Hate spending money on Halloween costumes that you can only wear once? I've partnered with Mirum Shopper to share this easy DIY witch costume that you can repurpose after Halloween is over.
Halloween was fun when I was a kid, but now that I've got kids of my own it's REALLY fun! I love going all out on their costumes and I even like to get dressed up myself to take them trick-or-treating. Last year I played it simple and picked up a fun superhero t-shirt to coordinate with my little Superman. This year I wanted something a little more sophisticated, BUT I hate spending money on costumes that I can only wear once. That's why I'm putting together my very own DIY witch look with items that I can repurpose long after Halloween ends. I was able to get most of the items right at Target so that's a major plus for this busy mom.
Easy DIY witch costume
First, you'll need a few things from the Target beauty aisle. Besides some makeup to create a smokey eyes and a rich lip color, you'll need some hair care items from a few of my favorite brands to create a bewitchingly beautiful look. To achieve gorgeous, loose curls with tons of body, pick up TRESemmé® Climate Control Hairspray and Suave Professionals® Keratin Color Care Dry Shampoo, then follow the easy steps below:
Using Ponds Cold Cream Cleanser to take your makeup off is an old family secret around here. Believe me, it works! Of course you'll be able to use these products after Halloween too. Don't forget to download the Cartwheel app to spooky savings on Unilever products.
Now, onto our easy DIY witch costume. Instead of spending upwards of $80-$100 on a deluxe witch costume that you'll wear just one, skip the green face paint and dated long black dress and go a little glam! I picked up a black tulle skirt a few months ago for less than $30 and I've worn it quite a few times. I wore it with a simple tank top and high heels on a date night with my husband and I plan on doing a little Disney bounding this fall. For this look, pair your tulle skirt with a simple black t-shirt. You can find these anywhere and go as dressy or casual as you'd like. This is definitely an item you can reuse later, or maybe you already have one on hand. You can find the black booties, striped socks and witch hat at Target. And excuse me, but how awesome are those booties?! I'll be wearing them all fall and winter long. Plus, since they're from Target you know you won't be spending a fortune.
Whatever look you decide to go with this year, be sure to head to the beauty aisle at Target to stock up on the products that will help bring your Halloween look to life. Plus, you’ll save with Cartwheel when you add select Unilever personal care products to the cart. Now that's bewitching!
What are you planning to be for Halloween?
I'd love to hear all about it!
Disclosure: Post sponsored by Mirum Shopper. All opinions are 100% my own. Images courtesy of: Tulle Skirt: Belle Poque / Shirt: Doublju / Hat: Target / Cosmetics: Target / Socks: Target / Shoes: Target.
Stephanie F says
Oh i hate spending money on Halloween costumes too! This is such a good idea, thanks for sharing!!
Cathy Jarolin says
This is a really cute & clever way to have an awesome costume that you can take off after Halloween and use the items over and over again. Plus you will look really snazzy on Halloween! I wonder how many different costumes you can do the same thing with...I had my fun on Halloween when my kids were young. Now they have their own Kids & Grand kids to have fun with on Halloween. You have a Safe & Happy Halloween! :O)~~~
Amber Ludwig says
Such a great idea!! We used to dress up every year but since having my son we are always so focused on what he'll be we usually end up not dressing up ourselves!! So this year I think I will be a Mom who steals my kiddo's candy 😉 Sounds like a pretty great costume to me 🙂
Cheryl Wilson says
Love to repurpose. Halloween is only one night. It is silly to spend such money on something only worn once. This is really cute!
Elizabeth Hernandez says
Such a great idea. My kids always ask if I'm dressing up but I don't want to spend a ridiculous amount of money on something I will only water for 1 night.
Heather Cahill says
Very Cute!!!
Jeanna Massman says
What a good idea! I love saving money and re-purposing.
Alison says
Great ideas - you could probably pick up some of the beauty items just about any where - but Target does have the cartwheel so that is helpful. It is also funny because I think I may go as a witch this year, as well as my oldest daughter - but she is more interested in one of the witches from Harry Potter - so we would look a little different and I already have the hat! Great tips I think I will try them, thanks for sharing!
Heather Mann says
I love to do family theme costumes, but it doesn't happen anymore now that my kids are older. My husband decided to be a Sith Lord...and I refuse to be a Star Wars character again 🙂 I was not going to dress up, but this is a great idea. A costume and a new outfit rolled into one! Score!
April Hooks says
This is such a cute idea!
Katt Lewis says
I'd like to be a scary clown, like Killer Klowns from Outer Space or the clown on American Horror Story and do a little video like all the clown sightings that are going around...hahaha
Angela Landskron says
Love that you can continue to use the other elements of this costume beyond Halloween!
Kelly Freeman says
The best thing about this costume is that it can be repurposed. I try to do that with my 4 kids costumes as well.
April Monty says
I love this costume and so easy to do,abd priced right too.
Kathryn Cooper says
I could wear this everyday ,minus the hat!
Ashley Castagnetto says
This is such an awesome low budget costume idea!! Thank you so much!
karen cairns says
that's what I'm going t be this year~!
Karen Propes says
Love this idea, I don't go out to parties much anymore. I love to dress up and give out candy, so much fun. Using these tips and beauty ideas, I will be a great witch with great skin and hair! Thanks for sharing
Linda Manns says
This is such a great idea. I love shopping at Target so it makes this project easier. Thank you so much for sharing
Deana Mooney says
Awesome idea! What a wonderful way to have everyday things that have multiple purposes. Everyone needs a black outfit.
patrick jones says
i always enjoy creating something vs just buying something all the time!
DENISE LOW says
This witch costume is really cute. Thank you for sharing. Great ideas.
Mia says
What a fun idea. I especially like the socks and shoes for the witch costume.
Michelle Richardson says
Fun idea! I'll have to try repurposing!
Pamela Smith says
Very cute costume
Amber r says
I love a good witch costume. This is a great excuse to buy a poofy tutu skirt for myself! Also, pretty sure my daughters preschool teacher read this blog because she looked EXACTLY like this.
jennifer Babich says
Love the angle of this article! Green, thrifty and pRACTICAL
Brandy Bramblett says
Awesome refurb costume idea!!
Michelle Elizondo says
Such a fun costume idea.
Kathryn Cooper says
What ...this is what I wear everyday?!
Lisa Coomer Queen says
Great idea!
Monica Ray says
this is cool
Lorna Patrick says
I really love this!! Thank you for the post !
Marilyn says
Thanks for this useful information.
Marilyn
Jessie says
I love this idea! I've been making my own costumes since sixth grade and now I make my boyfriends little girls. I made a bloody Carrie costume for myself this year and we were all zombies last year. (Makeup and costumes put together at home)
Krissy mcguinness says
So simple and cute I always struggle to find a perfect costume when I'm on a budget
Heather Cahill says
Love this idea! Looks so much fun too!
kayla sheehan says
love costumes you can re purpose! and it's cute too!
Kimberley Pettyjohn says
This is such a great idea! Its so awesome that the stuff u buy for Halloween that u can use for other every day things! Saves money & is very resourseful!
Heidi Salisbury says
love the idea
Sarita m says
This year was the first year I've done DIY costumes (only for the kids this time) but I really want to dress up all of us next year! These are some great tips!
Michelle Elizondo says
So cute!
Paige Hullaby says
This would be a cool idea for a diy costume party!!!