Fashion

11 Cheap Plus Size Halloween Costumes

by Phoebe Avison

Unless you're a Halloween super freak or you're made of money, you probably don't want to spend a lot on your costume this year. If you're a plus size babe, you might be on the lookout for cheap plus size costumes, so you can spend your dollar on more important things like a girls' night out (or in) on All Hallow's Eve. Because, it's likely you'll remember what you did on Halloween, more than what you wore. Unless of course you painstakingly crafted your entire outfit out of papier mâché — because there's no way you'd forget that costume in a hurry!

If you're a member of the plus size community, you're likely well-versed in the unfair prices that some stores charge for plus size clothes, in comparison to their straight sized counterparts. Naturally, you may think that finding a cheap plus size Halloween costume is almost impossible, however there are some wicked options out there, so don't be disheartened!

The following spooky ensembles all come in at under $50, so you don't need to be afraid of the cost of your shopping basket! They're listed from the cheapest to the most expensive for your convenience, because Halloween is creeping up on us.

1. The Cobweb Poncho

Spiderweb Black And Purple Plus Size Poncho, $19.99, spirithalloween.com

According to The Mighty Boosh, it's impossible to be unhappy in a poncho, so transform into a beguiling black widow in this festive style.

2. The Sassy Dress

Plus Emma Bite Me Halloween Bodycon Dress, $20, boohoo.com

This little black dress emblazoned with the words, "Bite Me" will fit an array of Halloween costume choices, such as a pretty kitty with the addition of an animal ear headband, or a sassy vampire queen.

3. The Low Key TMNT Tee

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Girls Cosplay T-Shirt Plus Size, $23.12, hottopic.com

If full-on costumes aren't your bag, you'll love this cozy, comfy Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles T-shirt.

4. The Classic Devil

Women's Delightful Devil Costume Red Plus Size 16-24, $23.49, target.com

Halloween is a time for tricks and mischief — if you can't look a little devilish on All Hallow's Eve when can you?

5. The Skeletal Dress

Plus Gracie Skeleton Halloween Bodycon Dress, $26, boohoo.com

Have a monster ball creating an exposed skull makeup look to accompany this eerie dress.

6. The BB-8 Skater

Star Wars BB-8 Cosplay Skater Dress, $31.74, torrid.com

Star Wars fans will love channelling (arguably) the most adorable robot in existence, BB-8, this Halloween.

7. The OITNB Jumpsuit

Adult Orange Prisoner Plus Size Costume — Orange Is The New Black, $34.99, spirithalloween.com

Orange Is the New Black addicts will have fun dressing up as their favorite inmate with this vibrant jumpsuit.

8. The Marilyn Frock

Adult Marilyn Monroe Plus Size Costume — Marilyn Monroe, $36.99, spirithalloween.com

Borrow a platinum wig and transform yourself into this iconic blonde bombshell for a super glam Halloween.

9. The Sailorette

Women's Anchors Away Costume Blue Plus 16W/24W, $39.99, target.com

Look like a total cutie in this darling sailor costume that any aspiring pin-up babe would sail the seven seas for.

10. The Batman Dress

DC Comics Batman Fit & Flare Dress Plus Size, $42.32, hottopic.com

Comic book loving ghouls can embrace their inner darkness with this quirky Batman inspired dress.

11. The Hippie

Leg Avenue Halloween Flower Hippie Costume, $45, torrid.com

Transport yourself back to a more colorful era with this flower power print hippie dress.

These cheap plus size Halloween costumes prove that you don't need to spend a fortune on frightfully good fancy dress!

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