Brief
Spirit Halloween unveils 2026 costume trends ahead of spooky season
The retailer's October 1 report outlines three trend categories and predicts hits from Toy Story to Fortnite.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Spirit Halloween, the largest Halloween retailer in North America, published its 2026 costume trend report on Oct. 1, according to the New York Post. Executive vice president Kym Sarkos said the company monitors entertainment, gaming and social media all year to anticipate consumer demand.
The report groups upcoming looks into three buckets: “The hyped and the hot,” “Myth, lore and high fantasy,” and “Chaos, horror and pixelated madness.” In the first group, the outlet expects classic licensed jerseys, varsity jackets and iconic Toy Story characters such as Woody, Buzz, Jessie and Slinky Dog to be popular, along with Spider‑Man apparel.
Among the “high fantasy” picks, Greek‑inspired armor from movies like The Odyssey is highlighted, while the “chaos” category points to viral internet horror themes, new‑school cinema titles like Obsession, and classic slashers. Video‑game fans may gravitate toward Fortnite and Halo costumes, and the K‑Pop‑inspired “Demon Hunters” line is also slated for strong sales.
Key facts
- Spirit Halloween released its 2026 costume trend report on Oct. 1, 2026. (nypost.com)
- Executive vice president Kym Sarkos said the company tracks trends year‑round. (nypost.com)
- The report identifies three trend categories: hyped and hot, myth/lore/high fantasy, and chaos/horror/pixelated madness. (nypost.com)
- Predicted popular looks include varsity jerseys, Toy Story characters, Spider‑Man, Greek armor, viral horror themes, and Fortnite/Halo costumes. (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Spirit Halloween reveals the hottest costumes to haunt this spooky season”
