Even if you've never watched American Horror Story [1], you're probably well aware that the costumes on the show are freakin' spectacular. So much so that the woman creating them, Lou Eyrich, recently won a Creative Arts Emmy for her work, and any sneak peek [2] of Lady Gaga [3] as "The Countess" continues to feel like pure torture.
So when we had the chance to sit down with Lou and discuss her new show, Scream Queens [4], we threw in our most pressing question: what the heck can we copy for Halloween [5]? Because while there's a ton of inspiration [6] on AHS, we're not trying to pull a Dot and Bette [7] — we're looking for easy [8].
Luckily, Lou was more than willing to give us some advice. Read on to see her picks and shop our super simple suggestions to get the look. Then be prepared to scare the heck outta someone on Oct. 31.
A Coven Member From Season 3
"It's kind of the modern-day witch. The cheapest way to do that would be a black dress from your closet. Then throw a choker and a big black hat — not a witch's hat — and high heels."
Nasty Gal Catherine Cape Dress [9] ($88)
Vanessa Mooney Teardrop Choker [10] ($35)
Forever 21 Wide Brim Wool Fedora [11] ($25)
Aquazzura Amazon Lace-Up Ankle-Wrap Sandal [12] ($695)
Marie Laveau From Season 3
"Wrap a big turban on your head and wear a halter dress, sandals, and a bunch of jewelry."
Missoni Metallic Crochet-Knit Turban [13] ($260)
Topshop Halter V-Neck Midi Dress [14] ($58)
Schutz Erlina Gladiator Sandals [15] ($200)
Bloomingdale's Ela Rae Labradorite Layered Necklace, 13 [16] ($228)
Lucky Brand Gold-Tone Geo Circle Layer Necklace [17] ($49)
Ralph Lauren Gold Bangle Set [18] ($48)
Moira the Maid From Season 1
"Dress as a maid and then put blood on your hands."
Lauren Ralph Lauren Belted Ponte Shirtdress [19] ($159)
Bed Bath & Beyond Kitchensmart Solid Apron [20] ($15)
Factory Lana Lace Thigh High Socks [21] ($18)
3.1 Phillip Lim Martini T-Strap Pump Black [22] ($450)
Meep From Season 4
"If you happen to have a feather or fur coat in your closet — or [you can] go to a thrift store and get one — belt it and wear it with little boots, tights with holes in it. And you could do any little hat and stick a feather in it."
Guess Teddy Bear Notch Collar Faux Fur Coat [23] ($150)
Merona Patent Skinny Belt [24] ($13)
Hue Opaque Tights [25] ($15)
Circus by Sam Edelman Quinn Lace-Up Booties [26] ($50)
Gianluca Capannolo Feathers Embellished Beanie Hat [27] ($159)
Ethel Darling — aka the Bearded Lady — From Season 4
"An old house dress from a thrift store, then go to the Halloween [28] store and get a fake beard."
Eileen West Bayside Blues Chambray Ballet Nightgown [29] ($72)
Jacobson Hat Company Men's Beard With Elastic [30] ($14)
Bonus: Hester From Scream Queens
"Get a tracksuit from the thrift store and buy a cheap neck brace."
Adidas x Mary Katrantzou Athlete-Motif Track Jacket-Blue [31] ($240)
ITA-MED CC-260 Rigid Plastic Cervical Collar [32] ($21)