DIY plus size Halloween costumes are less wasteful
Plus size Halloween costumes can be easily done at home with some creativity. With Halloween only weeks away, we’re hoping to inspire you to dig through your closet for ideas! Rather than spend extra money on something you’ll only wear once, we encourage you to use one of your favorite Kiyonna styles. DIY plus size Halloween costumes are not only easy on the pocketbook, but are also less impactful when it comes to waste. That’s a total win-win, right? Making your own costume from home can take a little creativity, but you’d be surprised at what you can come up with. If you’re looking for plus size Halloween costumes for 2019, then you’ve come to the right place. Our plus size costume ideas are easy to recreate and require minimal effort to pull off.
Whichever witch suits you
What’s Halloween without a little hocus pocus? If you can’t decide whether you want to be a good or bad witch, fool everyone by being a wickedly charming witch! Probably one of the most popular plus size Halloween costumes, you can never go wrong with this choice. Our Essential Wrap Dress in black is the perfect style to work with. Simply pair this dress with festive striped tights, shiny black heels, and of course, a witch’s hat. For your makeup look, try a cat eye with a bold red lip, and ditch the green face paint. Chic and effortless, your plus size witch costume will charm the smallest of trick-or-treaters and their mummies.
A costume that honors tradition
Embody the beautiful Mexican tradition of honoring the dead as a decadent sugar skull in our Wildflower Embroidered Dress. Inspired by the folklore of vibrant sugar skulls, this is one costume idea that allows you to play with color. From pinks to teals to eye-catching reds and purples, the possibilities are endless. Channel your creativity and play with different designs to create a look that’s uniquely you. Then, use body jewels to accentuate your eyes and features. Complete your costume with a festive and colorful flower crown and a pair of gold statement earrings. If you don’t own this dress. you can also recreate this costume idea with any of our lace cocktail dresses.
We predict you’ll love this costume idea
You’ll be an absolute vision as a chic fortune teller in our Parisian Dream Evening Gown. One of our favorite plus size Halloween costume ideas, this entire look is pretty easy to put together, too. For your makeup, think light and dark contrasting colors. Brighten your eyes with a shimmery shadow and go for a dark, sultry red lip for a seductive and alluring look. To complete your sexy plus size Halloween look, don’t be afraid to over-accessorize. Have fun playing with hold chains, pearls, and Goti rings. A deck of tarot cards on hand will really elevate this chic plus size costume.
A wholesome witch comes to life
Other witches will be green with envy as you channel a good-hearted witch in our Leona Lace Gown in mauve. The ideal color for this costume, the secret to pulling off your look is by bringing on the sparkle. Look for eye-catching statement necklaces, as well as second-hand tiara crowns from your local thrift shop. The more sparkle you can find, the better. If you’ve been waiting to wear your plus size special occasion gown again, this is your chance. For your makeup look, opt for peach and pink tones so that you glow with goodness at your Halloween Party. Check out makeup artist Kandee Johnson’s tutorial on princess makeup, which is similar.
Where the good ghouls go for plus size Halloween costumes
If you’re looking to save a little time this Halloween, then look through your closet for some inspiration. Our styles were made to stand the test of time, so take your favorite Kiyonna dress for a spin this Halloween. You’ll not only save money on buying a run-of-the-mill costume, but you’ll be doing Mother Earth a favor, too. This year, think outside the box and allow your creativity to flourish. If you’re looking for more Halloween inspiration, check out our looks from last year here. Happy creating, ghouls!