Last-Minute Pop Culture Costumes from Goodwill of Silicon Valley: Complete Your Look with 35% Off New Halloween Accessories
Are you hoping to channel a fan-favorite character or make a pop culture statement this Halloween? Goodwill of Silicon Valley has you covered with easy, budget-friendly costumes inspired by today’s most iconic figures! By mixing thrifted pieces with our new Halloween products (now 35% off), you can bring your costume ideas to life while staying sustainable and unique.
Let’s explore how you can recreate some of this year’s trending looks.
1. Barbie from Barbie
If you’re feeling nostalgic or inspired by the year’s biggest pop culture phenomenon, Barbie is the perfect choice!
- Thrifted Pink Pieces: Head straight to Goodwill’s clothing racks to find pink tops, skirts, dresses, or jackets. Anything vibrant pink with a vintage vibe is ideal!
- New Accessories to Complete the Look: Goodwill’s new Halloween accessories, now 35% off, offer add-ons like bold jewelry, sunglasses, or even a tiara for that quintessential Barbie flair.
- Add-On Ideas: Style your hair in Barbie’s classic high ponytail, or consider some pink-tinted hair spray to really embrace the look.
Whether you’re going for a retro Barbie or a modern take, Goodwill has everything you need for this iconic costume.
2. Mario or Luigi from Super Mario
Everyone recognizes these lovable video game characters! With some simple pieces and a few accessories, you can bring these brothers to life.
- Thrift the Overalls and Tops: Look for blue overalls, jeans, or even denim skirts to mimic their classic outfits. Pair with a thrifted red or green t-shirt depending on whether you’re going as Mario or Luigi.
- Complete the Look with New Accessories: Pick up a Halloween hat or add-on in red or green, and consider gloves and a fake mustache from Goodwill’s discounted Halloween items.
- Extra Fun: Bring along a thrifted toy or DIY a mini mushroom to complete the Mario universe vibe!
This costume is instantly recognizable, simple to put together, and will bring smiles everywhere you go.
3. Wednesday Addams from Wednesday
With the recent resurgence of The Addams Family, Wednesday Addams is a Halloween classic with a twist.
- Thrift the Basics: Hunt for a black dress with a high collar or white shirt underneath—anything dark, moody, and slightly preppy is perfect.
- Add Finishing Touches with New Halloween Items: Goodwill’s Halloween collection can provide you with black tights, lace gloves, or dark accessories to capture that gothic charm.
- Makeup and Hair: A touch of black lipstick and dark eyeliner will nail the look, and don’t forget Wednesday’s iconic braids.
This costume is equal parts spooky and stylish, perfect for fans of dark humor and mysterious vibes.
4. Ted Lasso from Ted Lasso
With a thrifted track jacket and a few simple props, you’ll be everyone’s favorite coach!
- Find a Thrifted Track Jacket or Sweater: Look for a blue or red track jacket, or layer a thrifted blue sweater over a collared shirt.
- Add Ted’s Signature Mustache: Goodwill’s 35%-off Halloween products include fake mustaches, sunglasses, and perhaps even a whistle to complete the coach look.
- Finishing Touch: Ted’s positivity is his trademark, so bring along a little notebook or clipboard to jot down ‘team plays’ and bring his optimistic energy wherever you go.
This costume is easy, comfortable, and brings a pop culture favorite to life.
5. The Yellowjackets Soccer Player
Whether you’re a fan of the dark, mysterious series or simply want a quick costume, dressing up as a character from Yellowjackets is a great choice!
- Thrift a Soccer Uniform: Look for thrifted jerseys, shorts, or athletic wear in yellow and black to mimic the team colors.
- Add Survivalist Accessories: Use Goodwill’s discounted Halloween items to add ‘outdoor’ touches like a small backpack or face paint to evoke the survival theme.
- A Slightly ‘Wild’ Look: Tease your hair or use Goodwill’s hair chalks or sprays to look like you’ve been in the wilderness.
You’ll embody the show’s intensity and mystery with this simple yet effective costume.
6. Tedros from The Idol
If you’re looking for something edgy and different, Tedros is the look to go for.
- Thrift an All-Black Outfit: Go for black slacks, a loose-fitting button-up, and a blazer or leather jacket.
- Embrace the Accessories: Pick up dark glasses, rings, and accessories from Goodwill’s Halloween collection to complete the look, plus add fake tattoos if you want to fully commit.
- Style Your Hair: Slicked-back hair or adding some dark gel helps capture the character’s dark, gritty persona.
This costume is mysterious and effortlessly stylish, perfect for those who want to make a bold statement this Halloween.
7. Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour Look
Channel one of Beyoncé’s show-stopping Renaissance tour looks for Halloween glam like no other.
- Thrift a Sparkly Outfit: Search Goodwill for sequined or metallic clothing—anything that shines, like a bold dress, top, or bodysuit.
- Complete the Look with New Accessories: Goodwill’s 35%-off Halloween accessories can add finishing touches like large hoop earrings, bracelets, or a dazzling hairpiece.
- Add Extra Flair: Consider a toy microphone or add silver accents to your outfit to truly embody the Queen Bey look.
Show up ready to dazzle as the superstar herself with an outfit that’s both iconic and affordable!
Embrace a Sustainable Halloween with Thrifted Pop Culture Costumes
Shopping at Goodwill not only makes it easy to find creative and affordable Halloween costumes, but it’s also a way to make Halloween more sustainable. By choosing thrifted items, you’re keeping gently used clothing in circulation, helping reduce textile waste, and embracing a greener approach to costume-making.
Head to Goodwill of Silicon Valley for Your Halloween Essentials
With 35% off new Halloween items to pair with your thrifted finds, you have endless possibilities to create a memorable pop culture costume! So, whether you’re channeling Barbie, Ted Lasso, or Wednesday Addams, Goodwill is your Halloween DIY Headquarters for a sustainable, budget-friendly, and stylish Halloween. See you in-store!