1.
If you've got:
A whole bunch of random costume items (hats, wigs, masks, noses, capes—any and all old Halloween costumes work here people)
What you'll need:
A monochromatic outfit of your choice and little to no makeup for girls.
What to do:
Place your random assortment of costume items in any bag. Label the bag "my costume trunk".
What are you:
Whatever You Want Me To Be
2.
If you've got:
Anything with a USA flag pattern, or items that can make you look like an American icon—for example: Statue of Liberty needs a mint green dress or sheet, and some ingenious craft paper crown and torch. Use your imagination. You can be a founding father, the liberty bell, the sky (and you and your roommates closet) is your limit
What you'll need:
A "Sorry We're Closed" sign. Found at any Staples store in the small business aisle. Even cheaper option? Write it out on a sheet of paper or piece of cardboard.
What to do:
Tie your sign to a string to hang on your neck and/or tape to your body.
What are you:
Government Shut Down (inspired by my lovely sister, so I can't take full credit)
3.
If you've got:
Basic all weather items (an umbrella, scarf, heavy jacket, shorts and sandals—or whatever weather related items you've got in your closet)
What you'll need:
Just these items (no joke)
What to do:
Wear them… (yup)
What are you:
The Four Seasons
4.
If you've got:
Anything semi professional looking. Think 'call center worker' so guys can wear black pants and a button down, and girls can wear a simple dress, pantsuit, or skirt option. Use your interview outfits here!
What you'll need:
A written sign that says "All our Representatives are Currently Helping Other Customers…Please Hold" sign.
What to do:
Hold this sign up at any point when someone tries to speak to you that night.
What are you:
Annoying Customer Service Rep
5.
If you've got:
Any semblance of a wardrobe
What you'll need:
Any outfit you'd normally wear. Also, a handmade sign saying "This Is My Costume"
What to do:
Hold the sign up when people ask what you are, and then tell them…
What are you:
A Product of Procrastination