Looking for Halloween costume ideas but still undecided on whether to go cute, funny, or scary?
Cady Heron from the iconic chick flick Mean Girls said something like, “Halloween is that one night a year when you can dress up as anything you want and not get judged for it.”
Photo: Deadpool, Sabrina Carpenter, Wicked
However, if you are still having a hard time deciding what to wear, don’t worry! We have compiled a list of trendy Halloween costume ideas that will earn you (and your friends) applause and attention!
Here are 20 trendy Halloween costumes this year:
Sabrina Carpenter
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Have you ever tried this one? Take inspiration from THE pop princess Sabrina Carpenter—whether it’s from her lacy corset tops or her Short N’ Sweet tour outfits.
Chappell Roan
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In case you missed it, Chappell Roan is your favorite artist’s favorite artist. So, there’s plenty in her wardrobe that will perfectly fit the spooky celebration.
Brat Summer to Brat Halloween
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No one’s moving on from Brat Summer! You can dress like Charli XCX this Halloween or just wear anything green that screams “Brat Summer” vibes.
Basically, Any of Your Favorite Pop Girls (Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish)
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Whether you’re going solo or with friends, dressing up as your favorite pop (or lover) girl wouldn’t be a bad idea, right?
BINI Maloi
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It’s okay to be fashionably late this Halloween as long as you look chic and sassy like BINI’s Maloi or any of your favorite BINI girls! If you’re dressing up as Maloi this year, don’t forget the red Bayonetta glasses.
Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga in ‘Die With a Smile’
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If you’re going out with a male friend (or lover) this Halloween, channel Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga’s classic look from their hit single “Die With a Smile.” Just match sky-blue outfits with red accents (girls, don’t forget the red bow and tights) and top it off with a cowboy hat!
Bruno Mars and Rosé in ‘APT’
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Want to look like Rosé and Bruno Oppa? Look cool and effortless with black leather jackets, white tops, and black shorts! Top it off with accessories and an electric guitar (and don’t forget to record yourselves singing and dancing to APT).
Moo Deng
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Want to be goofy this year? Maybe you can be the viral pygmy hippopotamus from Thailand!
Labubu
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For the anik-anik girlies, consider dressing up as your favorite Labubu (or bag charms) this Halloween!
Sonny Angels
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Running out of ideas? Just wear any head accessory that reminds you of your favorite Sonny Angel and balance the craziness with a simple outfit.
Dolphin (Siri, Play “Symphony” by Zara Larsson)
Photo: Dolphin Meme
If you’re on social media 99% of the time, you’ll recognize this meme. Just wear a dolphin onesie and blast Zara Larsson’s Symphony as you enter the room.
Nara Smith and Lucky Blue Smith
@naraazizasmith soo good! 🫶🏽 #easyrecipe #homecooking #fypツ #momtok #toddlersoftiktok #juice ♬ La vie en rose (Cover Edith Piaf) – 田东昱
This TikTok-viral couple got us doing everything from scratch! Ladies, wear your most fabulous dress. Gentlemen, wear anything you like as long as you carry a toothpick—and don’t forget a kitchen tool for an accessory!
Go for Formula One!
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Be the cool girl or guy in the crowd and dress up as your favorite F1 driver.
Be an Olympian for a Day
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Still on an Olympic high? Halloween is the perfect time to wear tights or any sporty outfit. If you’re channeling Carlos Yulo, don’t forget your two gold medals.
Imitate Your Favorite K-pop Girl/Boy Group
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For K-pop stans, dressing up as your favorite K-pop idol should be fun and easy! If you’re going with friends, why not be a K-pop group for the night?
Carmy and Syd from ‘The Bear’
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Running out of ideas? Just throw on a plain white shirt and a blue apron and you’re Carmy or Syd from The Bear!
Bea and Ben from ‘Anyone But You’
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Lovebirds, look dazzling this Halloween! For the ladies, wear a blue silk dress like Sydney Sweeney. For the gentlemen, wear a white button-down and beige-colored pants like Glen Powell.
Inside Out 2
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Get creative with face and body paint! Represent your favorite emotion throughout the Halloween festivities.
Deadpool & Wolverine
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It’s not every day you can wear superhero outfits, right? Be cool, fashionably funny, and ready to chase the bad guys like Deadpool and Wolverine!
Elphaba or Glinda from ‘Wicked’
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Last but not least, dress up as Elphaba (don’t forget the iconic green face and body paint) or Glinda (in a stunning pink gown) and sing your heart out this Halloween.
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