You can't have Halloween without witches. From holiday-inspired movies like Hocus Pocus to Disney classics that include The Little Mermaid and Snow White, witches have been the hero, villain or beloved TV protagonist since the beginning of time. Thanks to its versatility and popularity, a witch is consistently one of the top Halloween costume searches year after year. But don't worry—it's easy to put a unique spin on your getup to ensure it stands out in a crowd.
The best part is that there's no right or wrong way to be a witch, making it ideal for kids or adults who love all things scary or want to dress up as their favorite pop culture character. Add a pointy black hat and a broom for a storybook witch, grab a magic wand and cast spells as Hermione from Harry Potter or slather on green paint and practice your evil laugh. Plus, going as a witch also works if you're looking for a group ensemble, a pet costume or need a quick DIY.
Even if you choose to be a different witch every October 31st, it's a timeless Halloween costume that will never go out of style. So, if you want to channel your inner witch this Halloween without all the toil and trouble, check out these bewitching costume ideas.
The Scarlet Witch
Whether you're a fan of the Marvel comics, The Avengers or the newest miniseries, WandaVision, The Scarlet Witch is an eye-catching costume. She certainly proves that you don't need to have a black pointy hat and a broom to look good or fight crime.
Wicked Witch
Who says you always have to be good? If you want to take a walk on the wicked side this Halloween, slather on your black lipstick and boil up some candy in your cauldron. It's a modern take on the timeless evil witch.
Hermione Granger
Start practicing in the mirror—"It's leviOsa, not levioSAA." Hermione Granger may be one of the most well-known and loved witches of all time. Fans of both the books and the movies will be in awe over this impressive costume.
Ursula
With the newly released live-action remake of The Little Mermaid, Ursula is a trendy villain sure to be popular this Halloween. If you want to wow the competition, this set comes with a shirt, a corset, a skirt, two skirt hoops, an Ursula wig and a necklace.
Whimsical Witch
Wearing bright colors and a tutu skirt is fun for any occasion, but especially on Halloween. If you want to dress up as a witch on October 31st but aren't keen on black dresses or scary makeup, a whimsical witch is the perfect idea.
Hocus Pocus Group Costume
Fans of the original Halloween-inspired classic movie and new lovers of the franchise will love styling the entire group as the Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus in perfectly coordinated cloaks. Add a hat or wig to complete the transformation to Winifred, Mary or Sarah. Be careful—you might win the best group costume.
Glinda The Good Witch
Click your heels together three times if you want to be Glinda the Good Witch for Halloween. This kind and powerful sorceress costume also comes with a light-up tiara to help you navigate the evening while passing out candy or at a party.
Classic Witch
While they come in many shapes and sizes, the first image your mind conjures when thinking about a witch is a black dress and a black pointy hat. You can also add a broom or black and white striped tights.
Toddler Witch
Kids can get in on the witch-spiration too. Toddlers will love trick-or-treating in the full-coverage gown with fun colors.
Maleficent
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If you're on a budget but want to look extra witchy, check out this Maleficent accessory set that comes with horns, a feather shawl and feather cuffs. Just add a black cloak or dress, and the frightening look is complete.
Sabrina Spellman
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Go on a chilling adventure as Sabrina Spellman the teenage witch this Halloween. While she has a fun and spirited attitude, don't underestimate her power.
Kiki's Delivery Service
If you love watching the cute witch on Kiki's Delivery Service, this costume set comes with everything you need. To complete the look, just add an adorable black plush cat.
Marnie Piper
Halloweentown is a classic holiday-inspired movie that is being discovered by new fans every Halloween. With this costume, anyone can transform into their favorite witch, Marnie Piper.
Witch Doctor
Dr. Facilier from Princess and the Frog has a sleek outfit that will take you from one Halloween party to the next.
Agatha Harkness
Instead of rooting for the titular character in WandaVision, some may prefer the villain protagonist, Agatha Harkness. She proves you don't need the classic broomstick and black attire to be a powerful witch.
