Oops, I Almost Forgot! 8 Frugal Ways to Dress Up for Halloween:
“I’m too old to dress up for Halloween.” “It’s too expensive.” “I’m not good with a sewing machine.”
If any of these thoughts have crossed your mind, you’re in luck. Because today I’m going to share with you some easy and frugal ways to get a Halloween costume.
1. Reuse last year’s costume. It’ll be like getting a brand new outfit for free!
2. Check out the thrift store. You’ll find everything from wigs to entire costumes there. It’s also a great place to shop if you’re looking for a costume that requires specific pieces of clothing (like an old-fashioned business suit).
3. Get creative with what you already own. A black wig and some blue eye shadow can turn you into Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. A furry coat can make you look like Chewbacca from Star Wars or an extra from Where the Wild Things Are. All it takes is some imagination!
4. Borrow a costume from a friend or relative (or vice versa). If you both have the same idea, it could save money and time by buying one
Halloween is a holiday many people enjoy, but the costume and party expenses can really add up. Here are eight frugal ways to dress up for Halloween.
1). If you’re having a party, ask your guests to come as their favorite public figure or celebrity. Sure, you’ll have your fair share of princesses and superheros, but you’ll also get some interesting characters like Albert Einstein and Donald Trump. If you have a mixture of adults and kids attending, make it so that the adults are public figures and the kids are celebrities. The more creative, the better!
2). Have a No-Costume Party This is similar to the first idea, except there’s no theme – it’s just come as you are! If you’re having a dinner party or cocktail party, invite your friends to come as they would normally dress if they were attending your event. Set the tone by telling everyone in your invitation that costumes or silly attire aren’t necessary. You can even encourage them to bring something with sentimental value that means something to them (i.e., old purse, first car keychain, etc.). For an extra fun twist, ask everyone to bring something that has something in common with their costume (like a bag of candy
As we enter the last few months of the year, many of us will be planning on celebrating Halloween. It is a great time of year to dress up and have fun, but it can often be a costly experience as well. Here are some frugal ways to get dressed up for Halloween without breaking the bank.
1 – Use your own clothes
Sometimes you can find a really simple costume in your own wardrobe. Or you just need to add a few accessories or items to make it complete. For example, I once dressed up as a witch using a black top hat, black jacket and black shoes and then I added some face paint and cheap fake nails. You could also find a white top and bottom and go as a ghost, or even just wear your favourite team’s sports shirt to represent their mascot!
2 – Borrow from others
Asking friends or family if they have any clothes that you could use as fancy dress is another way to save money. Once again, you may be able to use these alone, or add some accessories to make them more like a proper costume. This is especially useful if you have children who grow out of their costumes very quickly.
If you have kids, you’re probably starting to think about Halloween costumes. But, guess what? With a little imagination and effort, you can get free or low cost costumes for your kids and for yourself. Here are some ways to save money on Halloween costumes:
1. Check out the “free section” of Craigslist.org. In most cities, people list items they want to give away for free in the “free section.” You can often find costume items, as well as props that might be helpful when creating your own costume.
2. Go to a thrift store and make your own costume out of old clothes or accessories. You can also look in your closet first. Do you have an old prom dress? A graduation gown? A bridesmaid’s outfit? Don’t forget that the more ripped or torn up it is, the better!
3. Host a clothing swap with your friends and neighbors before Halloween hits. Ask them to bring any unwanted clothing or accessories that could be used to create a costume. You’ll all be surprised at what other people have hanging in their closet that could work for a great costume!
4. Check out the websites of local theaters and ask around about rehearsal cast-offs from plays and musicals that might have
Halloween is just a few days away and if you’re anything like me, you’ve thought of Halloween costumes for your kids but have put off getting all the details together until the last minute. Oops, that was me!
Luckily for us procrastinators, there are some easy ways to dress up for Halloween without spending a lot of money or even any money at all.
1. Get creative and use what you already have at home. I’m serious! You’ll be surprised at how many costumes can be made with things in your own closet, kitchen or garage. Like this jellyfish costume made out of balloons, socks and a headband. Or this wizard costume made out of sheets and a belt.
2. Make your own costume. The best part about making your own costume is that it’s unique and it costs less than buying one pre-made. One year we made our daughter an elephant costume out of an old pink sweatsuit and a pair of tights filled with bean bag pellets to make the elephant’s trunk.
3. Ask friends if they have any costume pieces you can borrow or swap with them this year. Maybe they have something that would go great with your idea but won’t get used again by them until next year? Maybe you
1. Check out the local thrift stores.
Grab your friends and hit up the local thrift store. A lot of times you can find great, unique items at a very low cost. There is always a plethora of different clothing items that you can use to create your own personal look, or you could even go as a group!
2. Visit your local party store.
They might have some costumes that are half off right now! You can also check around the clearance aisle for some odd props or items to make your costume unique. If you don’t mind shopping online, Amazon has some pretty great deals on costumes too!
3. DIY!
Get creative with what you have at home and make your own costume!! Use old sheets, curtains, clothes that are lying around the house and get crafty! You’d be surprised what you can make from things lying around your house! Plus, it’s fun and creative to do it yourself!
4. Check out this list of 101 frugal costumes from Money Saving Mom.
5. Do a Google Search for ‘DIY Halloween Costumes’ for inspiration for your own homemade costume!
6. Don’t forget about Goodwill’s annual Halloween Costume Contest where one lucky winner will receive $
I’m sure you’ve already heard this, but Halloween is THIS weekend. Have you got your costume yet?
If not, here are some ideas:
1. Make Your Own Costume
This can be as simple or elaborate as you want. Throw on a Hawaiian shirt and flowers in your hair for an islander costume. Grab a cape and a sword for a knight. Get a white sheet and cut holes in it for a ghost. The possibilities are endless!
2. Host a Costume Swap
Set up an event on Facebook or Meetup to host a costume swap with your friends! You can ask everyone to bring at least one item they don’t need anymore and then they trade with each other. It’s much more fun than shopping at the store.
3. Check Out the Thrift Stores
It’s easy to find something cheap at Goodwill that you can use for your costume! Grab an old dress for Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz or an old suit for Sherlock Holmes. Just make sure you have time to wash everything (for hygienic reasons).
4. Ask Around
Ask family members and friends if they have anything that would work for your costume before going out and buying it yourself. A lot of people buy costumes every year and