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Just how costly is Halloween? According to the National Retail Federation, Americans spent a record $10.5 billion last year on the ghoulish holiday. That amounts to more than $120 per family of four or about $31 per person. Indeed, while that’s a lot of money to spend, there are several ways to save this year.

In fact, what if we told you there’s a way to steal the show on Halloween without necessarily breaking the bank? Below are tips for trendy, low-budget Halloween costume ideas that will undoubtedly turn heads at the party.

1. Raid Your Closet

The simplest and cheapest way to make a Halloween costume is to recycle any old clothes you have lying around. The idea is to use an old piece of clothing as a centerpiece for a spooky costume and let Google do the rest. For instance, if you have a spare jumpsuit in your closet, then Google can reveal tons of creative costumes you can create from it in a jiffy. For a NASA-inspired look, you can draw inspiration from the astronauts who took part in 2019’s historic all-woman spacewalk. The idea here is to let your creative juices flow.

2. Hit Your Local Thrift Store

Who said thrifting is outdated? Your local consignment shop could very well be a Halloween gold mine waiting to be explored. You’re likely to find tons of worthwhile Halloween costumes for adults that have only been worn once. Chances are those costumes would cost considerably less compared to if you bought new ones.

3. Keep Your Options Open

Just because you were dead set on that Harley Quinn costume this year doesn’t mean you can’t get another affordable but equally epic costume. Strapped for Halloween costume ideas that won’t break your bank? Fret not. There are dozens of online retailers out there ready to offer you the deal of a lifetime. Wherever you shop, take advantage of low prices and convenient ordering/delivery for a Halloween shopping experience like no other.

4. Accessorize, Accessorize, Accessorize!

Don’t be afraid to invest in accessories. Remember, a Halloween costume is only as good as the accessories on it. The best part? Accessories are incredibly cheap. Here is your chance to go all out. Visit your local thrift store or scour online to find trendy yet cheap add-ons near you. You’ll likely stumble upon glasses, belts, shoes, makeup, masks, wigs, and the like. You can also DIY you Samurai costume and to complete your halloween costume, here is a Samurai Katana sword for sale and to find the ideal sword for you, one that not only cuts with the accuracy of a scalpel but also enables you to claim, “This represents me.” The more accessories you add, the more expensive and stylish the costume will look without having to break the bank.

Aim to Save Money This Year

While everyone else in your circle might be planning to spend the big bucks on Halloween costumes this year, you can choose to be different and improvise instead. Take advantage of these and other low-cost options, add in the accessories where you can, and endeavor to be at your creative best. The end result will be a Halloween costume to remember, all without drilling a hole in your budget. How’s that for killing two birds with one stone? All the best as you prepare to steal the show this coming Halloween!