It’s simple to create ancient skin by exposing your skin to way too much sun, being embalmed and mummified, or by simply using ingredients from your kitchen.

Make waves and behave badly, while still looking pretty good, in this costume.

Simple enough to make, but super effective and a show-stopper.

A short dress, green tights or leggings and plenty of fake greenery glued or pinned on. There are lots of templates for the eye mask online.

Quick and easy, you just need old black and white t-shirts, scissors and facepaint. Sorted.

A fantastic costume that’s going to take a bit of time and commitment, but the results are amazing.

Dia De lost Muertos (Day of the Dead) – this is more about make-up than costume, but you can have a lot of fun creating the look. Think jewelled skulls, and add some bling.

Maybe not the life and soul of the party, but very effective and simple scary costume.