How Do I Make a Ghost Costume

Are you wondering, how do I make a ghost costume? Ghost costumes are some of the quickest, easiest to make, and most fun costumes to wear. Whether you're budget strapped this Halloween or just want to dabble into the creative world of homemade costumes, these frightening ideas are sure to put a new spin on a Halloween classic.

A white mask makes a creepy ghost!

Before you start planning your ghost costume, you'll need to decide what type of ghost you want to portray. The most popular ghost costume is made from a simple white sheet paired with small eye holes. This costume idea takes minutes to create, and can easily be removed for ease of wear. While there is certainly nothing wrong with this beloved costume style, it isn't the most unique method for spooking!

If you find yourself asking, how do I make a ghost costume that actually frightens passerbys come Halloween night, you'll want to add a few more ghastly details and special effects to your costume idea.

While not everybody believes in ghosts, those that do all agree that the frightening image of a ghost is unforgettable. Ghosts are believed to be stuck between two worlds, both the living and the dead. Their clothing is likely what they wore prior to their untimely death, and their hair, nails and skin are still visible, only longer, matted, and hollowed in appearance. The following supplies and costume props will come in handy while you are creating your own horrifying look.

1. First, you'll need clothing that is preferably old and rumpled. While you can rummage through your closet for the perfect suit or dress, consider resale and thrift stores for theme ideas. For instance, if you want to dress as a deceased bride, resale shops provide plenty of affordable bridal gowns. The more torn and tattered, the better! Men can search for old tattered suits or military uniforms to portray fallen officers and gentlemen.
2. White face paint is a must for creating a pale face. Apply white paint with a moistened sponge for a light, believable finish. Reapply as many times as needed to achieve the desired results.
3. Black face paint should be applied lightly on the apples of the cheeks and on the crevice of the eyelids to create a sunken and ghastly appearance.
4. Long artificial nails should be applied to the tips of fingers (preferably in a neutral polish.)
5. Long wigs are the best choice to create the appearance of matted, unkempt hair. Since artificial hair costume wigs can't be styled without creating a stringy mess, a simple stroke through the wig with the palm of your hands will break up the sleek style while beginning to tangle and mat the wig.
6. While you can wear any color pair of shoes, a lighter shade will help create the appearance of "floating." Women can pair white or nude ballet flats with dresses to create an other-worldy look.

This ghastly costume idea can be modified as needed to mimic either a popular deceased celebrity or as a typical bride and groom. If you want your costume to become even more thrilling and chilling, consider pairing your ghostly suit with an evil clown mask.

For those that want a simple ghost costume idea, you can always opt for the classic white sheet. For those that want to try their creativity and inspired hand, these frightening suggestions are a great starting point. Remember to plan your costume as far in advance is possible to ensure the availability of supplies and clothing. With a bit of spine-chilling brainstorming, you can create a scary and memorable phantom suit!

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