If you have been huffing and puffing and still a great costume idea for your children he eludes you; rely on fairy tale characters.
The big bad wolf costume is a great example.
The Wolf character gets a bad rap in many childhood stories.
He has been labeled a home wrecker in the story of The Three Little Pigs.
In the Little Red Riding Hood story, he is portrayed as a sneaky villain.
However, the big bad wolf can also have a softer side.
Many parents worry about those cold Halloween nights and whether their child will be dressed warm enough.
A simple solution is the big bad wolf costume.
Your child will be dressed warmly and will be protected from the biting chill of a cold Halloween night.
The options for addressing your child are many.
If you are trying to dress up a toddler, consider dressing them in a gray sweat suit.
Add some ears, a tail and paint their nose pink then their outfit is complete.
This would work just as well, if you have a child that is a little older.
As the child walks their tail would be seen.
If you prefer to make the big bad wolf costume a little more frightening, a full face mask could be made or purchased.
Maybe crafting a big bad wolf costume is just not your thing.
If this is your situation, then you are in luck! Go for the option of purchasing the wolf outfit.
Many online retailers have dress-up outfits in stock.
Shop early and your little one will be prepared for a night of scary good fun.
Never wait until the last minute because your dress-up options will dwindle, the closer it gets to Halloween.
Another great idea is if your son has a sister, why not dress your sons in a big bad wolf costume and have your daughter dressed as Little Red Riding Hood.
Imagine the looks on your neighbor's face when they see enemies together.
Another twist on the fairytale theme is to have a sibling dress as a little pig and join her brother as they go trick-or-treating.
As you can see the options for the big bad wolf costume are many.
The outfit will be warm for those cool October nights.
Dressing up your child as a wolf does not have to be a frightening experience.
Have fun with it and your Halloween night will be a treat for all.