If you clicked on this article, we’re guessing that you’re running out of time to get a Halloween costume together. We get it — life gets busy. Maybe you’re having trouble coming up with a costume idea or can’t make it to the store to pick up a full outfit, so we put together a list of DIY Halloween costumes that are super easy to make. We even handmade many of them ourselves, so if we can do it, you can too.
Most of these last-minute costume ideas can be crafted from items you most likely have lying around the house right now or can be completed with one or two items that’ll ship in two days with Amazon Prime just in time for all your Halloween festivities. We included a mix of timeless and trending costume ideas for you, the kids, and your entire friend group. Consider going as a classic skeleton, Beyoncé in her Cowboy Carter era, answering questions all night as a Magic Eight Ball, donning one of many Barbie costumes, and more. We think these costumes are creative enough to be a hit at any party, so read on to get inspired.
Miss Trunchbull from ‘Matilda’ Costume
Thomas HenggeMiss Trunchbull has a… unique sense of style. And that makes for an iconic Halloween costume! Just grab a gray sweatshirt and some iron-on numbers you can apply to match the “1972” on hers. To pull it all together, pick up some black fingerless gloves, a brown leather belt, and, of course, a ball and chain.
Guess Who? Character Costume
Thomas HenggeTurn this TikTok-trendy board game into your Halloween costume! It’s perfect for those going as a pair, and it’s super easy to DIY.
All you need is one red shirt and one blue, yellow poster board to cut into a frame to wear around your head, and whatever accessories you want to add to help people guess your character, like this green beret or these red glasses.
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Taylor Swift in Her Travis Kelce Era Costume
Thomas HenggeWe stan this ~era~ Taylor Swift is in right now with Travis Kelce. And if you do, too, then throw a bright red windbreaker and a Chiefs lanyard over your white tank and jeans, and voila! You’ll be just like Taylor this football season.
Felix Catton from ‘Saltburn’ Costume
Thomas HenggeJacob Elordi stans, this one’s for you! Pull together this simple yet instantly recognizable Felix Catton costume utilizing a couple of items you probably already have: a white tank and blue jeans. Then, all you’ll need to pick up are the iconic gold wings to complete the Saltburn outfit.
‘Cowboy Carter’-Era Beyoncé Costume
Thomas HenggeIf you’ve been blasting the Cowboy Carter album since it dropped, then it only makes sense for you to dress up like Beyoncé in her Cowboy Carter era. You’re going to need a cowboy hat, of course, but you’ll also want to grab some sunnies, a long blonde wig, a black ribbon for a tie, and a black pantsuit to bring the look together.
Olivia Rodrigo ‘Guts’ Tour Costume
Thomas HenggeBad idea, right? Wrong! This DIY costume might just be the best idea for Halloween. To cop Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts tour look, pick up a white tank and a colorful paint pen to write a fun phrase on it. But don’t forget the sparkly shorts and chunky heart necklace!
Sabrina Carpenter in ‘Espresso’ Costume
Thomas HenggeThe song you’ve had stuck in your head all summer can serve as inspo for your Halloween costume! Get Sabrina Carpenter’s music video look with this light blue strapless dress and this pink scarf. Finish it off with this pair of clip-in bangs or a full blonde wig, if you want to go all out.
Carrie Bradshaw from ‘Sex and the City’ Costume
Thomas HenggeFashionistas in need of a last-minute Halloween costume, look no further than Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw for inspo. To dress like the fictional columnist, you might just need to sift through your closet to find a tulle skirt, a light pink tank, and a pair of strappy stilettos. Luckily, if they’re not already in your closet, Amazon’s got you covered.
2000s Indie Sleaze Costume
Thomas HenggeIf you’ve been waiting for the chance to break out that 2000s-inspired fit you used to wear all the time, Halloween might just be your moment. With this Indie Sleaze costume, you can rock your fave capri leggings (we know you still have them!) under a denim mini skirt with a purple zippered hoodie and a thin black scarf up top.
Bonus points if you blast your fave music from the 2000s and 2010s while you get ready, go heavy on the eyeliner, and bring a digital camera with you as an accessory.
Chappell Roan as the Statue of Liberty Costume
Thomas HenggeOK, but Chappell Roan seriously ate as the Statue of Liberty at the Governor’s Ball this year! Now, you can dress up as your favorite artist’s favorite artist with the help of this long green wig, this light green dress, and this green lipstick. Buy a crown pre-made, or go the extra mile and make your own sparkly one with a headband and some glittery silver foam sheets.
Swiftie Costume
Dustin FenstermacherCalling all Swifties! Whether you were the lucky one who got concert tickets or are waiting for the movie to drop, this DIY costume will make you feel like you’re part of the Eras Tour. Recreate the look with this purple faux fur jacket, sequin dress, and white boots.
President Barbie Costume
Dustin Fenstermacher2023’s Barbie gave us tons of DIY costume inspo. Throw on this pink jumpsuit and construct a sash out of ribbon and glitter iron-on letters to transform into President Barbie this Halloween. Add a pair of heart-shaped sunglasses to complete the look.
Denim Ken Costume
Dustin FenstermacherYou are Kenough. You can turn yourself into Denim Ken with this vest, light blue jeans, pink bandana, and white briefs. Don’t forget to add Ken to the waistband in black letters for extra points!
Ms. Rachel Costume
Dustin FenstermacherThis one’s for the parents. If your little one is a fan of Ms. Rachel, surprise them this Halloween by wearing this DIY costume. Steal the popular YouTuber’s look with this pink t-shirt and pair of overalls.
Tanya McQuoid from ‘White Lotus’ Costume
Dustin FenstermacherTo recreate this White Lotus costume, you’ll need this flowy dress, pink scarf, and oversized sunglasses. Then you’ll be ready to ride off into the sunset on a Vespa.
Alien Costume
Dustin FenstermacherShop Glow in the Dark Googly Eyes
With new information about aliens coming to light last year, why not go as one this Halloween? You’ll need this sweatshirt and sweatpants combo to start. You can add these glow-in-the-dark googly eyes to a headband to create an extraterrestrial accessory.
John Wick Costume
Dustin FenstermacherWhen you’re in a pinch and need a look fit for a retired assassin, transform that black suit in the back of your closet into a John Wick costume. Add a white button-down shirt, black tie, and dog stuffed animal to complete the transformation.
Furby Costume
Dustin FenstermacherWhether you had one as a child or steered clear of them completely, we can all agree that this furby DIY costume is a win. You’ll need a wearable blanket as the base as well as white styrofoam balls, pink construction paper, and white hair to recreate the face and ears.
Wind-Up Doll Costume
Dustin FenstermacherThis creative DIY costume is destined to win some best costume awards. While you can shop this gingham dress and red bow tie for the look, you’ll need cardboard and this metallic spray paint to create the wind-up component.
Troll Doll Costume
Dustin FenstermacherTurn yourself into another iconic doll this Halloween with this DIY costume. All you need to recreate this look is a dress and a red wig. Plus, you can easily turn it into a group costume with wigs in other fun colors.
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