My mom sent me this pin and I found it quite humorous (and timely).

If you’re like many people my age, you’re probably looking for a Halloween costume, or have been for a while now. Originally, I planned on going as a Wilderness Explorer (think Russell from Up), but then realized the monetary sum of each piece, patch and pin (hence item pictured above), the costume required.

I was momentarily stumped on what to go as, because the logical me has a problem with spending a large amount of money on an outfit/accessories I’ll only wear once and probably end up destroying.

Upon picking my costume, I decided to share some tips to help others save bank and still dress for the occasion, come the 31^st.

1. Raid the closet (unless you’re currently in it)¹ and use what you already own.
2. Check out local thrift and bargain stores.
3. Get creative and make a costume.
4. Shop online at American Work Apparel (lots of options for little money).
5. Check out the stuff on clearance at Dickies.com.

I actually bought two costumes today for a grand total of just under $30 (including shipping) !.

So, what am I going as? DADT.

No, but for real, you’ll have to wait and see…

^{1: gay humor.}