10 Super-Easy DIY Halloween Costumes

Since Halloween is creeping closer, I put together a handful of low- to no-effort costumes you can probably scrounge together without leaving the house. Perfect for watching scary movies on the sofa. (Because you're a smart, responsible adult who follows federal health guidelines and won't party during a pandemic.) (Right?)

Bonus points for additional props ;)

 

BUBBLE BATH -- If you have a bag of white balloons (clear would also work) and some scotch tape, then you are 75% of the way to becoming a bubble bath! A shower cap completes the look, and a loufa, back brush, or rubber duck gives you extra flair.

GUM BALL MACHINE -- Similar concept, but with a bag of large rainbow pompoms and a construction paper coin slot at your waist. I think you'll need hot glue for this costume, so make sure to choose a t-shirt you're ready to destroy lol.

  

DAMIAN FROM MEAN GIRLS -- Any Mean Girls fan is familiar with this perfect scene-stealing moment from the movie. Guaranteed, each component of this costume already lives in your house. You need a zip-front hoody (completely cinched around the face), a pair of oversized sunglasses, and a sign with Damian's iconic line.

MAGIC 8-BALL -- Special shout-out to my pregnant friends! Write your favorite Magic 8-Ball saying on a piece of construction paper (cut into a triangle), wear all black, and tape the fortune to your baby bump.

TO-DO LIST -- Load up a few dozen post-its with individual notes and reminders (real or imaginary), then stick them all over yourself. Done!

 

CHILL PILL -- This costume only really requires a colorblock outfit (you can even do a two-color shirt if you don't want to wear a skirt) with cut-out letters taped down the front. I suppose you can be any pill of your choosing, but "chill" seems like the appropriate choice for a couch-bound Halloween.

CONTESTANT FROM THE PRICE IS RIGHT -- Initially, I only thought to make the classic name tag. Then, I saw how simple it is to recreate the colorful podium (provided that you have discarded delivery boxes at home). The costume works either way! You need colorful construction paper, a thick black marker, tape or glue, plus cardboard and string (if you're also making the display). I wouldn't worry about the color-coordinated t-shirt lol.

  

THE DUDE FROM THE BIG LEBOWSKI -- I mean... You're basically wearing pyjamas, a bathrobe, and Birkenstocks. (You're going for that pleasantly shlumpy stoner vibe.) Long, messy hair and sunglasses are essential. Extra credit for toting around a rug, a White Russian, or an empty 1L milk carton.

BURGLARS -- Very straightforward, very cute! The black-and-white stripe top looks great, but an entirely black outfit also does the trick. Black gloves, black tuque, black mask (or draw one on using makeup/face paint). You definitely need a bag for your loot, and you're done! Bonus points for drawing a big dollar sign on an old tote bag.

OLD SCHOOL SHEET GHOST -- Do people ever actually dress up like this for Halloween? Because it's the route I'm taking ;)

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So, are you wearing a costume this year? I would freakin' LOVE to see the look you whip up for the occasion!

Image credit (top): ABC7 News

Image credit (costumes): Google