With Halloween just around the corner and potential party invites rolling in, you may need to whip up a costume in a flash.

While ready-made costumes are convenient, they often end up forgotten in closets or tossed away after the holiday. A study by Boston University found that Americans discarded 34 billion pounds of textiles in 2022.

By reusing items from your wardrobe or adding a few simple pieces, you can reduce waste and create a costume that stands out.

Here are three easy last-minute Halloween costume ideas.

Witch

A witch costume is a time-honored favorite and can be assembled quickly with black clothing.

Pair black jeans with a black band t-shirt and boots for a punk-inspired witch look. Alternatively, dress in a pencil dress and carry a cylindrical object to create a sophisticated Bauhaus-inspired witch.

This year, the witch costume didn’t make the cut on Google’s list of trending costumes after ranking fourth in 2023.

Waldo

Dressing up as Waldo from the “Where’s Waldo” books is perfect for those who need a costume in a hurry, as it only requires a few key items.

A red and white striped shirt can easily be found at many stores, and a pair of jeans along with sneakers will complete the look, as they are staples in most closets.

This costume is versatile; you can choose different attitudes since Waldo has no specific personality beyond his signature outfit.

Hippie

Going for a hippie vibe is a fun way to transform everyday clothes into a Halloween costume.

A tie-dye t-shirt makes a statement, and pairing it with a denim vest or a messy hairstyle enhances the look.

Jeans are great for the bottom half, and if time permits, wide-legged corduroy pants would also be stylish for fall while fitting the costume theme.