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Halloween is just around the corner, but is your costume ready?

Some people spend months perfecting their Halloween costume, others wear the same thing year after year. Despite being a huge fan of Halloween I usually throw my costume together at the last minute. It may not be perfect, but DIY beats store bought every time. And remember, only boring people can’t be bothered to dress up.

Check the darkest corners of your closet. That torn shirt that you haven’t worn in years may be the perfect finishing touch for you zombie outfit. Those crazy pink leg warmers and old sneakers? Hello 1980’s cheerleader. Got a Hawaiian shirt? Then you can be anything from a tourist with sandals and a fanny pack to Hunter S Thompson. Found some old roller skates? Rip the sleeves of a t-shirt and be a Roller Derby girl.

Wanna look cute but spooky? Then start with your outfit and see what you can transform it into. A red dress or shirt can easily me made into a devil-outfit, just add horns and a tail. Dress in black and add wings to become a demon or a fallen angel. Ears, a tail and a bit of face paint will transform you into a cat. And there are cute Witches and handsome Warlocks. Wasn’t that the whole point of Charmed?

Don’t be afraid to mix and match accessories and items from older costumes. A lei + Hawaiian shirt/grass skirt + zombie make up= Hula Zombie. 1970’s shirt + flared pants + fangs = Disco Vampire.
Another option is to get in touch with your inner geek and channel Steve Urkel, Napolen Dynamite or NCIS’s Abby.

Still can’t think of a costume? You can always go as a serial killer. They look just like everyone else.