There are the people who start planning their Halloween costumes in July, and while we wish them and their scary-good 'fits well, this article is not for them. No, this is for those of us who want to dress up come October 31 but find it impossible to put together a costume more than a few days in advance. So, really, most of us.
Fortunately, TikTok is full of last-minute costume ideas that can be pulled off with items in your closet or an easy DIY. From throwback pop culture looks like Mia and Lilly from Princess Diaries and Mean Girls' Regina, Gretchen, Karen, and Cady to tried-and-true classics like a pirate or butterfly, the 14 TikTok-approved costumes ahead are ones you can pull together at the last minute (or very, very close to it).
Easy DIY Halloween Costume Ideas You Can Throw Together Quickly
Wednesday Addams
You really can't miss with pop culture's weirdest kid. Beyond the white collar shirt, all you need are braids and black everything. (via @kelzlooks)
Ballerina
If you have a few ballet basics lying around — think leotard, dance skirt, tights, and ballet shoes — you can easily throw this ballerina costume on and go. (via b1gbimbo)
Catwoman
Black bodysuit, black mask, and black cat ears — that's all you need to put together this Catwoman costume. (via @baileyspinn)
Butterfly
This is a perfect costume if you want your makeup to be the show and don't mind the easy DIY halloween costume itself being secondary — and it's a good excuse to try pink mascara. (via @madelineaford)
Moth
If a butterfly is too cutesy, have you considered being a moth? They have more fun anyway. (via @mamma_mia_00)
Mia and Lilly, Princess Diaries
Another '00s throwback, this Princess Diary costume is a great option if you're dressing up with a friend. (via @antonettepink)
Cinderella
Bust out the tiara and whatever light blue pieces you have to create a Cinderella look in a few minutes. Glass slippers (or slipper?) are optional. (via @baileyspinn)
Angela, Stranger Things
Embrace your inner '80s girl with this Stranger Things costume. (via @pixiedustedparty)
Ouija Board
Easy, fun, and very on brand for October 31, this Ouija Board costume will likely be the only one at the party. Let's just hope no ghosts actually want to chat! (via @sydneynicolegif)
Grapes
If you prefer to wear a sweatsuit for Halloween, you can. Cover it with purple balloons, and you'll be a bunch of grapes. (via @gwizzle_)
Pirate
A white dress, black fishnets and boots, a corset belt, and bandana add up to one super-cute pirate costume. (via @sweastyle)
Mean Girls
Great for foursomes, these Mean Girls looks are all about the short pleated skirts and fitted tops, preferably cropped. Oh, and pink. So much pink. (via @beelynmcdizzle)
Beekeeper
Warm, comfortable, and bee-proof (if that's important to you), this DIY costume can be put together the day of your party while looking like you spent weeks on it. (via @problemsolved)
Marie Antoinette
This Marie Antoinette is more Kirsten Dunst than the queen herself, but that just makes it more fun. (via @antonettepink)
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