It’s the first day of October, and you know what that means. Time to bust out the Halloween classics and get in the spooky mood. For me, I love everything about Halloween: from the costumes to the fun decorations and the culture of it all. I always get spooky for the whole month to get into the holiday spirit, and some of you might, too. Still, I have found that it’s difficult to go out in public for class or work without looking like a long-lost member of the Addams Family. So here are some fashion tips that can get you into the holiday spirit without breaking the bank — or your reputation as a functioning member of society:
Wear some fangs
Alright, hear me out. This is totally doable without most people noticing. Head to a local Halloween store, Amazon or even make some at home following a YouTube video. Invest in some short — or long— fangs that can go over your canine teeth. Some people naturally have pointy canines, but for those with a need for some prosthetic help, take advantage of this month. Really embrace your inner vampire with your canines. If you’re afraid of some public ridicule, they can be easily hidden when you talk or smile and most short ones won’t invoke a lisp.
Character-bound
This trend is usually based on Disney characters, but it can also be used with any fictional or reality-based persona. Basically, you try to dress up as a character from popular culture in a fashion-forward or exact way. You might decide to challenge yourself to do it for the month, and this is a very subtle way of adopting your favorite character’s personal style. Wear a button-up shirt and combat boots for Indiana Jones, wear a white dress with space buns for Princess Leia or a bodycon dress for the Kardashians. Really, it’s all up to your imagination.
Wear Signature Colors
The go-to colors for Halloween are black, orange, green and purple. Try doing a monochromatic or dramatic look with what you already have in your closet. Match your green shorts with a purple top or your orange sweater with your black jeans. Maybe even go for the Beetlejuice or Addams Family look with tight-striped black and white items. Mix and match patterns and designs or go for the typical Halloween graphic tee. Target or Five Below can be your best stores to score some of these Halloween trends if you don’t already have them in your closet.
Pins and Stickers
For the RedBubble obsessed or those who travel down to Hot Topic from time to time, pins and stickers might be a way to really add some spook factor to your daily items. Add some skeleton or ghost pins to your jacket or stickers to your laptop and reusable water bottle. Pins and stickers are just one way to express yourself year round without compromising your personal style or your bank account.
Wing out your sleeves
Creative and unique sleeves have been having a moment in the fashion industry, and one of the most common sleeve patterns that have hit the racks is the vampire, bat and bell sleeve. This wide open sleeve concept is reminiscent of a different age, mainly Renaissance and is a recognizable style for characters like Morticia Addams, or capes worn by Dracula. Dress this style up or down for maximum effect and set your inner bat free.
Accessorize to the max
For the low-key style icon, you can use your eclectic collection of jewelry, socks, outerwear or hair ties to add some spooky items into your life. The good thing about accessories is that you can add them to your daily wardrobe without much struggle or major change to your personal style. Even something like a simple orange hair tie or some fancy socks can really update your shoe game and your holiday spirit.
Rep your favorite films
For the Halloween movie and TV special fan, check out stores like Urban Outfitters, Hot Topic, Box Lunch and other online stores for options to represent your favorite holiday classics. Wearing a “Hocus Pocus” sweatshirt or other themed merchandise can really jazz up your October, and as an added bonus, you can wear it all year round.
There are plenty of ways to celebrate this holiday season, but don’t settle for just the “week of.” Make the most of this holiday season, decor and fashion included. There is nothing wrong with going all out or going for the subtle look. So feel free to try out these style tips or try out some of your own to make the most of the spookiest time of the year.
