Kids generally like what they like, and when it comes to dressing up in their favorite costume for Halloween, you may find it a little the same as last year.
According to the National Retail Federation, data released showed that close to half of the shoppers (42%) plan to hit the discount stores to buy their Halloween merchandise. The remainder will hit specialty Halloween or costume stores, shop online, go to the grocery or department store.
“Halloween celebrations are primarily for children, and we see many of the same costume choices year after year,” Prosper Insights Executive Vice President for Strategy Phil Rist said. “Grownups who celebrate may be looking for new ideas, but for children, princesses and superheroes are perennial favorites.”
The ongoing trade war with China is causing uncertainty among American consumers, and 14 percent of those surveyed said their concerns about the economy would impact their Halloween plans. Most Halloween merchandise was in the country before 15 percent tariffs on consumer goods took effect on Sept 1.
But don’t let trade wars stress you, parents, out, because at the end of the day this year’s ‘Top 10 Costumes’ can be bought or made. By having some choice, and adding some creativity, you can bet your kiddo will love their costume as they prepare to hit the streets trick or treating this Halloween.
- Princess
- Superhero
- Spiderman
- Avengers Character (excluding Spiderman)
- Batman
- Witch
- Ghost
- Vampire
- Frozen (Elsa or Anna)
- Pirate
