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How to find a last minute Halloween costume

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at SMU chapter.

With Halloween quickly approaching, many girls are stressing to find the perfect costume. But what if you don’t have time to prepare? Don’t stress — there are plenty of options for you to make, or buy, your Halloween costume. Here are the top costume shops near campus:

1. Spirit Halloween SuperstoreLess than 10 minutes away from campus.6333 E Mockingbird Ln Dallas, TX 75214Open from Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (special Halloween hours)(214) 218-0750

2. Party City10 minutes away from campus.305 Medallion Shopping Center Dallas, TX 75214Open Mon.-Fri. from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.(214) 891-0200

3. Dallas Costume ShoppeLess than 15 minutes away from campus.3905 Main St Dallas, TX 75226Open Mon.-Fri. from 12-5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

If you don’t have time to visit a store and you have a last minute Halloween party to get to, there’s always a way for you to make something at home. Here are some great ideas for how to make a last minute Halloween costume at home:

1. Runaway BrideDon’t worry, you won’t need a wedding dress! Just throw on a white dress and use a hairband and something that resembles a veil (napkin, light cloth, etc.). Top it off with some sneakers to recreate the classic Julia Roberts look from the movie.

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2. TouristPut on your cheesiest shirt and pair it with classic sunglasses. Finish the outfit with shorts, sneakers, high socks, and if you’re really into it, a visor/hat and a fanny pack.

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3. EggThis is probably the simplest and most original one yet. Wear all white and draw/paint a yellow oval on your top. It’ll definitely get a lot of comments!

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4. GreaserDidn’t you love Sandy in “Grease?” Take her look by wearing all black and putting on your tightest jeans/leggings. Finish the look with a leather jacket and a great belt. If you have time, curl your hair and rock a bright red shade of lipstick.

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5. Kid in Pajamas/OnesieThis one’s for all the nap lovers out there. Just roll out of bed and into the party.

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My name is Jessika Roude and I am a member of Southern Methodist University’s class of 2017. I am majoring in journalism and minoring in photography.I work in SMU TV’s The Daily Update and Punto TV, where I have learned all aspects of running a news show. This includes producing, anchoring, directing, technical directing, server, teleprompter, CG/still-store, audio engineering, floor directing, writing, and running cameras. I am also experienced in photography and video and photo editing.I was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela and then relocated to Miami, Florida where I graduated from Miami Country Day School for high school. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian and can also understand Russian and Arabic.
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