Halloween is just around the corner, and if you find yourself scrambling for a costume at the last minute, don't worry! There are plenty of creative, fun, and easy-to-put-together costumes that you can make with items you probably already have at home or can quickly grab from a nearby store. Here are the top 10 last-minute Halloween costume ideas for adults, complete with detailed instructions and tips to ensure you look fantastic without the stress.
1. Bubble Tea Costume
Materials Needed:
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Beige or light brown dress or shirt and pants
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Black felt or construction paper
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Clear umbrella
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Large black pom-poms or foam balls
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Hot glue gun
Instructions:
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Cut out large circles from the black felt or construction paper to represent the tapioca pearls.
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Attach the circles to the beige dress or shirt using a hot glue gun.
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For the bubble tea "straw," open the clear umbrella and attach a few black pom-poms or foam balls inside the umbrella to mimic the tapioca pearls floating in the drink.
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Carry the umbrella with you to complete the look.
This costume is not only adorable but also a great conversation starter at any Halloween party.
2. 'Supermarket Sweep' Contestant Costume
Materials Needed:
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Athletic wear (sweatshirt, sweatpants, or shorts)
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Sneakers
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Fake money or grocery coupons
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Shopping cart (optional)
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Name tag
Instructions:
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Dress in athletic wear to resemble a contestant ready to dash through the supermarket.
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Print out or create fake money or grocery coupons to carry with you.
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If you have access to a small shopping cart, decorate it with grocery items or more fake money.
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Add a name tag with a fun contestant name to complete the look.
This nostalgic costume is easy to put together and sure to bring back memories for fans of the classic game show.
3. Mad Scientist Costume
Materials Needed:
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White lab coat
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Crazy wig (optional)
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Yellow dish gloves
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Safety goggles
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Beakers or test tubes (optional)
Instructions:
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Put on the white lab coat and yellow dish gloves.
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Add a crazy wig if you have one, or simply mess up your hair for a wild look.
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Wear safety goggles to protect your "experiments."
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Carry beakers or test tubes filled with colored water for an extra touch.
This costume is simple yet effective, and you can easily find most of the items around your house or at a local store.
4. Lumberjack Costume
Materials Needed:
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Flannel shirt
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Jeans
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Beanie
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Toy ax
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Boots
Instructions:
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Wear a flannel shirt and jeans for the classic lumberjack look.
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Add a beanie and boots to complete the outfit.
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Carry a toy ax for an authentic touch.
This costume is both comfortable and easy to assemble, making it a great last-minute option.
5. Mary Poppins Costume
Materials Needed:
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White button-down shirt
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Black skirt
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Black hat
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Umbrella
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Large bag
Instructions:
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Pair the white button-down shirt with the black skirt.
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Add a black hat and carry an umbrella.
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Use a large bag to mimic Mary Poppins' famous carpet bag.
This costume is practically perfect in every way and can be put together with items you likely already own.
6. Mummy Costume
Materials Needed:
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White fabric or old sheets
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Tea bags (optional)
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Safety pins
Instructions:
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Cut the white fabric or old sheets into long strips.
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If you want a more aged look, soak the strips in tea and let them dry.
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Wrap the strips around your body, securing them with safety pins as needed.
This classic costume is spooky and easy to create with minimal materials.
7. '80s Exerciser Costume
Materials Needed:
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Brightly colored leotard or workout clothes
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Leg warmers
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Sweatbands
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Sneakers
Instructions:
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Dress in brightly colored workout clothes or a leotard.
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Add leg warmers and sweatbands for an authentic '80s look.
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Wear sneakers to complete the outfit.
This costume is fun and vibrant, perfect for an energetic Halloween party.
8. Scarecrow Costume
Materials Needed:
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Plaid shirt
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Overalls or jeans
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Straw hat
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Face paint
Instructions:
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Wear a plaid shirt and overalls or jeans.
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Add a straw hat to complete the scarecrow look.
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Use face paint to draw patches and stitches on your face.
This costume is both cute and easy to assemble, making it a great last-minute choice.
9. Mario and Luigi Costume
Materials Needed:
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Red or green shirt
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Overalls
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Red or green hat
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White gloves
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Fake mustache
Instructions:
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Choose to be either Mario (red) or Luigi (green).
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Wear the corresponding colored shirt and hat.
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Put on overalls and white gloves.
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Add a fake mustache to complete the look.
This costume is perfect for duos and is easily recognizable.
10. Wednesday Addams Costume
Materials Needed:
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Black dress with white collar
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Black tights
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Black shoes
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Black wig (optional)
Instructions:
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Wear a black dress with a white collar.
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Add black tights and black shoes.
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If you don't have black hair, use a black wig or temporary hair dye.
This costume is simple yet iconic, perfect for fans of *The Addams Family*.
These last-minute Halloween costume ideas are not only easy to put together but also creative and fun. Whether you're heading to a party, trick-or-treating, or just celebrating at home, these costumes will ensure you look great without the stress. Happy Halloween!
