When it comes to Halloween costumes [1] on a budget, it doesn't get much cheaper than a DIY [2]. But let's face it: not everyone has the skills or patience to make a killer homemade costume, so buying is the next best option. To help you avoid all the overpriced costumes out there, we've rounded up 18 of the best food-themed Halloween [3] costumes that won't break the bank and will save you from unnecessary stress — all for $35 or less. Once you get your costume figured out, you'll have more time to spend planning the rest of your Halloween party [4], because the food [5] is the most important part, right?
Candy Corn
Candy Corn Costume [8] ($26, originally $37)
Hot Sauce
Hot Sauce Costume [9] ($15, originally $20)
Strawberry Doughnut
Strawberry Doughnut Costume [10] ($30)
Bacon
Bacon Costume [11] ($20, originally $30)
Beer Mug
Beer Mug Costume [12] ($20)
Skittles
Skittles Costume [13] ($20, originally $28)
Tootsie Roll
Tootsie Roll Costume [14] ($20, originally $33)
Fried Egg
Fried Egg Costume [15] ($31, originally $35)
Diet Coke
Diet Coke Costume [16] ($30)
Barista
Barista Costume [17] ($24)
Jolly Rancher
Jolly Rancher Costume [18] ($25, originally $50)
M&M
M&M Costume [19] ($35)
Linda Belcher From Bob's Burgers
Linda Belcher Costume [20] ($35)
Nerds
Nerds Costume [21] ($33, originally $48)
3 Musketeers
3 Musketeers Costume [22] ($33, originally $48)
Blow Pop
Blow Pop Costume [23] ($12)
Martini
Martini Costume [24] ($25)
Cupcake
Cupcake Costume [25] ($20)