As college students, we’re all on a budget. When Halloween comes around, we’re left on our own to find fun and creative costumes that are affordable. Why not incorporate trendy items that are probably already in your closet into your “Halloweekend” outfits?
top // jeans // anchornecklace // shoes // hat
My navy and white striped Breton tee has become a staple in my wardrobe. Take this tee and pair it with wide-legged trousers or jeans to rock the cute sailor look! Complete your costume with basic Keds, a marine-inspired necklace and party store sailor hat.
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dress // necklace // bangle // shoes // eyeliner // shadowpencil
Statement jewelry pieces are quickly becoming my go-to accessories to spice up my wardrobe. Use this trend to your advantage for a Cleopatra costume! Pair a light chiffon dress with gladiator sandals and over-the-top jewels for an Egyptian goddess vibe. Pick up some inexpensive black eyeliner and shadow at the drugstore to channel her dramatic eyes. Go the extra mile with a Cleopatra wig!
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dress // shoes // brooch // pearlbracelet // earrings // lipstick (in Fire & Ice)
The Mad Men craze is still heating up! Why not dress as Betty or Joan for Halloween? Vintage is a trend that almost everyone has been after for the past few years now. Take a simple dress in a classic color like red and match it with pumps that have adorable bows. Raid your grandmother’s closet for antique pearl and diamond accessories. Retro curls and a bold red lip complete your costume. Try this tutorial for chic waves like Diane Kruger’s!
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shirt // skirt // bag // earrings // pumps // gloves
A few months before the new ABC Pan Am show premiered, the buzz surrounding the old airline began. For this costume you may need to splurge on a vintage Pan Am bag, but don’t worry—I promise all of your friends will be asking where you bought your awesome bag! You’ll also need to invest in a Pan Am blue body-con or pencil skirt. Use classics from your closet like a crisp white button down shirt and black pumps. Make your own Pan Am pin out of construction paper from the logo to wear on your shirt. Don’t forget white stewardess gloves!
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top // jeans // pendant // sunglasses // platforms // turban
The 70’s are coming back in a huge way this fall. Wide-legged trousers, platforms, capes, ponchos, you name it! Instead of being the typical hippie with a cheesy costume, pull out some 70’s inspired items you probably already have in your closet! Tribal printed loose fitting tees with wide-legged jeans are a must for this costume. Add round-eye sunglasses, a peace sign pendant, platforms, and a hippie turban.