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9+ last minute Halloween costume ideas

A better costume than me? Now, that's just witch-ful thinking.

WASHINGTON — If Halloween has crept up on you this year and you haven't even thought about a costume, don't worry WUSA9 has you covered.

Whether you're going for "too cute to spook" or something a little more scary, here are 9+ Halloween costume ideas to help you get you inspired. 

1.) Barbie

  • Afraid that you'll have the same costume as everyone else? Don't be, the whole point is that everyone can be Barbie. Try switching up Barbie's profession for a unique and personalized costume to you. 
  • Feel free to add a Ken if you have one. 
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2.) Bob Ross

  • This unisex costume is sure to be a hit. All you need is a curly-haired wig, a painters pallet, blue jeans, and a button-down shirt. 
  • For a personal touch, bring your own painting along with. 
Credit: Courtesy of Franklin Park Arts Center
Happy Accidents: An Exhibit of Original Bob Ross Paintings will be on display at the Franklin Park Arts Center September 15,.

3.) Men in Black

  • Who doesn't want to impersonate a government agent who hunts down aliens?
  • For this costume, all you'll need is a black jacket, black pants, black shoes, black tie and a white shirt. Don't forget to add dark sunglasses!
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4.)Bachelor/Bachlorette

  • Break out your finest dress or suit and pair it was a red rose to go as a contestant on the popular matchmaking show. 
Red roses signify passionate love.

5.) Work From Home

  • A costume that everyone already has in their closet...Go ahead and break out that blazer and pair it with a pair of PJ pants. 
  • You'll just need to look professional from the waist up for this Zoom meeting appropriate costume. 
Credit: Vadim Pastuh - stock.adobe.com
A mature business woman wearing stylish eyeglasses is using laptop for remote work from home, a senior lady answering emails, preparing report, researching

6.) Identity Thief

  • Put on your favorite all-black outfit and cover yourself in name tags.
  • A face disguise would be a nice added touch. 
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7.) Bojack Horseman

  • For this one, you'll need to purchase a horse mask. They can be found at most Halloween stores.
  • For the outfit, you'll need to pair a long blue shirt underneath a blazer.
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8.) The Notorious R.B.G.

  • Start with a black robe, add the iconic white collar, pull your hair back, and add some glasses to transform into the late and great Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. 
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RBG

9.) Little Mermaid

  • Try replacing Ariel's seashell bra with a purple crop top and her tail with a green maxi skirt/dress for an easy at-home DIY look.
  • Go ahead and wear any seashell jewelry you have for an added touch.

10.) Wednesday Adams 

  • In order to recreate her infamous look, you'll need a black dress with a white collar, black tights, black shoes, and your hair parted down the middle in two braids (or a wig). 
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11.) Bernie Sanders 

  • Dress up like the Vermont senator on Inauguration Day by just wearing a grey winter coat, blue surgical mask, and, of course, knitted mittens.
Credit: Via Reese Waters Twitter

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