Make These 8 DIY Halloween Costumes Yourself in Minutes. (you'll be the talk of the party)

So you are going to be a Ghoul again? Or a Princess? Or a Slasher or Grim Reaper or Ghost? Hold on, here are eight costumes nobody else will have. And you can make them yourself! Easy Peasy.

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1. Freudian Slip

What you need:

A slip, nightgown, or simple dress (or oversized camisole)

Paper, index cards, or sticky notes

Pen or marker

Safety pins or tape

Instructions:

Take your slip (or dress/cami) and wear it as your base costume.

On small paper slips (index cards or sticky notes), write out classic Freud words/phrases like “Id,” “Ego,” “Superego,” “Psyche,” “Anal Retentive,” “Oedipus,” “Dream,” “Subconscious,” etc.

Pin or tape those paper slips all over your slip/dress so it’s literally a “Freudian slip.”

Bonus: carry a little notebook or a (toy) couch cushion and say you can analyze everyone at the party.

Why it works: It’s a clever play on words. Everyone will get the “Freudian slip” joke, and all you need are sticky notes and a slip/dress you might already own.

2. Error 404 Costume (Page Not Found)

What you need:

• Plain white T-shirt

• Black permanent marker or fabric paint

• Jeans or casual bottoms

Instructions:

1. Take a plain white T-shirt.

2. With a black marker or fabric paint, write “Error 404: Costume Not Found” on the front.

3. Pair with jeans or any casual bottoms, and you’re done!

Guaranted to be the hit of any party with Techies. Like all of them here in Silicon Valley California!

3. Rosie the Riveter

What you need:

• Denim shirt or denim jacket

• Red bandana

• Jeans or blue work pants

• Red lipstick

Instructions:

1. Wear a denim shirt or jacket with jeans.

2. Roll up the sleeves to get that iconic "We Can Do It" look.

3. Tie the red bandana around your hair and apply red lipstick.

4. Pose flexing your arm for extra effect—simple yet empowering!

This costume is a tribute to the WWII cultural icon and is instantly recognizable. If you are a guy and want to be bold, Rick the Riveter might be just the ticket!

4. Ceiling Fan

What you need:

• Any shirt (plain or with team logo, doesn’t really matter)

• Cardboard or poster board

• Markers or paint

• String or safety pins

Instructions:

1. On the cardboard, cut out a simple megaphone or pom-pom shape (think cheerleader style) or just a speech bubble.

2. On it, write “Go Ceilings!” or “I ♥ Ceilings” (or “Ceiling Fan” with little painted pom-poms).

3. Attach that cardboard sign to your shirt (safety pins, tape, or string around your neck).

4. Walk around enthusiastically cheering, waving your arms, chanting “Go Ceilings!”

5. (Optional) Carry a little pom-pom or party noise-maker to emphasize your “fan” status.

Why it works: You are literally a “ceiling fan.” It’s punny, simple, and memorable.

5. Smarty Pants

What you need:

• A few packs of Smarties candies

• A pair of pants

• Tape or hot glue

Instructions:

1. Wear any pair of pants.

2. Tape or glue Smarties candies all over your pants.

You’ll literally be a “smarty pants,” and it’s super easy, right?

6. Blessing in Disguise

What you need:

• Any basic outfit

• Sunglasses, hat, or mask

• Angel wings or a halo

Instructions:

1. Wear an ordinary outfit, something casual.

2. Add a simple disguise, like sunglasses, a hat, or a mask.

3. To complete the look, wear angel wings or a halo.

This pun costume will make you a "blessing in disguise." Yes, you saw it here first. Guaranteed to be no place else!

7. 50 Shades of Grey

What you need:

• Grey clothing

• Paint samples (in various shades of grey)

• Tape

Instructions:

1. Wear any grey clothing you have, like a grey shirt and pants.

2. Tape various grey paint swatches all over your outfit.

This is an easy and funny take on the “50 Shades of Grey” theme! Home Depot here you come!

8. Tacky Tourist

What you need:

• Hawaiian shirt or any brightly patterned ugly shirt

• Sunglasses

• Fanny pack

• Camera with strap (optional)

• Flip-flops or sneakers

• Straw hat or visor

• Map or brochure

Instructions:

1. Wear a loud, colorful Hawaiian shirt with shorts and sneakers or flip-flops.

2. Add a fanny pack around your waist and sunglasses.

3. Carry a map or a brochure of a tourist destination.

4. To really sell the look, hang a camera around your neck or wear a straw hat.

   
   

   Bonus points.... white T-shirt underneath. It is what David Letterman would wear to guest host a show in Hawaii!

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