Halloween costumes already in your closet

As Halloween approaches, you cannot avoid all the costumes lining the aisles of major retail outlets.  But, during this economy, a $75 pirate costume may be a bit ridiculous.  I propose that you save your money this year and search your closet for some home-made Halloween creations!  You can buy inexpensive accessories (i.e. bee sting, sailor hat, witch broom) to complete the costume, but the major part can be constructed at home.  Below are some ideas for easy costumes:

Bee

(1) Luxe stretch ruched tube top, $29.50, Express (2) Fringed Gauze Scarves, $12.50, Old Navy (3) Carrie Pump, $90, Guess (4) BDG Knit Mini Skirt, $38, Urban Outfitters (5) Patent Croc Pull Through Belt, $38, Steve Madden

Sailor

(1) Shrunken Denim Jacket, $110, Martin + Osa (2) Tama Stretch Stripe Balletneck, $59.50, Ralph Lauren (3) Miss Me Women's Heart-9 Peep Toe Slingback Wedge, $55.95, Amazon (4) Silence & Noise High Waisted Mini Skirt, $58, Urban Outfitters (5) Woven Nylon Belt , $42, Ralph Lauren

Witch

(1) Kenneth Jay Lane, $75, Bluefly (2) Teeze Me Origami Pleat Strapless Dress, $68, Nordstrom (3) Opaque Tights, $12, Urban Outfitters (4) Go Guide Pointy-Toe Tall Leather Boots , $159, Kenneth Cole Reaction