Halloween. It's almost here. You've been spending weeks months deciding on costumes, and you are so impressed with the costume you're going to be wearing; you'll be looking like a hot commodity from Thursday to Saturday. Here is a list of some basic costumes that you're probably wearing and some guidelines to go with it.

1. Cat

This is the ultimate "go-to" costume. Wearing all black and some cat ears; so original. You are wearing this costume because you think it's so cute and it's so easy to make. Hey, I'll admit it: last year I was a cat with my roommate the first night. And so were 50 other girls. Don't worry if you're basic enough to wear this, you are just the average girl. You have to do this costume at least once in your college career.

2. The Roommate Group Costume

Spice Girls. Disney Princesses. Starbucks Coffee. The Plastics. I've seen it all. If you don't do a group costume, who are you? You and your roommates need to have the best group costume this year. The original and funny ones work the best in my opinion. If one of your roommates is complaining about the idea, tell her too bad.

3. School Girl

If you're dressing as a school girl, I guarantee you went to a Catholic high school. This costume is perfect because if you still have your plaid skirt, a button down, and some knee-high socks; you're good to go. The only concern is if you still fit in it. Go the gym for like, a week, and you'll be all set.

4. Victoria's Secret Angel

I give girls props for this costume, because a sheer bathrobe and high heels are dangerous. Please don't trip and please be wearing something underneath. I bet you aren't doing this alone; this costume is the ultimate one for you and your roommate. Honestly though, do this costume with at least one other person.

5. Couples' Costume

This relates to the roommate group costume. You either gotta be real original or look real good for this one if you two want to be the best. That means don't do the Jack and Coke thing.

6. Hooters Girl

This is a pretty easy costume. Literally all you need is a Hooter's tank, spandex, and some white socks. This costume is literally impossible to mess up. Go apply for a job at Hooter's later that night.

7. Flapper

If you choose to do this costume, go all out. Like, just the dress is not enough. I want you to look like Daisy Buchanan herself. I want Jay Gatsby to ask you to marry him. Get the little accessories like the headpiece, because it makes all the difference.

8. Gum Ball Machine

This was literally THE Halloween costume of last year. If you're doing it this year, you're a little late.