Create amazing (and simple!) Halloween costumes at home

Halloween is coming and, as always, it’s the perfect time to have fun creating spooky and creative costumes! But you don’t need to spend a fortune or look for complicated costumes. With a few items you already have at home, plus others you can buy at Forum Algarve and a little creativity, you can create looks that will impress! Here are a few tips to help you look your best this Halloween.

 

Classic ghost (with a modern twist)

Okay, we all know the trick of the white sheet with two eye holes. But how about adding an extra touch? Use a more elegant sheet, like one with lacy details, and combine it with large sunglasses and a hat! That way, you’ll have a more ‘fashionable’ ghost, perfect for any party. Shops that can help you with this costume are Zara Home and Bershka.

 

last-minute zombie

This one is easy and super effective. Use old clothes that you no longer wear and rip them up a bit to give them that ‘worn out’ look. Smear them with a little coffee or dirt for an even more realistic effect. For the face, use white powder or light foundation, dark shadows around the eyes, and finish with a little red lipstick to simulate blood. Voila, you have a scary zombie in just a few minutes! To get all the make-up you need, Primor is the place to go.

 

Scary doll

If you have an old dress and a bit of make-up, this costume is perfect! Comb your hair into braids or high buns and use make-up to create a doll’s face. Draw lines on your lips to simulate a stitched mouth and use blush on your cheeks to give it that ‘porcelain doll’ look. A little white powder on the face and you’ve got a doll that sends shivers down your spine! Pluricosmética has everything you need for an epic hairstyle.

 

Vintage Vampire

Got a white shirt and a black cape? Then you’re halfway there! Use a deep red lipstick and a little white powder on your face to give it that ‘deadly’ look. If you have time, draw some veins on your temples and around your eyes with an eye pencil. A pair of false teeth and some accessories from Claire’s complete the look.

 

Easy mummy

With a few rolls of bandage or even toilet paper, you can create a mummy in no time. Roll up carefully and secure the ends with transparent adhesive tape. To give it a more ‘authentic’ look, stain some parts with tea or coffee to make them look aged. A simple but effective disguise! Batista Pharmacy can give you a hand with this disguise.

 

Classic black cat

For those who want something quick and simple, the black cat never fails. Wear black clothes, use make-up to create a muzzle and whiskers and make some ears out of cardboard or even black ribbon. An improvised tail with a belt or scarf completes the look. Lefties has some black basics that are perfect for this costume.

 

This Halloween, get creative and make your costume a masterpiece with the help of Forum Algarve’s shops! And don’t forget to share your creations with us. Have fun! 🎃👻