Here at the University of Oregon, Halloween is basically celebrated all week long. Students are always seeking reasons to celebrate (aka party) and Halloween is a great excuse.

Halloween falls on a Thursday this year, which means celebrations will probably begin around Wednesday Oct. 30 and continue through the weekend. This all sounds fun until you realize how many costumes you’ll need prepared for the week (because for some reason, repeating costumes is completely out of the question).

Your average store-bought costume can cost $20 or more. When you multiply that by the number of costumes you are expected to wear, this fun holiday suddenly becomes far too expensive.

Luckily we are a part of the do-it-yourself culture in which we pride ourselves on creating our own outfits that closely resemble store-bought versions.

For those of you participating in the upcoming week-long event, don’t be spooked by having to buy multiple costumes. We have created a few DIY Halloween costume ideas that are quick, easy and, most importantly, won’t break your budget.

University of Oregon sophomore, Gioia Jensen models a safari costume. The outfits for this shoot were designed to show students that they can save money on costumes by using clothes right out of their own closets.

Safari ranger:

This costume allows for plenty of variation and can be executed with basic clothing items that many of you already have in your closets. If not, these items can be easily found at Goodwill or any thrift shop.

• Khaki or white button up

• A sporting vest used for either hunting or fishing (this is not essential)

• Khaki pants or cutoffs

• Hiking boots

• Rimmed hat (preferably khaki)

Meghan McEldowney, a sophomore at the University of Oregon, models a lumberjack costume. This costume was put together with the idea that students should look to their closets to save money on Halloween this season.

Lumber Jack:

We are in Oregon at the end of October, which means it’s cold. This costume allows you dress up while still staying warm. It’s also one that can be put together easily with things from your own closet or borrowed from a friend.

• Flannel (you live in the Pacific Northwest, you’ve got to have one or know someone who does)

• Jeans

• Hiking boots or any type of work boot

• Trapper hat

Sophomore, Sylvi Lyster, models a vibrant ’80s themed costume. The outfit was designed with the idea of simple do it yourself look to save money this Halloween season.

’80s Jazzercise:

This look is about color, abundance and volume. Pile on the bracelets and the powder blue eyeliner.

• Colorful leggings (patterned preferred)

• Leotard or a tight shirt

• Headband or scrunchie

• Pile on the bracelets, makeup, hairspray, etc.