June 29th, 2011 
Amber Cook 
Modern Halloween costumes are fancy and in many cases, gorgeous. The downside to this is that they are also expensive. The only other options seem to be so poorly made and ill-fitting that no one wants to wear them. However, making some or all of your own costume can be an easy way to avoid bad costumes and huge price tags.
Getting together a sketch or photograph of the costume you want to imitate is the first thing you need to do. For dressing up as an object or animal, you’ll also need to consider what to make your costume out of. Depending on the weather, your personal preferences, and more, a perfectly satisfactory dog costume can be made out of fake fur, a sweat suit, or even a leotard and tights. Other costumes are similarly flexible.
When looking at the picture, you should consider what you might be able to find at a thrift store or in your closet that might fit your needs. A lot of outfits can be emulated by putting together various different pieces of clothing, and making a few alterations. Borrow things from friends and family as needed, too.
Certain parts of costumes lend themselves to being made. The ears of a dog costume are easily made from a piece of felt and a few hair pins, for example. While more extravagant sewing may or may not be within your abilities, anyone who can handle a pair of scissors should be capable of making the dog ears. Shop in the fabric store’s clearance or bargain section for the cheapest prices.
For specific insignia, clothing, and other items that you cannot easily emulate, look online. Internet retailers usually have the best prices and the widest selection of these items. But start looking well ahead of time, because the best and cheapest options are always the first to sell out.
Pick up shoes at the thrift store, too, or buy or make shoe covers for ones that you already have. Shoes can be an expensive part of any outfit, costume or not, and buying new ones can easily make them the most expensive part of your costume. If you are going to thrift stores, go early and often in order to find something you like. Shoe covers are a great alternative though, especially for costumes with colorful boots.
If you are going to be wearing a significant amount of makeup, buy stage makeup or face paint. This is generally cheaper than Halloween face painting kits, and works just as well. Face painting kits are sold at craft stores, art supply shops, and also online. Characters in less makeup can get away with cheap drugstore options.
Using materials that will only barely survive the night is fine, since sexy halloween costumes are typically worn only once. If some part of your costume is easier to make with paper, cardboard or other less than sturdy materials, just assume it will be thrown out after the big night. However, if you choose to make a stronger, more long-lasting costume, it can be worn again in subsequent years.
For a great selection of womens halloween costumes including sexy, funny, glam, and plus sized costumes.
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