We've all been there. It's the final countdown before Halloween, and all your friends have their intricate + fun costumes picked out — but you were too busy during the week to put yours together.

Well, worry not. The writers here at TBAYtoday compiled a light-hearted, Tampa Bay-specific costume guide that will surely get laughs or even strike up a conversation. Plus, you probably have most of these items lying around your house.

Bayshore Blvd. Hot Girl Walker

Yoga pants or leggings
Lace up some white running sneakers
Optional, channel your inner peace and do some deep breathing.

Tampa Bay's Litter Skimmer

White shirt
White hat
Grab a trash bag or a net and fill it with all of the garbage around your house
Pro tip, use candy wrappers as your garbage.

Gasparilla Pirate

Black wig and a black beard
A handful of Mardi Gras party beads
Tie red bandannas around your head, arms, and legs
Pro tip, apply dirt. This will sell the grungy pirate look.

Buddy Brew Coffee Regular

Buddy Brew Coffee cup
Pull out your laptop and put a Google Sheet on the screen
Pro tip, Airpods or chunky headphones are a must

Tom Brady (Post Superbowl LV)

Orange T-shirt
Black hat
Sunglasses
Slice open a ripe avocado (the GOAT's favorites snack)
Pro tip, deflate a football or carry a bag full of trophies