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11 Wardrobe Staples That You Should Turn Into Your Halloween Costume

Halloween is just a couple of weeks ago, and you still haven’t found anything to wear to wear to your friend’s costume party! No need to panic— you likely already have something in your closet that you can turn into a costume in no time. Click through this gallery for wardrobe staples that you can wear on October 31 and all year round.
By Crystal Tate · Updated October 26, 2020
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01
Bodysuit
Dress up like the Queen Bey herself with this metallic gold bodysuit, or go for the gold and get your Simone Biles on this Halloween. Metallic Jersey Long Sleeve Classic Bodysuit, $39,americanapparel.net.
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Hat
Get in formation with this wool hat that looks like it was an extra in Lemonade. You can gather your squad and recreate one of the iconic video scenes for Halloween, or pair a trench coat with the accessory for a Carmen Sandiego vibe. ALDO Flat Brim Wool Fedora, $42, asos.com.
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Jumpsuit
All you need is a black jumpsuit to be a cat, bunny, or so much more for Halloween. Catherine Catherine Malandrino Laird Sleeveless Jumpsuit, $128, nordstrom.com.
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Leggings
If there is one wardrobe item that is essential for a Halloween costume, it’s a pair of leggings. You can easily transform into a dancer or exercise instructor, or wear them as an added layer of warmth underneath a costume. Brushed Seamless Leggings, $18, hue.com.
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05
White Button Down
You can easily pull off a student, teacher or even a Mary Poppins-inspired costume with a white button down shirt. Quite honestly, the options are endless! Classic Button Down Tunic, $59.95, thelimited.com.
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06
Little White Dress
A white dress is the perfect foundation for a variety of costumes. If you simply add wings, you’re an angel. Put on a beaded headpiece, and hello Cleopatra! And the list goes on… Stretch Crepe Tank Dress, $68, nordstrom.com.
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07
Sunglasses
Whether you want to add a bit of glamour or mystery to your costume, or pretend that you are your favorite celebrity who’s avoiding the paparazzi, a pair of oversized sunglasses will do the trick. Prada PR 01OS, $265, sunglasshut.com.
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08
Sequin Dress
You can easily become a flapper or a showgirl for Halloween with a stunning sequin dress. Parker Sleeveless Sequined Cocktail Dress, $525, neimanmarcus.com.
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09
Faux Fur
With a faux fur jacket, you channel Cookie from “Empire” or even dress up as a socialite. Camouflage Faux Fur Jacket, $96, marksandspencerlondon.com.
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Fishnet Tights
Fishnet tights are practically essential for any sexy Halloween costume you’re trying to pull off, plus they’ll keep your legs warm on a brisk night. Fishnet Tights, $9.99, hm.com.
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Bamboo Earrings
A pair of bamboo earrings is the perfect accessory for nailing any ‘80s or ‘90s around the way girl look. You’ll make LL Cool J proud. Vintage 80’s Bamboo Hoop Earrings, $5.50, etsy.com.
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TOPICS:  Halloween