By: Avery Niedrowski By: Avery Niedrowski | September 26, 2022 | Style & Beauty,
No costume? No problem. Chances are you have found yourself scrambling to find an outfit for a last-minute costume party each time Halloween rolls around. This year, ditch the only plastic ensemble you could find at your local party store, and try one of these simple yet stunning makeup looks. You don’t need an elaborate costume to impress; use inspiration from these beauty gurus to celebrate the holiday in style, and without the uncomfortable chafing.
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If you don’t want to risk knocking over your friend’s favorite vase in an inflated blueberry costume, this simple look will do the trick! Douse on the purple shadow and grab your bubblegum for this iconic Violet Beauregarde look. Grab some friends to coordinate, and you can all visit Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory together. Watch a tutorial here.
Grab your black eyeliner; it’s time to be a glam scarecrow. Throw on anything plaid with this stunning look, and you’ve got it all together. You may scare off the crows with this makeup, but your crush is bound to B-line your way. Get a tutorial here.
Deer
Chocolate candies melted all over your white Marilyn Monroe costume? Oh, deer! We’ve got you covered with this super simple deer makeup look. Draw a button nose, shade your temples with bronzer, and pop on a few spots. Be careful this haunting season as you will be the target of many male suitors and maybe some hunters. Get a tutorial here.
Ever since Margot Robbie took on the role of Harley Quinn, we have been privy to pigtail-wearing and bat-carrying each Halloween. And for a good reason, this costume is as sexy and straightforward as you can get. Put the ‘fun’ in funeral with this iconic makeup look. Get a tutorial here.
Bats are a classic symbol of the spooky season, and this easy look will have you spreading your wings in no time. Sink your fangs into this makeup look, and you’re bound to find love at first bite. For others’ amusement, or your own, bring along a list of bad, bat puns to spice up your small talk. Now, bat’s all, folks! Get a tutorial here.
Girly and trendy, this butterfly makeup look is the perfect ensemble for this year’s festivities. Each butterfly wing is unique, and so are you! Make the look your own and choose to blend your favorite colors or draw inspiration from your favorite guru. Add barrettes that compliment your eyeshadows for a memorable makeup moment this Halloween. Get a tutorial here.
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