Top Five Homemade Couples Halloween Costumes

Angie M
You don't have to look for the perfect his and her Halloween costumes this year. There are many homemade Halloween costume ideas that couples have to choose from. Whether you are looking for something spooky or spectacular, you can create this look yourself. There are five homemade Halloween costumes for him and her that are perfect for this year.

One of my personal favorite couples Halloween costumes is Frankenstein and his bride. The look is simple and easy to create. Did I mention that it is also inexpensive? An old suit and the dress can usually be found lying around the house. Face paint can be purchased for an additional dollar or so at many stores, as well as hair paint. Your Frankenstein needs dark hair and green face paint. However, the bride needs the white face paint with black/white streaks in the hair. The hair should be teased upward for maximum effect.

Another contemporary but classic homemade Halloween costume for couple's is the doctor/nurse duo. A lab coat or jacket and scrubs is all that is needed to achieve this costume. These may cost $30 or more at most retailers, a piece, which is only one good reason to create the costume yourself. Even if you don't already have scrubs, they can be purchased cheap at many thrift shops. The only real cost associated with this homemade Halloween costume is the stethoscope. Kits that contain this and similar items can be purchased for as little as $5 though.

Danny and Sandy from Grease is also a great choice for his and her costumes this Halloween. Tight pants, a leather jacket, a white tee shirt, and slicked back hair is all that he will need to look like Danny. Most people will already have these items in their closet. In addition, Sandy needs a long skirt with a little bit of swing and a nice top. Don't forget to add the ponytail. What is so great about this couple's homemade Halloween costume is that no matter how many dress as one of these fun loving characters, each look is somewhat unique.

Jack and Jill is even easier to create than these other costumes and is probably the least expensive. A straw hat, flannel shirt, and worn jeans are easy finds. To authenticate the look, Jack should wear some suspenders and Jill should have some pigtails. Adding freckles to either will help compliment this homemade Halloween costume.

Ranked one of the best couples Halloween costumes is Cinderella and her Prince Charming. An old prom dress, big hair, and makeup that you already have completes Cinderella's look. However, glass shoes are hard to come by, purchasing a pair of clear shoes is the best option. Prince Charming only needs a suit and to get cleaned up.

These are just a few of the many homemade Halloween costume ideas for couples. Use your imagination and create something unique this year. Add your own personal spin to each costume and you will be sure to wow the crowd.

Published by Angie M

In addition to freelance writing, I am currently a nursing student. Although many of my articles focus on healthcare and related topics, I write about a variety of things. Specialties include marketing,ghost...  View profile

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  • Jolynne M Hudnell9/5/2009

    Cute, inexpensive ideas!

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