How To Create A Pirate Costume

Yo ho, yo ho, is a pirate's life for you? This iconic Halloween costume is just about as easy to assemble as they come, as long as you have a few essentials. Plus, it works for all ages and genders, so there's room on your pirate ship for everyone! Before you head out for the Seven Seas, you have to start dressing the part — but don't worry, we did the hard part for you and rounded up everything you need for perfect pirate's costume.

Whether you're trying to duplicate Jack Sparrow's iconic ensemble or need family halloween costumes for the whole crew, hop aboard for all the essentials you'll need to dress up as a pirate for Halloween:

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For a convincing pirate outfit, all you need is a headscarf, blouse, corset, and skirt. You'll look like you're ready to set sail (without the seasickness).

WOMEN'S PIRATE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Red and White Striped Shirt

Red Corset

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$39.95

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If you need a partner out on the high seas, gather up a few items to mimic Jack Sparrow. You can't buy Johnny Depp's acting chops, but luckily, you only need a few things to recreate his iconic look from Pirates of the Caribbean.

MEN'S PIRATE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Brown Leatherette Tri-fold Pirate Hat

Medieval Pirate Lace Up Shirt

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Bring your kid along as the skipper of your crew. For extra accessories, add costume jewelry and a sword that will have your little one saying "Arrr!" all night long.

BOY'S PIRATE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Girl's Pirate Costume

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Your girly girl can become a pirate, too. Go for a tutu and little baggy or pirate doubloons (which makes for a great trick or treat bag!)

GIRL'S PIRATE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Black Girl Tutu Skirt

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$16.49

Pirate Drawstring Bags with Gold Coins

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Kid's Pirate Hat

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Toy Parrot with Shoulder Strap

Captain Hook Pirate Costume

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Quite possibly the most famous pirate, with a Wendy, Peter, and little Tinkerbell by your side, the whole family can get in on the Neverland fun.

CAPTAIN HOOK AND PETER PAN PIRATE ESSENTIALS

Peter Pan Toddler Costume

Girls Tinkerbell Costume

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Last-Minute Pirate Costume

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That goodness for two day delivery on Amazon Prime! By throwing on a few accessories like an eye patch, striped shirt and hoop earring, everyone will know what your costume is.

LAST-MINUTE PIRATE ESSENTIALS

Pirate Headband

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$6.99

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For your Captain Jack Sparrow-in-training, a pirate costume works for kids of all ages — including babies! A pirate onesie certainly does the trick (especially if your little one is fussy about clothes) but a tiny pirate hat will look extra adorable.

BABY PIRATE ESSENTIALS

Baby Boys' Pirate Costume

Ahoy Pirate Onesie

Starlight Baby amazon.com

$19.99

A Pirates Life for Me Onesie

Pop Threads amazon.com

$7.99

Pirate Bucket Hat

Stephen Joseph amazon.com

$15.69

Blake Bakkila Associate Editor Blake is a former Associate Editor for GoodHousekeeping.com covering beauty, celebrity, holiday entertaining, and other lifestyle news.

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