Between the hustle and bustle of daily life, planning for a Halloween costume is next to impossible for moms, especially if they have newborns or toddlers to look after. However, it doesn’t mean you have to forgo all the fun of dressing up during the spooky season. While you must have prepared your kid’s attire months back, you still have time to quickly transform into an interesting character come Halloween. You don’t need store-bought costumes to make this miracle happen when you can just reach into your closet and grab a few things to make it work, even if it is very last minute. Here are some last-minute Halloween costume ideas that every busy mom should have handy to enjoy dressing up during the spooky season.
Tetris Costume
This is an easy last-minute costume idea that any mom can try on Halloween. You simply need two things — a plain black dress or T-shirt and some Post-it notes. Paste the bright colored notes on your dress symmetrically or asymmetrically to resemble Tetris and you are ready to celebrate the day with your family. You can try this costume idea with your kids and partner as well and go for a Tetris family look.
‘Emily in Paris’ Costume
If you loved the “Emily in Paris” series on Netflix, especially her glamorous fits, it’s time to channel your inner Emily for Halloween. Pull out a black and white striped t-shirt and pair it with a red skirt and beret to be the fabulous character for a day. If you don’t have these, you can opt for a monochromatic or coordinated fit to replicate one of Emily’s chic ensembles.
Bank Robber Costume
Turn into a cute bandit with a black and white striped t-shirt, black leggings, and an eye mask. You can even carry a big bag full of whatever your heart desires for a dramatic effect. Store your kid’s wipes, water bottles, snacks, etc., in your bag if you have a toddler to accompany you on a heist.
Fitness Instructor
If you are a mom who loves her fitness routine, this last-minute Halloween costume idea is for you. Throw on your favorite pair of leggings and one of those fabulous jackets with the thumbholes in the sleeves to be an instructor for a day. Alternatively, you can add colorful socks and a swimsuit for the 80s vibe. A matching kiddo makes for an extra-cute touch.
Classic Witch
Every mom has that one LBD that she loves to flaunt on special occasions. Well, it’s time to turn your cute LBD into a witch costume this Halloween. This is one of the easiest last-minute costume ideas that does not need much preparation. Simply pair your outfit with black or red leggings and hold a broom to nail the look. You can also wear a witch’s hat to further elevate the look. Add a quick wart (made out of eyeliner) to your nose or some green eyeshadow on the cheeks to accentuate the witchy look. Also, don’t forget to use some fun magical spells to scare off unwanted people.
‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ Halloween Costume
You have to try this Halloween costume idea if you are a die-hard fan of Audrey Hepburn. As an ode to her timeless beauty and grace, try your hands at this last-minute Halloween costume which requires nothing more than a black sheath dress, black sunglasses, a French bun, some costume jewelry, and a tiara (you can easily borrow this from your daughter for a day). Voila, you are ready to channel your inner actress on Halloween.
Gauzy Ghosts DIY Halloween Costume
Turn into an adorable ghost with this last-minute Halloween costume. Wear a black outfit, then drape and pin a layer of cheesecloth over the dress along with a layer of distressed white gauze. You are now ready to spook others. To add more drama, you can paint your face white, circle your eyes with some dark eyeshadow (opt for black or blue for a theatrical effect), put on red lipstick, and get some bright red nail extensions.
Raining Men Costume
Put your printer to work and print photos of your favorite Hollywood heartthrobs (you can also include your husband’s pic) and paste them on your go-to rainy-day gear. This last-minute Halloween costume idea is fun and screams raining men (literally).
Mary Poppins
It doesn’t get any cuter than a full-on Mary Poppins getup, especially when you put it together using pieces from your closet. Look for some inspiration on the internet, and mix and match the pieces accordingly for a stunning last-minute Halloween costume.
Cruella de Vil
If you don’t have red leather gloves and a white fur coat in your closet, you can still pull off this look with just a black dress and the dramatic hairdo that is quintessential to this costume. A little bit of drugstore spray-on hair color goes a long way. Grab a stuffed Dalmatian from your kiddos’ toy chest to add some flair to your Halloween costume. However, beware, some of your neighborhood kids might just start crying after one look because Cruella de Vil is the stuff of nightmares for any child who has watched “101 Dalmatians.”
Crazy Cat Lady
If you love cats, you need to try this last-minute Halloween costume idea, which is fun and easy to implement. Grab an old bathrobe and tape a few cardboard cats on it to pull off this easily recognizable and hilarious look. If you have a super calm cat, hold them in your arms when kids come knocking at your door for trick-or-treating. Your feline friend will drive the point across that you are dressed as the neighborhood’s crazy cat lady.
Pink Shirt Girl Emoji DIY Halloween Costume
This is hands down the easiest and simplest last-minute Halloween costume idea. Just wear a pink shirt or top, strike a pose similar to an emoji, and you are done. You can also wear a yellow T-shirt to make various other emojis.
So, mamas, based on what you have in your closet and how much time you can spare to get dressed, shortlist some of these last-minute Halloween costume ideas from the list for a stress-free spooky season celebration. Do let us know what you went with for trick-or-treat day in the comments section below.
