Cheap and easy DIY costumes [1] are all that matter this Halloween [2], and we are here to tell you that you can consider your 2020 costume complete thanks to these genius ideas. This year, make things easier than ever with Halloween costumes for adults [3] that can be made at the very last minute. Complete with costume ideas that include pop culture references [4] and punny twists, we found the best costumes that can be made in no time.
Check out the best homemade fancy dress [5] ideas ahead, and get ready to get crafty
Sabrina Spellman From Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
You'll cast spells on all those who see you.
What you need: A red jumper with a white collar and black headband will make you turn into Sabrina Spellman.
Drake
Learn the "Toosie Slide" move to really get into character.
What you need: Timberland boots and a grey sweatsuit will transform you into Drake.
Tiana From Princess and the Frog
Pucker up — your prince is waiting!
What you need: If you have a dreamy green dress, then you're on your way to becoming a princess. Pull your hair into a high bun and add a little flower accessory to make it complete. Now go find your frog.
Thing 1 or Thing 2
Let the mischief ensue.
What you need: Pair a "Thing 1" or "Thing 2" shirt with the cosiest red sweatsuit you have. After you bundle up, wear a blue wig and red lipstick to make your outfit a masterpiece.
Jessie From Toy Story
Giddy up!
What you need: If you have a cow-print skirt or pants and a yellow long-sleeve skirt, you're ready for the rodeo. Throw on a red hat and brown belt to make things complete.
Comfortable Cinderella
The invite said "dress comfortably," right?
What you need: A baby blue shirt or sweater, a black choker, and a small tiara are the key pieces to this outfit. Throw on your coziest pair of sweats and slippers, and accessorise with a broom or a small white pumpkin.
Risky Business
Time to get down and dirty.
What you need: If you don't mind going trouser-less, you can easily re-create this look with just a white button-up, socks, and sunglasses.
Boo From Monsters, Inc.
Mike Wazowski!
What you need: An oversize pink jumper and lavender purple leggings are all you need to re-create this Monsters, Inc. character. Toss your hair into cute pigtails, and you're ready for the night.
Scientist
The lab awaits.
What you need: If you have a white coat and goggles, then consider being a scientist. This costume can get as creative as you want it to, so don't be afraid to add some crazy-cute makeup to go along with it.
Kylo Ren From Star Wars
The force will be with you when you dress up as this Star Wars character.
What you need: Tights, a long-sleeve dress, and a warm cape will turn you into a chic version of Kylo Ren from Star Wars in no time at all. Complete your outfit with gloves and boots if the weather dips.
Kim Possible
Call me, beep me!
What you need: Copy Kim Possible's signature look with combat boots, cargo trousers, a black long-sleeved top, and a reddish wig.
Scar From The Lion King
Want to be king?
What you need: If you're a makeup-lover, this Scar from The Lion King look is out of this world.
Dead Holly Golightly From Breakfast at Tiffany's
Put a killer spin on the traditional Breakfast at Tiffany's star by adding classy skull makeup. Trust us when we tell you that this costume will make you look drop-dead gorgeous.
What you need: Wear a chic black dress with matching silk gloves. Pull your hair into a bun and paint your face in skull makeup. Add pearls and classy accessories to finish off the look.
Winnie the Pooh
If you grew up loving Winnie the Pooh, then this costume is calling your name.
What you need: Wear a yellow skirt and orange shirt, and don't forget your pot of honey.
Barbie
C'mon, Barbie, let's go party!
What you need: Wear a hot-pink dress, high heels, and black sunglasses to copy Barbie's iconic look. Wear pink lipstick and nail polish, and add a cute purse to finish the look off.
Blair and Serena From Gossip Girl
Spotted: Blair Waldorf and Serena van der Woodsen hanging out on Halloween [6].
What you need: Turn into the Upper East Siders by dressing in schoolgirl outfits topped with fancy accessories.
Cinderella
Want to enchant everyone this holiday?
What you need: Wear a blue dress (or silk robe) to re-create the princess's dreamy look. Throw on a blue headband and white shoes to add a bit more magic to your look.
Lion
Feeling wild?
What you need: To be the king of the jungle, wear a brown shirt and style your hair to resemble little ears. Paint your face and add a little nose and whiskers, and you're ready to reign.
Ariel From The Little Mermaid
Who says you have to have an actual tail to become Ariel?
What you need: Instead, opt for something much easier, like this simple green and purple outfit.
Bunny
A Halloween [7] classic.
What you need: Wear all white and add pink accessories to be a bunny. Throw on some rabbit ears and draw on a little nose and whiskers. Easy does it.
Black Panther
Wakanda forever.
What you need: Re-create this iconic superhero look by wearing a panther-shaped mask (or by putting on panther ears and drawing on whiskers and a nose) and gold accessories. You can go for the most noticeable Black Panther [8] look by wearing all black or you can switch things up and wear a patterned skirt or shorts with sandals.
The Terminator
I'll be back.
What you need: Easy and simple, being the Terminator is about as cool as it gets. Wear a black leather jacket with a black shirt and pants, and pair your look with dark sunglasses or draw on cool face makeup. Your work here is done.
Elle Woods From Legally Blonde
Whoever said orange was the new pink was seriously disturbed.
What you need: Got pink? A pink blazer or jacket and mini skirt are they key pieces to this look. Pair it with a small purse and pink-tinted shades for best results.
Minnie Mouse
Your favourite mouse is in the house! Sorry, Mickey.
What you need: A red polka-dotted dress and a matching bow is all this Minnie Mouse outfit needs.
Dorothy From The Wizard of Oz
Click your heels together three times!
What you need: A blue gingham dress and little pigtails will turn you into Dorothy. Wear red heels or sneakers, and follow the yellow brick road.
Beret Girl From An Extremely Goofy Movie
There's nothing goofy about this cool costume.
What you need: As long as you have the makeup and hair down, you can become P.J.'s love interest in moments. And the makeup isn't too hard! Wear a beret to complete the look.
Dr. Facilier From The Princess and the Frog
With a little help from your friends on the other side, you can become Dr. Facilier in just a few simple steps.
What you need: Simply wear all black with a purple shirt and a black hat, top it off with a deck of tarot cards, and you're good to go.
Ice Cream Sundae
We're all screaming for this cute ice cream look!
What you need: Wear a white dress or skirt and shirt combo, and draw on colourful sprinkles. Then, add a headband and craft a makeshift cone out of construction paper. You'll be as sweet as can be.
VSCO Girl
VSCO girls are known for their cool, laidback style.
What you need: You'll just need a cosy set of leggings to pair with a colourful sweatshirt (tie-dye preferably), and you're ready to snap some photos for your feed. Carry around a camera for emphasis.
Nebula From Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century
You'll be seeing stars when you put this on.
What you need: To become the best friend of Zenon, it's important that your space outfit is on point. A pink bodysuit, warm leggings, and a purple vest and skirt pull it all together. Bonus points if you do the hair and fanny pack, too.
Dwight Schrute From The Office
Calling all Office fans!
What you need: Pull off the Dwight Schrute look by dressing in casual office attire, a striped tie, Dunder Mifflin tag, and his classic glasses.
Wednesday Addams From The Addams Family
This costume is creepy and kooky.
What you need: Braid your hair into matching bunches and wear an all-black outfit. You'll want a white shirt underneath your top (or dress) for Wednesday's usual white collar to show through.
Teen Wolf
Scary, spooky, and totally easy, dressing up as a werewolf for Halloween [9] is a one-and-done kind of costume.
What you need: Add a varsity jacket and jeans to your long wild hair, and you're ready to howl in the moonlight.
Alien
This costume is outta-this-world cool.
What you need: Anything silver, sparkly, and fun will do for this costume. Style your hair into fun little buns and find all the silver makeup you can. Everyone will be seeing stars when they look at your outfit.
Billy From Stranger Things
Friends don't lie. This costume is 10/10.
What you need: Make denim-on-denim cooler than ever when you replicate this Stranger Things [10] costume. Wear a white t-shirt underneath a jean jacket and grow out your 'stache to just the right length.
The Child From The Mandalorian
If Baby Yoda stole your heart, you'll love this costume idea.
What you need: Wear an olive-green or light-brown dress or jacket, pull your hair back into tight buns to re-create his pointy ears, and look as cute as can be. Feel free to experiment with green makeup, too.
Slytherin Student
Cast a spell on fellow trick-or-treaters in this costume.
What you need: A white collared shirt, a green striped tie, and a black blazer will turn you into a Slytherin student from Harry Potter [11] in no time.
Back From the Dead
Feeling alive? This costume is for you.
What you need: Splatter your clothes in fake blood, wear white zombie-inspired contacts, and attach fake spiders to your outfit. The result? This chilling back-from-the-dead look.
Taylor Swift's 1989 Album Cover
Sing along to your favourite songs this Halloween [12] when you dress up as Taylor Swift [13]'s 1989 album cover.
What you need: You'll need a blue and white long-sleeved shirt and red lipstick. Carry around a white cutout to make it look like you're a Polaroid picture.
Rapunzel From Tangled
Long hair or not, you can still pull off Rapunzel for Halloween [14].
What you need: Simply plait your hair to the side, accessorise with some flowery clips, and throw on whatever pink dress you own.
Britney Spears
Break some rules this Halloween [15] with this ". . . Baby One More Time" costume.
What you need: Black knee-high socks, a black pleated skirt, a white collared shirt, and grey sweater, will make this costume complete. Add pink poms to your plaits to finish it off.
Gabriella From Brink!
Gabriella from Brink! didn't mess around, and neither does this costume.
What you need: Overalls and rollerblades are all that's needed to achieve this skater vibe.
Sad Clown
Feeling down? Being a sad clown will cheer you up.
What you need: Put fake blood on your face from your eyes to your mouth. You can choose to do the noticeable clown-makeup triangles above and below your eyes, or you can skip it. The choice is yours.
Snow White From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
You don't need a gown to become Snow White.
What you need: A denim crop top and yellow skirt will do. Finish off the look with a red headband.
Rue From Euphoria
You'll win an Emmy for this costume idea!
What you need: Head into your closet and pick out an oversize jacket, pair it over an all-black outfit, and ta-da, you're Rue! The most important part of the whole look is Rue's signature glitter tears, so don't forget them.
Clark Kent From Superman
Feeling super this year? Now's your time to dress up as Clark Kent.
What you need: Wear nice dress pants, a white button-down shirt, black glasses, and a tie. Be sure to wear the iconic Superman shirt underneath your button-down.
Sasha Bratz Doll
You're never too old to play with dolls — especially when they're Bratz.
What you need: Etch the word "Bratz" into a white T-shirt, cut out the top, and throw your hair into a few pigtails to get the true Sasha Bratz doll look. Take it a step further and re-create Sasha's awesome makeup look to complete the costume.
Beanie Baby
Were you a '90s kid, too?
What you need: Pick your animal and then make a Ty tag for this easy throwback costume.
Selena Quintanilla
Channel the late Selena Quintanilla [16] with a sexy outfit inspired by the talented and beautiful singer.
What you need: A sparkly bra and black jeans are what you need here. Complete your look with a dash of red lipstick and a microphone.
Rosie the Riveter
If you want to be something iconic (and easy!), Rosie the Riveter is calling your name.
What you need: A red bandana and blue denim shirt will bring this costume to life.
Flower Child
Here's to spreading peace and love.
What you need: A crown of flowers will work great for this flower-child outfit. A peace sign wouldn't hurt either.
Mary Poppins
A spoonful of sugar helps this costume come to life.
What you need: This ladylike look requires a black bowler hat, a black skirt, black tights, a white button down, and a cute red bow tie. Don't forget your umbrella!
Party Animal
Who let the dogs out?
What you need: Dress up as any animal you please and top it with a party hat for an instantly clever costume.
Scarecrow
Perfect for fall and easy for any costume party during the year, being a scarecrow never gets old.
What you need: Find your cutest flannel and pair of overalls and complete the look with a touch of cute makeup.
Carrie Bradshaw From Sex and the City
And we couldn't help but wonder . . . is this the cutest costume of all?
What you need: The ultimate style icon, dressing up as Carrie Bradshaw will require hot street style and voluminous curls. Any of her outfits are fair game, so get creative!
Knight in Shining Armor
Your Uber knight is here.
What you need: To be the knight in shining armor that you already are, wear silver clothing with a cape and bring nothing but bold confidence, and maybe a homemade weapon. Knee-high boots and a DIY [17] crest will complete the look.
Deviled Egg
Fans of puns will love your costume creativity.
What you need: All you need is a white dress, yellow circle made of felt or paper, red cape, and devil horns.
Where's Wally?
Where's Wally this Halloween [18], you ask?
What you need: A striped shirt, beanie, and circular glasses are just about all you need to channel your inner Waldo.
Cruella De Vil
Be the neighbourhood dogs' worst enemy this Halloween [19].
What you need: Wear a long black skirt or dress, put temporary dye in your hair, wear a white fur coat, and carry a cigarette holder. Don't forget the dramatic eye makeup.
Hocus Pocus Witches
Double, double, toil, and trouble!
What you need: The right capes, hair, and makeup will turn you and your pals into the Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus [20].
Audrey Hepburn
While a black dress and pearls make up the most famous Breakfast at Tiffany's look, Audrey Hepburn's character also dons a sleeping mask and white dress shirt in other scenes.
What you need: Draw lashes on a blue eye mask and enjoy the cosiness of Halloween [21] in a comfy collared shirt.
Skeleton
No costume? No problem!
What you need: Face paint is all you need to make this costume complete. If you want to make it even creepier, add a little fake blood to your outfit, too.
Erica Sinclair From Stranger Things
The low-key star of the third season of Stranger Things [22], dressing up as Erica Sinclair should be on your costume list.
What you need: A yellow tee, overalls, and a judgmental 'tude is all you need.
Cheetah
Bring out your wild side.
What you need: If you have any article of cheetah print clothing, your work is done. Just add cat ears and whiskers.
Mia and Lilly From The Princess Diaries
Grab your bestie and channel Mia and Lilly from the 2001 movie The Princess Diaries.
What you need: Wear matching blue collared shirts, checkered skirts, black skinny ties, and knee-high socks. Practice your bewildered look when you say, "Me, a princess? Shut up!"
Baywatch Lifeguards
Heat up the Halloween [23] party in this hot costume.
What you need: If you don't mind a little nudity, this costume just requires red swim trunks and a whistle. Running around saving lives is totally optional on your part.
Regina George
Rule every Halloween [24] party as the Plastics leader, mean girl Regina George.
What you need: Cut holes in a top and layer with a colourful bra for an easy yet awesome costume.
The Devil Wears Prada
Being bad never looked so good.
What you need: A little red goes a long way here, as does a devilish smile. Dress in all black, and if you have any Prada, well, the more, the better.
Medusa
Get your Greek mythology on with a pretty dress and a snake headband.
What you need: Wear a gold dress and glue plastic toy snakes on a headband.
Alexis and David Rose From Schitt's Creek
Whether you love both of the characters or just one, this costume idea is easy and relevant.
What you need: Spoiled yet super stylish, dressing up as Alexis Rose will consist of wearing a head-turning hat, chunky accessories, and a cute outfit. Finish off the look with effortlessly curled locks, and you're ready to be a Schitt Creek socialite. If you want to be David, a printed sweater, preferably with stripes, will do the trick here. Make sure none of your hair (eyebrows included) is out of place, and get ready to run the town.
Mummy
The mummy is a pretty unsexy costume but a fun one to make.
What you need: All you need to do is put on white clothes and roll some loo paper around you. Add some ketchup or red food colouring for a gory effect.
A T-Bird From Grease
Throw it back to the '50s and channel your inner bad boy this Halloween [25].
What you need: You'll need to slick back your hair and carry your comb around to be one of the T-Birds. Roll up your black pants a little and throw on a denim jacket to complete the look.
Athlete
If you're a sports lover, an athlete might be an easy costume for you since you probably already have all the pieces of your costume.
What you need: Decide what kind of athlete you want to be, and you might want to choose it based on what sports gear you have. Go all out with wrist bands, caps, and props like tennis rackets or basketballs.
Comic Book Character
Go big and dramatic this spooky holiday by dressing up as a comic book character. People will have to shade their eyes from the bright colours.
What you need: Get bright colour clothing and comic book makeup [26].
Agent H and Agent M From Men in Black: International
Looking for some action this Halloween [27]? So are these agents.
What you need: A bold suit, sunglasses, and over-the-top courage will turn you into an agent from Men in Black: International. Now get out there and save the day!
Vampire
These days vampires come in all shapes and sizes, and they are such iconic pop culture figures that there are plenty of TV and movie vampire characters for you to mimic.
What you need: Get a pair of fake vampire fangs, and wear foundation that is shades lighter than normal. Be creative and aim to look like vampires from popular TV shows and movies like True Blood. Dribble some fake blood or red food colouring on the side of your mouth. If you're a vampire that has been turned recently, use dark eyeliner to draw in two holes on your neck.
Daenerys Targaryen
Fulfil your fantasy by being Daenerys Targaryen or any other Game of Thrones character this Halloween [28].
What you need: Get a light blonde wig and a costume you can make from strips and pieces of brown cloth. Don't forget the toy pet dragon.
Bat
Be one of Halloween [29]'s most beloved symbols in no time.
What you need: If you have a black dress and pointy ears, the only thing left that you'll need to be a bat is a makeshift cape. Cut a wing-like design in a blanket or piece of cloth and take on the night!
The Black Swan
The magic is in the makeup for this stunning costume.
What you need: Copy Natalie Portman [30]'s film character with feathered eyes and pale skin, then don a black skirt and ballet flats.
101 Dalmatians
This Disney movie just got better.
What you need: Homemade outfits will make this costume come to life. Add black polka dots to any white pieces of clothing, add whiskers and ears, and bring on the puppy dog eyes.
Circus Performer
Wow the crowds on Halloween [31] by transforming yourself into a glamorous circus performer like Anne Wheeler from The Greatest Showman.
What you need: Paint your face to the extreme with huge faux eyelashes and stage makeup. Wear a pink wig and suit up with a lavender leotard, and you're ready to begin the show!
Minions
Take over the world with these evil minion costumes a la Despicable Me.
What you need: Get a yellow top and overalls. You can make your own hat, and add eyes made out of cloth or eyes made from Styrofoam cups. You can also choose to paint your face yellow
Daria and Jane
Prepare to give everyone deadpan looks and monotone answers the whole night.
What you need: If you're Daria, you need a green jacket, black pleated skirt, black boots, and black-rimmed glasses. As Jane, you'll need a red jacket, dark grey shorts, black tights, and black boots.
Alex From A Clockwork Orange
Last-minute costume idea right here!
What you need: With a bowler hat, a set of false lashes, and an all-white outfit, you can easily dress as the dystopian antihero from Stanley Kubrick's 1970s film.
KISS
Badass costume alert!
What you need: Get other friends to slap on Kiss's trademark makeup, throw in some leather, and you'll look like the distinctive rock band.