I looove Halloween and all the whimsy that comes with it. I love elaborate, awe-inspiring costumes, where it took someone 2 months to plan and create their costume.
BUT, not all of us are type A personality. And that doesn’t mean you can’t throw together an awesome Halloween costume!
Last-minute, slightly chaotic, super simple, yet effective…that’s my style of a Halloween costume.
If you’ve waited until the last minute (or you’re just a busy gal), these simple Halloween looks were made for you.
Each pick is super easy, and, bonus! – each comes with built-in “yep, I tried” vibes. If you’d rather roll in comfort than spend six hours hot-gluing feathers to a bodysuit, keep reading. This is a safe space for lazy geniuses.
Simple Wednesday Addams Costume
Grab a black dress, white collar, braid your hair, and… you’re basically channeling Wednesday’s “don’t talk to me” mood. She’s goth-lite, she’s over everything, she probably judges candy corn from afar. No need for fake blood or scary contacts. Just deadpan your way through the night and refuse to smile in group photos. If you want to upgrade, add cool black tights and a mournful stare.
Witch in Little Black Dress
Honestly, a classic. If you own a black dress (which, let’s be honest, who doesn’t?), you’re halfway there. Pop on a witch hat, maybe swipe on some dark lipstick, and suddenly you’re “witch, but make it stylish.” Add pointy boots or, let’s be real, any of your dark sneakers. Accessorize with cute gloves or stylish tights for “yes, I’m festive and I didn’t try too hard.”
Simple Devil Costume
This one’s for those of us who want to look cute but, like, tricky. Red anything works: corset, crop top, dress, shirt, pants, IDK, pajamas. A headband with devil horns is the whole look. Bonus points for a plastic pitchfork (if you can find one, otherwise just point at people and make dramatic “devilish” faces for photos). Red lipstick can take it to the next level.
Cute Jigsaw Costume
Feeling a hint of chaos? Jigsaw’s your guy. Black blazer (ideally) or cardigan, any white top, little red bowtie… borrowed works. Draw some spirals on your cheeks with red lipstick or face paint. Darken your eyes underneath with some eyeliner. Cute and spooky – check and check.
Easy Bridgerton Costume
Regency-core is basically “fancy nightgown, but nobody can question you.” Any pastel dress or anything vaguely old-timey will work. You can get it off of Amazon or dig it out of your closet. Snag some cheap fake pearls, put your hair up, add a tiara, walk around sighing dramatically – like you’re about to receive a mysterious letter. Extra points for lacy gloves or daring stockings. Call everyone “my lord” or “your grace” for full effect.
Painted Tiger Stripes
Probably the most “hello, I’m wearing a simple dress but it’s a look” on the list. Grab anything black that you feel cute in, use face paint or eyeliner to doodle lots of stripes on your whole body, and… that’s it. Cat ears are optional; overcommitting is not the goal here. If you want, draw a black nose and whiskers, but honestly, simplicity works.
Super Easy Joker
Do you own whatever green hair spray you found at the back of Target? If yes, congrats, you’re halfway to Joker. Scribble tattoos in eyeliner, a lot of messy red lipstick, and exaggerated black eyeshadow. Dig out that old baggy white shirt (or borrow from any guy friend) – the more oversized, the better.
Men in Black Girl
Two words: black suit (but make it cute) If you have a blazer, fine, but not required. All you need is a white button-down, black tie, dark sunglasses, and your favorite cute black skirt. Walk like you’re protecting celebrities. Optional: practice quick “I’m here on official business” frowns.
Velma
Calling all sweater lovers. Find an orange turtleneck (if not, any bright orange sweater will do), a red skirt, and some knee-high socks. Style your hair in a messy bob, and add black-framed glasses. Peer at things suspiciously, and say “Jinkies!” every time you drop your phone.
Supergirl (Under Office Clothes)
It’s business casual, but suddenly way cooler. Layer a Supergirl t-shirt under your regular office clothes, then walk around unbuttoning your shirt at dramatic moments to reveal the logo. If you forgot to buy a t-shirt, draw the signature “S” on paper and tape it to yourself (yes, people will laugh, but in a good way, usually..). Glasses dangling on your nose, confident grin… you’re ready to save the break room from awkward silences.
Dorothy
Time to raid your closet (or go on Amazon, honestly, either works). Cute blue dress, pigtails, red shoes, and you’re on your own Yellow Brick Road (or kitchen linoleum, but details).
‘Up’ Costume
Literally, the explorer kid from Up is the cutest?? Grab a yellow shirt (collar or tee, doesn’t matter much), some brown shorts, and maybe a sash or bandana to act like a Wilderness Explorer badge belt (just stick paper circles on if you want, nobody’s judging). Don’t forget a bunch of colorful balloons. A cap and a crazy amount of enthusiasm = you’re Russell!
Mime
If you love black and white, you’re about to thrive. Striped tee, black pants, suspenders if you have them. You probably already have everything in your closet. White face paint, exaggerated eye makeup, and a bold red lip. Mime everything.
Firefighter
Listen, who doesn’t secretly want to wear a firefighter’s helmet? Black pants, white or red t-shirt, throw on some reflective tape if you have it (or just get the costume from Amazon!). Find a plastic fire hat or print out a badge – even a toy firetruck counts as “I tried.”
Oldschool Britney
The “..Baby One More Time” era look is equal parts iconic and comfortable. Schoolgirl skirt (plaid is best), knotted white button-up, gray cardigan if you’ve got it. Knee socks, pigtails, and that “I’m not that innocent” smirk. Everyone will know instantly. If you bust out the dance moves, you’re winning Halloween.