I must admit, I’m a sucker for an elaborately planned and well thought-out Halloween costume, but even I know from firsthand experience that there are sometimes when those just don’t work out, leaving you a frustrated mess on Halloween Eve. Or, on the other hand, you may just be strapped for time. The solution might be closer than you think — in fact, it might be in your very own closet! We’ve provided a range of costumes below with a mix of both high-end and affordable items that you might just be able to find in your closet (or items just like it) for twists on our fave TV show characters and celebrities.
Cher Horowitz
Ugh, as if! Who wouldn’t want to be Cher? Dressing up as this 90s teen icon is a must (at least once).
Above: Pink Queen Yellow Charming Women’s Long Sleeve Turndown Collar Blazer ($25); Pink Queen Yellow Vintage Ladies Plaid Fashion Pleated Skirt ($14); Pink Queen Women’s Thick Warm Cable Knit Medium-long Floor Stockings Beige White ($7); Boohoo Violet Peeptoe Block Heel ($70).
Karl Lagerfeld
Despite some of his controversial statements, the head designer and creative director of fashion houses Chanel, Fendi and his self-titled label, Karl Lagerfeld, is a design genius. Take on his trademark look for a night.
Above: Derek Lam 10 Crosby Notch Peplum Hem Blazer ($495); Wear All Mariah Straight Leg Trousers ($17); Karl Lagerfeld Embellished Fingerless Leather Gloves ($149); 3.1 Phillip Lim Acetate Cat Eye Sunglasses ($390).
Wednesday Addams
The Addams family is a definite must on Halloween and we all know that this outfit will be a breeze for you with your one hundred and one million black clothing items (don’t deny it).
Above: Wear All Lina Collar Swing Dress ($31); MAC Liptensity Lipstick in Stallion ($25); Dr. Martens Women’s Drench Waterproof Combat Boot ($100).
Kim Possible
A fairly simple costume that’s easy to pull together the night before. The real concern is — can we call you, beep you if we wanna reach you?
Above: Valentino Cropped Virgin Wool and Cashmere Pullover with Turtleneck ($1,419); Current/Elliot Cargo Relaxed-Fit Trousers ($142).
Sandy from Grease
I’ve got chills, they’re multiplying! Halloween night is bound to be a chilly one; we live in Canada, it’s inevitable. This costume is not only stylish, but it’ll keep you fairly warm as well.
Above: Saint Laurent Lambskin Biker Jacket ($4,990); Alice & Olivia Ashlena Off the Shoulder Bodysuit ($275); Miss Selfridge Black Shiny High Waisted Leggings (21); Jimmy Choo Katrin Suede Platform Sandals ($983).
Aaliyah
Baby girl — better known as Aaliyah (RIP). Her style was always effortless, casual and comfy yet always on trend — so ’90s.
Above: Tommy Jeans for UO ‘90s Tee ($50); GAP Original 1969 Vintage Straight Jeans ($63); Tommy Hilfiger Hilfiger Bold Boxer Brief ($17); Tommy Hilfiger Lassie 2 ($56).
Arthur
The character who taught us the importance of reading and friends, simultaneously. Bonus points for getting your friends to dress up as the whole gang.
Above: ACNE Studios Saara High-Neck Wool Sweater ($380); Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Top ($84); H&M Boyfriend Low Ripped Jeans ($40).
Blair Waldorf
Dressing up as the Queen B of NYC should give you a get-out-of-jail-free card to be as mean as you like for the night…right? This is another costume that could spawn off into your friends dressing up as the whole Gossip Girl clique as well.
Above: PINKO White Bow-Embellished Cotton Shirt ($263); BOOHOO Aya Basic Scuba Box Pleat Skater Skirt ($16); Aeropostale Ribbed 2Fer Over-the-Knee Socks ($6); Jennifer Behr Simple Pearl And Lace Headband ($138).
Boo from Monster’s Inc.
Boo is a simple and colourful costume to pull off. Just grab a pink sweater and purple leggings and remember — don’t look under the bed!
Above: Agnona Cashmere Pullover ($531); Fendi Tech-jersey Ski Leggings ($800).
