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Last Minute Halloween Costumes ft. Things You Already Own
Halloween always sneaks up on us... One day, you’re sipping your pumpkin spice latte and scrolling through fall outfit inspo, and the next you’re staring into your closet wondering how to pull together a costume in less than 48 hours.
The bad news? It’s definitely too late to order a full-blown costume. The good news? You don’t need a full-blown costume to make a statement. You just need jewelry.
Whether you’re going all-out or just showing up to a friend’s party with a little flair, the right pieces can transform your look instantly. Here are some last-minute Halloween costume ideas you can pull off using your own wardrobe (and your jewelry box).
1. Cleopatra: The Golden Queen
All you need: a white dress, bold eyeliner, and layers of gold jewelry.
Think thick gold chains, gold cuffs, statement earrings, and lots of stacked rings. Cleopatra’s power wasn’t just in her crown, it was in her confidence (and her riches). The more gold and jewel tones, the better.
Add a slick braid or slick straight hair and you’re ready to rule the night.
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
Herringbone Chain Necklace, Henrietta
Timeless Solid Gold Hoop Earrings, Wren
14k Ribbed Diamond Hoop Earrings, Hanna
Vintage Marquise Emerald Ring, Zephyra
Textured Lab Grown Diamond Ring Zahlia
2. 90s It Girl: Effortless & Edgy
All you need: a slip dress or lace cami and low rise jeans, leather jacket, slicked hair, and big hoops.
Think “off-duty model” meets “iconic nostalgia”. A slip dress or lace camisole with an oversized jacket, hair slicked back or in a messy bun, and a staple pair of hoops, diamond studs, and layered chains.
It’s easy, cool, and gives the perfect “I didn’t try too hard” energy (even though you did a little).
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
30mm Inside-Out Natural Diamond Hoop Earrings, Kylee
Dainty Cable Chain Necklace, Jane
3. Rockstar: Bold, Glam, and a Little Dangerous
All you need: black jeans, a graphic tee, and statement jewelry.
Layer all of your favorite leather pieces and boots with chunky chains. Add your craziest shaped rings, and mix metals and embody that “I just finished a world tour” energy.
Add dark eyeliner, a sly smirk, and you’re basically headlining!
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
Pointed Star Charm Earrings, Skylar
Diamond Spike Station Necklace, Roxy
Lab Grown Diamond Spike Bangle, Akari
4. Audrey Hepburn: Breakfast at Tiffany’s
All you need: a little black dress, updo, and pearl jewelry.
Classic. Iconic. Timeless. A chance to pull out your LBD for yet another occasion. Throw on a tiara and your beloved pearls for the completed Audrey Hepburn reference. A simple pearl strand necklace paired with pearl drop earrings and matching bracelet makes this look a chic, easy, and instantly recognizable moment.
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
Akoya Pearl Diamond Stud Earrings, Panni
Pearl Station Necklace, Pearla
5. Angel or Fairy: Light, Shimmer, and Sparkle.
All you need: a white skirt outfit, dewy makeup, and sparkling stones.
For those who love something whimsical, this one's for you. Think sheer textures, light colored and glowy makeup, and delicate diamonds or crystal jewelry that catches the light.
The idea is to have the entire room catch you sparkling from the second you enter. ✨
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
Multi Diamond Drop Charm Huggies, Aneria
Dainty Star Drop Necklace, Stella
Diamond Butterfly Chain Studs, Phoebe
Moonstone and Diamond Engagement Ring, Claire
6. Modern Witch: Chic and Mysterious
All you need: an all-black outfit, witch hat, gold jewelry, and dark gemstones.
All black everything-- but make it spooky. Pair your outfit with dark gemstones, gold rings, and layered chains for a touch of drama. Think “mystical” more than “costume store”.
💡Sarah Elise pieces to style it with:
Amethyst Citrine Engagement Ring, Aqila
Rhodolite and Topaz Statement Ring, Irene
Dainty Oval Amethyst Necklace, Rahaf
BONUS: Easy Charm Add-Ons
All you need: A hoop earring of any size!
If you don’t want to commit to a costume at all, our brand new Halloween themed earring charms are a perfect way to make any outfit or look festive without the fuss. Choose anyone of our six new charms to throw on your choice of hoop earring and voilà! You have the perfect transformed earring and Halloween look that says I tried, without even trying.
Sometimes the best costumes are the ones built from what you already have– just styled with a little intention (and sparkle). Jewelry doesn’t just complete a Halloween look, it transforms it. From Cleopatra’s gold to Audrey’s pearls, your accessories can turn “I forgot to plan” into “effortlessly chic”.
SO before you panic-buy what’s left at your local Spirit Halloween, peek into your jewelry box, you might already have everything you need.
And if you’re missing that perfect finishing touch, shop Sarah Elise Jewelry for pieces that go beyond October 31st. After all, timeless gold and diamonds never go out of season.
