Halloween Location Looks: Day 14 of 31 – Boogie Nights

My month of DIY costumes shot in front of the actual shooting locations continues!! Day 14 is here and this has been one of my go-to costume for years when I was a blonde! Today’s costume comes from:

I love the 70s aesthetic, so I was super obsessed with this movie when it came out. The clothes, the music, the heart shaped sunglasses!

I used to get "you know who you look like" all the time with Heather Graham, so I used to pick characters she played in films as Halloween costumes.

So for this series, I couldn't resist! The gang spends some time inside the LA diner, Du-pars...

...so that's where I went to shoot this!

To complete a Rollergirl costume, here are the main elements you'll need:

1. Heart shaped sunglasses (Amazon has these for less than $4!)

2. The hair! (my wig is c/o Party City)

3. Rollerskates (Mine were snagged on ebay, but Amazon carries tons of options)

4. Halter (Snag a vintage one while thrifting!)

5. Knee socks (Something above the knee is perfect!)

Yeah, I haven't totally mastered the game of skating...yet.

Right in front of Du-pars, I put on my skates and started spinning!

I wonder if Heather took lessons?

The center parted blonde wig helped me channel the 70s vibe.

I used my actual camera instead of a Polaroid that Rollergirl uses, but I feel like I always see old ones at Goodwill for copycat perfection!

One final shot...

...before leaving this location.

Matching skater girls!

Fourteen looks down, 17 to go!

TV Show Details:

Boogie Nights (New Line Cinema, dir. Paul Thomas Anderson)

Location: 12036 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604

Halloween Location Looks: Day 13 of 31 – American Horror Story

My month of DIY costumes shot in front of the actual shooting locations continues!! Day 13 is here and I even got creeped out shooting in front of this house! Today’s costume comes from:

I watched the first season three years ago on the regular. I love scary movies and this show was like a weekly dose of shortened versions of horror movies. My costume inspiration for today came from Frances Conroy and Alexandra Breckinridge's portrayal of Moira, the maid. Both of them played her just at different points in time.

I think that the house used in the TV show played just as big a part. It's so memorable looking and by association just creeps me out.  I mean the set decorators did a stellar job creeping it out!

The real life version is way less spooky, yet still I felt a little nervous shooting in front of it!

To complete this costume, here are the main elements:

1. Black shirt (Hit up your local thrift stores, mall, or even your own closet!)

2. The hair! (my wig is c/o Party City)

3. Black Skirt (Something above the knee works! If you don't have one in your closet, here are some super budget friendly options!)

4. Short apron (Grab a white napkin, add some white ribbon to the top to tie, and voila, insta-apron!)

5. Lace trim (I took lace trim and pinned it to the cuffs and collar of my shirt. Easy copycat top!)

Time to get American Horror Story-ified!!

And, we made it to the house!!

I took a black shirt and skirt from my closet and added a bit of lace trim around the cuffs and collar to match the costume worn my Alexandra Breckinridge.

The apron came from a quick DIY of excess white fabric with a bit of ribbon to tie around my waist. Easy, makeshift apron!!

When standing in front of this scary house, I had to begin acting. My intentions were the following: someone is trying to get me, I need to save myself, all while pretending to get choked for the camera.  Totally method.

This is also a fab costume if you want to be the maid from Clue! Go with a bevy of friends as Col. Mustard, Miss Scarlett, Prof. Plum, or Mrs. Peacock and your group costume is complete!

One final shot...

...before leaving this location. I'm not going to lie - I totally ran to the car right after and shut the door quickly. I'm the most paranoid gal ever!!

Matching maids!

Thirteen looks down, 18 to go!

TV Show Details:

American Horror Story (FX)

Location: 1120 Westchester Pl., Los Angeles, CA

Halloween Location Looks: Day 12 of 31 – Father of the Bride

My month of DIY costumes shot in front of the actual shooting locations continues!! Day 12 is here and it’s time to walk down the aisle. Today’s costume comes from:

Awww, Steve Martin!! He makes the sweetest dad!

I always remember being obsessed with the Banks' house from the film, so when I went to shoot, it was just like being in the movie!

So to complete this costume, the key piece that you’ll need to rock a Father of the Bride look, is a wedding dress. I know, I know, it sounds ridiculous and pricey, right?

But wait!! It's not as ridiculous to source, as you can find tons of budget options at thrift stores! Mine came from a thrifting excursion and I scored it for $12!! Snag:

1. Wedding dress (Hit up your local thrift stores or grab a married pal who has theirs hanging in their closet!)

2. The hair! (my wig is c/o Party City)

3. Extras (A bouquet or veil would make this totally complete!)

The Instagram teaser quote from the film that I gave was this…

I mean, who doesn't want to get married at the Steak Pit?!

Once I made it to the house, I began my best "bride-ing"!!

Kimberly Williams' dress was long-sleeved, so that was where my head was at when I was looking at dress options.

Unfortunately I didn't have this set up when I tried on my dress, but I can wait to have this on my actual wedding day!

This is my "woo, I'm getting married" look. Does it work?

NBD, I'm just taking pics in a vintage wedding dress in front of a house that isn't mine :)

I have to say, wearing this dress was mighty fun. Plus it's super comfortable, which is always a key part to any successful Halloween. (Comfort is key! You can even hide sneakers under this dress!)

Matching brides!

Grab a Steve Martin lookalike who's got one liners to shoot all night and your costume is complete!

Twelve looks down, 19 to go!

Movie Details:

Father of the Bride (Touchstone Pictures)

Location: 843 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena, CA