Here are a bunch of Halloween costume ideas straight from your closet! They are quick and easy! You don’t need to spend money on something you will only wear once.
Oh no! It’s almost Halloween and you don’t have a costume! Or maybe you have time, but don’t want to waste money on a one-time Halloween costume? Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party, scrambling for last minute Halloween costume ideas or you’re getting ahead for next year, this guide has you covered with creative looks straight from your closet.
Either way, no worries! Meagan Nichole has you covered with these super quick and easy Halloween costume ideas you can find in your own home… or your Mom and Sister’s. Shout out to my Mama and sister Gina for supplying me with a few things for my costume list! I hope this list gives you an easy halloween costume idea or inspires you to get creative with the clothes you already have.
Also, these pictures have me in tears laughing. 🙂
This Post is all about clever Halloween costume ideas you find in your closet!
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Save these last-minute Halloween costume ideas for your next party—they’re creative, budget-friendly, and super easy to put together! From a thrift store find to a DIY costume idea using a white dress and red lipstick, These easy Halloween costumes are perfect for any last minute planner.
How to come up with a Clever Halloween Costume
To come up with these clever and last-minute Halloween costume ideas, I started by looking in my closet first because I hate wasting money! I love coming up with DIY costume ideas that save money and still create the perfect costume for a fun look.
First, I look in my closet to see if any of my clothes remind me of a specific character, for instance, if I had a long purple shirt, I might try and go as Dora the Explorer. Or if I had a plain black dress, I could go as Wednesday Adams.
Then I take a second look and pull out unique pieces that seem costume-worthy or maybe super comfy pieces that I simply enjoy wearing.
Lets say I came across my favorite high-waisted black skirt that I love wearing and would love to make into a costume. I then Pinterest or Google : “Halloween Costume with black skirt” for inspiration. How about Mary Poppins?!
I know Barbie costumes have been a popular option recently, so if you happen to have pink dresses or bright, bold tops in your closet that you love, consider going as Barbie! You don’t even need a blonde wig if your outfit is pink enough!
This costume method is the perfect time to rock your favorite dresses tops or shoes that you normally don’t get to wear and is a good formula to come up with some really great Halloween costumes!
Easy Halloween Costume Ideas
Tourist
If you have a Hawaiian, vacation, or some type of obnoxious shirt in your closet, consider going as a tourist. This is such a funny costume! Add a fun necklace, an old camera, a fanny pack, a fake membership card, wear glasses, and you have yourself a great costume. My Mom and Aunt did this one year and they were hilarious. They stepped it up with khaki pants and tall holiday socks. If you choose this option, be sure to stay into character by walking around the party unaware of your surroundings, bumping into people, and making sure you take pictures from weird angles. If you’re heading to a Halloween party and want a quick yet fun look, this one is perfect. Plus, if your closet is lacking these items but it’s really speaking to you, thrift stores often have everything you need to pull this off.
Sleeping Beauty
Isn’t this punny? This costume is a great excuse to be super comfy in your PJs! All you need is some fancy jewelry, pajamas or your favorite sleepies top, and a crown. You could also add a sleeping mask, but I didn’t have one. I love a good pun! This Halloween costume idea is all in the small details!!
Athlete
GO SPORTS! I am the last person you should talk sports with, but even I have a jersey and hat in my closet! Can we take a minute to appreciate my bubble?! It’s a balloon! It makes for a great photo prop! This costume idea is not limited to baseball either! Rock whatever attire you may have! Step it up by adding eye black (that’s the proper term, I just Googled it) under your eyes using makeup or black paper and tape. Tall socks would have elevated the look a bit too, but I didn’t have any. PLAY BALL!
Rosie the Riveter
WE CAN DO IT! Alright ladies, this one is super easy and doable! If you’re short on time, this is one of the easiest last minute Halloween costume ideas. Grab a denim shirt, tie on a red handkerchief, and you’re good to go! You only need two things: a denim shirt and red handkerchief! That’s it! To be honest, I had to buy the handkerchief but it was $1 at Walmart. This is one of the best Halloween costumes for women who want an empowering and easy Halloween costume. Red lipstick completes the look. GIRL POWER!
Farmer
Overalls are great for Halloween costumes! I added my Hunter boots, a flannel, and a straw hat to pull my farmer-look together. Just missing a handkerchief around my neck and a piece of straw in my mouth. If you don’t have overalls, just layer some flannel over whatever dresses tops or pants you have or want to wear! This closet/ thrift store-friendly idea can also be turned into a scarecrow for a more creative Halloween party option.
Baker
Mmmm cookies! This is a great one if you have an apron! Just add a little flour to your face (which I just realized you can’t see in this picture), baking utensils for photo props, and you are ready to celebrate Halloween! No special outfit required either, just your normal clothes. I added the handkerchief to create the illusion of my hair being tied back.
Beanie Baby
Animal onesies are super easy to find around this time of year and I suggest taking full advantage because they are a super cozy and easy costume! I stepped it up by adding a ty tag, so now I am not only a Giraffe, but a Beanie Baby Giraffe!
Ghost
BOO! This timeless idea is perfect for anyone needing quick and last-minute Halloween costume ideas. A white sheet or white dress is all it takes! I know this isn’t original, but how cute is a ghost wearing chucks and a funky hat?! You could even wear glasses! I just love classic looks like this one for Halloween! Bonus! You don’t have to do your hair or makeup either! Just cut a few holes for your face and you are good to go. If you choose this costume option, I suggest cutting a slit in the back to slip your head through for an occasional break. It gets hot in there. You could even rock a white dress for this classic yet easy Halloween costume idea! When I rocked this look for a Halloween party a few years back, I added a festive Halloween top underneath so I could stay in the spooky spirit even when I needed to cool off. Classic, fun, and oh-so-easy!
Cowgirl
Howdy partner! Here is another costume idea if you have a flannel! Add a handkerchief around your neck, a cowgirl hat, some boots and you have a cute cowgirl costume! A stick horse would be fun for a prop too! Yeehaw!
Robber
I have too many striped shirts in my closet to not add this costume idea to the list. The only thing I am missing is a black eye mask to be the perfect stereotypical robber! If you have a striped shirt, black jeans or leggings, black beanie, black gloves, and a black eye mask then you have a great costume requiring no effort! If you want, add in a money sack for a photo prop.
Cat
Meow to minimal effort!! Wear all black, add some whiskers to your face, and ears to your head! That’s it! You can buy cat ears for pretty cheap or make your own using a headband and some black construction paper. Find your favorite black shirt or little black dress and you are 90% done with your great Halloween costume idea!
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As always, thank you for following along with me on my creative journey. Be sure to tag me and use #meagannicholedotcom when sharing your own quick and easy Halloween costume ideas!I hope these ideas inspire you to create the perfect costume for your Halloween party. Whether you’re creating a fun look with thrift store finds or pulling together last-minute costume ideas, these DIY costumes are sure to be a hit! Thanks for stopping by MeaganNichole.com!
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