Hocus Pocus 2 Halloween Costumes For Kids

So, there I was, last Halloween, struggling to help my niece decide on a costume. She's a picky one, you see, and she'd already vetoed every idea I had. "Not a princess, not a superhero, and definitely not a ghost," she'd declared. I was about to give up when she suddenly exclaimed, "I want to be something spooky, but not scary!" And that, my friends, is how I found myself down the rabbit hole of finding the perfect not-scary-but-still-spooky costume for a 7-year-old. And thus, our love affair with Hocus Pocus began.

Enter the Sanderson Sisters

If you're not familiar with Hocus Pocus, where have you been? It's a classic 90s Disney movie about three witch sisters, the Sanderson Sisters, who are accidentally brought back to life on Halloween night. They're funny, they're spooky, and they're perfect for kids who want to dress up but don't want to be too scary. Plus, who wouldn't want to dress up as a character played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy?

Winifred Sanderson: The Leader of the Pack

Winifred, or Winnie, is the oldest sister and the leader of the pack. She's the one with the green face and the pointy hat. She's also the one who loves to sing, so if your little one loves to belt out a tune, this could be the perfect costume. And the best part? You can make the costume yourself with a little bit of green face paint, a black dress, and a pointy hat. Just don't forget the broomstick!

Mary Sanderson: The Sweet One

Mary is the sweet one of the trio. She's the one with the pink face and the curly hair. She's also the one who loves to eat, so if your little one has a sweet tooth, this could be the perfect costume. And the best part? You can make this costume yourself too. Just grab a pink face paint, a white dress, and some curly hair extensions. Don't forget the black lipstick!

Sarah Sanderson: The Flirtatious One

Sarah is the flirtatious one of the sisters. She's the one with the purple face and the black hair. She's also the one who loves to dance, so if your little one loves to boogie, this could be the perfect costume. And the best part? You can make this costume yourself as well. Just grab a purple face paint, a black dress, and some black hair dye (or a wig if you're not ready to commit to the color change!). Don't forget the black lipstick!

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But What About the Boys?

You might be thinking, "But what if my little one is a boy? Will he want to dress up as a witch?" Well, firstly, who cares? It's 2022, let kids be kids and dress up as whatever they want. But if you're looking for a more gender-neutral option, how about Thackery Binx, the talking cat? He's a key character in the movie and he's not a witch. Plus, who doesn't love a cat costume?

DIY or Buy?

So, you've decided on a costume, now what? Well, that's up to you. If you're feeling crafty, you can make the costumes yourself. There are plenty of tutorials online that can guide you through the process. But if you're not the crafty type, or you're short on time, there are plenty of store-bought options available too. Just make sure to get them early, as Halloween costumes have a tendency to sell out fast.

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Don't Forget the Accessories!

Once you've got the costume sorted, don't forget the accessories. The Sanderson Sisters always have their brooms with them, so make sure to get one of those. And if you're feeling really creative, you could even make some "snacks" for your little one to carry around. Just make sure they're not too realistic, we don't want any trick-or-treaters getting scared!

Happy Halloween!

And there you have it, folks. The ultimate guide to Hocus Pocus costumes for kids. Whether you're making them yourself or buying them from a store, there's no denying that these costumes are a lot of fun. So, get creative, get spooky, and most importantly, have a happy Halloween!