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The gloriously low effort Halloween costumes that lazy guys swear by
Sure, you could have decided what to wear for Halloween weeks ago.
But when an easy, low effort costume is all you want – there’s really no need to bother.
Similar to how diamonds are made under pressure, some of us have our best ideas in the eleventh hour. There’s just something about an impending deadline that gets the creative juices flowing.
After all:
Inspiration often strikes when you least expect it.
And according to a scientific study, even procrastination has its benefits. Go figure.
So:
Here are 46 super easy Halloween costumes for guys to wear on Halloween that prove a lack of planning is the ultimate catalyst for creativity.
Easy Men’s Halloween Costumes
If you’re looking for easy costumes with normal clothes, you’ve come to the right place.
Febreze Air Freshener
This first idea is clever as hell and I can’t stop laughing at it. Print a Febreze logo, slap it on a light blue shirt, and you’re good to gooooo.
Lazy Halloween costumes like this are my favorite. It tickles the right part of brain.
DIY Cowboy Ken
Cowboy Ken is one of the most popular costumes of recent years thanks to the Barbie movie. But you don’t have to have invest in the whole fancy western getup to pull off this look.
There are three KEY components to this easy men’s costume idea; a cowboy hat, a black bandana, and a pink button-up shirt. As long as you have all those pieces, no one will be mistaken as to who you’ve dressed up as. You can wear a white tee and black pants like this guy, or with whatever’s available in your own closet.
For more fantastic plastic inspiration, check out these Ken and Barbie couples costumes. The ideas are more involved than the example above, but the outfits are still pretty straightforward. It’s worth taking a look if you you don’t need to throw a costume together at the absolute last second.
Pitbull aka Mr. Worldwide
This idea is the best way to incorporate a black suit, a cool gold chain, and sunglasses into an easy peasy Halloween costume.
And yes, Mr. Worldwide is an excellent costume idea for bald guys. However, don’t let a full head of hair hold you back. Bald caps are a thing, commit to the bit.
Tom Selleck in Magnum P.I.
With mustaches being very popular with the male crowd, Magnum P.I. is an especially fitting Halloween look.
This costume is the perfect time not only to let the stache shine, but also your favorite hawaiian shirt too. It’s a good idea to start no shave November early and let the chest hair grow in thick to make your costume all the more authentic.
Pothole & Traffic Cone
Well-played puns make for some truly awesome low effort Halloween costumes for guys and gals. Big props to this fun couple, what a cute DIY costume idea!
Han Solo Cup
Speaking of costume puns—
ThisStar Warscostume is guaranteed to be a big hit! 🤣 Don’t have enough time to get a red solo cup of that size? No problem, just tape a few solo cups to yourself instead.
Catwoman x Batman Costume
You know what’s better than dressing up as your favorite character for Halloween?
Nailing the classic costume with minimal effort.
The Caped Crusader is a popular choice because what guy hasn’t secretly wished for to be a superhero at some point? Secure yourself a Batman mask to wear with your darkest clothing and let the games begin!
Toilet Paper Roll
Whether you want to say you’re dressed as a toilet paper roll or a paper towel roll is up to you. I think toilet paper roll is funnier, though.
Ace Ventura, Pet Detective
This idea will have you all righty for a party in no time! Plus, it’s a good excuse to break out that hawaiian shirt you’ve be saving for the perfect occasion.
Save money by DIYing the tutu (no sewing required.)
Dairy Farmer
Pair your favorite blue jeans and plaid shirt with a cowboy hat and you have yourself an low effort Halloween party costume ready in no time.
A straw hat would also be acceptable. And while cowboy boots are not required, if you already have some they’ll take this outfit to the next level.
Elmer’s Glue
If you own a plain white t-shirt you can make this costume for Halloween fast!
This is the perfect choice for men who work in construction, as well as hunters. Cause they’re the kind of guys who would already own a hi vis beanie (if not, several) that will compliment the Elmer’s Glue label oh-so beautifully. 👌
Professor Quirrell as Puppeted by Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
We love to see a confident bald man with a good sense of humor! This is one of the best Halloween costume ideas for men who are Harry Potter fans, or guys who want to impress the ladies with a solid HP reference.
Ask a friend to draw Lord Voldemort’s face on your dome (preferably with a washable marker) and then encircle that bad boy with a purple scarf. You might even be able to free hand it yourself with a mirror.
Step Brothers
Characters from Will Ferrell movies will never not be great men’s Halloween costumes.
No need to spend much either, as you can score vests for the look at athrift store.
Related: Best Two Guys Halloween Costumes (12 Crazy Funny Ideas)
Football Player and Cheerleader
This next last-minute costume idea for guys could not be easier!
And don’t worry, being a Cowboys fan is not required. The Dallas Cowboys have some of the most instantly recognizable cheer squad, however you can simply pop on the jersey of the football team you personally root for.
Honestly this is a quick costume idea works for most sports. Think hockey, basketball, soccer… You can subcheerleaderforfanwith any of the sports that don’t have cheerleaders. If you’re doing a couples or duo costume that is.Otherwise, no need to worry about that part.
Mannequin Costume
If you have an extra crutch lying around, dressing up as a mannequin is a no-brainer.
Vincent Vega from Pulp Fiction
Cult classic film,Pulp Fiction‘s Vincent Vega is an iconic character that actually makes for a really easy Halloween costume men can copy in a flash.
The best thing about this idea is how insanely normal clothes friendly it is. It’s just black pants, a white dress shirt, and a well-placed bolo tie! This is a great idea for a duo costume as your other half can go as the unmistakable, Mrs. Mia Wallace.
Jack from The Shining
If you’re a fella who feels his best in a flannel shirt but you already went as lumberjack last year, this is the men’s Halloween costume for you. You can even recycle the prop axe with this iconic look!
You can make the door your face is “busting” through from cardboard or paper. It doesn’t need to be anywhere close to perfect. Trust me, this costume will not go unappreciated by your friends and all the horror movie buffs you run across.
Cupid’s Victim
Wanna do a funny Halloween costume but still be able to do a pair costume with your girl? Cupid’s victim is a killer choice.
Sacrificing a white shirt to spatter with fake blood is small price to pay for a low effort costume that’s as clever and darkly humorous as this.
Indiana Jones
All you need is a trip to thethrift storeto recreate this legendary costume. The hat, satchel and maybe even the whip, can be thrifted!
The only thing missing from this Halloween look is a suple, brownleather jacket. If you ask nicely, I bet your grandpa would gladly let you borrow his for the night.
Pumpkin Man
I LOVE this idea! I’m sure 90% of the people you run into on Halloween will love it, too.
Warner from Legally Blonde
Dressing up with your girlfriend this year? Warner and Elle from Legally Blonde are the perfect costume idea.
The best part is all you’ll need as dude is a pair of jeans (or chino pants if you’re so inclined) and a crew neck sweater. Bonus points if it’s a Harvard college sweatshirt.
Risky Business Boys Group Costume
@officialstephenlomas Risky Business Pt 2 😂 @Alix & Stephen Show @Let’s Get Moving Boys #riskybusiness#lgmboys#rugbyplayers#tomcruise#kc#kansascity#bffs ♬ Old Time Rock & Roll – Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band
Remember Tom Cruise dancing in his underwear inRisky Business? That’s the vibe you’re channeling with this costume idea. If you’ve the confidence (and the thighs), I say rock it.
While there are tons of group Halloween costume ideas, this one is so choice. It’s low effort, yet maximum impact. Underwear, button up shirt, and socks? Yeah those are standard-issue clothes all guys already own. And that’s why this is such an awesome last-minute costume idea for men!
Simple and simply genius; it’s an easy group costume for both you and the boys. Just imagine the reactions this look will get when you roll up to the party…it’ll be a night you won’t forget!
Terrance and Phillip
It’s so easy for dudes to DIY this Halloween costume and the final look is surprisingly accurate. The resemblance to the South Park characters is uncanny!
Game of Twister
WARNING: only wear this costume if you want girls to flock to you.
White Trash
All you need to copy this idea are trash bags and crumpled up newspaper. It’s so simple but so clever.
Arthur
This easy costume with normal clothes caters to guys who already own a yellow sweater or shirt.
Transform yourself into Arthur for the night just by wearing a pair of glasses and some homemade aardvark ears.
Glasses Guy Meme
Memes like this one make for some pretty good Halloween ideas.
Chance the Frapper
Keep your Halloween look simple by working with what clothing you’ve already got!
Marty McFly
Who doesn’t love Back to the Future??
The orange vest is what really pulls the look together.
And, if you’re a hunter or a construction worker, you probably already own something similar. Give it your own spin!
King Bob from Recess
Spending the holiday in sweatpants? This man knows how to live.
This guys last minute Halloween costume is a genius way to throw it back Saturday morning cartoons while being comfortable as hell.
The “Ex-Boyfriend”
While this dude’s idea might have backfired a little, I’ve gotta give him props for the creativity. Plus, the ability to laugh at yourself is always an attractive quality.
Green Giant
It’s amazing what a little bit of green paint can do in a pinch.
Not to mention, this idea will help you stand out in a sea of Hulk costumes!
Salt Bae
Another meme-tastic idea you can pull off with the normal clothing in your closet! The datedness of the meme adds a certain something to the costume as a whole.
Grass
Yep, you can just glue grass all over your body and call it day. It doesn’t hurt that the costume is beyond cheap.
Fancy Clothes Nacho Libre
Nacho Libre costumes might be overdone, but this version isn’t!
It’s a vibe that screams “I slay on the dance floor.”
Related: Insanely Clever Last Minute Costumes for Guys With Beards
Mr. Clean
Bald fellas can appreciate a no effort Halloween costume like this.
Even if you’d need to shave your head for the look, it’s still a pretty easy Halloween costume for guys and many would support your choice.Keep in mind, ladies love a man who’s smooth.
One Night Stand
Here’s another DIY costume that goes to show you that cardboard boxes have endless uses. The only limit is your imagination. 🌈
Dustin from Stranger Things
Dustin is a cute, relevant, and (most importantly) hella easy costume for Halloween.
Ricky Bobby
Talladega Nights is one of my favorite movies so I think this idea is totally rad.
At this point, I’d say Ricky Bobby is a certifiedclassic Halloween costume. It always SLAPS.
Gym Teacher
Dressing as a gym teacher for Halloween just means breaking out your shortest gym shorts and your tallest tube socks.
A clipboard and a lanyard are a nice touch to the outfit, as well.
Beavis and Butthead
Metallica and ACDC shirts paired with funny expressions will get the job done on Halloween night.
Don’t skimp on the Cornholio impressions, the gag always gets the people going!
Bottle of Sriracha
If you want to show off your love of Sriracha in the most uncomfortable way possible, try this idea.
Topical costumes can be agreat thingand this one is definitely relevant with the Sriracha shortages going on inreal life.
Contestant on The Price is Right
Lazy Halloween costumes for guys don’t get any simpler than this! All you need is a name tag and a good sharpie.
A Box
Desperate times call for desperate measures….
…there are no stupid costumes on Halloween, right?
Ed from Good Burger
This 90’s character costume is too perfect! Now’s the time to let your rollerblading skills shine.
Throwback ideas like this makeawesome Halloween costumes for men!Bank on that nostalgia factor, it always pays off handsomely.
Final thoughts on last-minute costume ideas for guys
So that concludes this post with easy costumes for guys/last minute Halloween costumes for guys.
I have to hand it to these men, those were some truly creative and amazing costume ideas. Hopefully the list helped you decide on one to try for Halloween this year.
More easy costume ideas for guys:
- 40 Halloween Costumes for Every Kind of College Guy
- 13 Best Two Guys Halloween Costume Ideas
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