Halloween is right around the corner, and if you’re scrambling to find a costume, don’t worry—you’re not alone! There’s still time to put together something fun, clever, and unique without a trip to a crowded costume store. Here are some last-minute Halloween costume ideas that you can create with items you likely already have at home:
- Cat Lady: "Put your favorite old stuffed animals to good use, by toting around one (or many) stuffed cats. You decide what kind of clothing from your closet gets you the "lady" part of the equation" (Real Simple).
- Rancher: "We can’t get enough of Yellowstone, and bonus—stealing any of the characters’ looks make for super easy Halloween costumes! Just pair your favorite jeans with a flannel shirt and a cowboy hat, and you’ll be ready for Dutton Ranch in minutes" (Reader's Digest).
- Cereal Killer: "Head to the kitchen to source out this dad-pun Halloween costume. Grab a box (or a bowl) of cereal, and a knife (use a prop knife or butter knife for safety!) and turn yourself into a real breakfast fiend" (Real Simple).
- M&M Candy: "It’s time to resurrect your love of green, purple, red, blue, orange or yellow in t-shirt form to put together the last-minute Halloween costume of your M&M dreams. [Add] a cutout paper “m” pinned to [it]" (Reader's Digest).
- Formal Apology: "See, you really can wear that old bridesmaids' dress or prom dress again! Pair your fanciest outfit with a cartoon bubble cut out of posterboard that has the simple words "I'm sorry" printed on it" (Real Simple).
- Men in Black: "The Men in Black may be the best-kept secret in the galaxy, but there’s no mistaking their look. Even better, this costume is extra easy to pull off if you’re heading to a Halloween party or parade straight from work—just neaten up that tie, don those black sunglasses and make sure you have your memory-erasing Neuralyzer in your inside jacket pocket" (Reader's Digest).
- Ghost Writer: "Breathe new life into a classic Halloween costume with this super simple upgrade. First, you'll need an old white sheet you can spare. You'll still need to cut eyes and a mouth out of the white sheet, but add two props: a pen and a writer's notebook" (Real Simple).
You don’t have to spend hours (or a fortune) to have a standout Halloween costume. With a little creativity and items you already own, you can put together something fun, funny, or spooky in no time. So don’t stress—embrace the last-minute Halloween spirit and enjoy the festivities!
Happy Halloween!
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