5 Make Your Own Cheap Couples Costumes for Halloween

Old Lady and Old Man: Been married a long time? This might be the perfect do it yourself couples costume! Guys wear polyester pants, an old plaid shirt. Ladies wear a flowery dress and cardigan. These clothes should be available cheap at a thrift store. Both of you add eyeglasses around your neck and a white wig for $7.99.

Cowboy and Cowgirl: Make your own Texan getup with your jeans, and a flannel shirt. Cowboy hats can be obtained used or here for $4.49. Walk with a strut and talk with a twang to make the perfect couple of cowboys. Add a large belt buckle if you have one.

Nurse and Doctor: Men wear scrubs, obtained at a thrift store or Wal-mart. Ladies go in a white dress with a red cross drawn above the breast. Add stethescopes or name tags to complete this cheap Halloween couple's costume.

Hippies: Jeans and a flowery, tie dye, or peace loving t-shirt. For jewelry choose long beaded necklaces, clunky bracelets, and plastic rings. Carry flowers and offer them to people while sayings "Peace, and Love" many times. Anti-war buttons would be a nice touch if you have some.

Prom King and Queen: Dig in the back of your closet for an old suit and prom dress. Use cardboard to make crowns and cover them with tin foil. Find some flowers and have her carry a bouquet while he puts one in his breast pocket. Keep asking to have your picture taken and giggle a lot.

For more ideas, check out 10 Make Your Own Cheap Halloween Costume Ideas. Many of those can be doubled to work as a couples costume if you are set on pairing up with your sweetheart. Add your own touch to any of these costumes to make it yours, and you'll be a hit at Halloween with little time and cost!