Dressing as your favorite influencer or celebrity doesn't have to mean buying an expensive costume.

Maine Ingenuity Leads to Creative Costumes

Halloween costumes can cost a lot, especially if you're going for a pop culture icon. But you don't always need the commercial costume to look like your favorite character.

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When I was growing up, my Mom would direct us to the box of last year's costumes and say, 'Pick one.' Of course, this was after we'd nearly grown out of trick-or-treating and were more excited about the candy than the clothes.

Maybe it's because of those years that I think creating a costume, rather than buying one off the rack, is more fun.

Making a Trending Halloween Costume is Fun and Saves Money

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