Easy Halloween Costumes (you already own)
By Team Whering published 01/10/2024
Every week in October we'll be sharing seven new Halloween costumes that can be pulled together out of clothes you already own, so there's no need to buy a new 'stume.
1. Totally Spies
An iconic trio costume. Wear the same coloured top and trousers, and finish with boots and belt.
2. Bridget Jones
If you've got an old corset lying around, this is an easy win!
3. Tashi, Challengers
If you play any sports, this costume is super easy to recreate and comfortable.
4. Art, Challengers
Another easy costume to recreate with sportswear (and a good excuse to get some churros).
5. Captain Underpants
Since Emma Chamberlain did this a few years ago, it's been living rent-free as an easy costume.
5. Princess Diaries
Grab sunglasses, wired headphones and a mini white dress from your wardrobe to pull off this costume. Borrow a crown from a younger sibling, or invest at a party shop.
6. Cher, Clueless
As if! We couldn't not include Cher from Clueless, literally the queen who inspired our app.
7. Sandy, The Grease
If you already have blonde curly hair and a lot of black clothes, you can't go wrong being Sandy from Grease.
8. Carrie Bradshaw, Sex in the City
For an easy closet costume, choose one of Carrie Bradshaw's iconic looks and recreate it from your own wardrobe.
9. Violet Beauregarde, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Wear all blue and have bubble gum on you all night, and you're the iconic Violet.
10. Bob Ross
Baggy jeans, oversized shirt and a paint brush give the ultimate Bob Ross vibes. If you don't have the hair, consider buying a wig.
11. Barbie
The easiest costume of them all. Throw on anything pink, and you're good to go Barbie girl. The girlier, the better.
12. The Joker, The Joker 2
Pair an all black outfit with some classic joker make up.
13. Harley Quinn, The Joker 2
A new version of the icon Harley Quinn from Joker 2. Wear your brightest orange dress and finish off with blue eye shadow.
14. Dre, Swarm
Loungewear, rubber gloves and a mop will give you a base as a Dre costume. Finish with fake blood.
15. Regina George, Mean Girls
Cut holes over the breast area of an old white tank for the iconic Regina George costume.
16. Dionne Davenport, Clueless
Find any black and white checked or houndstooth items you own, and pair these white a red and white top combo.
17. Drew Barrymore from Scream
If you want to stay cosy, this is the costume for you. A white sweater and white trousers give the perfect Drew Barrymore from Scream vibes. Complete with accessories. Please do not use a real knife for this costume!
18. Sharon Tate, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Your wardrobe staples will come to the rescue for this one. It's super simple and elegant.
19. American Psycho
This is a scary one! Find yourself a white shirt, red tie, and medical overcoat for the ultimate American Psycho look. A fake axe prop will tie it all together.
20. Sasha, Bratz
Super simple! You may already own these items for the perfect Sasha from Bratz costume. She has other iconic outfits for you to create if you're not a fan of this one.
21. Steve, Blues Clues
If you have a striped shirt and some brown trousers, just whip out a notebook, and you're dressed as Steve from Blues Clues.
22. Fairy
Find floaty, frilly, pastel-coloured clothes and layer together for a fairy-inspired assemble. Finish off with fairy wings!
23. Velma
The perfect costume for those looking for a cheap option. You won't need to buy anything new if you already own an orange jumper and red skirt. To make it more of a complete costume, throw on some glasses and a red bob wig.
24. The Power Puff Girls
A fun group costume! Wear any blue, pink, purple, or green dress and finish with black pumps and white socks. Accessorise with a bow or cape for the full look.
25. WALL-E
Which robot will you choose? Go futuristic with a white dress and blue bag or choose a low effort, maximum comfort alternative with brown sweats.
26. Tracy Beaker
An icon on UK TV screens, Tracy Beaker, is a recognisable super easy costume. BOG OFF!
27. The Matrix
Throw on anything leather to achieve The Matrix vibes. Sunglasses are a must!
28. Wednesday Addams
Plait your hair, find a short long-sleeved black dress and finish with a white collar for your Wednesday Adams costume.
29. Felix Catton, Saltburn
Dig out your wardrobe staples– pair a simple white tank with a pair of baggy blue denim jeans and black high-top Converse. Accessorise with angel wings to complete the costume.
30. Oliver Quick, Saltburn
Wear any white jacket and white trousers for this costume. All you need are antlers to top off the character– find these at a party store.
31. Red, Us
Red overalls are key for this costume.
32. Daisy Jones and the Six
Relive summer for a moment and whip out your denim shorts and cowboy boots. Add boho accessorise to give it the 70s touch.
33. Maxxxine
Short dungarees and a red bandana are the base elements for this look. If you have a dummy axe from a previous costume, it's perfect to add here. Finish with fake blood on the face.
34. Evelyn Wang, Everything Everywhere, All at Once
Put on a casual outfit with a red body warmer and a googly eye on your forehead. You're good to go.
35. Bella from Poor Things
There are so many Bella looks you could dress up as, but this is one of our faves. If you weren't blessed with long luscious dark hair, it could be worth investing in a wig to complete the look.
36. Wanda and Cosmo from Fairly Odd Parents
Pair a pink top or a white shirt and tie with some dark jeans for the base of the costume. Add a crown and wings to finish the characterisation.
37. Kim Possible
Possibly (see what we did there) the easiest closet costume there is, find some army green trousers and wear them with a black top, bum bag, and black gloves to finish off.
38. Sydney, The Bear
White clothes, dark apron and bandana. Bonus points if what you’re wearing underneath is Thom Browne (iykyk).
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