Halloween is just days away - have you pulled together a chic party ensemble yet? Though costume options for girls who prefer fashion to
in-your-face sex appeal can be hard to find, we’ve scared up five cool looks for the holiday to satisfy any style maven.
In fact, you’ll keep wearing these under $100
steals even after the trick-or-treating is over.
In Character: As Pebbles Flintstone, an original cartoon cutie
Wear It: Pair Forever 21’s leopard frock with Pebbles’ signature top-knot. Add an oversized, bone-shaped accessory to channel the Bedrock vibe. After Halloween, rock the dress with an architectural heel and textured tights.
Pricetag: Dress $17.80,
Forever 21; Hair Accessory $6,
Etsy
In Character: As the penitentiary’s most stylish
prisoner
Wear It: Just add handcuffs and memorize your inmate number to turn Zara’s zip-front jumpsuit into a
haute costume. Once the holiday is over, pair this piece with studded booties and some heavy-metal bling for a night out.
Pricetag: Jumpsuit $79.90,
Zara; Handcuffs $6.79,
Amazon
In Character: As Art Deco icon Daisy Buchanan from
The Great Gatsby
Wear It: Don a ‘20s-style headpiece and snag a glass of champagne to compliment a vintage-inspired dress. In months to come, add tough, rock-and-roll accessories to keep the frock current for fall and winter.
Pricetag: Dress $59.99,
Macy’s; Headdress $95,
Etsy
In Character: As celeb stylist and reality star Rachel Zoe
Wear It: Go Zoe by pairing a faux fur vest with gobs of jewelry, a voluminous tee, leather leggings, and teetering heels. When not in costume, we picture the vest with equestrian-inspired pants and boots for a more polished look.
Pricetag: Vest $68,
Nordstrom; Pumps $55,
Piperlime; Cuff $22,
Piperlime
In Character: As Anne Hathaway's Fantine, in the upcoming film version of
Les Miserables
Wear It: Distressed fingerless gloves and sooty makeup complete your costume when paired with a peasant dress as the centerpiece of this look. After Halloween, accent the dress with denim and fringed accessories for a boho vibe.
Pricetag: Dress $68,
Nasty Gal; Gloves $75,
Bluefly; “Soot” Powder $12.99,
GrimmBrothersHalloween.com
(Photo credits, from top: 1. Forever21.com and Etsy.com, 2. Zara.com and Amazon.com, 3. Macys.com and Etsy.com, 4. Shop.Nordstrom.com and Piperlime.Gap.com, 5. NastyGal.com, Bluefly.com, and GrimmBrothersHalloween.com)