Certain classic themes will always be popular for children’s Halloween costumes. However, each year there are specific trends that capture the attention of little trick-or-treaters. Discover the main trends of 2010 in Halloween costumes for boys and girls.

Halloween costumes for children: the best trends

1. It’s a match

The biggest trend in children’s Halloween costumes can be a big surprise for many little ghosts and goblins. Obviously, kids’ Halloween costumes are for kids and parents need to remember that costumes should be fun for little trick-or-treaters. However, market research has shown that mom and dad may wish they had a little extra insight into choosing costumes during this spooky season.

More moms and dads are buying adult costumes to match their children’s costumes. Halloween 2010 will see more lovely young princesses holding hands with moms in similar costumes. This latest trend is a reflection of the growing popularity of the Halloween celebration.

According to the National Retail Federation, 40.1% (the highest rate ever) of adults plan to dress up this Halloween. On average, people are expected to spend $10 more per person on Halloween this year compared to last season. Predictions suggest that US shoppers will spend $5.8 billion on costumes and candy.

This spooky night isn’t all about trick-or-treating anymore. More families are hosting Halloween parties or attending seasonal events and activities that include adults and children. Everyone, mothers, fathers, children and even grandparents, dress for the occasion. When families dress up together for Halloween, they tend to go for classic costumes like princesses and superheroes.

2. Treats for animals

Children love their pets and are eager to wear cute animal Halloween costumes. Adults think there’s nothing quite as adorable as a little trick-or-treating in a fluffy bunny tutu costume or daisy ladybug outfit. This year’s fashion-conscious bunnies wear frilly petticoat dresses with fluffy tails, matching leg warmers and bunny ears. The daisy ladybugs will trick-or-treat in daisy-appliquéd petticoat dresses, diaphanous red wings, black headband with pipe-cleaner antennae, and leg warmers.

A little girls leopard cat tutu infant costume adds a touch of style to the season. A girls bee Halloween costume will create quite a stir at the trick-or-treating scene. Animal themes will abound this season and even pets themselves are getting in on the festivities. An increasing number of pet owners are dressing their little furry friends in festive outfits. Family pets dress up as pirates and princesses and all sorts of other cool characters.

3. Popular Characters

Many halloween costumes for kids Reflects popular children’s characters from movies and books. These favorite characters delight kids year after year and that trend continues next Halloween. Little Adventures Spider Capes, Prince Capes and Pirate Capes will always be popular with little boys. A Superman cape is sure to be seen in every haunted house.

Cinderella will always find her prince when she is dressed in an elegant sparkly dress with long satin gloves. Sleeping Beauty always steals the show. Snow White and Tinkerbell, two classy Disney characters, never miss out on Halloween celebrations. Alice in Wonderland always looks amazing in her trendy apron dress and her ruffled skirt. Halloween 2010 will have character and style, and is sure to be enjoyed by everyone, including the family pet. Happy Halloween!