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Halloween is an exciting time, especially for those who enjoy wearing costumes. However, things have changed considerably as far as what is considered acceptable when it comes to costumes. Many once-popular costumes have since fallen out of favor for being offensive or in bad taste.

If you’re planning on wearing a costume to work, you’ll want to be extra sure the one you choose is appropriate. This means generally avoiding any of the following types of costumes:

We scoured the web to find costumes that would be super appropriate for work. These costumes are all work-friendly and allow for full visibility and mobility. And best of all, they’re easy! Some are just t-shirts or onesies, some are simply headpieces. There are plenty of full costumes as well. So if you’re in need of a costume for work, check out our list of 50 super appropriate adult Halloween costumes for work.

You can’t get any simpler than a t-shirt costume, and this one will get a laugh out of everyone!

If you want to do a costume together with Karen (see above), you can be the manager.

Another great t shirt costume!

Pretty much any princess is a classic costume, but Snow White is one of the OG Disney princesses.

You can wear this amazing headpiece and all black.

Another super easy costume is the onesie style – zip it up over your regular clothes and BOOM – costume! This Totoro one is adorable.

Peaky Blinders or Gatsby, old sport.

This is an amazing costume – you get the entire Mary Poppins clothing outfit, plus the hat and parrot topper to put on any umbrella.

Another onesie costume – dinosaurs are always fun and very on trend right now.

Wear this alone or get some friends and make a whole box of crayons!

All you have to do is decide if you want to be Frenchie, Jan, or Rizzo.

Open your arms and let everyone enjoy your majestic beauty! This comes with antennae and a lacy face mask.

Not technically a costume, but this maxi dress comes in a variety of retro 1980s and 90s patterns. You could say you’re a 1986 TrapperKeeper!

This beautiful costume doesn’t even need face paint, and it’s totally work appropriate.

This over-the-body costume isn’t too bulky or long, so it’s doable for work. Plus…it’s butter!

A great idea for a group costume – t shirts of Pac Man, the ghosts, a cherry and a strawberry.

Again, sometimes just a great headpiece is all you need. Put on a brown shirt and green pants for the full effect.

You can always re-wear it at your local Ren Faire.

Another small form factor costume.

Another Halloween icon. You get the hat and collar. Wear a flannel and some overalls and you’re a scarecrow!

This Jedi costume is on the expensive side, but handmade and exceptional it is.

Any dress of this style (think cottagecore) qualifies as “prairie” or “pioneer.”

Another zip-up onesie. Perfect for chilly weather.

A gorgeous one-size-fits-all fairy dress. Add a flower crown, wings, a wand – endless possibilities!

This adorable fuzzy bee costume is under $20!

For a couple or duo, everyone’s favorite condiments!

An amazing jumpsuit worthy of the King.

Red t-shirt with the Sriracha emblem, plus a green beanie hat. Both can be worn again for non-costumed events.

This long sleeved shirt comes in Red, Yellow and Blue. Maybe don’t get red…

The skirt comes in lots of colors and has an elastic waistband for an almost universal fit.

This hoodie and some tattered pants are all you need for an easy and work-friendly zombie look.

Good grief, this is an easy costume.

Be a swashbuckler…or Jerry Seinfeld in the puffy shirt.

You get Russell’s hat, cravat, and sash. Add a yellow polo shirt and brown shorts.

Pair up with Russell above for a fun and easy couple’s costume.

This is one of the cutest costumes ever.

This store also has Ravenclaw, Slytherin and Hufflepuff robes.

Throw on some brown pants and boots and you are now an iconic video game character.

This is actually a womens’ costume which is a fun twist.

You get the wig and facial hair. All you need is a blue shirt, jeans, and a palette!

Don’t forget your khakis!

This plumbob comes in 5 colors and has an LED light option.

49.  Legends of the Hidden Temple Player

Yet another easy and fun t-shirt costume. Great for a group, too!

Legends of the Hidden Temple Player

A tasteful (and tasty) costume.

Costumes are fun, and the possibilities are endless. But what you wear to work reflects on your business and brand. Take care to follow our suggested guidelines above and find a Halloween costume that is work-appropriate but still allows you to celebrate the holiday.

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