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The truth is, many store-bought costumes and accessories contain toxic chemicals that not only are a potential hazard to your child, but also to the environment and the people who helped to make them. Choose fabrics such as organic cotton, wool and silk or make costumes yourself from materials you know to be safe. Don't forget local thrift stores and charity shops are virtual costume treasure troves - and supporting them means you also support a good cause for a Happy Halloween all around.

DIY Halloween costumes - look in your closets for funky hats or cool fabrics that can be cut and re-crafted.

Make sure that the big kids dress up as well as the kids. Check out the dress up box, or old clothes bin, and see what can be re-purposed.

Set a eco-friendly theme, check out The Daily Green for some quick eco-Halloween costume tips.

Talk to your friends, you might be able to swap costumes from different ages and sizes.