You thought your botched KISS costume that made you look like an anemic drag queen was bad? Guess again and take a look at this collection of the most awkward Halloween costumes ever:

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The cat burglar costume: what some might call clever, others might deem animal cruelty and/or child abuse.

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Somehow I doubt these people would sport these ensembles to many Halloween parties, though mainly because they wouldn’t be invited to any.

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These children must have so many questions.

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Unfortunately for him, the doughboy costume could have been understood without the makeup or white clothing.

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Canada.

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Moments after this photo was taken, Child Services swept the tot from the unsavory sprite.

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Viva the Midwest.