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15 Cool Transformers Halloween Costume Ideas to Buy or DIY Last-Minute
Calling all Autobots, Decepticons, Maximals and Predacons!
Finding the perfect last-minute Halloween costume can be as simple as picking a character from your favorite movie. And when it comes to popular action-packed films, take Transformers for example, the car-turning Autobots, Optimus Prime and Bumblee, may be your top picks. With their colorful armor, these Decepticon-fighting robots make the coolest costumes. Fortunately, we have some of the best Transformers Halloween costume ideas below, where you'll find DIY and store-bought ensembles for kids and adults alike.
Since the first movie was released in 2007, the Transformers franchise continues to win fans over. Originally a toy line and cartoon series, the franchise has produced some of the coolest characters worth replicating for Halloween. From Arcee and Soundwave to Ironhide and Grimlock, the list of characters in the series only grows. Not to mention, the villainous Megatron and his fellow Decepticon allies, Shockwave and Starscream. What makes these costumes even better? They're work-appropriate, great for groups and typically available at your local Halloween store (think Spirit Halloween or Party City).
So, save time searching for Transformers costumes in-store with our roundup below. We've gathered the best 'fits from Amazon and Halloween Costumes.com, along with some creative DIYs worth trying. As Optimus Prime famously says: "Autobots, roll out!"
Being the leader of car-transforming robots can be a lot to handle as a little kid. Luckily, a cool costume, with an equally as cool mask, can make the journey seem all the more easier — and fun! This set comes with a blue and red jumpsuit, gloves, shoe covers, a hood and a mask. The only thing missing is the sword.
Slip on this white and pink adult costume set and have your little one wear the smaller version to go trick-or-treating as a group. Your purchase comes with all of the staples to bring Arcee's character to life: the jumpsuit, hood, vest, mask, ankle cuffs and gloves. The only thing missing? Well, a realistic robot voice, of course!
DIY Thunder Cracker Costume
This costume is inspired by one of the Decepticons, Thunder Cracker. Purchase the digital template, then print it out at home to paste, cut and build your costume. It's a fun project that'll make your kiddo look forward to Halloween.
The Rescue Bots are always there to help save others from disasters, saving cats from trees being one of them! Like your little ones, these bots aren't yet ready to take on the Decepticons. With this jumpsuit and headpiece, your toddler can transform into a miniature version of Bumblebee to save Halloween from any candy thieves.
This small version of Optimus Prime is just as powerful as the giant version — or at least that's what you tell the kids! This is the cutest toddler costume idea that comes with soft-sculpted fiberfill in the shoulders and chest for a muscular look.
This face mask will instantly transform your child into Optimus Primal, the leader of the animal-transforming robots, the Maximals. Bonus: It comes with a mask action figure.
'Transformers' Costume Masks
Purchase eye masks for your child and their friends to easily have them replicate their favorite Autobots. The embroidered masks come with elastic bands meant to fit and adjust to any head size. Plus, they even have the Autobots logo on the front.
We're loving this costume for two reasons: The color and its ability to convert from robot to car. All your child will have to do is crouch down and tuck in their arms and legs.
DIY Bumblebee Costume
Print out the PDF template below to build a Bumblebee costume kids will want to wear all day, every day! You'll also need three sheets of foam board, hot glue, tape and paint.
A realistic blue robot mask will complete any DIY Optimus Prime costume. This one has an adjustable strap to fit comfortably on your child's head, and they'll still be able to see clearly. Don't worry, they won't be running into walls or doors when they slip this on.
DIY Boulder Rescue Bots Halloween Costume
In Rescue Bots, Boulder is the bulk and science officer. If this sounds like your kid's future profession, or if he just loves science and the color green, then get crafty with a DIY Boulder 'fit. Blogger Karen easily put her son's costume together by transferring the Transformers logo onto a green shirt. Then, she found other green accessories, like the hat and boots, to go with it.
This stylish zip-up can be worn on Halloween night and days after the spooky holiday. The long-sleeved coverall has a graphic robot design and it's made of cotton and polyester for comfort. P.S. This may become their favorite sleepwear, too!
If Heatwave is their favorite character, or if they're simply obsessed with the color red, this is the perfect store-bought costume for them to wear trick-or-treating. The set comes with a muscular jumpsuit and a headpiece.
DIY Heatwave Halloween Costume
Here's another Heatwave costume if you want to skip purchasing a set. Blogger Karen applied the Transformers logo to a red vest, then paired the look with other red essentials, like the hard hat and boots. The cape was an extra superhero addition!
Gen 1 Optimus Prime Deluxe Costume
Here's more of a retro fit for a child who can't wait to transform into Optimus Prime. It's just as colorful, just as cool and has foam blocks on the arms, legs and shoulders to replicate the robot look. Even better: The mask is included!
Mariah Thomas (she/her) is an assistant editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home and lifestyle content. Mariah has more than four years of editorial experience, having written for TLC, Apartment Therapy, Women's Health and Avocado Magazine. She received her master's degree in journalism at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism and published her first book, Heart and Soul: Poems of Thoughts and Emotions, in 2019. She's also the founder of RTF Community, a platform for creatives of color to connect, learn and showcase their work.
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