17 Vintage Animal Costumes To Inspire You This Halloween

Because you can do better than a pair of cat ears.

1. This Stern Rooster

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You can make the most detailed and intricate costume, but your face will say it all.

2. This Ballerina Cat

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We've all seen cat ears before. Why not take it to the next level with a tutu and fish bone leotard?

3. This Delightful Rabbit

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Pair your animal mask with adorable human clothes for maximum cuteness. Or creepiness.

4. These Adorable Zebras

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Don't be afraid to show off your stripes (even if you're not as graceful as these Rockettes).

5. This Fierce Bat

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When posing for pictures, be sure to let your animal instincts take over!

6. This Demure Bird

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Alright, if you want to keep some sex appeal, show off those gams.

7. This Little Giraffe

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Make sure to give yourself suitable eye holes, especially when your mask's eyes are three feet above your head.

8. This Elegant Horse

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It's just as important to get the butt right as the head.

9. This Family of...Bears?

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No need to pick a specific animal, just don some fur and a headpiece with eyes and you're good to go!

10. This Glorious Butterfly

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Knock people out with your Halloween transformation...literally.

11. This Mobile Bug

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If you can't achieve flight, use a bike to dart around the neighborhood like a true insect.

12. These Classy Rodents

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The couple that portrays scary rodents together, stays together.

13. This Glam Octopus

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Who says you have to wear your costume in front? You can also freak people out as you leave the room.

14. This Chic Ostrich

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Your face doesn't have to be the center piece of the costume - use your hands!

15. This Alluring Crab

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Don't feel like being a mammal or wearing a full costume? Just put a crustacean on your head.

16. This Intense Lion

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If your regular face is too goofy, let your animal mask terrify people for you.

17. This Group of Animals

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There's safety in numbers. Band together with your other animal friends to really pack a jungle punch.