It is almost that time again…the leaves are crunchy, the candy is flowing, and you are scrambling last minute for a costume! Yes, of course I am talking about Halloween! Halloween is my absolute favorite day of the year and I love dressing up, but let’s face it..it can be stressful. If you are in a crunch and need a last minute costume, or you just don’t want to go to the costume store and spend a fortune on something you’ll wear once, then keep reading! These are costumes that can be made from stuff you probably already have lying around or with things that are easily accessible and cheap. If you don’t want to rip/stain good clothes, Primark has really cheap options and check website’s clearance racks like Forever 21. These aren’t your basic last minute costumes so I promise…I won’t put a black cat on the list.
1: Morticia Adams: All you need is a black dress (preferably long). Put on some red lipstick and smoky eyeshadow and you’re pretty much done.
2: 80s Workout Model: All you need is some tights and a one piece bathing suit, a neon color would work best but any will do. Wear a long sleeve shirt, off the shoulder will fit the look, over the bathing suit. If you have leg warmers and a “sweat” headband, throw those on.
3: Mad Scientist: Grab a plain white lab coat (could even be an old white button down). You can throw some marks on it to make it look dirty and used. A pair of goggles or glasses and rubber gloves are perfect accessories. If you can find a test tube fill it up with some water and green food coloring.
4: Kim Possible: This one is easy! Green pants and a black shirt is all you really need! Wear some black shoes, a thick belt (preferably brown), and black gloves and you’re set.
5: Scarecrow: For this one, a plaid shirt and some overalls will do. A straw hat and some boots will make this look come to life! Throw your hair in pigtail braids and plus, there’s plenty of easy scarecrow makeup tutorials online.
6: Broken doll: A fluffy and girly dress is the main part of this costume. Put your hair in pigtails and top it off with some bows. There are many easy makeup tutorials online for broken dolls.
7: Dead Bride or Bride of Chucky: Grab a white dress, one you can ruin. Add some “blood” or dirt on it and rip it up. Use white face makeup so you look ghostly. You can add a veil and some flowers and there you go! If your honey wants to dress up with you, let them grab a suit and do the same. This costume takes till death do you part to a whole new level. If you’re gong for the bride of chucky look add a black leather jacket and draw on her signature beauty mark and makeup.
8: M&M: Get a solid shirt (the color of one of the M&Ms) and tape an M to it.
9: Jim from the office: Jim gave us a lot of costume inspo!
1-This one is super easy. All you need is a blue button down, blue tie, and a name tag. Write “Dave” on the name tag. Boom…you’re a slacker!
2-Grab a white button down and black slacks. You could tape 3 black holes on your shirt and be “three hole punch.” Grab a mug as an accessory and you’re done.
3-Another idea…which is insanely easy…is writing “book” on your face (using your nostrils as the Os) and bam! You are Facebook! Thanks Jim!
10: Beetleguice (male or female): You’ll need a white button down, pinstripe coat, and pinstripe pants, however, if you’re really pressed for time and don’t have these handy..any black and white stripped t-shirt will do! Use some spray paint to make your hair green and use some white face makeup.
11: Men in Black Costume: You’ll need a black suit and white button down with black shades. I 100% DO NOT recommend carrying a fake gun of any kind, as this could be dangerous.
12: Old Married Couple: Throw your hair in a bun, grab a cane, glasses on a string, and a nightgown. Your honey can put on some khakis and a sweater vest. If you want to go all out get some silver hair spray and go to town!
13: Rosie the Riveter: You’ll need a denim shirt, jeans, and a red bandana. Put on some red lipstick and take the signature picture!
14: Burglar: You need a black and white shirt, black pants, and a black mask. Draw a dollar sign on a white tote bag.
15: The Bachelor/Bachelorette: Dress up in a fancy dress or suit and get a bunch of roses!
Funny:
16: 50 Shades of Grey: Tape different grey paint charts to yourself.
17: Arthur: If you want to be funny, Arthur is the perfect costume. A yellow sweater or shirt, a white button down, and blue jeans is all you need. Throw on a pair of fake glasses (preferably round) and cut out some Arthur ears from construction paper. Tape these to a headband and you’re done!
18: Bob Ross and Painting: Grab a Bob Ross wig and wear an all denim shirt. Draw on a beard, draw a fake paint palette on cardboard, and grab a paint brush. Have your partner put on a black shirt with pictures of leaves, grass, or the sky taped to it.
19: Blessing in Disguise: Tape the word “blessing” to your shirt and grab one of those silly disguises where the nose, glasses, and moustache are all attached and you’re all set.
For other awesome costume ideas check out: https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/holidays/halloween-ideas/g2750/easy-last-minute-halloween-costumes-diy/
Happy Halloween! Be safe and enjoy! xx
Bella Vita 