Nobody has the money to go to the mall and drop $50+ on Halloween costumes. You're only going to wear it for one night, so why not use things you already own? Being the dirt-poor college student that I am, I can't consider walking into a costume store or even Wal-Mart. So, the solution to this dilemma is to take what you have and turn it into something totally rad. As my Sociology professor would say- "Dig?"
So much dig.
Ok, so here we go:
1. Iconic Celebs
This look is super easy! All you need is a red-toned lipstick or cream blush or wet some red eyeshadow to create the lightening strike across the face and then use some blue eyeshadow to create the shadow. The red eyeshadow can also be used to create definition on the eyes to bring the look together. If you want a more dramatic look, you could add some lipstick or dramatic eyeliner. This is a great way to honor the late David Bowie and still look cute!
2. Animals
When in doubt, go for a sexy cat or bunny, right? But hey, there's more to the animal kingdom than little furry animals. Think about other animals such as deer, lions, and cheetahs-perhaps even a snake. For this look, you could use white eyeshadow, regular bronzer, black liquid liner, as well as pencil liner and some fun lashes! Get out there and prowl... or prance.
3. Pop Art
This look is so easy it's ridiculous. You'll need white eyeliner to make the dots, black eyeliner to draw the outlines, red lipstick, and blue, pink, and yellow eyeshadow. I'm doing this look next year! It's so original and eye catching, you're sure to have everyone's attention.
4. Superhero/Supervillians
The Harley Quinn makeup look is my absolute favorite because it's so badass! Her makeup is fierce and her attitude is off the charts-basically I just want to be her. And for one night, anyone could! All you need is red lipstick, black eyeliner, red and blue eyeshadow and maybe some red and blue hair chalk as well! Don't leave your attitude at home though, you'll need it to pull off this look.
5. Fantasy
Almost every makeup guru on YouTube has done a video on how to be a mermaid for Halloween, and that's okay. It's so simple and pretty, it's almost too perfect to pull off. You'll need purple, pink, and blue eyeshadow, glitter, fishnet tights, and pink lipstick or gloss. To get extra for your look, find a pastel wig or a sea themed headband. Get out there and slay, Ariel!
6. Creepy Doll
If you have super porcelain looking skin, this look will work amazingly for you! All you need is red lipstick, concealer, a brown liner pencil, white eyeliner, black liner, and dramatic lashes. You'll give people the creeps like I have right now...
Have a safe and super lit Halloween everyone! (Watch out for clowns...)
