Halloweek(end) is hands down the best week you will experience during fall semester. That said, you need to prepare yourself for all possible obstacles you may face during this blurry week of your life. Whether that means saving Laffy Taffy in your purse to bribe taxi drivers because you spent all your money on tequila shots or saving trash bags in case someone needs to puke while you're out -- Halloween equals strategic planning and preparation.
1. Stash the Ca$h!
Halloweek consists of four nights out, so spend your money wisely! Plan out how much money you're bringing out each night and stick to it. Hide money in side pockets of your bag or jeans for a late-night pizza fund and money to get home; your drunk appetite will love you for it later.
2. DIY Costumes (aka your best friends' closets).
Realistically, you don't need to go out and buy multiple outfits from the Halloween store and spend $200 that you don't have. Instead, steal outfits from your best friends and their old costumes, and match a few random things of your own to fit your desired costume. Other than some simple accessories you can grab from Walmart, you're all set to go even though you're ballin' on a budget!
3. Buddy System.
Even though it seems stupid and you learned about it in the second grade, stick with someone! The last thing you want is to be walking down the street alone and have something happen to you. Because of how drunk people get during Halloween, a lot of people act extremely stupid and reckless. Prevent a bad situation from happening before it happens, plus you gain an automatic drinking buddy anyways!
4. Chug Water!
You're going to be slamming down shots back and forth and funneling more beer than you're used to consuming. Do yourself a favor and chug water for every two drinks. Nothing is worse than a killer headache and hangover in the morning, especially when you have class to attend.
5. Take pictures before you get too drunk!
Girls always need the perfect picture and caption to post on Instagram during Halloween. We all know that our drunk mind doesn't hold up to our highest standards (in any way possible), so take pictures before you go out instead! That way you'll have the best possible pictures with all of your friends, and you won't post something on social media that makes you look stupid.
6. Let's be honest, nobody cares about your heels.
As cute as you want to look, nobody truly is going to be staring at your feet. If you're going to be out for hours on end, wear shoes that are somewhat comfortable or shoes that you won't trip and break your face in.
7. Pace Yourself!
Nothing is worse than having to go to the hospital to get your stomach pumped or getting carried out of the party or bar because you're too wasted. Even though it's Halloweek(end), you can still get drunk and have fun without blacking out until you're incoherent. Pace yourself so you can keep the night going and have fun all week with your friends! Otherwise, you might cut the week short because of you getting sick or getting into trouble.
Basically, have fun with all of your best friends during Halloween but be safe. Store money so you can buy as many drinks or slices of chicken-bacon-ranch pizza as your heart desires, and don't get too drunk that you'll do something you're going to regret.
