DIY Halloween Costume Ideas!
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-- MEN --
* Black Panther
It takes a confident man to wear a skintight bodysuit all evening. Let alone to go out as a black cat.
https://www....lack-panther/
* Jack Skellington
It’s time to paint that cheap black suit and consult a tutorial for skeleton makeup.
https://www....ples-costume/
* Half Man, Half Woman
This optical illusion is bound to get you a few double-takes.
https://davi...oween-costume
* Ron Burgundy
Do you love poetry and scotch and have a dog? Then you have to go as this Anchorman legend (extra points if you call your dog Baxter for the night).
https://cost...ron-burgundy/
-- WOMEN --
* Cactus
A green outfit, creatively placed spines, and a desert-inspired flower make for a prickly look of the summer’s favorite succulent.
https://www....ctus-costume/
* A Disney Princess
-Check out some great ideas for DIY Cinderella, Jasmine, Belle, Ariel, Aurora, and Snow White:
This Disney princess outfit from Beauty and the Beast can be pieced together from items you already own.
* Rosie The Riveter
Here’s to our girlies on the front lines, still rockin’ out and #RESIST-ing! Show your support for the feminist movement as this iconic lady boss.
https://www....eter-costume/
* Bowl Of Cereal
Since pool floats are in — and pool noodles are out — why not turn ’em into a bowl of Fruit Loops? Re-purposing props are the green goddess’ way of keeping things fresh every Halloween
https://stud...bowl-costume/
-- COUPLES --
* David Bowie and Prince
This iconic duo of deceased singers will breath life into any room you walk into. Have fun singing and acting the part at your party!
https://www....ples-costume/
* Batman and Batgirl
It's the dream duo! Batman and Batgirl in action. Get the lowdown on our favorite DC couple.
https://www....ween-costume/
* Step Brothers
Did they just become best friends?
https://www....ween-costume/
* The Fresh Prince and Carlton
No one’s got moves like you, Carlton. Grab your best man to go as this iconic duo. Be sure to check your local thrift store for those sweaters.
Get a cap and colorful early-'90s gear for the Fresh Prince's costume. You can wear anything preppy, such as a white button-down shirt and a cardigan draped around your shoulders for Carlton's costume.
* Dumb and Dumber
-Harry Dunne: https://cost...-harry-dunne/
-Lloyd Christmas: https://cost...yd-christmas/
* Cher and Dionne from Clueless Costume
If you’re totally buggin’ over what costume to wear, why not bring out your inner Cher from this classic ’90s film. Or, whatever.
https://www....een-costumes/
(^^ this excellent site will also show you other 90’s themed couples costumes! Enjoy!)
-- COSTUMES FOR A GROUP --
* Army Toy Soldiers
Okay, this one is not going to be easy to wash off, but it’ll look amazing. Make sure you’re ready for a lot of photos, because everybody’s going to want a picture.
https://www....or-less-than/
* Fruit Salad
Get fruity and transform yourself into a watermelon, a pineapple, a strawberry, a lime, or some grapes.
-Add a pair of boxing gloves to these costumes and your costume becomes Fruit Punch! Now that's punny!
https://www....ween-costume/
* Mean Girls
Pay homage to the ultimate Mean Girl by dressing up as Regina George! Grab some of your friends and make it a group thing!
https://www....-diy-costume/
* The Price Is Right Contestants
The Price is Right Game Show , Winner costume is SO EASY, and will only cost you $11 bucks in art supplies from the dollar store.
(Tutorial): https://www....asy-Fast-Che/
(Another tutorial PLUS more ideas): https://hone...s-for-adults/
-- CHILDREN'S COSTUMES --
* Watercolor Paint Tray
The narrow tray with ovals of watercolor paint is a part of growing up. Turn this classic childhood toy into a colorful costume. Top it off with a handmade French-inspired beret and a jumbo paintbrush made from a pool noodle
https://www....lor-paint-box
* Ice Cream Cone With Cherry On Top
It may look vanilla, but it’s certainly not plain. To make this scrumptious costume, a laundry basket cone was topped off with a paper-mache scoop then sprinkled with multicolored plastic balls. Add a little chiffon and a cherry-red hat on top.
https://www....ce-cream-cone
* Large Pizza Pie
Most every kid loves pizza, let them proudly wear their favorite meal this Halloween. You can even give them their choice of toppings.
https://www....oween-costume
* Octopus
This adorable sea creature costume only takes about an hour to put together, a major plus for anyone short on time. (So, um, everyone.) Plus, you can repurpose the tights and clothes for a regular school outfit.
https://gigg...-costume-kids
* Woodland Fairy
Looking for a new twist to the typical little girl fairy costume? Make this pretty autumn-inspired skirt then pair it with a set of wings, a crown and a magic wand.
https://www....oween-costume
* Buzz Lightyear
Instead of sewing a complicated outfit together, this step-by-step guide cleverly uses felt to create the perfect Buzz Lightyear costume that'll last to infinity ... and beyond!
https://www....r-no-sew.html