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"I waited too long to order my Halloween costume and now it won't come in time - what do I do?"
First of all - don’t panic! The best costumes don’t always need to be the most planned or put-together. And before you pay for express shipping on something you’re not even sure you like, have a look at what you already have!
Here are three ways to pull something together last-minute:
1) Start with your closet: Pick something you own and build your costume around it! A white button-up, a black dress or a flannel can give you somewhere to start.
2) Ask the girls before buying anything: Someone might have last year’s costume, a cowboy hat or a pair of wings sitting unused.
3) Let one detail do the work: A recognizable hairstyle, makeup look or accessory can bring a simple outfit together.
We've put together some easy and simple ideas below!
A classic! This was a super last-minute costume I literally put it together the day of the party - but I loved it! You don’t even have to go as Serena specifically; the same pieces work for a schoolgirl costume.
All you need:
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A white button-up
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A plaid skirt
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A tie, if you have one
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Pigtails for a schoolgirl, blowout for Serena van der Woodsen
I love this costume because it's so simple and cute. You can also add accessories like glasses or stockings to make it your own! - Karli :)
If a few of your friends are also stuck for ideas, you could always make it a group costume!
Arrr! Last year I was pirate, and it was so easy to put together! I wore a white dress that I already had, with a brown corset over the top, tied a burgundy fabric belt around my waist, and finished it off with gold accessories in my hair. I also wore brown knee high boots and skin coloured tights to stay a little warmer!
All you need:
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A white dress (or a white blouse with a skirt)
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A brown corset or corset belt
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A strip of fabric or a scarf to tie as a belt (burgundy or red works best)
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Gold hair accessories or jewellery
I love this costume because it’s pretty but still obviously a pirate. If you want to the extra mile, add a bandana, an eyepatch, or a bit of smudged eyeliner! - Josie :)
This one is similar to the schoolgirl costume and didn’t take much effort! Most of the pieces could already be in your closet - or a friend’s. - Karli :)
All you need:
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A white button-up, tied at the waist
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A grey cardigan
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A black skirt
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Hair in braided pigtails
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Optional extras: pink hair ties or ribbons
You can get pink hair ribbons at your local craft store or find pink elastics at Shoppers!
This one may be basic, but there are so many ways to make it your own! Start with a black outfit you feel cute in, then make the makeup the focal point.
All you need:
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A black outfit
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Cat ears
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Black eyeliner for a nose and whiskers
You can find ears at a nearby dollar store, amazon, or even make a pair from paper or felt and attaching it to a headband you already own!
If you want to make it a bit more halloween-y, you could always add some fake blood and scratches!
Here are a few more cute but easy ideas!
Scarecrow:
Pull out a flannel and pair it with a denim skirt, jeans, shorts or overalls. Add braids, then use makeup for a stitched smile and nose. You can keep it simple or spend more time on the makeup!
Rock Star:
Start with an all-black outfit and build on it with accessories you already have. For a KISS Rockstar, the face makeup can become the main part of the costume since it's recognizable.
Mean Girls:
Pull out anything pink, blowout your hair, add some lip gloss, and a few dainty accessories. You can keep it simple, or go full Plastics with matching outfits and a “burn book” prop! It also can work perfectly as a group costume!
take it from me...
Don’t put too much pressure on it! Choose something you feel comfortable wearing and can enjoy the night in. You don’t need to spend loads of money or have the most original costume to have fun!