I Want to Be Comfy This Halloween, so I Found 7 Costume Ideas With Overalls
I don't think I'm alone in my appreciation for easy outfit ideas, and Halloween costumes are no exception. Whether you're in need of a last-minute costume or you're simply low-maintenance when it comes to planning for the celebration, there is one effortless piece that will definitely come in handy: a pair of overalls. Whether in denim or linen, full-length or shorts versions, dungarees make getting ready a cinch no matter the day. For Halloween, in particular, the costume possibilities that incorporate overalls are endless and take little to no effort to pull off.
With overalls, you can always go for more recognizable, basic costumes like a farmer or scarecrow. But if you're looking for something more stylish with a nod to pop culture, I have just the inspiration. Think throwbacks to the Olsen twins movie days, Demi Moore's iconic scene from Ghost, Meryl Streep's iconic character in Mamma Mia, and more. Keep scrolling to check out seven great no-fuss Halloween costume ideas with overalls. The best part is that most of these pieces can be seamlessly added to your wardrobe long after the Halloween parties are over.
1. Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen From It Takes Two
This Olsen twins reference from the '90s is not only a great costume idea for friends or sisters, but all the pieces are also currently on trend.
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The T-shirt is a great staple to wear with jeans and loungewear.
Plaid shirts are a staple, and I would wear this one long after Halloween is over.
2. Demi Moore From Ghost
This iconic movie scene from Ghost serves as great inspiration for your next costume. It's incredibly easy to pull off with a pair of denim overalls and a gray tank top. To complete the look, dab gray or white fabric paint all over the overalls to replicate the ceramic spots from the scene.
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3. Pippi Longstocking
Pippi Longstocking is a story character throwback that provides a fun and whimsical costume idea this season.
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4. Meryl Streep From Mamma Mia
Meryl Streep's character from Mamma Mia makes for a stylish yet comfortable Halloween costume. Fill up that tool belt and feel free to break into song.
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This tool belt can easily be repurposed as a gift or even help inspire you get some work done around the house.
5. Nicole Richie From The Simple Life
The Simple Life starring Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton was an iconic Y2K show that provided endless style inspiration for millennials. Find yourself a partner in crime to take on Paris's role and you're good to go.
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6. Mr. T
Eighties icon Mr. T is great for jewelry lovers out there. Just pile on your favorite chain necklaces, bracelets, and chunky earrings along with a red tank top and denim overalls.
7. Princess Diana
This pretty pastel Halloween costume idea goes out to the Princess Diana super fans. While it's more of a niche idea, it will definitely give you a break from the usual sporty Princess Di look everyone wears that involves a sweatshirt, biker shorts, and sneakers.
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This pretty printed top has a plethora of styling possibilities.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently an editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.
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