Make Your Own Gossip Girl Blair Waldorf Costume for Halloween

With her carefully polished clothing and exquisite makeup, Blair Waldorf from Gossip Girl is the epitome of classic beauty. Scratch beneath the surface though and you'll find that this rich girl has quite the edge of her. Maybe that's what makes a Blair Waldorf Halloween costume so exciting. Gossip Girl is known for expensive clothing that most of us just can't afford. Even if you're on a budget, you can still capture the essence of Blair Waldorf in your costume. You'll need a few basics, but what you really need is the attitude.

Waldorf is known for her flowing brown locks. If you're a natural brunette, you just need to add some volume to your hair with a curling iron. Those with a different hair color should look for a wig that falls past the shoulders and has a slight wave to it. Try tucking your hair back with a headband in a bold color like red. On "Gossip Girl" Blair often favors a headband ala her idol Audrey Hepburn.

Pick a nice skirt that falls to the knee or slightly above, in a dark, rich color. Waldorf favors the preppy look even when she's not in class. Go for a classic denim skirt in a dark blue if you're really stumped. An A-line skirt or a fitted look works best.

Wear a fitted shirt with some feminine details like a ruffled hem or a bow at the neckline. Though the character's a prepster, she also loves to let her girly side out. A white eyelet top or a plain shirt with lace accents would be a great choice.

Add a tailored or fitted jacket to really boost up the Blair Waldorf look. Whether it's a striped blazer or a trench coat in an eye popping color like red or yellow, this Gossip Girl almost always tops off her outfit with a great coat. Plus you won't have to worry about freezing all night in your Halloween costume.

As for shoes, you can choose just about anything you want for your costume. Blair's been spotted wearing everything from colored flats and chunky heeled boots to stiletto Mary Janes and open toed sandals. Grab a pair that go with your outfit and look more expensive than they are.

Accessories are the real thing that will make your "Gossip Girl" costume come to life. Very rarely is Blair shown bare legged and even in the summer she wears tights. You should look for patterned tights or plain tights in a bright color. Several times she's worn bright red tights on the show. If you really want to copy this Gossip Girl look for Halloween, look for a ruby ring. Blair's signature piece is a gold ring with a heart shaped ruby in the center and she's seldom seen without it.

Don't forget that you have to keep Gossip Girl updated on the hot parties in town so keep your phone with you at all times and take a few pictures for posterity. Tuck everything into a sleek clutch or elegant leather bag when you're not using it and remember that you can't go wrong with air kisses.

If you really want to go as Blair Waldorf for Halloween, keep in mind that this pampered princess has a nasty side to her. Remember the rumors she spread when Serena returned to town or the things she said to Chuck after their breakup? Toss in a few catty comments about your friends or people you know to really get into the role.

You may be the only one in a Blair Waldorf costume at your Halloween party, but you'll definitely have fun. Until then, XOXO.