Halloween is around the corner and believe it or not some people already have their outfits ready!
If you’ve left it to the last minute and you still need inspiration for a head-turning outfit, then here goes…
The time for scary Halloween outfits has sadly passed. Now it’s all about dressing as trendy Netflix characters, but don’t let us stop you from channelling your inner zombie vampire bride.
Top 16 DIY Halloween Costume Ideas:
Black Panther
Suit Up in Vibranium and Get Halloween Ready!
Whether you choose to bring your girl squad…
…or bring bae along.
Copy science-minded Shuri’s look with a strapless dress and a mesh overlay that suggests a lab coat or copy T’Challa’s look with a cutaway coat based on 18th-century designs and embroidered Nigerian style sleeves.
Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper from A Star is Born
Channel Jackson Maine and Ally from a ‘A Star is Born’ (a modern-day Eliza Doolittle story).
For Jack, you’re going for a messy look, so you’re going to need a leather belt, a hybrid of a ’70s/ modern-day shirt and a simple pair of worn jeans.
Ally’s look is more Los Angeles rocker-on-a-budget. Ally should wear a graphic t-shirt, jeans with a vintage aesthetic.
Alternatively, you could wear a floral Western-style collared shirt and a sleeveless blue lace dress with a cowgirl fringe.
Beyoncé and Jay Z: On The Run II Tour
The good thing about this billionaire couple is that they’ve been together for years, so you could even
The ultimate Jay Z look is a sharply tailored suit and a T-shirt.
You could
Go for Beyonce’s sparkly bodysuit look (toss in a fishnet for your face or an embellished mask).
Regina George from Mean Girls
Regina literally owned this look… Try it out. All you really need is an old vest and a pair of scissors.
If you’re taking your mother with you then consider making her wear a pink tracksuit and bringing your family dog along.
Daenerys Targaryen aka Khaleesi from Game of Thrones
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If the mother of dragons’ cape dresses give you life as they do for us, then she is the best character to dress up as this Halloween.
Achieve her look by copying the lone Mother of Dragons bold brow, fresh skin, and iconic ice blonde braids (a cheap Halloween wig will do).
Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family
Wednesday Addams ghoulishly-girly look is perfect for Halloween. Her achingly thin eyebrows are creepy enough to scare off nearby ghosts.
In order to pull off the ultimate Wednesday look, you need to shop for a Victorian black collared dress and set your hair into long black braids.
The great thing about being Wednesday Addams is that no one will be confused by your outfit. She’s so iconic that you probably won’t even be the only Wednesday there.
Kim Kardashian from Keeping Up With The Kardashians
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Kim’s style consistency makes it easy to copy her for Halloween. She’s the queen of the camel coat, nude strappy sandals, distressed skinny jeans, latex dresses and the biker jacket.
Remember to copy her tightly lined, smoked-out eye (think Met Gala), prep your skin for a bronzed look and give yourself a shiny, slick half-up hairstyle.
Marvel’s Wonder Woman
Gal Gadot’s version of Wonder Woman in the 21st Century is absolutely futuristic.
The Amazonian guardian’s armoured dress is a difficult look to pull off but definitely worth it! You’re going to need red foam sheets, hot glue and a corset. Find the tutorial here.
Kylie Jenner from Keeping Up With The Kardashians
A bright coloured wig, a pink/ neon latex dress, PVC pumps, overdone lip liner and voila! We present the ‘Kylie look’.
For a more casual approach: Slip on a white mini dress & sneakers and you’re ready!
Cardi B
You should have the most fun with Cardi B as she’s known for serving over-the-top looks.
Her bold and vivacious outfit choices include stunning corsets, fuzzy cheetah sunglasses and a feathered lavender suit.
Or copy her iconic Michael Costello ensemble with a multicolored gown and a a matching flat-brimmed hat.
Daisy Buchanan from The Great Gatsby
Of course, Daisy is on this list, just look at her vintage 1920s accessories.
Complement your lovely sequins and fringe with an equally sparkly and flashy beaded headband.
Cookie Lyon from Empire
Cookie Lyon is the leading lady in the hit TV show Empire.
Get her foxy look by pairing a sexy animal print bodycon skirt with your highest stilettos.
To pull this one off you better bring all your energy and boss vibes.
Cheryl Blossom from Riverdale
Between the trademark red locks and amazing fashion sense, Cheryl Blossom toys with an edgy Gossip Girl vibe.
Get her
Also, Cheryl is never caught without a sparkling pin on her shirt and her trademark red lips.
South African fashion “it-girl” Bonang Matheba
The South African fashion icon is known for her chic outfits.
Moghel’s personal style is always – super glamorous and very polished.
We’re talking about asymmetrical shoulder lines, shirts and ruffles. Or pair a glamorous printed top with pointed toe heels and a belt to emphasize your waist.
Sandy Olsson from Grease
We all know that Sandy Olsson from “Grease” is always a favourite.
You’ll never go wrong with this black on black look.
You’re going to need an awesome leather jacket, a classic off-the-shoulder black top, high waisted black pants and red platform heels.
The cigarette is optional, the tight curls and red lips are not.
Marge Simpson from The Simpsons
Homer Simpson’s wife, Marge is notoriously recognisable for her blue beehive hairstyle.
Who can resist this blue-haired mummy?
All you need is yellow body paint, a blue beehive wig, a strapless green maxi dress, a red bead necklace, and a pair of red flats.
Head on to Springfield for Halloween!
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