Coming up with a creative Halloween costume year after year is never easy, and when you’ve got the added accessory of glasses to consider, well, it can feel as though your options are pretty limited. We’ve set out to prove that theory wrong, so read on for 18 costumes where frames of some kind aren’t just acceptable – they’re required!

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Minion from Despicable Me
Nothing is more adorable than turning into a makeshift-minion for Halloween night. Invest in yellow-everything, strap into those blue overalls, black rain-boots and rubber gloves, double up on the thickness of those frames and work on your minion-lingo. First lesson: “hello” is “bello” and “goodbye” is “poopaye” – that should get you started!

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Wenda of Where’s Waldo?
Give Waldo a run for his money by showing up in stripes and a knitted cap with thick-framed spectacles. Also another great costume to help you work in some of your summer pieces – denim skirt, anyone? As an added accessory, we like the idea of holding up a paddle sign that says “HERE!”

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Jackie O
First Lady Jackie Kennedy Onassis may have ranked as the 35th wife of the president of the United States, but as far as trendsetting women in history, she forever tops our list at #1.
To do this costume justice, we recommend looking into some dark-tinted sunglasses (prescription-grade if needed, which are a great investment in general) and a fabulous pastel skirt-suit or dress. If you don’t have a Kennedy-worthy matching set at your disposal, we suggest checking out your local thrift store for DIY inspiration or the closest costume shop, which are always stocked with lady-like options for these types of costumes.
To do this costume justice, we recommend looking into some dark-tinted sunglasses (prescription-grade if needed, which are a great investment in general) and a fabulous pastel skirt-suit or dress. If you don’t have a Kennedy-worthy matching set at your disposal, we suggest checking out your local thrift store for DIY inspiration or the closest costume shop, which are always stocked with lady-like options for these types of costumes.

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Nerd
In a rush? Tape down the bridge on your frames and dust off every bit of plaid or print at your disposable. Get creative with a kick-me sign on your back, borrow a pair of suspenders and tie your hair into a braid or ponytail. Voila! Geek-chic.

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Jillian Holtzmann of Ghostbusters
Of the star-studded cast from the 2016 Ghostbusters reboot, we loved the quirky genius behind the character of mad scientist and inventor Jillian Hotzmann, who definitely worked to the beat of her own drum. So flip out and funk up that hair, pick out some kooky shades, fasten yourself into a belted oversized jumpsuit and ask anyone who’ll listen – “Who ya gonna call?!”
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Barb from Stranger Things
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that Stranger Things isn’t just a popular Netflix show – it’s the popular Netflix show of all shows. A recurring character in season one, Barb Holland (played by actress Shannon Purser) is an easily-recognizable character with her distinct 80’s “bad haircut” and prim wardrobe – and don’t forget that perfect pair of geek-chic eyeglasses!

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Alex Vause from Orange is the New Black
All that’s needed for this one are orange or beige prison-style scrubs (any uniform store should carry, as well as costume shops) and some black framed glasses. Oh – and a “don’t mess with me” attitude helps.

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Velma from Scooby-Doo
Velma from Scooby Doo is one of the original animated brainy-babes of television, and we love her in all her geeky glory. Master this costume with a baggy orange turtleneck, pleated skirt, knee socks, mary-janes and of course – some amazing spectacles. Bonus points if you can rock those signature bangs!
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Speaking of Scooby, don’t forget the fur-baby in your life! Check out these great ideas for pet costumes.

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1950s rebel
This one is giving us all the Grease feels. Your catch phrase of the night? “Tell me about it, stud.”
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Gigi Hadid dressed up as a great Sandy a few years back. Remember how she did it? Check out the best and worst celebrity Halloween costumes for a closer look.

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Amy Farrah Fowler from The Big Bang Theory
Now in its final season, fans of The Big Bang Theory are soaking up every last drop of the beloved television series while they can. One of the funniest characters on the show, Amy Farrah Fowler not only keeps husband Sheldon Cooper in line, but she manages to do it while mastering her work in the neurosciences. The best kind of nerd, this costume is a super easy DIY project for fans of the show looking to pay tribute this Halloween.
For this one, you’ll need sensible shoes, thick stockings, a long skirt, sweater vest layered over button-down, a crossbody book bag and a killer pair of prescription lenses.
For this one, you’ll need sensible shoes, thick stockings, a long skirt, sweater vest layered over button-down, a crossbody book bag and a killer pair of prescription lenses.

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Traditional 50s girl
Because when else can you wear a full poodle skirt and over-embellished hair bow?
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Poodle skirts may be a thing of the past, but we’ve got you covered on what’s hot now with this roundup of the only trends you need in your closet in 2018.

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Hippie
If you were looking to get added use out of those fringe-heavy pieces you invested in over the summer, might we suggest heading out for Halloween as a hippie? Complete the look with your best pair of gradient lenses, and go to town with those temporary tattoos. Peace and love, man.

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Moaning Myrtle from Harry Potter
Here’s a license to work those nagging skills off all evening long. Moaning Myrtle is a ghost with a whiny grudge to bear, so slip into your best mock dress-robe, pig tail those locks and slip on those oversized spectacles as you moan about your bathroom-stall demise to anyone who will listen.

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Steampunk
In true steam-punk style, anything goes – so get creative with this one and work your best gothic and punk attire, making sure to opt for goggle-style frames.

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Police officer
Call it cliché, but everyone loves a sexy cop. The over-sexed occupational hot-girl bit may seem played out, but if you’re in a bind, and you’ve got 5 minutes to close at the costume shop, this outfit is always an easy pick. If all they’ve got are jumpsuits that look crafted for unrealistic body types, pick up a pair of reflective shades, a badge and a hat and DIY the rest of the look with a fitted button down or dark t-shirt and pants. It may be Halloween, but you have the right to remain fully-clothed!

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Female Elvis
Work those hips and master the talk that made the king of rock’n’roll famous. Funky frames and a white jumpsuit with as many glitter accents as you can find work well here – add a cape for bonus points and go crazy with the hair gel.
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Sadness from Inside Out
If blue is your favourite colour, why not get crafty this Halloween as the emotion “sadness” from the animated hit Inside Out?

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Daria
Indifferent, sarcastic and forever a rebel against the status quo, the classic animated character Daria is the unimpressed bad-girl in all of us – and the perfect DIY costume for anyone looking to work their glasses into their costume this year.
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