Fun Costume Ideas That Let Eyewear Take Center Stage

Not all costumes need full wigs and face paint. Sometimes, the right pair of glasses does all the work.

For clinics and optical shops that want to keep things light in October—whether it’s a Halloween display, a staff theme day, or just a fun social media post—eyewear can play a lead role. It doesn’t take much to dress up a pair of frames. And the best part? Most patients already have the key piece on their nose.

Here are 6 low-effort, eyewear-driven costume ideas perfect for opticians, shop staff, or even patients who want to have a little fun with their specs.

1. Clark Kent (a.k.a. Everyday Superman)

What you need:

• Black or dark-rimmed glasses

• White shirt, necktie, and a Superman logo under your top layer

This is a classic costume that works whether you’re behind the dispensing table or posting on your shop’s IG stories. Bonus points for pretending you’re mid-transformation.

2. Velma from Scooby-Doo

What you need:

• Oversized round or square glasses

• Orange sweater and red skirt

• Optional: A “lost glasses” joke for the day

Velma’s a pop culture icon and the perfect frame-forward character. Great for women and men alike if you want to play it for laughs.

3. Professor / Teacher

What you need:

• Any rectangular or wire-rimmed glasses

• Button-up shirt or blazer

• Optional: A stack of fake papers or a clipboard

This look is especially good if you’re leaning into a professional aesthetic. Bonus points if your front desk staff take on “grading quizzes” (your promo forms, maybe?).

4. Old-School Librarian or Vintage Style

What you need:

• Cat-eye or wire-rimmed glasses

• Cardigan, pearls, bun

• A “Shhh!” sign for fun

This costume works great if your shop leans toward vintage styles—or if you want to use it to feature your more classic frame lines.

5. K-Drama Main Character

What you need:

• Thin metal frames or oversized squares

• Clean blazer or pastel top

• Blank stares into the distance encouraged

Subtle, fun, and relatable for patients who binge-watch series. Use your display frames for fun “Which K-drama lead are you?” content.

6. Wally from Where’s Waldo?

What you need:

• Round red-framed glasses

• Red and white striped shirt

• Beanie and jeans

Wally (or Waldo, depending on where you're from) is a universally loved character. It’s also a great conversation starter with kids and families. Bonus: You can use it for a fun “spot Wally” clinic game or social media campaign.

How to Use This in Your Optical Shop

• Team Theme Days: Assign a day for staff to pick from one of these ideas and serve patients in character. It’s lighthearted but still professional.

• In-Store Display: Style a few mannequins with glasses and props to show how frames transform a look.

• Social Media Content: Use a simple “Which Eyewear Character Are You?” carousel featuring the above ideas using your actual stock.

Final Thought

Not every costume has to be over-the-top. A strong pair of glasses, a little creativity, and the right tone can bring energy into your clinic this October. It’s also a good time to remind patients that glasses are more than vision correction—they’re a personal style statement.

Need help curating styles that fit the looks above? Reach out to TKR Optics. Our frame selections are flexible enough to go from clinic-ready to costume-perfect, without missing a beat.