Book week costumes for adults

Turn heads at this year’s book week parade

Scrambling to find adult book week costume ideas for this year’s book parade? Book week isn’t just for the students, it can be a fun and creative way for parents and teachers to share their love of reading and stories. We have a huge selection of book character costumes for adults that suit this year’s new theme from the Children’s Book Council, Dreaming With Eyes Open. Join in on the fun and find an outfit in our range that will really wow!

Book character costumes for adults 

Finding an outfit for book week means endless options! There are classic book character costumes like Dorthy, Tin Man and the Wicked Witch from the Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka and his Oompa Loompas, Robin Hood or the Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland.

Or if you’re looking for something more modern, superhero costumes like Batman, Superman and Iron Man are a great option. 

Of course, Harry Potter characters are very popular too. With movies also creating kids' book spin-offs, you can even do a Disney character like Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story. The options really are endless.

Easy book week costumes for adults

If you’re looking for a costume that’s recognisable and easy to pull off then we have a great collection of outfits to choose from. Characters like Where’s Wally and Dr. Seuss costumes are always popular and require little effort. General costumes like pirates and animal onesies are also quick book week costume options. 

Adult book week fancy dress costumes

If you enjoy dressing up for book week and want to go the extra mile this year, consider a costume that’s more elaborate. We have Disney costumes that mirror that of real princess and prince impersonators like Tinker Bell and Captain Hook, Cinderella, Prince Charming or Belle and the Beast. We also have elaborate book week dress costumes including medieval maidens and knights, firefighters and chimney sweeps. 

Find book week costume ideas

If you’re searching for more book character costume ideas, look through our adult costume range to find an awesome outfit ready for your school parade. We have costumes that are high-quality, unique and show-stopping! 

Last-minute book week costumes for adults

Whether you’re a teacher or parent on the search for an awesome adult book week costume, we have great options for you to choose from. With fast and free shipping and same day dispatch, we can get great costumes to your door ASAP! Plus if an outfit doesn’t work out for you, we offer 60-day hassle-free returns. 

Be best dressed this book week with an outfit from Blossom Costumes!