Halloween is coming, and you still haven’t got a costume. We had a feeling it might come to this, so Jack’s got your back: here are some cheap and easy suggestions to help you save face:
Bill Belichick: Cut the sleeves short on a Patriots sweatshirt, slip on some sneakers, athletic pants, and a headset. And since New England is undefeated thus far, you can go ahead and look pleased with yourself. Cost: $5-$40, depending on if you already have the sweatshirt.
Game Show Host: Go to the thrift store, and pick up a checked coat, polyester slacks, and the tackiest loafers you can find. Heavy on the hairspray (think helmet) and cheesy grin. A microphone (find one in the toy department at Target or WalMart, cheap) will complete the picture. Cost: $5-$25, and if you’re going as a couple, she can dress up as the lovely assistant.
Identity Crisis: Cover yourself with “Hello: My Name is _____��? stickers. Done. Cost: $3 for the stickers.
Leftovers: Wrap yourself artfully in aluminum foil, and stick on a big label that says “leftovers.��? Alternatively, wear a clear plastic garbage bag, emblazoned with the word “Ziploc.��? Cost: $0-$3, depending on if you have the foil or bags aleady.
And if you just don’t have the time or money (or inclination) to really pull it together, go ahead and click here to print out a mask (choose from Britney Spear, Barrack Obama, and more), for just the cost of paper and ink.
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