Like so many, Andrei and I got completely hooked on Stranger Things. From little El with that deeply expressive face to sweet, toothless Dustin and the forever underappreciated Barb (speaking of Barb…!), it’s my newest favorite show, and I’m trying to pull myself out of a cave of sadness now that it’s over.
If you’re looking for Stranger Things Halloween costume ideas — either for yourself, as a couple (Eleven and Mike!), or for a whole group of friends, look no further. I’ve put together collages of the different elements for each of my favorite characters.
Stranger Things Halloween Costume Ideas
Since Stranger Things is set in Indiana in 1983, everyone’s dressed in their early 80s finest. Key factors to note? Nothing too fashion-forward; this wasn’t New York or LA. We’re also talking about some adorably geeky tweens and little girl who just escaped the institution from hell.
Your best bet for sourcing a lot of the costume elements is going to be your local thrift store or opp shop. For anything you can’t find — that Peter Pan collar dress is pretty specific, I’ve included affiliate links to purchase online. A lot of the links are Amazon, so if you have Amazon Prime, take advantage of the free two-day shipping to throw together a last-minute Halloween costume! If you don’t have Prime, you can do the 30-day free trial and then cancel before it expires.
Want suggestions for a character I haven’t featured here? Leave a comment, and if enough people are looking for someone, I’ll pop in and add a new collage!
Eleven
- Men’s jacket in navy
- Peter Pan collar for dress
- Knee-length blush dress
- Fake blood
- Striped knee high tube socks
- Eggo waffles
- White Converse high tops
- Wig – you’ll need to trim it
Mike
Lucas
- Burnt orange jacket
- Blue ringer tee
- Toy binoculars
- Blue backpack
- Grey skinny pants
- Digital watch
- Grey Puma tennis shoes
- Camo bandana
Dustin
If you are looking for a stylish and versatile jacket that will last for years to come, a chocolate brown leather jacket is a great option.
Slim fit jackets are a stylish and versatile option for men of all ages. They can be dressed up or down, making them perfect for a variety of occasions.
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Okay, here is a test shot of my daughter in her 11 costume (well most of it.)
http://imgur.com/AXZhd47
Oh my gosh Preston, that looks AMAZING!!!
Where did you find items..
I LOVE this. Our whole family is doing Stranger things (Me (Hopper) my wife (Joyce), my daughter (11), and my son (Will). The only hangup is that I have been completely unable to find THE vest that will wears in the first episode. The red/gold two tone is seemingly impossible to find. Have you found anything even approaching that look in your searchings?
Great job on these! All of the ideas are really accurate with the show and I am just overall impressed! I ordered Dustin’s shirt, because my friends and I are participating in our “Senior Halloween Costume Contest,” and we are going all out. Thank you for putting these on here!!
I’m so glad to hear it, Mac! And your group HAS to win with those costumes! I was so excited to find the exact replica of Dustin’s shirt. 🙂
oh em gee YESSSSSSS. My friend and her kids went to comicon in Boston the other week. The night before her daughter decided she wanted to be El, so she was up until 3am making the most wicked costume ever!
Oh my gosh I bet it was amazing! I wish I were better at sewing because her dress is everything!
Lindsay, these are so perfect!!! I wanted to be Queen Cersei, but you’ve definitely given me pause. Well done!
So I TOTALLY want you to do this! But also you’d make a BADASS Cersei!!!
I LOVE this!! I can’t wait to see you and Andrei in your costumes!!
Eeep! Thanks, lady! I’m excited to post it next week!
This is genius and I think we might just have to do this!!!!
Thanks, Kriste! I made Andrei dress up with me as Mike! 🙂
Just finished watching the entire series (in one day) and LOVED it. So many references to the 80’s (I’m at 80’s child from Lima, Peru) Awesome post! Pinned!
Thanks so much, Ursula! ♥ I tried to drag the show out as long as possible because I didn’t want it to end. I think I managed to make it almost two weeks before we broke and watched the finale! lol
P.S. I looove Peru!
I LOVE that you included Ego Waffles!
So, spoiler alert: when I shot the Eleven and Mike costumes IRL with Andrei yesterday, I FORGOT THE WAFFLES! 🙁
This actually helps so much! I have been told way to many times I look like an older dustin and was told I should be him for Halloween haha. Thank you 🙂
Ahh you have to share pictures if you do it. Dustin is the absolute cutest!!!