Shine OnStylish Halloween costumes you can actually wear again
If, like me, you’d rather not spend an exorbitant amount of money on an absurd prepackaged sexy cat costume, you really, really don’t have to.
Rather, opt for a stylish costume and invest in great pieces of clothing that you can easily wear again after Nov. 1 — and not just to a costume fete.
Because wouldn’t you rather own a great vintage 1920s dress rather than a pop-up costume store’s sad attempt to turn you into a flapper girl for $39.99?
Thought so. And with that, here are a few stylish costume ideas that may just justify buying a few new wardrobe staples.
Janelle Monae
This stylish singer has such a distinctive look, anyone who has a clue will know who you’re dressed as, especially if you get her signature pompadour right. Monae’s look involves two key pieces: well-tailored black tuxedo pants and a great blazer to match. Add a tie, a little sparkly brooch and some menswear-inspired brogues to complete the look. And guess what? We guarantee you’ll wear everything again.
BCBG Ryan Collar-Contrast Tuxedo Blazer, $310
Morticia Addams
Why this woman has never been lauded as a stylish chick is beyond me. The Addams family matriarch always had some quality LBDs, no? Why would you purchase a pre-packaged Morticia costume when you can hunt for a floor length black dress from your favourite retailer that you can also wear next weekend? Accessorize with lacy goth-inspired hosiery, onyx earrings and a single red rose.
ASOS True Decadence Lace Sleeve Maxi Dress, $119.29
Rachel Zoe
The stylist to end all stylists has a look that separates her from the crowd. Her signature bohemian style is easy to duplicate with a pair of oversized sunglasses, ’70s-inspired top and fur vest. And if you have wide leg trousers, you’re already well on your way.
Joe Fresh Stripe Faux Fur Vest, $59
Amal Alamuddin
The world-class human rights lawyer who married an actor is far from a lady who lunches — but she sure dresses the part. She never has a hair out of place or wears an outfit that doesn’t incite mass envy. Alamuddin’s head to toe white jumpsuit, which she wore to her civil ceremony, is easily recognizable and therefore a stylish Halloween costume waiting to happen. Beautiful but not impossible to replicate, the look will involve hunting for white wide leg white trousers, a corresponding silk top and of course, a matching wide-brimmed sun hat.
Debbie Harry
Before there was Gwen Stefani, there was the always-stylish blond Debbie Harry. The punk icon’s look probably already resides in your closet. A vintage printed T-shirt over a leather mini and black fishnet stockings should be all you need to achieve her look. Don’t forget a two-toned blond wig and red lipstick.
