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8 Easy DIY Costumes for College Girls

Amanda Snead Student Contributor, George Mason University
George Mason Contributor (GMU) Student Contributor, George Mason University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at George Mason University chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

College is a busy time for all of us, making it hard to come up with the time to make a trip to the store to get a costume for Halloween. Here are a few cute and easy costume ideas that you can wear just with things you already have in your closet, plus a little creativity!

1. Audrey Hepburn

All you will need in order to recreate Hepburn’s iconic look from Breakfast at Tiffany’s is a sleeveless black dress, some over-the-top large sunglasses, black gloves and a pair of black heels.Via styletic.com

2. Wednesday Addams

“I’m a homicidal maniac, they look just like everyone else.” All you’ll need to dress up as Wednesday is a long-sleeve black dress with a white collar, two braids and a resting bitch face.Via styletic.com

3. Mean Girls

On Halloween we wear pink. All you’ll need for this outfit is a short skirt and a pink top. Grab your whole squad and dress up as the Plastics this year!

Via @ssarapatricia on Instagram

4. Snow White

All you need for a modern Snow White look is a yellow skirt, a blue top and some red heels! If you don’t already have these pieces lying around in your wardrobe, go ahead and buy them, they will make a great colorful addition to your closet. Make sure to check out @colormecourtney’s Instagram profile to see all of the other ways she incorporated this yellow skirt into her everyday life

Via @colormecourtney

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5. Rosie the Riveter

Dress up as this World War II feminist icon with a red bandana and a blue denim shirt with rolled sleeves.

Via @rubyjaames on Instagram

6. Mary Poppins

Julie Andrews’ iconic 1960’s character is a simple character to dress up as, all you’ll need is a white button-down, a black skirt and black tights, all of which most girls already have in their wardrobe. Top it off with an umbrella and a large bag for the perfect look!

Via @curveslovestyle on Instagram

7. Arthur

Arthur used to be our favorite childhood aardvark but has recently also become a popular meme. All you’ll need for this costume is a yellow sweater, blue jeans and some glasses. You can also DIY your own ears with a headband and some felt.

Via LaurDIY on YouTube

8. Pop Art

If you happen to be a talented makeup artist, try following this tutorial to be transformed into a pop art girl. Top off your look with a colorful wig and you are ready to go!Via Promise Phan on Youtube

 

Amanda Snead

George Mason University '21

Amanda is a senior at George Mason where she is majoring in Communication with a concentration in journalism and minoring in women and gender studies. She currently serves as Her Campus George Mason's president and Campus Correspondent. She has previously served as the Editor in Cheif and Senior Editor. Additionally, she worked as a Branded Content Intern for Her Campus nationally as well as a Chapter Advisor. She spends her free time writing articles, perfecting her Animal Crossing island and hanging out with her pets.
George Mason Contributor (GMU)

George Mason University '50

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