Last Updated on May 9, 2024 by Betsy Ramsey
It’s getting close to Halloween! Check out these easy-to-replicate and inexpensive fashion icon inspired Halloween costumes. Fun ideas for any fashion lover!
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These costumes are comprised of a mixture of wardrobe staples (things you may already have in your closet) and mostly inexpensive add-on’s. They also lend themselves really well to thrift shopping so keep an eye out for items listed under each photo to get the styling right!
Karl Lagerfeld
Christopher William Adach from Mexico
- White button down shirt, black suit, black tie, black Wayfarer-style sunglasses
- Fingerless gloves
- Layer on a tonal necklace or pin OR carry a stuffed white cat (his beloved Choupette)
- Hair in a low ponytail, sprayed white
Betsey Johnson
- Black and white paired with bright pink, red, blue, green OR black and bright pink or red combos
- Hello Kitty! items
- Tutu’s, belts and beads, funky sneakers to finish
- Blond hair/hair with bright pink highlights
Iris Apfel
- Round glasses in black, tortoise or red
- Large colorful necklace and/or bracelets (or wear a boa in lieu of a necklace)
- Outfit in either a bold, colorful pattern or something with a lot of texture (fur, fringe, embroidery)
For even more inspiration, check out the Rara Avis by Iris Apfel line clothing or jewelry lines on HSN.
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- Fingerless gloves – Karl Lagerfeld
- Hello Kitty tees – Betsey Johnson
- Tutu’s – Betsey Johnson
- Round glasses – Iris Apfel
- Boa – Iris Apfel
- Peacock cuffs – Iris Apfel
So now that I’ve got you thinking about costumes, do you plan to dress up for Halloween this year? What type of costume do you typically choose: scary, funny, sexy, etc.? Would love to hear from you in the comments below! Need more inspiration? Check out these posts. Until next time!
