How To Pivot To The Freelance Career Of Your Dreams

Whether you took part in this year's "Summer of Quitting" mass exodus from corporate workplaces and are wondering what's next, or if you spend your spare time daydreaming about being your own boss, we've got the ultimate guide to help you get clear on your professional future.

Today, we're rolling out our Freelance 101 video course you can take for free — taught by trusted financial expert and entrepreneur-extraordinaire, Nicole Lapin. Together with Lili, a banking service created specifically with freelancers in mind, we crafted a simple curriculum to break down the ins and outs of freelancing.

In this course, you'll learn to:

1) Find clarity on your product or service you want to offer to the world

2) The financial information you need to set fair rates and get paid

3) A full guide on what you need to know to properly manage your finances, including a step-by-step equation to help you estimate your tax liability and a quick demo on how the Lili app can help you reduce headaches and increase tax refunds

4) How to find and maintain new client relationships

5) Set boundaries to achieve balance in your work and personal lives and protect your mental health

It's a must-watch for anyone thinking about going it alone and riding solo in their career — so hop to it, take some notes, and feel empowered taking the next step toward building the freelance career of your dreams. And if you're already a freelancer or plan to become one soon, be sure to open a Lili account so you can have all of your finance needs covered in one handy place.

Ever dream of globetrotting the world while getting paid? That's not a rhetorical question. Now you can turn your wanderlust into real cash with Ramada by Wyndham. The global hotel brand is on the hunt for its next "CEO," AKA Chief Eats Officer, a dream role for anyone who loves food and travel and well, a paycheck. One lucky adventurer will be paid $15,000 to travel to Ramada’s most coveted destinations, curate a list of must-eats, and share their travel highlights on social media. Learn how to enter below!

Decameron Club Caribbean Runaway Bay, Ramada Jamaica

From Thailand to Turkey and Seoul to Santa Barbara, the CEO trip will include up to seven global destinations in a three-week itinerary next spring. With hotels in 75 countries around the world, Ramada by Wyndham is perfect for travelers looking for that bucket-list experience!

Hunan, China, Ramada by Wyndham Chenzhou Dongjiang Lake

For a chance to be the next “CEO,” travel and food enthusiasts can visit Ramada.com/CEO by October 22 and submit a short, 1-3 minute video through TikTok (tag @RamadabyWyndham, #RamadaCEO) or email makemeceo@ramada.com that shows your passion for travel and discovering amazing eats.

Prize Details:

  • $15,000 reward, including a $10,000 travel stipend to cover airfare and travel expenses, plus $5,000 cash
  • Paid hotel accommodations for up to 21 nights at Ramada properties around the world
  • A Wyndham Rewards® Diamond membership for one year

Ramada Resort by Wyndham, Bodrum, Türkiye

How to Apply

To apply, post a public video on TikTok explaining why you are the best candidate for the job, tagging @RamadabyWyndham, using the hashtag #RamadaCEO, and following @RamadabyWyndham on TikTok.

Your TikTok account must be publicly viewable for the duration of the contest (through November 2024). Alternatively, you can email your video submission to makemeceo@ramada.com.

All video submissions must be between one and three minutes in length and should include your country of residence.

If applying via email, be sure to provide the handles for your active and public personal social media accounts.

All entries must be submitted and received by 11:59 p.m. ET on October 22, 2024.

Additional Qualifications Include:

  • Applicants must be a legal resident of the 50 United States or Canada (excluding Quebec).
  • Availability to travel for up to three weeks between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025.
  • Active and proficient on various social media platforms (TikTok and Instagram preferred).
  • At least 21 years old with a valid passport through December 2025.
  • Self-confessed travel lover and foodie.
  • Comfortable working remotely and on deadline.

Ramada by Wyndham will select the winning CEO on or around the week of November 14, 2024. No purchase is necessary to enter. For more details, including official rules, visit www.ramada.com/ceo. Good luck!

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Though often overlooked, one of life’s little luxuries is a dang good body wash. In the same way I shop for face cleansers that don’t strip my skin of its natural moisture (but still leaves it feelin’ fresh and clean), I’ve found the best body wash is one that’s undeniably moisturizing. Body washes with moisturizing and hydrating properties are great fits for any and all skin types – hydration is essential for preventing dryness, supplementing the skin’s elasticity, and strengthening the skin barrier – essentially giving your skin the best line of defense against accelerated signs of aging, environmental damage, and breakouts.

These are the best moisturizing body washes to banish dryness:

What body wash should I use for dry skin?

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Any hydrating body wash with a creamy or oily consistency can be beneficial for dry skin, helping deposit more moisture during the cleansing process without disturbing your skin’s barrier. We recommend Naturium’s The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash, which boasts a nourishing oil-to-lather formula. If you have dry, flaky skin, it also may be best to avoid body washes that have fragrances as they can dry you out even more. Gentle, fragrance-free body washes like Aveeno’s Triple Oat Skin Relief Body Wash are typically a safe, soothing choice.

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Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash

I personally used this body wash from Dove all throughout my high school years, where every single skincare concern I had on my face suddenly migrated to my body. I'm talkin' cystic acne, blackheads, and flaky patches. It was notenjoyable. While this body wash wasn't an immediate fix for what my extremely hormonal teenage skin was going through, it certainly helped soothe the intense dryness and didn't aggravate the other various issues at all. I can attest that it's definitely friendly for sensitive skin-havers! Plus, at $10 for around 30 fluid ounces of product, it's also easy on the wallet.

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Method Simply Nourish Body Wash

I was on a good Method body wash stint for a while and probably kept this $8 bottle on rotation for about a years worth of showers. I'd be lying if I said I loved it for its moisturizing qualities only – this body wash also smells like pure heaven, which really adds to the experience of using it. It boasts a nice balance of coconut, rice milk, and shea butter, which work for your skin, not against it. Just a warning though: the fragrance may be a bit harsh for those with especially sensitive skin.

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SheaMoisture Raw Shea Butter Body Wash

First, I fell in love with SheaMoisture's Smoothie Curl Enhancing Cream. Then, their body wash came along – it's only made my love for the brand grow, especially because it's given me undeniably nourished skin every time I hop out of the shower. According to SheaMoisture, this $12 pick is formulated to leave melanin-rich skin "visibly moisturized." I don't have melanin-rich skin by any means, but I still feel super moisturized after using this body wash, likely from the rich blend of shea butter, frankincense, myrrh, and ceramides in its formula.

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Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Hydrating Body Wash

This $15 oil-to-cream body wash is the epitome of treat yourself. I really like that the bottle design can instantly upgrade to your shower set up, making every self-care night that much more luxurious. Not only does it look beautiful, it feels beautiful, too. This moisturizing body wash is made with glycerin, squalene, and a variety of rich oils that help replenish your skin's natural moisture and add even more nourishment with each use.

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Soft Services Comfort Cleanse Ultra-Soothing + Moisturizing Body Wash

This $32 water-oil body wash formula lathers up just enough to lift and wash away impurities on your skin without being super harsh or amplifying dry skin woes. In fact, 100% of users in a product study agreed it was non-irritating for skin, and 91% of them said their skin felt more moisturized and comfortable over time – and I agree! To combat the noticeably-dry skin on my legs this fall, I've been using it routinely alongside Soft Services' Green Banana Buffing Bar and love how soft and supple my skin feels post-shower.

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In our Take 5 series, sponsored by Verizon, we ask women in business about unexpected challenges, their inspirations, recent wins, and how the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program has helped propel their business forward. Here, we meet Rita Suzanne, a marketing strategist for health and wellness businesses who learned to network, connect with other entrepreneurs, and build her business online and IRL.

What's an unexpected business challenge that you've had to face and how did you overcome it?

The hardest thing for me was my sister passed away and I ended up taking custody of my nieces. I ended up being a single mom of four kids. This is the thing that transitioned my whole entire life. I stopped doing web design and started my podcast Mom Owned and Operated. I wanted to reconnect with other moms and figure out how they were able to run their businesses and raise a family and take care of themselves because I wasn't able to do all three at the same time. Through that journey, I realized that I really needed to connect with other people and how important it was for my business. It helped me to create that community that I was yearning for that I didn't realize that I needed.

What's a recent small win for your business?

For me, the win was just pivoting back to something that I actually wanted to do. Also, I’ve started to say no to things that I no longer want to do.

Who is a woman in business that you look up to and why?

I have always admired and looked up to Amy Porterfield [author of Two Weeks Notice]. I listened to her all the time when I was starting out. I think that she's amazing and I love her stuff. She just seems like a very genuine person.

Is there a resource that has made an impact on you as an entrepreneur?

I listen to a lot of audio books. One of my favorites that has been huge for me is You Are A Badass by Jen Sincero. I was told when I first started my business, by a friend who was a business coach, that I have a mindset problem. Ten years ago, I had no idea even what “mindset” was. Sincero’s book helped me to see what she meant by “mindset” and helped me adjust that mindset and fix some of the things that I didn't realize were broken.

How has the Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program helped propel your business forward?

There are a lot of things that I have loved about it. There are local networking and training opportunities, and that has been great, and the online training is very valuable. It's a great resource. I find that marketing needs a three-tiered approach, meaning you need to network it locally, socially, and then also have a very comprehensive online approach to your marketing. One of the Verizon Small Business trainings that I took was all about taking advantage of your local resources. I found that to be extremely valuable because often people think they need to just focus on social media. I don't think that people focus enough on their local community.

Learn more about the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready Program and Rita Suzanne.

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Looking for the perfect group Halloween costume idea or a theme for your Halloween gathering this year? Since Halloween is our jam, we went ahead and did all the idea hunting for you. Scroll on for our ultimate guide to easy Halloween costumes. The best part? You can DIY any of these 80 unique group Halloween costume ideas.

Perfect for the family Halloween party, or a girls' night out, these group halloween costumes will make you stand out from the crowd in the best way possible. You can incorporate your BFF, partner, and even your dogs! Sounds like this is going to be the best Halloween ever — especially when you have a spooky Halloween cocktail in hand.

Disney Princesses Costumes

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We couldn't leave this obvious group costume idea out of the mix. Whether you go sexy or sweet, it's always a good fallback. You'll love to twirl your skirts and sing your songs! (via Brit + Co)

Nevermore Students From 'Wednesday'

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Get all your friends together and dress as Wednesday, Enid, and the gang from Nevermore! You don't have to dye your hair rainbow colors, but we also would totally respect you if you did.

Top Gun Group Halloween Costume

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Whether you're dressing up with your family or your friend group, this 80s Halloween costume is so easy (not to mention it's very comfortable). Don't forget your mustaches! (via Brit + Co)

Daisy Jones & The Six

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Rock out with a costume inspired by one of the best new TV shows this year. There's a very good chance you can find crochet, leather, and suede pieces in your local thrift store — or you can just ask your parents. 👀

Minions

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The base of this costume is really simple — jean shorteralls, a long-sleeve yellow shirt, tall yellow socks, a yellow beanie, black gloves, and preferably black sneakers. (via Brit + Co)

Fanta Girl Costumes

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Have white go-go boots, will costume partayyy! (via Brit + Co)

Deadpool Group Halloween Costume

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After you rewatch Deadpool & Wolverine (again), kick some butt with a Deadpool group Halloween costume. Unfortunately, Ryan Reynolds is not included. (via Brit + Co)

La Croix Halloween Costume

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Do you love this sparkly bev to death? Grab your girls (and boy) and create the ultimate cast with your fave flaves. Start your DIY with this hamper. (via Brit + Co)

Fruit Salad Costumes

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Pick your fruit and get your DIY on with this easy and customizable group costume. (via Brit + Co)

Grease Group Costume Idea

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Rydell High never looked so good. (via Brit + Co)

Max and The Wild Things Costumes

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Rumpus Rumpus Rumpus is how you get the party started. (via Brit + Co)

Finding Dory

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Dress the whole fam in your fave marine creature cast! Dory, Hank, and Nemo FTW! (via Brit + Co)

Gilmore Girls ​Group Costumes

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Who’s the Lorelai to your Rory? Choose carefully and then pick your main men too. (via Brit + Co)

The Breakfast Club Costumes

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Feel all the feels of the OG emotionally tormented high schoolers. (via Brit + Co)

Sushi Costumes

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Wasabi you waiting for?! (via Brit + Co)

Game of Thrones Costumes

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Watch your head if you and your friends decide to dress up as this crazy cast of characters. You're gonna need a foam sword and faux fur to pull these looks off. (via Brit + Co)

Hocus Pocus Costumes

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What's better than a wicked AF sisterhood?! Don't forget the brooms. (via Brit + Co)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Costumes

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Cowabunga! Throw together green tights, turtleneck leotards, and spray-painted shells with a pair of gladiator sandals. Then celebrate this awesome costume's success with plenty of pizza after a night of trick or treating. (via Brit + Co)

Asteroid City

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Wes Anderson's latest tale revolves around something the whole world is talking about: aliens. Whether you decide to go as an extraterrestrial or go all-out with teal and orange outfits, this is one group Halloween costume that is instantly recognizable.

Royal Wedding

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Put your best fascinator forward and do your best impression of the royal fam. (via Brit + Co)

Gangnam Style Costumes

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Grab your sexy ladies and get ready to op-op-op-op-oppa Gangnam style. Make sure you all perfect your gallop shimmy before hitting the dance floor. (via Brit + Co)

Spice Girl Costumes

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How punny is this costume? Pick your favorite spice, grab a cheap white tee, and get ready to DIY a perfect ’90s throwback look. (via Brit + Co)

Spice Girls (For Real)

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These 2000s costumes are so easy to replicate — you probably already have a lot of the items in your closet already! Grab your closest girlfriends to be every Spice Girl or go stag with our awesome Ginger Spice redhead Halloween costume. (via Brit + Co)

Miley Cyrus and Crew Costumes

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This is one of our favorite throwback ideas for incorporating some pop culture into your Halloween. And it gets bonus points for being a perfect choice for soon-to-be moms who still want to dress up with their gals. (via Brit + Co)

Pokemon Costumes

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The gang's all here — let's catch 'em all. (via Brit + Co)

Stranger Things Group Halloween Costume​​​

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Dress your whole posse as this amazing cast just in time to celebrate Halloween — and Stranger Things 5. (via Brit + Co)

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Bring the drama this Halloween by wearing some pretty iconic uniforms. Boots or ballet flats will definitely be the most comfortable, but feel free to go all-out with heels if you're feeling it!

Wonder Woman and the Amazons Costumes

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Because, girl power, obvi. (via Brit + Co)

Brunch Costumes

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Babes who brunch together, stay together — on Sundays and Halloween days! (via Brit + Co)

The Hills Costumes

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Remember MTV? We sure do. Take it back to simpler times with this easy-to-throw-together and conveniently co-ed costume. (via Brit + Co)

Ghostbusters Costumes

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After the girl-power and Gen-Z remakes of Ghostbusters, we knew this DIY costume tutorial was a must. Grab your besties and spend a night in DIYing your group Halloween costume. You’ll never believe it, but the secret behind this look is Tupperware containers. (via Brit + Co)

“Bad Blood” Costumes

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Get ready for some bad blood with all those envious people attending the Halloween party that aren’t involved in this warrior women getup. (via Brit + Co)

Inside Out Costumes

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After sobbing our way through Inside Out 2, we're feeling all kinds of emotions about this Pixar film-inspired group look. (via Brit + Co)

Saved by the Bell Costumes

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Channel your inner Slater, Kelly, Zach, and Jessie with some sweet threads straight out of the late '80s. Just don't forget the old-school cell phone with an antenna bigger than your head. (via Brit + Co)

Barbies And Kens

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Come on Barbie, let's go party! Grab your closest pals to dress up as 2023's most iconic toys-turned-humans. Take a hint from the viral set pictures or use the Barbie movie character posters as inspiration. (via Brit + Co)

Mean Girls Costumes

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Get nostalgic with this early era Lohan-inspired squad costume. Unleash your inner mean girl if you dare! (via Brit + Co)

The Pogues

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This is a great costume because it uses up pieces that you will definitely wear again! (It's also great for anyone who lives somewhere that's always warm). The key to a recognizable Outer Banks costume? John B's backwards hat-and-bandana combo, the girls' layered necklaces, and lots of bracelets.

Fab 5 Gymnasts Costumes

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This get-up is bound to take the costume contest gold. This Olympics group costume also a much-needed excuse to wear sweatpants to all of your outdoor Halloween parties. Swap a few details and you can be 2024's Team USA, the Golden Girls, too! (via Brit + Co)

Barbara, Adam, Lydia, and Beetlejuice Costumes

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This is a totally family-friendly theme as well, but you can make it what you want as long as you have someone willing to wear a large red crinoline dress. (via Brit + Co)

Baywatch Costumes

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Or is it Bae watch? Love the sexy swimsuit. (via Brit + Co)

Taylor Swift and Her Group Girl Halloween Costumes

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Taylor Swift and Her Group Girl Halloween Costume. This costume is sure to turn heads. (via Brit + Co)

DC vs. Marvel Costumes

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Unite the gang with a superhero theme. Instead of sticking to either DC or Marvel, have them pick their fave heroes and go from there. (via Brit + Co)

Grand Budapest Hotel Costumes

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You and your friends can relive all the adventures of M. Gustave and Zero… well, maybe not all of them if you don’t have access to a train, but still. (via Brit + Co)

Landmark Cities Costumes

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You see London, you see France, you see Lady Liberty’s underpants. (via Brit + Co)

Handmaids Tale Costumes

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Not digging the lingerie costumes? Wear a giant red cape and dress modestly with a bonnet for this Handmaid's Tale look. (via Brit + Co)

Riverdale Group Halloween Costume

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We might have said goodbye to Riverdale, but the show's iconic looks will always make great Halloween costumes. (via Brit + Co)

Wet Hot American Summer Costumes

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What do you want to bet you and your friends own everything you need to pull this one off together?(via Brit + Co)

Taylor Swift's "I Can See You" Music Video

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You can't go wrong with a good Taylor Swift halloween costume and "I Can See You" is a super fun pick for anyone who loves spies — and Speak Now (Taylor's Version), of course.

David S. PumpkinsCostumes

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You’re going to be dancing it up anyways, might as well have a schtick going while you do. (via Brit + Co)

The Simple Life Costumes

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Have you ever wanted to do an early 2000s costume so badly?! The real question is, who will dress as Tink? (via Brit + Co)

GLOW Costumes

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These ladies are kicking ass and taking names. Not unlike your gang of fearless babes trying to get into the club before cover charges are in effect. (via Brit + Co)

Guardians of the Galaxy Costumes

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Consider this Guardians of the Galaxy the perfect getup for the whole crew — kids included. (via Brit + Co)

Labyrinth Costumes

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If you’re not living your ’80s movie fantasies, are you even living? (via Brit + Co)

Millennial Pink Costumes

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You don't actually need a character-based theme to go as a group. Pick any color and roll with it. (via Brit + Co)

Taylor Swift’s Boyfriends Costumes

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No one really needs to dress up for this; you just need access to a printer and some popsicle sticks. (via Brit + Co)

The Circus Costumes

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Come one, come all! Step on up to the circus! (via Brit + Co)

Harry Potter and the Squad Costumes

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How hard can it be to add a Ron into the mix? (via Brit + Co)

Jellyfish Group Halloween Costumes

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While others are going as mermaids (and are likely freezing while waiting in line at the club), you should go as a pod of voluminous squishies! (via Brit + Co)

Herd of Unicorns Costumes

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Amazon Prime was meant for this. Order as many beige onesies as you can, and start making beautiful tails and manes. (via Brit + Co)

Sriracha and Tacos Funny Halloween Group Costume

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Try lining up a bottle of Corona, a lime wedge, and an avocado. (via Brit + Co)

Family of Frappes Costumes

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Not only do you get to live your dream as a frappucino, but you also have a great place to hide your phone and purse. (via Brit + Co)

Princess Peach, Toad et all Costumes

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The question is, where will you find a raccoon tail for the Super Mario costume? (via Brit + Co)

Rainbow and Ray of Sun Costumes

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All you need are multiple rays of sunshine, maybe a bird, or a tree, and suddenly you’re a sunny afternoon. (via Brit + Co)

Snack Time Costumes

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Going as “sexy anything” is so 2005. Keep it fresh with your fave treats. (via Brit + Co)

Toy Story Costumes

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There’s a flask in your boot?! Well played. (via Brit + Co)

Trolls Costumes

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No, you don’t all have to wear beige bodycon dresses. A wig with your gemstone belly button is all you need. (via Brit + Co)

The Lion King Costumes

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All you need is Timon, Pumba, and Nala, and you’re in business. (via Brit + Co)

Pool Floats Costumes

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This look will be back by popular demand this year, so make sure you get your supplies lined-up ASAP. (via Studio DIY)

Matryoshka Dolls Costumes

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Your love of peasant tops has finally paid off. Make sure you line-up from tallest to shortest for group shots. (via The House That Lars Built)

Pinocchio and the Gang Costumes

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Lying is not a necessary part of this group outfit, but if you fib about your connection to the bartender to get into a party — does it really matter? (via A Beautiful Mess)

Ocean's 8 Group Halloween Costume

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Is Ocean's 8 one of our all-time favorite movies? Yes. Does it make for the most badass Halloween costume? Also yes. You're gonna want to bookmark this one! (via Brit + Co)

Group of Hippies Costumes

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Dig deep into your closet (or your mom’s) and pull together a look worth of Woodstock groupies. (via The House That Lars Built)

Peter Pan and the Lost Boys Funny Group Halloween Costume

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You can essentially wear your PJs out and about. What’s not to love? (via A Beautiful Mess)

Lisa Frank CharacterCostumes

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Live 👏 your 👏 best 👏 life 👏 with 👏 Lisa and the gang. (via Studio DIY)

The Golden Girls Costumes

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Let’s give credit where it’s due: Blanche, Rose, Dorothy, and Sophia were the originators of #squadgoals. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Hot Dog + Condiments Costumes

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Why not go as everyone’s fave ballpark treat? (via Studio DIY)

Tina + Jimmy Jr. Costumes

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A character from Bob’s Burgers will never not be a perfect choice. Who wants to wear the pink bunny ears hat? (via Aww Sam)

Artwork Costumes

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Still struggling with how you can bring several people together for a cohesive scene? Recreate your fave tableau. Only true art fans may “get it,” though. (via The House That Lars Built)

Pantone Chips Costumes

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Tell everyone to come dressed head to toe in one color, and for true commitment, use a marker for the “PANTONE” part. (via Sugar & Cloth)

Citrus Slices Costumes

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This only really works with a few key colors, but hey — flaunt it if you’ve got it. (via Studio DIY)

Goldilocks and the Three Bears Costumes

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Why yes! Your overly hairy friends can totally partake in a group look. (via A Beautiful Mess)

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We've been giving lots of love to the ladies and kiddos for this year's Halloween costume prep. But now, it's *all* about the dudes. These creative DIY costumes will up your spooky game and leave you feeling super creative. Into video games? Check. Throwbacks? We've got you covered. How about pop culture faves? Yup, those are on here too. Scroll on and take your pick from these 22 creative costumes that anyone can DIY for Halloween.

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Anger

Got a hot head? Let off some steam as Anger from Disney's Inside Out.

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Bill Nye the Science Guy

Who doesn't love this trip down memory lane? Good ol' Bill has saved one too many of us from boring science classes. Not to mention his show won 18 Emmys during its five-year run.

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Emoji Costume

To get this look party-ready, you'll want to attach the blue construction paper triangles to a headband.

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Fear

Channel fright night with Inside Out's Fear costume. Purple pants and face paint required.

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Francis Whitman

Francis, the eldest of the three brothers in Wes Anderson's The Darjeeling Limited, struggles with a tendency to take control. So if you're the type who orders for your friends or dates, Francis is your best bet.

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The Fresh Prince and Carlton

No one's got moves like you, Carlton. Grab your best man to go as this iconic duo. Be sure to check your local thrift store for those sweaters.

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Gamers everywhere, rejoice! This costume throws it back to the good ol' days, and just requires a bit of cardboard and some imagination.

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Gru

Giant shoulder pads, some eyebrow work and a mini minion is all you'll need to achieve this costume.

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Gustave

If you've ever been called out for your charm or culture (or want to be), you'll fit right in as The Grand Budapest Hotel's very own Gustave.

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LEGO Man

Couldn't get enough of LEGOs when you were a kid? Go as your favorite childhood toy.

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Mad Hatter

We're all mad here… for the mad hatter, that is.

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Minecraft

If you're familiar with the video game Minecraft, you'll probably know who this guy is and why you should definitely go as him.

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Not Sure Fry Meme

You've probably seen this meme floating around on the Internet, and here it is brought to life. Fry here's not sure if that guy is in a costume or just doing his job. #NailedIt

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Pop Art

Define that jawline with a cutting-edge face paint job. Don't forget to pick up some super bright contacts too.

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Robert Baratheon

Surrounded by food and wine is how Robert would have looked if he hadn't died in Game of Thrones. The dead boar is also a nice touch. (If you didn't know, he was killed by a boar.)

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The Son of Man

Here's an artsy one for you. We'll leave it up to you to interpret what René Magritte may have meant.

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Steve Zissou

Whether it's loyalty or stupidity, Zissou proves he's got guts in The Life Aquatic. Harness that energy this year with a blue polo and a red cap, and a whole lotta one-liners.

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Tetris

Here's a super fun and DIYable group costume for you and your buddies. Pick up some cardboard and tape to become this epic game IRL.

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R.J. MacReady

There's no knowing who or what The Thing could be. MacReady proves it doesn't hurt to come prepared.

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Louis Tully (Vinz Clortho)

Ghostbusters fans, listen up. Remember when Louis gets inhabited by the demon Vinz (AKA the Keymaster) and goes around Central Park harassing people and talking to horses? Yup. This one's for you.

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Yukon Cornelious

This fearless prospector from the animated movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer proves he's the one you'll want to stick with when venturing through the Arctic.

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This bellboy's pretty much the MVP of the Grand Budapest Hotel characters. Check out how we made this easy look with our tutorial. Pair it with Agatha for an adorable couple's costume.

Which of these looks will you be rocking? Any awesome ones we missed? Tweet us at @BritandCo and let us know!

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