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18 Hilarious “Mundane Halloween” Costumes That Capture Everyday Situations In Extreme Detail
Halloween is famous for bringing out everyone’s flamboyant side, but it can also have a surprisingly dull twist—or at least, it can be portrayed that way. In fact, in Japan, a celebration known as the "Jimi" Halloween festival is dedicated entirely to capturing the everyday, mundane aspects of life.
The Jimi festival, which in Japanese translates to "plain" or "unpretentious," involves dressing up in the most mundane and relatable costumes imaginable that require lots of explanation.
Bored Panda takes a look at 18 costumes that capture everyday situations that we wish we'd thought of.
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#1
Person Standing In Line At The Security Checkpoint Of An Airport
The one situation that's just as full of suspense as an actual Halloween thriller.
Remi (He/Him) 1 year ago
That's genuinely scary 😅 I keep messing up with things during packing and end up with the weirdest shirt in the carry on. Winners include, a jar of tom yam sauce, almost full water bottle and a full on wine and beer bottle opener. Still the most suspicious a guard has gotten was when I had two cameras with me 🙄
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#3
Man Who Keeps Getting Mistaken For A Store Employee
If it wasn't clear enough: leave this man alone!
#4
Part-Time Worker Supporting The Fence At The Front Of A Live Concert
Hey, at least it must be nice to see a concert and get paid for it?
Rizzo 1 year ago
This reminded me of the protesters who glued themselves to the conductor-stand in the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg only to learn that it can be removed. They were brought to a storage room, were they could do nothing but looking stupid. Klima_Kleb...06b50b.jpg 
#5
Wedding Venue Photographer
Not all heroes wear capes.
#6
Person Who Foolishly Ordered Curry Udon While Wearing White Clothes
Also known as "A disaster waiting to happen."
#8
Actor In An Airline Safety Video
Those who actually watch the safety videos will recognize this costume.
#9
Guy Who Just Got Back From The Swimming Pool
Too much chlorine...
#10
Makeup Guru Whose Camera Can't Focus On The Product
A totally Gen-Z problem.
#11
Students Who Went To The Cafe To Study But Ended Up Spending The Whole Time Reading Manga And Looking At Their Phones
It all feels completely different with the pressure of an upcoming deadline looming over your head.
#12
Student Volunteer At A University's Open Campus Day
This student volunteer looks like they would rather be somewhere else.
#13
Person Who Was Stingy And Only Paid For The Smallest Plastic Bag
This way may be more sustainable. Either way, hopefully, that bag is strong enough to hold all of that.
#14
Clothing Store Mannequins That Aren't Very Helpful
Seriously, how are we supposed to wear that?
Satirecatsaysno 1 year ago
This one I like! Also it doesn't require much explanation compared to the others.
#15
Waitress Who Provides A Half-Hearted Service
There's never enough sass when it comes to Halloween.
Yellow dot 1 year ago
Ever seen the pilot episode for Seinfeld? "Don't worry, George, no one wants to see you on caffeine!" Later: "don't worry, I put a little caffeine in his cup.. he'll perk up 😉"
#17
That One Coworker Who Kindly Fills The Office Humidifier With Water Every Morning
The unsung hero of the office.
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Lyone Fein 1 year ago
These aren't dull at all. They really show a sense of humor and a lot of creativity. I love them.
Lyone Fein 1 year ago
These aren't dull at all. They really show a sense of humor and a lot of creativity. I love them.
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