Easy Costumes On A Dime
You want to attend the Halloween party but you're just too busy for costume planning. Forget about packaged costumes–– they're overpriced and poor quality. It's too much effort to make one from scratch and you don't want to spend the money. Well, fear not Lazy Bones–– with these cheap and easy ideas, you'll be costume-contest-ready in no time.
1. Cool Ghost
Here's an old-school ghost costume with a twist. As a cool ghost you'll get no "boos"–– you'll receive applause and laughter! Whip up this spirit dude with an old white bedsheet and a pair of your coolest shades. Transform into a "sexy ghost" by wearing lingerie over top of the sheet.
2. Kim Possible
Cartoon characters like Kim make it possible to dress like them with items from your closet. The only thing you may want to buy is a red wig but it's not necessary. Throw on a pair of khakis, a black turtle neck, and gloves and practice your best secret agent moves.
3. Ketchup & Mustard
Chances are you've got some sort of red or yellow attire in your wardrobe. If not, these clothes will be easy to find in a thrift store. With a partner, find red and yellow birthday hats from the dollar store as lids for your noggins. With the whole color-matching ensemble, you'll be the best dressed condiments at the party.
4. Clown
The beauty about being a clown is that you don't have to be a makeup artist to do the face painting. Clowns are known to be a bit sloppy and silly. Clown costumes are simple to create with clothes and accessories from your closet and any colorful makeup you can scrounge up.
5. Spa Day
Lean into your laziness with a costume that's all about relaxation. With a robe and a towel on your head, your costume will have you ready for bed straight after the party. Slather on a face mask and have cucumber slices handy in case you need a mid-party nap.
6. Witch
Classic Halloween costumes will never go out of style. A witch is a symbol of the season and a timeless costume that is quick and cheap. All you really need is a black dress and boots that you likely already own. A witch hat is easy to find this time of year and you'll find your transportation in the broom closet.
7. Lumberjack
Especially if you're Canadian, you probably own a plaid shirt and a toque (AKA a beanie). A traditional lumberjack's attire looks best with suspenders, work boots, and an axe. Not a real axe though–– a toy axe is highly recommended.
8. Mario Brothers
These iconic Nintendo brothers are widely recognizable and simple to recreate. With a green and red shirts, denim overalls, and white gloves you can call yourselves Mario and Luigi. Don't forget to draw or stick on some epic mustaches if you can't grow your own.
9. Evil Doctor
If you're in the medical profession, you don't need to do any shopping. For the rest of us, scrubs and lab coats are easy to come by. Slap on a face mask and splatter yourself with red paint for that extra evil aesthetic.
10. Mummy
Transforming yourself into a mummy sounds like a lot of effort but it doesn't require much work at all. You just need long strips of fabric to wrap yourself in. If that sounds like too much, check out your bathroom cupboard. You can mummify yourself with toilet paper.
11. 80s Aerobics Instructor
Don't have time to make a costume? Don't sweat it. Become that fitness freak you want to be but do it 80s style. Luckily 80s fashion has made its way back and has become trendy again. The only thing hard about this classic aerobics outfit should be your abs.
12. Leprechaun
You don't need a pot of gold to be a leprechaun–– this costume is cheap. You can wear your Paddy's Day outfit in October and call yourself a leprechaun! All you need is a lot of green to pull off this lucky look.
13. Barbie
Dressing like the iconic doll is super cute and easy. Think pink–– pink lipstick, pink nail polish, pink accessories. Find the pinkest clothes you own and you'll be Barbie in no time.
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14. Wednesday Addams
Wednesday is a timeless character from Halloween's favorite family. Luck for you, her iconic outfit is simple enough to recreate. With braided hair and a white collar under a black dress you'll look like Wednesday with little effort.
15. Black Swan
A black swan is an enchanting costume that can be easily created. A tiara may be the only accessory you need to buy if you own any black outfit or lingerie. If you're feeling a little less lazy, adding feathers to your costume will intensify your bird-like features.
16. Box Bots
Cardboard boxes are underrated. Think outside of the box and you'll see so much potential! You can turn your boxes into robot costumes or masks of any character you imagine. Recycle old boxes by turning them into your halloween costume this year.
17. Cousin Itt
Another member of the Addams Family makes the list of easy costumes. Cousin Itt requires a top hat, black sunglasses, and your willingness to deal with hair in your face. Bonus if you can brush your long locks forward, otherwise a backwards wig will do just the trick.
18. Kitty Cat
Meow!–– Who says you can't be lazy if you want a sexy costume for Halloween? A black cat is a classic costume you can make from your favorite black outfit. Find some ears and a tail from a costume store or make them yourself from fabric or felt.
19. Powerpuff Girls
The Powerpuff Girls are cartoon characters with a lot of girl power and a little effort to mock. Three girls with dresses in blue, red, and green can create the dream team. Add bows in your hair and black belts around your waist to complete the look.
20. Bubble Bath
Rub-a-dub-dub, your costume is a tub! A bubble bath costume is clever yet simple to make. You'll clean up nicely at the Halloween party, showing off your thrifty creativity in an outfit of balloons and bubble wrap. Rubber duckies and pearls make great accessories too.
