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    60 Easy Halloween Costumes to DIY This Year

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    By Andrea Zendejas
    Published 20 July 2018 In Features

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    Yes, you could slap on a pair of ears and a bodysuit and call yourself a mouse (duh), but it's always more fun to get creative for Halloween—from your hair to your carefully curated outfit. This year, draw inspiration for your homemade costume from these 60 pop-culture characters, ranging from culturally relevant to all-time classics.

    Holly Golightly from 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
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    Holly Golightly from 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'

    1. Crystal Hair Comb, $220

    SHOP IT

    2. 
    Norma Kamali Dress $205

    SHOP IT

    3. Le Specs Cat-Eye Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, $60

    SHOP IT

    4. Pearl Necklace, $195

    SHOP IT

    5. Long Black Nylon Gloves, $8

    SHOP IT

    A coffee and croissant in hand and you're all set to play one of Manhattan's most iconic silver screen socialites, Holly Golightly. The best part about this outfit is that you probably already own the work-friendly black sheath: now all you have to do is some light shopping on the accessories.

    Rosie the Riveter
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    Rosie the Riveter

    1. Polka Dot Headscarf, $6.89

    SHOP IT

    2. Short Sleeve Denim Shirt, $44.80

    SHOP IT

    3. 10" High Rise Skinny Jeans, $135

    SHOP IT

    4. Everlane slingbacks , $94

    SHOP IT

    Prepare your best flexin' poses.

    Dorothy from 'The Wizard of Oz'
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    Dorothy from 'The Wizard of Oz'

    1. Vintage Gingham Apron, $10

    SHOP IT

    2. 
    Puff-Sleeved Dress, $39.99

    SHOP IT

    3. 
    Isabel Marant Socks, $70

    SHOP IT

    4. Red Glitter Mary Jane Shoes, $37

    SHOP IT

    Don't forget to click your heels twice and wear double ponytails.

    Chanel from 'Scream Queens'
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    Chanel from 'Scream Queens'

    1. Satin Neck Bow Blouse, $69

    SHOP IT

    2. Faux Fur Jacket, $295

    SHOP IT

    3. Houndstooth Skirt, $69

    SHOP IT

    4. Maison Miru Pearl earrings, $39

    SHOP IT

    Lots of fur, pink, and pearls then you've got Chanel's look from Scream Queens.

    'Girl with a Pearl Earring'
    (Image credit: Print Collector)

    'Girl with a Pearl Earring'

    1. Pearl Earrings , $140

    SHOP IT

    2. Cashmere and Silk Scarf, $195

    SHOP IT

     3. Cashmere and Silk Scarf, $195

    SHOP IT

    4. 
    Button Down White Top, $29.90

    SHOP IT

    5. Knit dress, $39.90

    SHOP IT


    Try recreating the famous painting with these items. Remember to great the right angles.

    'Annie Hall'
    (Image credit: Bettmann)

    'Annie Hall'

    1. Cotton White Button Down Shirt , $69

    SHOP IT

    2.
     Silk Tie, $39

    SHOP IT

    3. Four Button Vest, $41

    SHOP IT

    4. Pleated Khaki Pants, $48

    SHOP IT

    For a very on trend costume this halloween, try recreating Annie Hall with New York as back drop.

    'Where's Waldo'
    (Image credit: Getty Images)

    'Where's Waldo'

    1. Top Headwear Striped , $8.99

    SHOP IT

    2. Comme Des Garçons Red Striped T-Shirt, $126

    SHOP IT

    3. Rounds glasses, $89

    SHOP IT

    4.High Rise Jeans, $79.50

    SHOP IT

    All the items to recreate Waldo's look might be found right in your closet. Your friend's will be able to spot you amongst a large crowd.

    Whitney Houston at the XXV Super Bowl
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    Whitney Houston at the XXV Super Bowl

    1. Adidas Authentic Track Jacket , $65

    SHOP IT

    2. Adidas Track Pants, $64

    SHOP IT

    3. White Sweatband, $5.99

    SHOP IT

    4. Nike Cortez Sneakers, $70

    SHOP IT

    Start warming up your vocal cords to blow your friend aways like Whitney did in this performance at the Super Bowl.

    Billie Ellish
    (Image credit: Kevin Winter)

    Billie Ellish

    1. Temporary Hair Spray, $2.99

    SHOP IT

    2. Fire Sunglasses, $15.99

    SHOP IT

    3. Oversized T-Shirt Dress, $40

    SHOP IT

    4. Black Bike Shorts, $69

    SHOP IT

    5. 
    Silver Rhinestone Choker, $10

    SHOP IT


    Add some chunky sole black sneakers and some socks to complete your Billie Ellish look.

    Khaleesi from 'Game of Thrones'
    (Image credit: HBO)

    Khaleesi from 'Game of Thrones'

    1. Tadashi Shoji Cape Long Sleeve, $468

    SHOP IT

    2. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz, $23

    SHOP IT

    3. Gold Lace Up Flat Sandals, $19

    SHOP IT

    4. Gold Vermeil Stacking Ring Set, $1962

    To portray the Mother of Dragons, hair and makeup is key from a waterfall braid to some heavily filled-in brows.

    Frida Kahlo
    (Image credit: Hulton Archive)

    Frida Kahlo

    1. Pink Sunset Wildflower Headband, $7.79

    SHOP IT

    2. Floral Blouse, $195

    SHOP IT

    3. Sterling Silver Earrings, $73.49

    SHOP IT

    4. Bow Midi Skirt, $59.99

    SHOP IT

    Don't forget to make a braid updo.

    Ariana Grande
    (Image credit: Kevin Winter)

    Ariana Grande

    1. Kimono Robe With Fluffy Sleeve, $21

    SHOP IT

    2. Lace Gloves, $8.59

    SHOP IT

    3. Green Crystal Earrings, $13.99

    SHOP IT

    Ariana Grande always has some of the most iconic looks, why not try this one.

    Carmen Miranda
    (Image credit: Archive Photos)

    Carmen Miranda

    1. Carmen Miranda headpiece , $17.61

    SHOP IT

    2. Off Shoulder Jumpsuit, $50

    SHOP IT

    Carmen Miranda was known for her iconic headpieces. Try pairing the headpieces with an off the shoulder dress or top. Dress up as this ultimate samba singer, dancer, and actress this halloween.

    Singin' in the Rain
    (Image credit: Movie Poster Image Art)

    Singin' in the Rain

    1. Wide Brimmed Rain Hat, $17.99

    SHOP IT

    2. Blocktech Coat, $59.90

    SHOP IT

    The pieces for this costume can easily be reused for a rainy day.

    Jane Fonda
    (Image credit: Harry Langdon)

    Jane Fonda

    1. Metallic bodysuit, $12.99

    SHOP IT

    2. Sweatbands, $7.99

    SHOP IT

    3. Silver Waist Belt, $9.99

    SHOP IT

    4. Reebok Freestyle Sneakers, $75

    SHOP IT

    Jane Fonda's looks on her workout video's are goals.

    Mary Poppins
    (Image credit: Donaldson Collection)

    Mary Poppins

    1. White Puff Top, $58

    SHOP IT

    2. Navy Midi Skirt, $60

    SHOP IT

    3. Navy Coat, $129.95

    SHOP IT

    4. Nanny Umbrella, $46

    SHOP IT


    The all time favorite nanny, Mary Poppins, look is easy to recreate. Grab your pea coat, your umbrella, and large carpet bag.

    Ruth Bader Ginsburg
    (Image credit: Getty Images)

    Ruth Bader Ginsburg

    1. Black Toga, $19.99

    SHOP IT

    2. Lace Collar, $368

    SHOP IT

    Let's honor RBG this halloween!

    Janis Joplin
    (Image credit: John Byrne Cooke Estate)

    Janis Joplin

    1. Foster Grant sunglasses, $35.95

    SHOP IT

    2. Pin-tuck Jacket, $198

    SHOP IT

    3. Velvet Flair Pants, $188

    SHOP IT

    Dress up as one of the most iconic rock and rock and blues singer of her time. She was one artist who was part of Woodstock in 1969.

     Midge Maisel from 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'
    (Image credit: NBC)

    Midge Maisel from 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'

    1. Black Square Neck Dress $29

    SHOP IT

    2. Black Opera Gloves , $6.99

    SHOP IT

    Midge Maisel wears to many iconic looks on the show, this look might be once of simplest and easiest to recreate.

    Tina Turner
    (Image credit: CBS Photo Archive)

    Tina Turner

    1. Long Fringe Dress $215

    SHOP IT

    2. White Loafer, $144.95

    SHOP IT

    The legend Tina Turner in this fabulous fringe dress, is the perfect costume if your are looking to look glam up this halloween.

    Lucy Ricardo from 'I Love Lucy'
    (Image credit: Archive Photos)

    Lucy Ricardo from 'I Love Lucy'

    1. Polka Dot Dress, $269

    SHOP IT

    2. Rose Garden Apron , $13.99

    SHOP IT

    Don't forget to hairspray your hair red!

    Billie Jean King
    (Image credit: Evening Standard)

    Billie Jean King

    1. Piqué-Panelled Cotton Shirt Dress, $892

    SHOP IT

    2. Retro Wooden Racquet, $46.99

    SHOP IT

    For the tennis players, recreating this Billie Jean King look, will be a pretty simple!

    Cher and Dionne from 'Clueless'
    (Image credit: Archive Photos)

    Cher and Dionne from 'Clueless'

    1. Yellow and Black Check Set, $46.99

    SHOP IT


    2. Black and WhiteCheck Set, $65

    SHOP IT

    As if... you are not dying to wear this for your costume this year.

    Rachel Green from 'Friends'
    (Image credit: NBC)

    Rachel Green from 'Friends'

    1. Ribbed Scoop neck Sweater, $285

    SHOP IT

    2. V-Neck Midi Slip, $39.95

    SHOP IT

    All of the Friends looks are so relevant and on trend today. Don't sweat it this halloween these items are probably sitting right in your closet.

    Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
    (Image credit: Michael Stroud)

    Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

    1. Pillbox Hat, $100

    SHOP IT

    2. Tweed Jacket, $214

    SHOP IT

    3. Tweed Shift Dress, $209

    SHOP IT

    Besides being the first lady of the US and making a mark in many ways, she became an American style icon. Pull your pill box hat and tweed suit out.

    Vilma from 'The Flinstones'
    (Image credit: Archive Photos)

    Vilma from 'The Flinstones'

    1. White One Shoulder Dress, $235

    SHOP IT

    2. Faux Pearl Choker, $168

    SHOP IT

    Vilma might be one of my most worn costumes of all time, but is always be relevant.

    Carrie Bradshaw from 'Sex in the City'
    (Image credit: Getty Images)

    Carrie Bradshaw from 'Sex in the City'

    1. Statement Gold Necklace, $48

    SHOP IT

    2. Snake Print Boots $238

    SHOP IT

    3. Faux Fur Coat, $254

    SHOP IT

    You might find pieces from Carrie's wardrobe in your own closet. This might be the easiest last minute halloween to throw together.

    Sabrina from 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch'
    (Image credit: George Lange)

    Sabrina from 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch'

    1. Black Lace Dress, $47

    SHOP IT

    2. Tattoo Choker, $2.99

    SHOP IT

    3. Black Block Heel, $69

    SHOP IT


    If you have a black cat, don't think twice this is the perfect halloween costume for you.

    Velma from 'Scooby Doo'
    (Image credit: ABC Photo Archives)

    Velma from 'Scooby Doo'

    1. Orange Knit Turtleneck, $69.95

    SHOP IT

    2. Mini Pleated Skirt, $50

    SHOP IT

    3. Black Acetate Squared Frames, $89

    SHOP IT

    A costume that you will can easily be re-worn and paired with items in your closet.

    Claire from 'The Breakfast Club'
    (Image credit: Archive Photos)

    Claire from 'The Breakfast Club'

    1. Pink V Neck Blouse, $171.00

    SHOP IT

    2. Paisley Wrap Skirt, $405

    SHOP IT

    3. Knee High Brown Boots, $178

    SHOP IT

    Get Claire's look with all these pieces, remember to add a brown belt! The Breakfast Club would make a great group halloween costume too.

    Venetian Gondolier
    (Image credit: MIGUEL MEDINA)

    Venetian Gondolier

    1. Black and White Striped Shirt, $16

    SHOP IT

    2. Black High Rise Jeans, $40

    SHOP IT

    3. Gondolier Hat, $16.19

    SHOP IT

    Picture yourself rowing through Venice.

    Dwight Schrute from 'The Office'
    (Image credit: NBC)

    Dwight Schrute from 'The Office'

    1. Yellow Button Down Shirt, $9.90

    SHOP IT

    2. Grey Pant 3 pieceSuit, $56.00

    SHOP IT

    3. Gold Eyewear, $50.00

    SHOP IT

    4. Strip Tie, $46

    SHOP IT

    If Dwight is your favorite The Office character, some slacks, yellow button down, and tie is all your need to complete the look. The Office might be another good group costume ideas, each of your friends can dress up as Dunder Mifflin employee. 

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