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29 Group Halloween Costumes for the Office

Julia Marzovilla
10 min read
 Split image of Barbie film, friends tv show and the cheetah girls .
Split image of Barbie film, friends tv show and the cheetah girls .

Dressing up for Halloween at work throws you into a tricky predicament: You need to find a costume that’s cute but won't get you in trouble with your boss—or, worse, HR (sorry, sexy cat costume from last year). Plus, before you whip out the eye makeup and the fairy wings, consider that you’ll have to wear your full getup on your morning commute. But since dressing up with other people is more fun than going it alone, you should grab your coworkers and make Halloween a true group effort. Nothing promotes team bonding like deciding which wigs to wear or who will be which character from your favorite sitcom. Ahead, find 29 of the best group Halloween costumes that will win you and your coworkers a place in the costume contest (but also won't make you look crazy while sitting at your desk and actually getting work done).

Minions

Minions from Despicable me
Minions from Despicable me

These little yellow guys are not only adorable, but they also make for an easy costume. Denim overalls and yellow makeup carry the look here, but glasses and fun accessories can also add to your despicable costume.

H&M Straight Denim Overalls, $50

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Sun-Staches Minions Official Goggles, $10

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Barbies

Issa Rae in Barbie 2023
Issa Rae in Barbie 2023

There's no question that 2023 is the year of Barbie. The film has Margot Robbie in so many iconic costumes, which were practically made to recreate for Halloween. For a group, steal a look from Barbie's closet, or for an easier (and more comfortable) look, opt for the Barbies' pink jumpsuit.

Extro & Vert Petite Utility Jumpsuit in Hot Pink, $96

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Taylor Swift's Album Eras

Taylor swift eras tour
Taylor swift eras tour

Taylor Swift has had one hell of a year, and you can bet she's going to be the inspiration behind a ton of costumes. Each of her album eras has a distinct vibe, making it the perfect costume to tackle as a group. Think cowboy boots for "Fearless," a fedora for "22," an edgy bodysuit for "Reputation," and a rainbow dress for "Lover." The list goes on and on.

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Dirty Laundry Josea Cowboy Boot, $90

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H&M Felt Hat, $20

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Lulus Late Night Out Black Sequin Sleeveless Romper, $73

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Show Me Your Mumu Wear Me Out Dress, $258

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The Cast of 'Clue'

Clue 1985 Alle Moerder Sind Schon Da Clue v.l.n.r.: Lesley Ann Warren, Martin Mull, Madeline Kahn, Michael McKean, Tim Curry,
Clue 1985 Alle Moerder Sind Schon Da Clue v.l.n.r.: Lesley Ann Warren, Martin Mull, Madeline Kahn, Michael McKean, Tim Curry,

Based on the popular board game, 1985's Clue features a whole cast of zany characters with their own distinct styles. If you need a clue on costumes, just follow the characters' names. Mrs. White wears a white apron, Professor Plum, a purple blazer, and Scarlet, a red dress... you get it.

CRB Fashion Waist Apron, $20

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Textured Plaid Sport Coat, $100

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Showpo Adilah Maxi Dress, $100

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M&Ms

View of the M&M's anthropomorphized candy characters that have gotten a redesigned look, stamped on a retail store purchase container, New York, NY, January 21, 2022. Brown M&M character has been designed with feminine high heels and Green M&M receiving boots.
View of the M&M's anthropomorphized candy characters that have gotten a redesigned look, stamped on a retail store purchase container, New York, NY, January 21, 2022. Brown M&M character has been designed with feminine high heels and Green M&M receiving boots.

Everyone's favorite candy makes for an incredibly easy office-appropriate costume. All you need is a T-shirt in the color of your choice, white gloves, and white sneakers. Seal the deal with an "M" iron-on detail and you're instantly recognizable.

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Fruit of the Loom Men's Premium Crew Tees, $7

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Chenille Stitch Varsity Iron-On Patch, $8

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The Cast of 'Scooby-Doo'

SCOOBY-DOO 2002 Warner film with Sarah Michelle Gellar at left
SCOOBY-DOO 2002 Warner film with Sarah Michelle Gellar at left

Gather your gang and go as Velma, Shaggy, Daphne, and Fred for Halloween. Just about everyone knows the Mystery Gang and each character only has one or two signature items to their look. If one of you has a furry friend, put them to work and dress them up as Scooby.

Star Shining Mini Dress, $65

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Chunky Ribbed Sweater with High Neck in Orange, $27

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Gildan - Softstyle V-Neck T-Shirt, $10

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SATINIOR Chiffon Scarf, $10

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The Cast of 'The Cheetah Girls'

BRYAN,WILLIAMS,RAVEN,BAILON, THE CHEETAH GIRLS, 2003
BRYAN,WILLIAMS,RAVEN,BAILON, THE CHEETAH GIRLS, 2003

'90s babies know and love the DCOM The Cheetah Girls so this is a no-brainer costume if your office leans on the millennial and Gen-Z side. Get matching velour tracksuits and cheetah print tanks and you're good to go. Don't blame me if your group suddenly wants to bust out into song.

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Facitisu Track Suits for Women, $40

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Beanie Babies

Collection of TY Beanie Babies
Collection of TY Beanie Babies

Ideal for the group that wants to stay cozy, this costume is basically made up of different onesies and a big logo. Not only is this costume incredibly easy, but it gives you the chance to essentially wear PJs to work. It's a win-win in my book.

Silver Lilly Slim Fit Adult Onesie, $32

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The Cast of 'The Office'

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Halloween Costume ideas

This one might be obvious, but it's super easy to copy when you're in, well, the office. While you might not have a camera following you and your coworkers around every day, you should still stock up on your "World's Best Boss" mugs just in case. Bonus points for going as "hole punch Jim" for some added flair.

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Gravity Shades New Non-Prescription Premium Aviator Clear Lens Glasses, $7

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Dunder Mifflin Baseball Hat, $18

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The Office World's Best Boss Ceramic Mug, $16

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The Cast of 'The Wizard of Oz'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Make everyone's favorite childhood costume more modern with fashionable updates. Swap out the ruby slippers for a more subtle patent leather pair, and transform into the lion with a brown fuzzy coat that you'll be wearing all winter anyway.

Gap Sherpa Moto Jacket, $128

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Vince Camuto Hendriy Ankle Strap Pump, $99

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Commando Faux Leather Legging, $118

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Enid India Blue Check Dress, $192

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The Briefcase Girls from 'Deal or No Deal'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Never forget that Meghan Markle was once a briefcase girl on Deal or No Deal before her big break on Suits. All you need to copy the look is a briefcase each, some colored paper, and megawatt smiles. Put on the same dress in a single color, and you'll be good to go.

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7.3 Inch Aluminum Laptop Attaché Briefcase, $81

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The Cast of 'Ghostbusters'

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Halloween Costume ideas

If boiler suits are already your go-to fall outfit, then this costume will be super easy to copy. Complete the look with custom patches. Now, the only ghosts you'll be fighting this Halloween are the ones of exes past.

Quince Cotton Linen Twill Long Sleeve Coverall Jumpsuit, $90

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Ghostbusters Name Tags & No Ghost Sign Logo Applique Patches, $20

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The Cast of 'Mad Men'

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Halloween Costume ideas

The outfits on Mad Men are some of the best in TV history, so there's no good reason not to get dressed up in your '60s best this Halloween. From shirt dresses to dainty silk neckerchiefs, it only takes a few items to achieve vintage outfit perfection.

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J.Crew Collection Bubble-Skirt Drop-Waist Dress in Organza, $198

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Ann Mashburn Navy Tie-Neck Blouse, $425

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Black Halo High Waisted Pencil Skirt, $298

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The Cast of 'Orange is the New Black'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Here's another super easy costume to copy. Bid Piper and the rest of Litchfield Penitentiary adieu with your best all-orange or all-beige getup this year.

Abercrombie and Fitch Long-Sleeve Denim Jumpsuit, $105

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Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, and Hermione Granger from 'Harry Potter'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Delight your inner Potterhead this year and get dressed up in the Gryffindor garb you've been secretly hiding in the back of your closet since middle school. The costumes might get more relaxed later in the series, but I'm still obsessed with these adorable house uniforms.

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Harry Potter Gryffindor Patch Knit Scarf, $20

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Hermione Granger's Wand, $40

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Eyebuydirect Epilogue Oval Silver Eyeglasses, $29

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The Cast of 'Pretty in Pink'

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Halloween Costume ideas

While everyone else is dressed up in their best The Breakfast Club-inspired looks, consider going as something a little more underrated: the cast of Pretty in Pink. Molly Ringwald stars as Andie Walsh, the tie-dye-obsessed OG fashion girl caught between her love for her best friend, Duckie, and her preppy dream boy, Dale. Cue the oversized blazers, mixed prints, and wildly teased hair.

Madewell The Larsen Blazer in Mixed Plaid, $198

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Topshop Riviera Tie Dye Long Sleeve Satin Dress, $119

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H&M Easy-Iron Slim Fit Shirt, $20

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The Belcher Family From 'Bob's Burgers'

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Halloween Costume ideas

If you're looking for a funny costume option, allow the Belcher family from Bob's Burgers to serve as your inspiration. Grab some chunky square-framed glasses and a pink bunny and you'll totally nail the look. Tina Belcher's awesome dance moves not included.

Bob's Burgers Louise Pink Bunny Ears Hat, $14

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Classic Oprah Square Eyewear Non-prescription Thick Glasses Frame, $17

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Everlane T-Shirt, $30

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The Spice Girls

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Halloween Costume ideas

Spicing up your life has never been so easy. Whether you're a Posh Spice or a closeted Sporty Spice lover, grab your girls and go all out. While wearing Ginger's infamous flag dress might not work for the usual 9-5, there's no denying the appeal of dressing up like the world's most popular girlband.

Susana Monaco Strapless Tube Mini Dress, $98

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COLLUSION Unisex track pants in blue, $50

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Ginger Power 1990s Union Jack British Flag Dress Costume, $29

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Spice Girls T-Shirt, $23

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Show Me Your Mumu Martina Jumpsuit, $198

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The Cast of 'Mean Girls'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Halloween might fall on a Saturday this year, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't wear pink. But don't stop at The Plastics for your Mean Girls costume inspiration. Grab "the best people you'll ever meet" and add Janis and Ian into the mix, too.

A Little Bit Dramatic Tank, $25

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Pink Pleated Mini Skirt, $17

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Aeropostale Men's Solid Uniform Logo Rugby Polo Shirt, $25

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J.Crew Crewneck Sweater in Brushed Italian Yarn, $65

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The Cast of 'Sex and the City'

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Halloween Costume ideas

You can't really go wrong with dressing up as Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, and Samantha this Halloween. Plus, you might be able to find some of the items in your wardrobe.

Veronica Beard Vest, $237

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Chimi Square Sunglasses, $98

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Nanushka Dress, $275

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Magda Butrym, $984

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The Cast of 'Friends'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Another fun group Halloween costume idea: The cast of Friends. Why not organize your group to dress up as the most loved cast of all time?

ASOS Black Vest, $32

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Agolde Denim Vest, $155

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Banana Republic Sweater Top, $55

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The Cast of 'Now and Then'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Now and Then had many '90s summer looks that can easily be turned into a costume this Halloween, and I'm sure you'll find some of these pieces in your summer wardrobe. Look for crop tops, a matching printed set, printed t-shirts, and jumpsuits.

Sleeper Floral Set, $220

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Free People Corset Top, $68

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Free People Ribbed Tee, $28

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Mango Denim Short Jumpsuit, $59.99

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The Cast of 'Heathers'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Do you have an office clique and an obsession with blazers? Then you don't have to think twice about your group Halloween costume.

Nasty Gal Double Breasted Blazer, $42

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ASOS Yellow Blazer, $50

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Aritzia Power Blazer, $198

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Eliza J Black Velvet Blazer, $118

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Supermodels

Halloween Costume ideas
Halloween Costume ideas

Get your girl gang together to catwalk down the hallway in your office with gold gowns.

Michael Costello x REVOLVE Mott Maxi Dress, $268
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The Cast of 'Toy Story'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Toy Story will forever be a go-to when planning Halloween costumes, especially if you're planning to get a large group together. You'll find that everyone connects with a character.

Buzz Lightyear T-Shirt,$19.99

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Woody T-Shirt,$20

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Jessie T-Shirt, $20

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Charlie's Angels

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Halloween Costume ideas

The outfits from Charlie's Angels can be put together from all the black pieces in your wardrobe. Don't forget to get a picture of your Charlie's Angel pose.

ASOS Black Vest, $32

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ASOS Black Blazer, $56

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The Cast of 'The Addams Family'

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Halloween Costume ideas

If you can't figure out who how many people will be part of your group costume, The Addams Family are a good option. They'll forever make a good Halloween costume with pieces that can be re-worn and styled daily.

Tommy Hilfiger Black Shift Dress, $89

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Halston V-Neck Gown, $395

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Monki Black and White Striped Shirt, $16

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The Cast of 'Hamilton'

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Halloween Costume ideas

If you can't stop listening to the Hamilton soundtrack and don't have a Halloween costume yet—we found it for you. Get your friends, family, or colleagues together to recreate members of the Hamilton cast.

Tailcoat Jacket, $32

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Victorian Medieval Dress, $49

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The Cast of 'The Avengers'

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Halloween Costume ideas

Superheroes always make the best Halloween costumes, don't they?

Black Widow Costume, $46

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Capitan America Costume, $47

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Hulk Smash Hands, $27

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Iron Man Gloves, $11.24

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