Period halloween costumes

Fierce and fabulous.

In response to the New York Post calling surprise period pants "the worst Halloween costume idea"

Making Halloween costumes for teenage girls is a riot. Forget the store-bought nonsense; let’s get crafty and whip up something that says, “I’m one of a kind.” Plus, nothing beats the thrill of claiming you made your own costume—instant cool points.

Pin for Later: 30+ Fierce Halloween Costumes That Empower Women A Uterus Brilliant.

Finding the right Halloween costume can be fun, but it can also be tricky. No one wants to dress up in the same outfit as everyone else, but you also want a Halloween costume that people recognize. For a more nostalgic costume, look to the past for some creative DIY costume ideas. We've picked out 20 of the best throwback Halloween costume ideas, including ones from Pulp Fiction, The Office, David Bowie.

Emily: I am wearing the costume. I'm a woman, grew up a tomboy and am in a non-traditional profession now. I enjoy getting dressed up but am far from 'girly'. I...

Scrooge's night shirt and night cap