"I'll stop wearing black when they invent a darker color..."

I love Wednesday Addams. Her dry humor, love of black, peter-pan collars, and lack of f*@%s given makes her my kind of girl. It also just so happened that my favorite Halloween movie is The Addams Family. Since I was in a pinch for time and my original costume plans fell through it was the perfect opportunity to DIY this maven of wit's look. See other quick costumes ideas here: The Lazy Girl's (Or Last Minute) Guide to DIY Halloween Costumes
Get the Look: 

hen in doubt-wear all black. It's incredibly chic, slimming, and a classic in the "cool girls club."

ear different textures, fabrics, and patterns when dressing monochromatic-it adds depth and helps the eye move from piece to piece in your ensemble. 


ave fun with it! If you're not ready to give up color completely you can wear rust or olive colors. Take the look to the next level with accessories like a big hat or over the knee boots. You don't have to dress minimally to wear neutral tones. 


laying with proportions and structure can really elevate a mostly monochromatic look. Find pieces that add shape and movement. 


ayering a thin turtleneck under a neutral colored slip dress in either matching or harmonized tones extends the longevity of your individual pieces throughout the year in your wardrobe.