Whether you waited until the last minute or you’re just not that into October 31, it’s always helpful to have a few costume ideas that can come together in a pinch. Here, 15 clever and, most importantly, easy to throw together choices.
15 Winning Halloween Costumes You Need to Try This Year

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1. "hamilton" T-shirt + Red Wig + Cosmo
Recreating the SNL monologue is all on you, though.

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2. Crown + White T-shirt + The Letter "b"
Admit it: You still know the "Single Ladies" dance.

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3. Eggo Waggles + Fake Blood + A Jean Jacket
To shave your head or not to shave your head...

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4. Flower Crown + Phone + Duck Face (optional)
One hundred percent guaranteed to embarrass your niece.

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5. Dog Ears + Stuck-out Tongue + Phone
Ditto, just with variety.

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6. Blue Vest + Yellow Name Tag + Captain America Shield
Fellow Superstore fans will get a kick out of this one.

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7. Anything Leopard-print Or Fur + A Scary Mask
The most fabulous way to do Halloween.

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8. Starbucks Cup + Lbd + Platform Heels
Calling all '90s babies.

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9. Animal Ears + Cocktail Dress
"I'm a mouse, duh."

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10. Black Clothes + Stamps
Classic puns never go out of style.

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11. Tank Top + Shark Drawing
Whether you're Barbara or Kevin, we'll leave up to you.

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12. Normal Clothes + House Keys + An Orange
The very easiest costume on the list.

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13. Beret + Striped Shirt + Laundry Bin
Honestly, any excuse to wear a beret...

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14. Toast + A Striped T-shirt + A Beret
...however you envision it.

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15. Sat Book + Frilly, Collared Shirt
Academics, this one's for you.
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