost Scary Fanny Dress [28] ($18) is perfect for mini goblins who are just dipping their toes into the scary costume pond.
Disguise Story Book Witch Costume
This colorful Disguise Story Book Witch Costume [29] ($16-$42) is just begging you to cast a spell.
Ghostly Girl Costume
This all-white Ghostly Girl Costume [30] ($23) is seriously spooky.
Vampire Bat Costume
Go the PG route with a Vampire Bat Costume [31] ($21).