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6 Basic But Cheap Halloween Costumes

Why buy a whole costume set when you can just stick with the basics?

Elise Bohning
Oct 24, 2016
University of Nebraska Omaha
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6 Basic But Cheap Halloween Costumes
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Halloween is coming up. And you know what that means...

IT'S #SPOOPY TIME!

I'm only half kidding. Anyway, it's that time of year again, with pumpkins, scary stuff, and tons candy. And one of the classic Halloween traditions is to dress up. But if you're a broke college kid like myself, you've got a tight budget. I mean, a real tight budget. So here's some costume ideas for those of you who are either too broke or too lazy to go out and buy a full blown costume set.

1. Ghost

Just buy a white sheet and cut out some eye holes. It's the one of the easiest halloween costumes ever.

2. Cat

All you need are some cat ears, all black clothes, and a touch of makeup. Easy peasy!

3. Angel

Get some white clothes, a makeshift halo, and a little set of wings. Throw some glitter in there, too. Life's too short to not have any glitter.

4. Devil


Can't have an angel without a devil! Get some red clothes (maybe some black in there, too), a pitchfork, and some horns, and you're ready to go.

5. Sports Fan

Chances are, if you don’t have a jersey lying around at home, you know someone who does. Get that, and some face paint, and it'll be just like you're headed to the game.

6. Witch

A classic look. Simply a long black dress and a witch hat. Throw in a broom if you're feeling adventurous.


There you have it, folks! My simple and basic list of simple and basic costumes for Halloween. If you're broke like me, go with one of these easy ideas. You really can't go wrong with the classics. Happy Halloween!

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