“Hearst Magazines and Verizon Media may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.” When it comes to last-minute Halloween costumes, witch costumes usually take the reins.

There are countless ways to dress up as a witch for Halloween, but you can never go wrong with the classic pointy black hat and matching cloak.

Halloween is big business these days, but that wasn't always the case. Americans have been dressing up to celebrate Halloween since the late 19th century, but costumes started out as a do-it-yourself ...