In a pinch for something to wear this Halloween? Count on your closet and pop culture for a quick fix.
FEMAIL chatted with Rori Sassoon of Platinum Poire, a VIP, invite only power couple service based in New York, about last-minute costume ideas for singles, couples and groups of friends, using garments that are already hanging in the closet.
From Mr. and Mrs Smith to the Spice Girls, Rori lends her suggestions here.
Couple Costume: Mr. and Mrs. Smith
Power couple: This is a sexy costume, that will ‘create role play for the night,’ says Rori. We all have a black dress hanging in our closet, some of us have more than one! ‘Your man just needs a suit and you’re good to go.’ Heighten the level of sex appeal by showing a lot of leg and slipping on a garter.
This is a sexy costume, that will ‘create role play for the night,’ says Rori. We all have a black dress hanging in our closet, some of us have more than one! ‘Your man just needs a suit and you’re good to go.’ Heighten the level of sex appeal with a thigh-high slit exposing a lace garter.
Navy Ribbed Relaxed Fit Weekend Suit (jacket and pants) by Topman, $287; topman.com
Single Girl Costume: Carrie Bradshaw
Carrie fever: She’s the iconic ‘single girl’ and most unattached gals can relate to her. Who hasn’t uttered the words ‘I’m a Carrie?!’ ‘Let your hair down and dig out that tutu, tank top, and 4inch heels,’ says Rori. ‘You can also break out your funky 90’s vintage and pair it up with some sexy stilettos.’ Don’t forget your nameplate necklace
She’s the iconic ‘single girl’ and most unattached gals can relate to her. Who hasn’t uttered the words ‘I’m a Carrie?!’ ‘Let your hair down and dig out that tutu, tank top, and 4inch heels,’ says Rori. ‘You can also break out your funky 90’s vintage and pair it up with some sexy stilettos.’ Don’t forget your nameplate necklace.
Sports Bodysuit by Dimensione Danza, $40; yoox.com
Carrie Dress Pump by SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker, $375; amazon.com
Single Guy Costume: Hugh Hefner
Hef: Playboy magazine founder Hugh Hefner is probably going to be a popular costume this year. Not only from those wanting to pay tribute to the late lady’s man, but with guys who just want to throw on something easy that they’ll be comfortable in all night. ‘You can go with the loafers and smoking jacket look, the going sailing captain look, or throw on your female friend’s red robe,’ said Rori. For fun, accessorize with some chocolate cigar
Playboy magazine founder Hugh Hefner is probably going to be a popular costume this year. Not only from those wanting to pay tribute to the late lady’s man, but with guys who just want to throw on something easy that they’ll be comfortable in all night. ‘You can go with the loafers and smoking jacket look, the going sailing captain look, or throw on your female friend’s red robe,’ said Rori. For fun, accessorize with some chocolate cigars.
Laight Velvet Loafers by Steve Madden, $119; macys.com
Guy Group Costume: Grease’s T-Birds
Grease lightning: Are you and your friends collectively at a loss for what to be? Make things easier on yourself by all being the same thing. ‘Roll up the sleeves of a white crew neck t-shirt, cuff the bottom of your jeans and reach for a black leather moto jacket,’ says Rori. ‘Complete the ‘Greaser’ look by slicking back your hair, wearing shades, and carrying a comb into your pocket’
Are you and your friends collectively at a loss for what to be? Make things easier on yourself by all being the same thing. ‘Roll up the sleeves of a white crew neck t-shirt, cuff the bottom of your jeans and reach for a black leather moto jacket,’ says Rori. ‘Complete the ‘Greaser’ look by slicking back your hair, wearing shades, and carrying a comb into your pocket.’
Core Flex Slim Jean by American Eagle, $79.95; ae.com
Girls Group Costume: Spice Girls
Ladies night: Lets face it: There’s a Scary, Sporty, Baby, Ginger and Posh Spice in every squad! Identify who is who and then rummage through each other’s closets. While the band originated in the mid-1990s , the fashions are still relevant today. To carry out the look, ‘slam your body down and wind it all around,’ jokes Rori
Lets face it: There’s a Scary, Sporty, Baby, Ginger and Posh Spice in every squad! Identify who is who and then rummage through each other’s closets. While the band originated in the mid-1990s , the fashions are still relevant today. To carry out the look, ‘slam your body down and wind it all around,’ jokes Rori.