Runway2Hallway's Last Minute Halloween Costumes

Ok. Halloween is this Friday and you don’t have your costume yet. Well, no problem, we have some fun costumes that you can get spending little money or from clothes you have at home.

Blast From the Past
For Halloween what’s more fun that a blast from the past. You can look totally groovy or rad by dressing 60’s or 80’s this Halloween. For 60’s grab a tie-dye shirt, old jeans, and some flip flops or boots. Straighten your hair until it’s stick straight or put it in braids the night before for some boho waves. Then add a flower child headband around the top of your head (see right) and a flower and tada! You’re totally groovy for Halloween night. For 80’s grab a oversized sweatshirt and cut it so it slouches off the shoulder (see 80's singer Cyndi Lauper left), and add bright leggings and legwarmers. Pair them with a bright colored tank (for underneath the sweatshirt) white sneakers, and some huge, bright colored hoops and you’ll be ready for a totally rad night.

Wicked Witch
Sure it’s a classic but you can put a modern spin on it to make it yours. You can use a simple black dress, or black jeans and a black tank. Pair it with black shoes, some fun jewelry and of course a witch hat, grab your broom and a wand and you’ll look go from head to toe.

Sport Star
Yea I know it sounds kinda boring, but with a few simple twists you can make a old uniform a cute costume. For a basketball player you can make it old school (like in the team seen left). Find some old 80’s cotton short shorts, and wear them with a jersey for that old school baller look. Add some knee high tube socks and classic converse for a authentic look. And of course don’t forget some sweat bands for your hair and wrists. Add a side ponytail and you’ll be ready for some old school fun. Or you can use a friend’s football jersey and go as a cute football player. Wear the jersey with some black leggings, and old tennis shoes or soccer/softball cleats (if you have them). Add some face paint, sweatbands and a football and touchdown!


These are just a few of the awesome costumes you can get from Halloween. Most of the time you can get a great costume using stuff you have at home. You can take old tired costume ideas and make them totally your own by putting your personal twist on them. All it takes is some fun accessories and a little creativity to get a totally cute costume. Happy Halloween!

Runway2Hallway's Guide to Sweats

It’s winter and what’s better than going home after a long day and changing into your favorite pair of sweats? Wearing them to school for all day coziness of course! But like anything else there is a right way and a wrong way to wear sweats. So we created a guide to help you look cute while being comfy.

Rule #1: Stick to sweatpants that aren't super baggy. They can be slouchy sure, but baggy sweats make you look sloppy and careless, not to mention shorter. Straight or flare leg pants will look best. Brands that make great straight or flare legged sweats are Victoria’s Secret PINK, Juicy Couture, American Eagle aerie, and Hollister Co. Cropped sweats like the Victoria’s Secret PINK sweats shown will also work.

Rule #2: Contrast baggy and slouchy sweats with a fitted top. A fitted long sleeve tee, Henley, or tank top will balance out the slouchy-ness of the sweats. Same goes with jackets, try to keep it fitted

Rule #3: Try not to wear ratty old sweats. They’re perfect for around the house and weekends, but if you’re going to school try to wear a nicer pair (i.e. no holes, non-ratty etc.). You’ll look more put together.

Rule #4: Choose appropriate footwear. Try to stick to tennis shoes or flip flops. Mini ankle Ugg boots (or ankle sheepskin boots) are also great with sweats and super comfy. Anything nicer or dressier else might not look right.

Rule #5: Everyone knows that some days you just want to roll out of bed and walk out the door. But if you’re going to wear sweats keep it simple and pretty. Wear light, natural make-up, but put a little effort into your hair and make-up.

So get out there and rock your favorite pair of sweats. You know you'll be comfy while looking cute.