Let's be honest, picking a Halloween costume kind of sucks.
I'm officially too old (or perhaps too married) to be a slutty "insert profession here" a la Mean Girls. However, unless you're taking a child trick-or-treating you can't wear anything too terribly cutesy. I also don't have lots of money with which to purchase the perfect age-appropriate costume - see THIS gorgeous peacock costume, which would be adorable with the addition of OPAQUE BLACK TIGHTS.
Last year I was just a cat, and Darrell was a dog. BORING. So I'm going to make a little more effort this year, by planning ahead. Here are a few of my favorite ideas so far!
My personal favorite pick? Holly Golightly. I have every single item in my closet (minus the cat) so it would cost $0. Also, you just get to look really nice all evening dressed like her!
I LOVE the minion costumes - it would perhaps require a little work & cash, finding the hats and having the shirts made, but I'm convinced you could keep it under $30.
The pinata one is ADORABLE but I have no patience for that. If you do, the instructions are here!
Mary Poppins would be really cute if you had a cute date to be Bert. Bonus points if he can tap dance!
images via the cherry blossom girl, keiko lynn, pinterest, and camille styles
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