I'm not one of those costume-in-a-bag type of girls. It's more like.. I need an excuse to buy this crazy trendy item, I might never wear again and therefore will create a Halloween costume around it. For example, this year I've been dying for a pair of totally impractical lace up leather shorts.. and voila, when combined with a packers jersey, knee socks & lace up wedges I'm a football player a la Alexander Wang.
Check out some of my other fashionable Halloween costume inspirations here, many which can be created with pieces already existing in your closet!
For bonus points, find a male counterpart to dress as Prince William in a tailored suit! I love the union jack tote bag to trick or treat with.
Accessorizing a sequined or fringed dress with art deco accessories and turban and voila, you're instantly channeling Daisy or any stylish 20's flapper.
Live out your childhood ballerina dreams in a poufy black dress & lace up ballet flats a la Black Swan. & Check out the Black Swan make-up tutorial via Refinery 29
These are the leather shorts that inspired this year's Halloween costume!
Do you know what you're being this year? Or what's your favorite Halloween ensemble?
xoxo, lauren