October 27, 2011

Halloween: Flashback - Looks That Insipire

As you know, I love Halloween. However, paying a lot of money for a costume is never an appealing option. Frugality has forced me to be very, very creative.

I've compiled some costumes from prior years for those of you feeling uninspired. I used things in my closet, borrowed from friends, created pieces, and bought some extra accessories to "make it work." I would venture that I haven't spent more than $20 on a costume for the past several years. Feel free to make your own version of the costumes below!

Check out my first 2011 Halloween look here!


UP - Russell
Shirt:  Borrowed from a Boy Scout
Shorts:  Bullhead shorts, Pac Sun
Sash:  Borrowed from a Boy Scout
Socks:  Borrowed from a Boy Scout
Boots:  Doc Martins
Belt:  Gap
Hat:  Borrowed
Neckerchief:  Jo-Ann Fabrics ($2)
Flag:  Orange card stock (printed "Wilderness Explorers" logo), wooden dowel - Jo-Ann Fabrics ($4)
Balloons:  Party City ($5)



Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone - Harry Potter
Cape:  Loft 
Glasses:  Hot Topic
Tie:  Museum of Science & Industry
Shirt:  Gap
Pants:  Express


The Incredibles - Violet
Shirt:  Gap (I printed the "Incredibles" logo and taped it to my shirt)
Shorts:  H&M
Mask:  Halloween store
Gloves:  Halloween store
Belt:  Laminated construction paper with Velcro
Shoes:  Erynne in Black Suede, Nine West | shop
*Other friends pictured:  Little Miss Muffet, Reno 911! - Officer Dangle (Will), 70s Boho-chic lady


SNL Spartan Cheerleader - The Spartan (Cheri Oteri)
Shirt:  Walmart, $10
Shirt decoration:  Black, White and Red Felt Fabric Jo-Ann Fabrics
Skirt:  Jo-Ann Fabrics 
Tights:  Wet Seal

4 comments:

  1. These are the coolest costumes especially given your creativity in pulling them together!

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  2. These costumes are so creative and you look the part for each and every one! This year I won't be dressing up, I am slightly bummed....

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  3. @Audrey@ Putting Me Together - :) So glad you enjoyed!
    @Economy of Style - thank you! Halloween is the best and so fun.
    @Bravoe Runway - thank you and I'm also bummed that you aren't dressing up, but you rocked Halloween colors :).

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