Halloween’s coming up, so brace yourself — this year, get ready to see a room full of Barbenheimers at every party you step into. We know it’s tempting, but if you want to stand out, think long and hard about a costume that’ll make people remember you the next time around. Or you could just cheat and inspire yourself from this list of Halloween costume ideas.
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With TV series like “That 70s Show,” “Mrs. America,” “Narcos,” “The Get Down” and more booming internationally, you can’t go wrong with a cute ‘70s fit this Halloween. Fun, relevant and nostalgic, this costume is a great way to show off every curve in your body.
For the diehard “Top Gun” fans
Who doesn’t want to command a room just by walking into it? Well, that’s what you’ll get with this men’s pilot costume — the onesie plus the sunglasses and dog tag chains will turn all heads towards you in this allusion to the protagonist of the global hit “Top Gun.”
For the one whose puns are always intended
A joke on the spookiest day of the year might seem wrong, or at the very least, ironic. But I’m here to tell you that a punny fit this Halloween will get a lot of laughs, which I think most of us will need on this very eerie evening.
For the one who’s waiting on season 3 of “Bridgerton”
Are you dying to find out what happens to Penelope and her longtime crush, Colin? While your questions for the season may not be satisfied until early 2024, a “Bridgerton”-themed outfit could be a fun way to enjoy the show while you wait.
Incorporating a little history and legend into your costume is clever, unique and powerful; this Cleopatra costume idea is particularly impactful because its fashionable jewelry and bold colors will take you on a trip back in time.
For the one who hates Halloween
Yes, I see you and I’ll raise you — you can always dress up as yourself (boring) or worse, not celebrate at all. But I think you’ll have a lot more fun if you try … at least a little.
It’s Halloween, so you can’t go wrong with a traditional witch costume. It cuts out a whole lot of explaining, it’s easy and ideal for last-minute situations, and no one can really blame you for not being creative enough.
For the Barbeinheimers who just want to be unique
Even though there are so many fun Halloween costumes out there, I know some of you will be lured to go the Barbie/Oppenheimer route anyway. So, if you really can’t resist the urge, check out this cute, classy Barbie outfit which will fulfill your wishes, with a twist.