8 Sustainable Halloween Costumes for 2022
Halloween is a week away and many are thinking about costumes, makeup, candy, and pumpkin-themed everything. Many people love Halloween because it's a day to express your creativity and spend time with friends and family. But like many holidays driven by overconsumption and consumerism, it leads to an excess of waste and promotes one-time use clothing. But that being said, there are many sustainable ways to lower your environmental impact this Halloween!
Let’s explore the ways in which Halloween can be sustainable and discover some eco-friendly Halloween costumes that can be reused and repurposed!
Pam and Tommy
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Inspired by the Hulu series, Pam and Tommy, Pamala Anderson and Tommy Lee is a perfect couples costume! Wear lots of leather with a simple white tank and some dark shades to complete this look. Don’t forget to go on TikTok and watch viral videos recreating Pamala Anderson’s iconic makeup and bombshell hair style.
Hocus Pocus 2
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Since the release of Hocus Pocus 2 this year on Disney +, prepare to see this trio costume this Halloween. Create these monochromatic loos by layering a solid-colored dress with a DIY cape. Accessorize with gold jewelry, fishnets, and a spooky witch hat. Get creative when recreating these costumes!
80’s Barbie Doll
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In light of the announcement of Barbie, starring Margot Robbie coming out next year, channel your inner Barbie with a neon outfit and lots of accessories. Pair a body suit over a pair of biker shorts to give that effortless 80’s Barbie look! Enhance your own features with colorful eyeshadow and pink blush.
Max from Stranger Things
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Be prepared to see many Stranger Things costumes this year! Max’s wardrobe is instantly recognizable and can be worn in your everyday life. Pair a blue windbreaker with some denim jeans and don't forget to pull your hair back into a low ponytail using a blue scrunchie.
Professional Tennis Player
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This is the perfect costume for you if you are sporty! TikTok has been a huge trendsetter in promoting the popular Halara crossover tennis skirts. Simply pair the skirt with a monochromatic athletic top and pull your hair into a ponytail. This is the perfect last-minute Halloween costume!
Rave-Festival Fashion
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Since the recent trend of rave-like fashion from the popular HBO show, Euphoria, pick your favorite rave outfit and don't forget to add glitter! This is the perfect costume for you to customize based on your personal style.
Clueless 90’s Fashion
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This instantly-recognizable yellow plaid blazer and skirt set worn by Cher is perfect if you love 90s fashion! For a similar look, pair a black plaid blazer and skirt set with thigh-high socks and a hat to dress like Dionne in the film.
Destiny’s Child Camouflage Cropped Set
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Arguably these are Destiny's Child's most recognizable outfits. Designed by Tina Knowles, the group’s official costume designer, this is a perfect group costume. Also, you can find many camo fashion pieces on clothing reselling apps like Depop and Poshmark!
These are just a few looks that incorporates sustainability in your Halloween costumes. But, if you are thinking about going in a different direction, here are some tips to have a sustainable Halloween and to save money!
Reuse decorations/ costumes from previous years
Keep old clothes that can be repurposed into Halloween costumes
Thrift! This is a great way to give clothes a new life, especially for those staple items that can be incorporated into a Halloween costume!
Customize your own trick-or-treat bag using an old pillowcase
If you are shopping for a costume, pick something that you see yourself wearing in the future!