If you are planning to attend a Halloween party this year, think about coordinating costumes with your significant other, friends or even siblings. A theme makes it that much more fun to get dressed up and have someone else to play off of. It also makes for a great entrance into the party. Here are some fun monkey costume ideas to get your creativity started:

Wizard of Oz – Flying Monkey & The Wicked Witch of the West – The flying monkey costume is brand new this year and is one of my favorite ideas. I’m really excited that the flying monkey costume is now available, as I’m a big Wizard of Oz fan! A group can use this theme by adding other characters from the movie, such as Glenda the Good Witch, Dorothy or the Scarecrow.

Michael Jackson and his Pet Monkey Bubbles – There is tremendous interest in Michael Jackson Costumes this year due to his passing earlier this year. Add his pet monkey Bubbles to go as a couple. You could also dress up in two different Michael Jackson costumes. Or the Jackson Five for a group.

Monkey See and Monkey Do – This idea is a cute one for a mischievous pair of kids. Put the pair in two identical kids Monkey Costumes and give them each a sign to wear – one with “Monkey See” and one with “Monkey Do”. The pair can play act all night at this.

Barrel of Monkeys – A lot of fun for a group. This idea can be adjusted to any size group, and the more monkeys the better. There’s an actual “Barrel of Monkeys” costume for an adult, and then everyone else can be in assorted monkey costume styles for all age ranges. An Infant Monkey Costume with a cute little monkey tail is my favorite. This costume idea really brings a group together for a barrel of laughs all night long. Accessorize with some fun inflatable bananas!

These are just a few ideas to get you started, but have fun with it and be creative. If you are crafty you can take a stab at making your own costumes, or you can purchase them online. You never know, you might even win a costume contest!