Simple, toddler-friendly costume ideas inspired by our newest toddler brand on the block, Otter Avenue™. Effortless pieces and easy (fun!) accessories that wear from school dress up days to make believe playtime long after Halloween is over.
Happy October to all who celebrate. Halloween officially starts now (although we’ve been in full spooky mode since August). The pumpkins. The porch decor. The costume planning... and the back-and-forth, constantly changing minds, can’t-make-a-decision that comes in tow. Ah, toddlerhood. The good news: We have a solution for you, the parents of the picky minis. Quite a few actually, featuring “the extras” from our new toddler-first fashion brand, Otter Avenue. These costumes are so simple you can pick a few to cover your bases (for when they inevitably change their mind at the last minute); or pick a look to carry you through from playtime all October to trick-or-treating. The goal is less fuss, more fun. Let’s make it magical, shall we?
It’s a king, a wizard… a super kid
This caped crusader costume is completely customizable. Starting with the super comfy lightning bolt cape your toddler can be a superhero or the speediest boy alive, just add some flashy sneaks. A bat costume in this comfy dark gray Otter Sweatshirt™ and City Park™ joggers could be fun with a quick DIY mask or ears. This cape has wizard written all over it. Mouse ears, a tall pointy hat or a wand anyone? Or, go for something regal and add a crown and he’s king of the playground.
Princess, anyone?
Who wants to show up at the ball (or at school) wearing the same dress as everyone else? Start with one of our Avenue Twirl™ skirts – a mini or a midi. Layer on the confetti dress up cape for the full royal treatment. Her royal highness can’t go anywhere without her crown or scepter, conveniently sold as a set. Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo: An everyday look turns full-on princess costume with just a few props (and a little fairy godmother magic, of course). Plus, she’ll wear these castle-worthy accessories long after the clock strikes midnight on Halloween! Psst... if she’s more into fairies this year, we’ve got everything you need to let your mini fairy fly: rainbow wings, glitter crown and wand set,
Cricky, mate!
Thanks to Robert Irwin, “wildlife conservationist” is topping (search) charts, right along with his top dance scores each week. If your toddler’s an avid animal lover or otherwise zoo-obsessed, this zip-up vest will have your mini wildlife conservationist looking straight out of the outback. Or snag this baseball cap, use eyeliner to draw a face, and you’ve got a bear costume in a snap—plus, a hat that’s flexible, tagless and ready for years of singing “we’re going on a bear hunt.” For reptile, dragon or dinosaur fans, here’s a cape that can be made into anything their imagination dreams up.
Each one of these looks is fuss-free and toddler friendly so you can send them to preschool dress-up day, trunk-or-treat, the fall festival, the playground even without worrying about a thing. Wear your costume day to tumbling class? No prob. Toddler wants to sleep in it? Why not. Take these base looks and make them your own with comfy, smart, toddler-made solids from Otter Avenue. Let your mini inspire any extra details and have a fun and stylish Halloween.
