Halloween is right around the corner, and this year everyone has been eyeing down costumes since last month. Even all your friends have Halloween costumes ready for the big night, except you. But don’t panic yet, there’s still time to pull together an easy last minute costume for your big festive night that is fun, affordable, and eyecatching. 

Skeletons

Whether you’re in a group, duo, or going alone, skeletons are easy and versatile costumes that work every Halloween. If you’re truly in a rush, you can grab a black t-shirt and cut up the back, giving it a ribcage look. If you have white paint laying around, you could paint up the clothes for the bony look as well as cover your head with a black hood to hide your hair. You can pair this outfit with anything you want, from a skirt to jeans, and everything in between. 

Additionally, if you have enough time and skill, you can do skeleton makeup as well with face paint, or just liquid eyeliner. This costume can work with low or high effort, any sized group, any skill level, and any gender, making it a great pick for a last-minute costume.

Animals

Similarly to skeletons, animals work in groups, duos, or singles. Popular options include cats, leopards, cheetahs, deer, etc; but any animal works. You can do makeup for their specific patterns, find a top with the animal print, and get cheap ears/horns. 

This is an easy costume whether you want to DIY it, or run to your local halloween store; making it versatile and open to any amount of effort. Plus, almost everywhere has some sort of animal printed clothing, making it easy to go out and buy a costume.

Batman and Robin

A Batman and Robin costume works for any duo, boy or girl, for any age, with it’s recognizability and key pieces that you can find at any halloween store. While less of a DIY-able costume, it’s super popular and basic, meaning your local halloween store will definitely have this as an option.

This costume is versatile to effort, materials, and the person wearing it. This means that it’s a great go-to for a last minute duo costume, and looks good on anyone.

Serena and Blair

This costume works great for a brunette and blonde best friend girl duo or just being one of the iconic characters. Pull together a white buttoned up shirt with a plaid skirt and long socks with formal shoes. Make sure you add the tie around the neck for Serena and a headband for Blair to differentiate without the hair colors. Serena is also more wild and reckless while Blair is more put together and classy, so dress accordingly! 

Mario and Luigi

This duo costume is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and basic DIY option. The costume requires basics that you can find anywhere, from your wardrobe, to any halloween or department store. Pairing a green/red long sleeve for the iconic colors with a pair of overalls, or even just jeans to complete the look. Additionally, you can grab the gloves, hats, and shoes from any halloween store to bring it all together. 

Since this is such a popular series, any store will surely have the pieces you need, making it great for last-minute plans. This costume’s recognizability and simplicity makes it a fun, stress-free option for duos.

There’s an option for everyone this Halloween, so don’t feel like you have to sit out this one just because you couldn’t plan your costume ahead of time. You’ll still show up at the Halloween function turning heads.