Updated on December 28, 2021October 28, 2017

Secondhand Madeline Halloween Costume

I love making costumes out of secondhand and thrifted goods because it forces me to get creative. I find no joy in buying a pre-made costume when I can hunt for the perfect details at charity shops.

I picked up this hat, which I’ve affectionately been calling my Madeline hat, last year in California. It’s what inspired this costume. I purchased the rest of my outfit at a local thrift shop. Not a perfect match with Madeline’s swing coat, but I could still see her wearing it.

See how Madeline wore it here.

Happy Halloween!

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Leah Wise

Leah Wise is the founder of StyleWise Blog. She has been writing, speaking, and consulting on sustainable fashion, the fair trade and secondhand supply chain, and digital marketing for over ten years. An Episcopal priest, Leah holds a B.A. in Religion from Florida State University and an M.Div. from Yale Divinity School. When not working, you can find her looking for treasures at the thrift store.