Halloween photographs go best when the outfit goes on for five minutes, does its job and comes off again, and a cape-and-hat set is built around that fact. There is nothing to step into and no legs to thread, so a cat or a dog who tolerates very little dressing up can still be dressed and undressed in seconds. The cape drapes from the shoulders and the hat sits on top, with the whole lot lifting away in one movement.

That simplicity is also the safety argument. A cape covers the back rather than restricting the chest or the legs, so your pet can still walk, sit and turn normally while wearing it. Anything that ties at the neck deserves a check that you can slide two fingers underneath, and anything a pet can reach and chew, whether that is a hat brim or a trailing edge, deserves an eye kept on it. Six photographs show how the set sits from several angles.

• Two pieces: a shoulder cape and a matching hat
• Suits both cats and dogs
• One size option, so check the guide before ordering
• Six product photographs showing the fit from several angles
• Priced at GBP9.99
• Shipped tracked to the UK, typically 7 to 12 days
• Covered by our 30-day returns promise

Who it's for: Owners who want one quick Halloween photograph rather than an outfit their pet has to live in.