When it comes to Halloween, people tend to fall into two camps: those who meticulously plan their costumes weeks in advance and those who rummage through their wardrobes for something that'll do. For the latter group, the solution is simple: look no further than the back of your wardrobe.
For a last-minute party invitation, a costume that riffs on current events can be just as effective as one that's been months in the making. It's a kind of inside joke with the fashion world, giving the impression that you've put thought into your outfit without actually having to do any work.
A group of thieves who broke into the Louvre recently got away with £76m worth of jewels while wearing security vests – an idea so straightforward, it's become a viable costume option. Pop on some high-visibility gear and pile on as much bling as you've got lying around; if you're feeling fancy, add a tiara from your hen party.
Claudia Winkleman has made fingerless gloves her signature style for the reality TV show Traitors, and DIY-ing them by snipping off the fingers of an old pair is a simple hack. Add some eyeliner for a finishing touch.
For those who love flowers – Jeremy Allen White, we're looking at you – having a giant bouquet on hand can be just as impressive as anything from a florist's shop. Create your own hand-tied bouquets with carnations from the local petrol station and voila; you've got a show-stopping costume.
Finally, for those who want to channel their inner K-pop star without breaking the bank or actually doing any exercise – wrap yourself in a sleeping bag and call it Mira from Demon Hunters. If that's good enough for the Met Gala, it's good enough for your living room party.
For a last-minute party invitation, a costume that riffs on current events can be just as effective as one that's been months in the making. It's a kind of inside joke with the fashion world, giving the impression that you've put thought into your outfit without actually having to do any work.
A group of thieves who broke into the Louvre recently got away with £76m worth of jewels while wearing security vests – an idea so straightforward, it's become a viable costume option. Pop on some high-visibility gear and pile on as much bling as you've got lying around; if you're feeling fancy, add a tiara from your hen party.
Claudia Winkleman has made fingerless gloves her signature style for the reality TV show Traitors, and DIY-ing them by snipping off the fingers of an old pair is a simple hack. Add some eyeliner for a finishing touch.
For those who love flowers – Jeremy Allen White, we're looking at you – having a giant bouquet on hand can be just as impressive as anything from a florist's shop. Create your own hand-tied bouquets with carnations from the local petrol station and voila; you've got a show-stopping costume.
Finally, for those who want to channel their inner K-pop star without breaking the bank or actually doing any exercise – wrap yourself in a sleeping bag and call it Mira from Demon Hunters. If that's good enough for the Met Gala, it's good enough for your living room party.
! I remember my mate Emma once wore a "I'm with stupid" t-shirt to a costume party and totally rocked it 
. And now, who needs fancy DIY when you can just raid the back of your wardrobe or steal from the Louvre? 
Those thieves were totally on point with their high-vis vests and tiaras! 
I mean, if K-pop star Mira from Demon Hunters can pull off a sleeping bag look at the Met Gala, surely we can too 
. And can you imagine Claudia Winkleman's fingerless gloves? Genius hack, girl! 
The DIY approach is where it's at for me. I mean, I once made my own DIY sunglasses by gluing some random shades to a pair of wire frames... let's just say they didn't win any awards but they were definitely memorable 
. And florals? Get some carnations from 7-11 & make a bouquet 2 impress ur friends 
. I mean, security vests & tiaras r cool & all, but let's try 2 elevate the game a bit more 
. K-pop costume tho... sleeping bag 4 days straight? Girl, that's some dedication 
... like, what happened to people actually putting in some effort and creativity? But at the same time, can you blame them? Planning a costume from scratch is just so stressful 
... especially when it comes down to something as finicky as DIY-ing fingerless gloves (Claudia Winkleman's signature look? more like Claudia Winkleman's signature stress 
).
... I mean, come on, Mira from Demon Hunters? That's some next-level procrastination right there 
. Just please, don't be that person who shows up in a security vest full of stolen jewels... that's just not cool 
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My kid would never do that, they'd spend hours agonizing over what to wear and then actually go through with it. And don't even get me started on people who use thieves as an excuse for their lazy costumes... security vests and a tiara? Give me a break 
, I mean who needs fancy costumes when you can just rock some security gear and call it a day? It's all about having fun and not taking yourself too seriously, am I right? 
! like those thieves at the Louvre who rocked up in security vests - genius? i mean who needs fancy designs when u can just go all utility chic and make a statement 
. and honestly, who says you need a giant bouquet to be stylish? those hand-tied carnations from the petrol station are literally the ultimate party hack 
. But, gotta say, some of these suggestions are a bit... lazy 
Or a handmade bouquet of random flowers 
I mean, who needs to spend hours perfecting a look when you can just rep some current events? 
Who says you need to be a florist to have a show-stopper? 
"Wrapped in K-pop and ready to party!" 
. And I'm dying over the DIY fingerless gloves hack – snipping off fingers from an old pair of gloves? Mind. Blown. 
. Wrapping yourself in a sleeping bag for the K-pop star look? That's just pure comedy gold 
. Can't wait to try these out at my next party! 
And DIY-ing fingerless gloves from old clothes is literally the easiest hack ever! 
And if all else fails, just throw on a sleepin' bag and call yourself Mira from Demon Hunters... lol I mean, if it works for the Met Gala, it should def work for any party 
. I mean, it's fun to get creative, but sometimes I feel like you're just phoning it in. those thieves at the Louvre were straight-up stealing from a museum, that's not a fashion statement 
. but hey, if you're goin' for a 'I just threw this on' vibe, I guess it can work?