Last Minute Halloween Costume Ideas to Turn To This Year
Every single year, Halloween comes just a little too soon. With my busy schedule and tendency to procrastinate, I usually find myself without a costume when the holiday rolls around. If you’re in a similar situation this Halloween, these costume ideas require little effort and are easy to throw together last minute!
Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Dress like you just got out of bed in a 1950’s Manhattan apartment. Find an oversized button-down shirt from your dad’s closet and wear a sleep mask as a headband for the optimal Holly Golightly look.
What you’ll need to complete this look:
An oversized white button down shirt
A sleep eye mask (preferably blue but any color will work!)
A wine glass
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Sandy from Grease
It’s the fall of 1958 and you’re the new girl at school. Throw on a leather look for the ultimate Greaser style. This costume is a classic and can be easily transitioned from dinner to the costume party!
What you’ll need to complete this look:
Black jeans, leather leggings, or leather pants
An off-the-shoulder black top or bodysuit
A black leather jacket
A black belt
Gold hoop earrings
Curling wand
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1920’s Flapper
Photo Matt Bell
Don’t have a pair of fishnets or a 1920’s-inspired headband laying around? Check out our cheap Amazon finds for the easiest flapper costume.
What you’ll need to complete this look:
A white or black minidress
Fishnet tights
A pearl necklace
1920’s inspired headband with a feather
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Mummy
Photo: Getty Images
For all of the DIY queens out there, this last minute costume idea is for you! Wrap the gauze bandages around your body after putting on the bodycon dress and you’re all set! To avoid unraveling throughout the night, strategically use safety pins to hold the gauze in place.
What you’ll need to complete this look:
A white bandeau and skirt set or bodycon dress
Gauze bandages
Makeup by Drew’s Gucci Mummy makeup look!
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Go-Go Dancer
Can’t find a go-go dancer costume in stock on Amazon or at your local Halloween store? Any long sleeve floral minidress should do! Just don’t forget the iconic white go-go boots.
What you’ll need to complete this look:
A floral or bright patterned minidress
Thick bright colored headband
White go-go boots
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Emily in Paris
This American in Paris has quite the wardrobe, and yes, I desperately want to recreate it. With a wool beret, a patterned blazer, and a chic miniskirt, you can pretend you’re wandering through the streets of Paris this Halloween!
What you’ll need to complete this look:
A Parisian beret
A fashionable blazer
A chic dress or miniskirt
Heeled booties
Your favorite bag
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Angel
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This costume idea is obviously a go-to for many reasons. For starters, it’s pretty and doesn’t require a lot of effort. Don’t forget a dewy makeup look!
What you’ll need to complete this look:
A white satin dress or top
Angel wings
Halo
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