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Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party

October 18, 2017 By Dappered Team | Heads up: Buying via our links results in us getting a commission (not always, but just about), which helps keep the lights on around here. We also take your privacy rights seriously. Head here to learn more.

Look, sometimes you really get the urge to go all-out on a Halloween costume. Other years, you just don’t. What about those times in-between, when you want to have some semblance of a recognizable costume, but don’t want to do the head-to-toe thing? Well, that’s what this is for. We’re going to take a basic Dappered-esque outfit (which will serve if you don’t want to be in costume, at all), and change out just a couple items so you can get through the Halloween costume parties with ease. Note: While these are easy switcharoos, they’re not subtle, and everyone should know who/what you are; with a couple of choices in homage to men who have passed recently. Be sure to check your local thrift stores for these items as well.

 

The Basic, Non-Costume Look

Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party | Dappered.com

  • The Blazer: J.Crew Factory Moleskin Blazer – $99 ($198)
  • The Shirt: J.Crew Slim American Pima Cotton Oxford Shirt – $64
  • The Watch: Invicta Men’s 8926OB Pro Diver – $79.76
  • The Jeans: Levi’s 514 Straight Fit in Tumbled Riged – $24.98+
  • The Belt: Gap Basic Leather Belt in Dark Brown – $39.95
  • The Shoes: DSW Aston Grey Leather Chukka – $99.99

 

The Hef

Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party | Dappered.com

  • The Blazer: Ludlow Shawl-collar Velvet Blazer in Vintage Cabernet – $298
    (for a less expensive option try this one from Macy’s)
  • The Shirt: J.Crew Slim American Pima Cotton Oxford Shirt – $64
  • The Hat: Rhode Island Novelty Adult Yacht Captain Hat – $7.99
  • The Watch: Invicta Men’s 8926OB Pro Diver – $79.76
  • The Jeans: Levi’s 514 Straight Fit in Tumbled Riged – $24.98+
  • The Belt: Gap Basic Leather Belt in Dark Brown – $39.95
  • The Shoes: DSW Aston Grey Leather Chukka – $99.99
  • The Pipe: Carved Smoking Tobacco Pipe – $5.99

 

The Petty (rest in peace Sir)

Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party | Dappered.com

  • The Blazer: J.Crew Factory Moleskin Blazer – $99 ($198)
  • The Shirt: J.Crew Slim American Pima Cotton Oxford Shirt – $64
  • The Hat: Crushable Wool Felt Outback Hat – $25.99
  • The Jeans: Levi’s 514 Straight Fit in Tumbled Riged – $24.98+
  • The Belt: Gap Basic Leather Belt in Dark Brown – $39.95
  • The Sunglasses: LUENX Polarized Aviator Sunglasses in Brown – $14.44
  • The Scarf: Men’s Silk Scarf in Red – $19.99
  • The Guitar: Sawtooth Full Size Beginner’s Acoustic Guitar – $34.95 (cheap enough to be used as just a prop, but be prepared for people to ask you to play) 
  • The Shoes: DSW Aston Grey Leather Chukka – $99.99

 

The Kid/Georgie

Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party | Dappered.com

  • The Coat: Helly Hansen Workwear Men’s Mandal Rain Jacket – $36.78 and up
  • The Shirt: J.Crew Slim American Pima Cotton Oxford Shirt – $64
  • The Balloon: Any Craft or Novelty Store
  • The Jeans: Levi’s 514 Straight Fit in Tumbled Riged – $24.98+
  • The Belt: Gap Basic Leather Belt in Dark Brown – $39.95
  • The Paper Boat: How To fold a Paper Boat
  • The Shoes: DSW Aston Grey Leather Chukka – $99.99

 

The Eastwood

Style Scenario: The Casual, Minimum Costume, Halloween Party | Dappered.com

  • The Poncho: Del Mex Classic Mexican Blanket Poncho – $28.99
  • The Shirt: J.Crew Slim American Pima Cotton Oxford Shirt – $64
  • The Hat: Sharpshooter Clint Eastwood Brown Leather Cowboy Hat – $79.00 (click here for a less expensive option)
  • The Jeans: Levi’s 514 Straight Fit in Tumbled Riged – $24.98+
  • The Cigar: Roaring ’20s Costume Party Fake Puff Cigar – $4.54 (or a real cigar of your choice)
  • The Belt: Gap Basic Leather Belt in Dark Brown – $39.95
  • The Shoes: DSW Aston Grey Leather Chukka – $99.99

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