10 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes You Can Create From Items in Your Closet

Date October 31, 2017

We’ve all been there. You weren’t even going to dress up this year, but somehow you’ve been corralled into going out, leaving your costume planning to the last minute. Well, not to worry this time—we’ve got 10 clever costumes you can create from the items already inside your closet. From iconic (Karl Lagerfeld) to indie (Uma Thurman as Mia Wallace in Pulp Fiction), we’ve got you covered. So, get your Halloween hashtag ready and click through our last minute costume ideas that can be created with pieces you already own.

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last minute halloween costumes

The Dude, The Big Lebowski

Aside from pop culture’s finest stoner icon, The Dude is also a safe bet for a potentially frigid night of partying. No coat required!

What you need:
A chunky knit, white tee and a pair of slides.

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last minute halloween costumes

The Dancing Lady

Everyone’s favourite emoji is fairly simple to recreate, provided a flamenco style dress is hanging there waiting for you.

What you need:
A red dress that makes you want to move.

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last minute halloween costumes

Karl Lagerfeld

With black and white basics and a bit of dry shampoo you are well on your way to being fashion king Karl Lagerfeld. Bonus points if you have a white cat to accompany you as Choupette.

What you need:
A black blazer, white shirt, tie, fingerless gloves and some serious shades.

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last minute halloween costumes

Sporty Spice

Put last season’s investment in athleisure to good use as the Spice Girls’ original high-kicker.

What you need:
Track pants, sports bra and your fave sneakers.

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last minute halloween costumes

Margot Tenenbaum, The Royal Tenenbaums

This quirky character has become somewhat of a Halloween fashion icon. Her signature style of a fluffy fur coat, striped dress and beret is a simple recipe for a chic and recognizable costume.

What you need:
A faux fur jacket, striped polo dress and barrette.

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last minute halloween costumes

Mia Wallace, Pulp Fiction

Pair two simple pieces, some racy lingerie topped off with layer of dark lacquer on your nails (Chanel “Vamp” comes recommended by our Beauty Director!) for Uma Thurman’s iconic look.

What you need:
Crisp white shirt, lacy bra and skinny black pants.

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last minute halloween costumes

Rosie the Riveter

Channel female empowerment as Rosie the Riveter in a classic closet staple, the denim shirt.

What you need:
A denim shirt and red bandana.

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last minute halloween costumes

Taylor Swift’s “Bad Blood” Video

This may be one of the most popular group costumes of 2015 but #squadgoals can easily be achieved in all black and leather as the cast of Taylor Swift’s Bad Blood video.

What you need:
Leather crop-top and leggings and a tough looking harness.

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