Thrift Store Halloween Costumes
It’s estimated that over $3 billion will be spent on brand new Halloween costumes this year. The unfortunate thing is that many of these costumes will be worn only once on Halloween and then donated or even just tossed, building up the seemingly never ending pile of plastic-based materials. There is an easy solution to this problem that will save you money AND it’s eco-friendly: THRIFT! Here at Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma, we carry a large selection of gently used Halloween costumes in our stores, as well as cheap and easy Halloween costumes you could put together at the last minute. Without further ado, let’s get started!
Where to Get Cheap Halloween Costumes
If you live in America, then you almost definitely have seen or even been inside a Spirit Halloween store. We love Halloween as much as the next thrift store, but we don’t love the Halloween costume prices, which usually align with Spirit Halloween prices. If you’re like us and aren’t looking to spend an arm and a leg for a costume you’ll probably wear once or twice then throw in the back of your closet, then do we have some suggestions for you to be able to find a cheap Halloween costume!
Borrow clothes or a Halloween costume from a friend
Maybe you have your outfit except for that key component that is supposed to bring the outfit together. Before going out to the store to hunt for that missing piece, ask some of your friends if you could lend a piece of their clothing to you for the night. Cheaper and easier.
Do a closet inventory
If you haven’t already looked in every corner of your closet, then do a closet inventory to see exactly what you have. Who knows, you might have the basics required for your costume and you didn’t even know it!
Rent a costume
The internet is great for many things, including finding people close to you who do costume rentals. Simply just type into Google, “costume rentals near me” and see what comes up.
Thrift your Halloween costume
Of course we had to add our favorite Halloween costume source: thrift stores! Getting a Halloween costume from a thrift store is one of the best ways to help the environment from excessive plastic-based clothes. Also, when you think about it, a lot of people donate their Halloween costumes to thrift stores like Goodwill. You’re sure to find the perfect costume that will have your friends begging to know where you got it.
Thrift Store Halloween Costume Ideas
If you are going thrift shopping for your Halloween costume, then we suggest you go with a costume idea in mind. Here is a list of 10 of our favorite thrift store Halloween costume ideas and how to create them. Keep in mind that all of these costumes can be made specifically for you and what you want it to look like, these are just general suggestions.
- Hobo
- Worn pair of jeans
- Ripped plaid shirt
- Hat of some sort
- A blazer with elbow pads or pocket squares
- An old tie
- Bride or Groom
- Wedding Dress
- Tuxedo or nice suit
- (optional) fake blood–to be a “dead bride”
- Prom Queen
- Ball gown, or just go to the prom dress section
- Tiara or crown
- (optional) Makeup or fake teeth–to be a “zombie prom queen”
- 80s Pop or Rock Star
- Tight, black pants (preferably pleather)
- Sleeveless shirt
- Bandana
- Leather jacket
- Short skirt
- Colorful shirt
- Colorful tights
- Go-go boots
- 90s Grunge Rocker
- Holey jeans
- White t shirt
- Flannel shirt tied around your waist
- Black boots
- Farmer
- Overalls
- An old t-shirt
- Tall socks
- Boots
- Straw hat
- Grandma or Grandpa
- Flowery blouse
- Old night gown
- Slippers
- Walker
- Cane
- Glasses
- Plaid button up shirt
- Old jeans
- Fortune Teller or Gypsy
- Colorful, flowy dress
- Gaudy jewelry like big hoop earrings
- Exotic looking scarf for your head
- A ball that you can put string lights in–or a prelit ball
- Crazy Cat Lady
- An old bathrobe
- Stuffed animal cat(s)
- Hair rollers
- Slippers
- Cat mug
- Hippie
- White peasant blouse
- Suede vest that has fringe
- Anything tie dye
- Round sunglasses
- Scarf for around the head
- Bracelets
- Flare jeans or pants
- Sandals–or go barefoot!
Shop for Halloween Costumes at Goodwill Industries of Oklahoma
If you’re looking for that perfect Halloween costume, then come on by one of our convenient locations throughout Oklahoma. Not looking for a Halloween costume? Don’t fret, visit our website to utilize our other services such as shopping online, viewing our job opportunities, finding a store near you, or if you want to help us out by donating your gently used items, we’d really appreciate it. Whatever reason you stop by, we’ll be glad to see you. Make sure to follow us on social media and be sure to tag us with your Goodwill thrifted Halloween costume!