It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And no, we’re not talking about Christmas. We’re talking about Halloween. It’s finally time to either park yourself in front of the TV and watch as many spooky movies as you wish or go to a party and dress up in your favorite character, Heidi Klum-style.
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Okay, so maybe going full-on Heidi Klum is taking it too far, but there’s still no doubt that coming up with a costume is so much fun. But if you’re running out of time and want to get it over with, here are some pop culture-inspired Halloween costumes that you can rock this year. Browse through the list and get to dressing!
Elvis
Morph Costumes Vegas Elvis Costume, $59.95, Amazon
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Elvis always makes for a fun costume, but being the King of Rock & Roll is particularly timely this year, thanks to Baz Luhrmann's biopic. Oh, and Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s Vegas wedding happened to be officiated by an Elvis impersonator, so there’s no better time to be the King than now.
Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe Halloween Costume, $36.99, Walmart
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Speaking of biopics, Marilyn Monroe is also having a moment with the release of Blonde on Netflix, starring Ana de Armas. Show up as everyone’s favorite bombshell this Halloween with this pleated white dress that the IRL Marilyn would totally wear. Pair with stiletto heels, a blonde wig, and you’re good to go!
Carmy from The Bear
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Don’t want to make a big deal out of dressing up? You can still have a pop culture-themed costume without putting much effort by showing up as Carmy from the highly acclaimed series The Bear. Just throw on a pair of jeans, wear your favorite white tee, and put on an apron. You can wear a bandana around your head, too, if you’re less Carmy and more Sydney.
Princess Rhaenyra from House of the Dragon
House Of The Dragon Rhaenyra Targaryen Waistcoat, $51.92, Hot Topic
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You don’t need to see the actual numbers to know that House of the Dragon is one of the most-watched shows on television right now. If you want to be in the running to sit of the Iron Throne, don this waistcoat modeled after what Rhaenyra Targaryen wears on the series. It’s what she usually wears when she rides her dragon, so now all you need is to find your own fire breather!
Queen Elizabeth
Crown and Scepter, $21.99, Amazon
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If you want a different kind of royalty, you can always go for Queen Elizabeth II. She may have passed, but her legacy will live on forever. Honor her this Halloween by putting on your fanciest gown and pairing it with these accessories.
Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus
Hocus Pocus Winifred Sanderson Costume, $49.99, Spirit Halloween
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Nothing screams more Halloween than embodying a character from Hocus Pocus. This regal dress lets you take on the role of Winifred Sanderson with its signature, dark green desig with layers of purple fabric and gold foil accents.
Barbie and Ken
Barbie and Ken Box Couple Costume, $63.54, Walmart
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Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie won’t debut as Barbie and Ken until next year, so you might want to beat them to it by going as the world’s most popular dolls. Grab a lover or a friend, don your quirkiest outfits, and slip into these boxes.
Maddie or Cassie from Euphoria
Maddie Cheerleader Costume, $41.99, Amazon
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Channel your inner It Girl with this cheerleader outfit worn by Maddie and Cassie on the wildly popular HBO show Euphoria. It’s an exact replica of the original, so all that’s missing are pompoms.
Sandy from Grease
Grease Bad Sandy Costume, $49.99, Halloween Costumes
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So dressing up as Sandy is not exactly original since people have been doing it for years, but why not do it this year in honor of the great Olivia Newton-John? This set packs the complete ensemble with the black, over-the-shoulder shirt, pants, and belt.
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