New costumes, new accessories, new makeup - Halloween revolves around all things new. While it may be fun, purchasing new outfits year-in, year-out in the name of a single soirée is undeniably wasteful. Sure, it makes for a great Instagram post.
In the long run however, it’s far from being sustainable. Plus, it can be a lot of effort to throw together an outfit for one night and one night only, especially when you know it won't see the light of day again. Our solution? Investing in a rewearable Halloween costume.
The most sustainable items we own are the ones already housed in our wardrobes. So, if you’re up for it, a touch of upcycling can result in a brilliantly unique Halloween costume. Take a pair of scissors to an old pyjama tee and hey presto, you have fashioned Regina George’s iconic cut-out top from Mean Girls Alternatively, why not treat yourself to a new LBD in time for autumn? Not only is it a necessary indulgence, but it's your sartorial ticket to a memorable Princess Diana or Audrey Hepburn cosplay moment.
It’s surprisingly simple to opt for an outfit other than a plastic-packed Amazon offering. It’s also the perfect excuse to invest in a luxury piece you’ve been pining after. MORE: We ranked Heidi Klum's best Halloween costumes of all time RELATED: Jenna Ortega's Beetlejuice wardrobe is a lesson in emo-chic dressing Discover the best items of clothing that can double up as fabulously freaky Halloween costumes.
5 rewearable Halloween outfits: Princess Diana Recreate Princess Diana’s iconic ‘revenge dress’ debuted at the Serpentine Gallery in 1994 with Ralph Lauren's 'Crepe Cocktail Dress.' The iconic garment, designed by Christina Stambolian, has gone down in the fashion history books as one of the boldest style moments of all time. DRESS: Crepe Off-the-Shoulder Gown, £279, RALPH LAUREN NECKLACE: Vivienne Westwood Three Row Bias Relief Necklace, £400, SELFRIDGES Penny Lane Almost Famous' beloved heroine Penny Lane is a Seventies style icon.
To achieve her bohemian groupie aesthetic, simply throw together a fur-trimmed Afghan coat, some flared jeans and a pair of retro shades. COAT: Faux Fur Lined Longline Afghan Coat, £149.99, SUPERDRY JEANS: Patch Pocket Flare High Waisted Jeans, £39.
50, M&S SUNGLASSES: Aviator Sunglasses, £140, LIBERTY Phoebe Buffay Y2K lovers, this is your time to shine. Step into the shoes of adored Friends character Phoebe Buffay, who is widely celebrated for her arthouse style, wacky hairdos and undying love for prints. TOP: Love Life T-Shirt, £59, DESIGUAL SKIRT: Panelled Denim Maxi Skirt, £95, COS SHOES: Klara Platform Heeled Knee Boots, £159, OFFICE Britney Spears Oh baby, baby we can't get enough of this Britney-themed baby tee.
The baby blue garment displays the words ‘Dump Him,’ inspired by the singer’s very own top and flared joggers look worn in 2002. TOP: Dump Him T-Shirt, £21.50, ETSY TROUSERS: Classic Velour Del Ray Tracksuit, £85, JUICY COUTURE HAT: Barbour Bothal Baker Boy Cap,£44.
95, BARBOUR Wednesday Adams Shimmy into Phase Eight's sweet yet gothic dress, style your hair in two slick plaits and add some Mary Janes for a spooktastic Wednesday ensemble. DRESS: Gina Black Collar Swing Dress, £99, PHASE EIGHT SOCKS: Bow Detail Socks, £11, & OTHER STORIES SHOES: Black Mary Janes Heels, £49.99, MONKI Midsommar Did Ari Aster's cult-horror Midsommar also traumatise you? Time to take inspiration from Florence Pugh and lean into cultcore with an ethereal white frock flanked by floral accessories.
Perfect for high summer. DRESS: DÔEN' Leanne Shirred Midi Dress, £34, NET-A-PORTER HEADSCARF: Meadow Creatures Marshmallow Yellow Square Scarf, £20, FABLE ENGLAND BAG: Kassia Straw Basket Bag, £95, RIXO Wendy Torrance Pay homage to the late Shelley Duvall by mirroring her most iconic role as Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kurbick's The Shining . Layer a red long sleeve under a gingham napkin shirt and turn out a truly innovative outfit.
Swap out the red top for a white blouse to achieve Scandi-inspired office attire. Baseball bat optional. DRESS: Maggie Square Neck Gingham Print Denim Sundress, £69, JOANIE TOP: Long Sleeve T-Shirt, £35, COS SHOES: Lemon Leather Ballet Flat With Elastic Strap, £65, DUNE Coraline Jones Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of Neil Gaiman's Coraline Jones.
A niche reference that's bound to bowl Laika lovers over, this take on Coraline's gifted outfit from her Other Mother is highly original. Rewear for luxury ski holidays that call for cosy knits and bootcut denim. JUMPER: Perfect Moment Star Dust Jumper, £170, FARFETCH JEANS: Bootcut Flare Jeans 1969, £155, DIESEL SHOES: Ganni Embroidered Metallic Cowboy Boots, £625, MYTHERESA.
