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Halloween isn't until next month, But if you’re still at a loss for a costume, don’t wig out — er, actually, that’s exactly what we want you to do! Because basic wigs are all it takes to build out an Insta-worthy costume on the fly.
Once you have the rainbow-colored hairpiece in your hold (chances are, you own one from Halloweens past, but even if not, you can grab the real deal from any costume shop for as cheap as $10), it’s all about pairing it with easy-to-find pieces that will round out your look.
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your closet or athrift store, or order from Amazon Prime to get just in time for the big day. With just a little pop culture brainstorming, you won’t believe all the ways you can wow in these wigs from head to toe.
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First up, my personal favorite, the bold blue wig. Here are our versions of Cookie Monster, Katy Perry, Sailor Mercury and Sexy Marge Simpson.
An all-time classic and the best possible outfit for the gal who wants to have an excuse to pretty much wear a snuggie out for the evening.
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A beauty that has inspired SO many Halloween costumes over the past several years. We chose to veer away from the infamous cupcake bra version and tap into a more sophisticated look that’s still obviously the one and only KP.
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If you’ve never seen the TV show Sailor Moon before but love this look, here’s the 411: you’ll pretty much be dressed up as a badass anime cartoon who’s in a girl gang of other ladies similarly named after planets who take over the world and also happen to be really hot!
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This little lady is easy to recreate with a simple basic classic costume you can find anywhere and by simply adding a few embellishments. For the headband, I used a gold necklace that has a solid structure (you could even use a gold ribbon if you wanted to) that has a blue gem hot glued to it. The ribbon is just an added piece to tie around your neck.
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The sexy Marge! You know the episodes where she decides to let her hair down? The tall beehive hair is obvious but this is SO much more fun, not to mention easier to manage all night.
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The dress, seriously the easiest thing to make EVER. Simply get a yard or two of the lime green stretch spandex fabric, measure around your body, sew inside out and voila, you are her! The beaded necklace you can make in a pinch if you can't find one — we scored and found this one at Goodwill!
Now, moving onto our yellow wig costumes. We tapped into a couple more Pop Stars: Miss Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga, an Angry Bird and a crazy Pop Art Comic Book Gal.
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This crazy lady is definitely among the leaders in sporting brightly colored hair as a fashion statement. For this costume, we went with an actual Gaga dress and topped it off with a pair of shoes that are NO JOKE!
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The shoes! This is not a necessity, but with the dress being so inexpensive, we decided it may be worth the splurge to commit to the investment in the shoes. The dress comes with eyewear, but these glasses truly take this costume to a more glam look that seems less out of the bag.
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We went with yellow-haired Nicki, but in all honesty you could literally wear any of these wigs for this chick — she wears 'em all! The key is exuding her sex appeal in combination with her sometimes crazy eyeball face topped off with not taking yourself too seriously. But this jam packs more punch if you go for being funny rather than sexy.
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Definitely go with a dress size slightly smaller than what you would ordinarily wear. Then, feel free to stuff your bra with a little tissue paper to get those signature Nicki curves. Throw on a few gold chains and heels, and have a friend draw on her arm tattoo with eyeliner. I have to give it up to Miss Minaj, trying to copy her crazy eye look is REALLY hard.
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We've seen this costume before, but this look is still too dang cute to pass up. Especially when the list of what you need to make it happen is this simple!
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You could go with any shade of yellow really, I happened to have this little getup in my closet (just for the record, the shirt and skirt are from H&M and the sweater is from Target). Draw out the face onto the proper colored felt and cut it out. Glue the head piece to the headband. Everything else can be taped to the wig.
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There are SO many versions of this look out there in the cyber world to choose from. Here is our take, where the outfit is pretty simple and it really comes down to the makeup.
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Pop on the leggings and the top and then all that's left to tackle is the makeup. And once you have the right makeup on hand, it's not all that hard to achieve this head-turning look. The dots are all about precision — use a pencil eraser or tip of a makeup brush to apply the cream dots consistently all over your face.
Now for our orange wig costumes. We went with Leeloo Dallas (the hottie from The Fifth Element), a pumpkin, Fraggle Rock and the Mad Hatter.
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Channeling this sci-fi film icon is a really fun way to tap into a more sexy look while maintaining a quirkiness that keeps it fun. Truth: this teeny tiny outfit has indeed been my Halloween costume in the past — join the ranks this year!
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Okay, this may be really, really basic, but it is a Halloween staple. Plus, it’s the one time of year you can wear all orange all the time. #goGIANTS
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This look is all about orange everything! Orange leggings, an orange pumpkin t-shirt and that orange wig. Turn yourself into a pumpkin by pairing a green cone with an orange doily, and you're good to go.
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One of the leading faces from the kooky '80s TV series can surely help bring back the nostalgia this Halloween. It's sure to put a BIG muppet-style smile on your face in this getup.
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Score a turtleneck from your local thrift store like we did. For the headpiece, grab a skein of orange yarn, cut it in half, tie each side off and attach to either side of your head with bobby pins. Grab any tail (this is from a lion costume kit) and add orange yarn to it too.
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We're going with the Johnny Depp version, obviously!
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As you can see, I purposely left out super descriptive details from each garment. The thing is, as long as you get the gist of the color scheme down and the general silhouette, this costume is so easy to replicate. Every clothing item is from my closet. I made the thread holster by stringing thread spools onto yarn and draping it over my shoulder. The makeup is a an understated version inspired from the original, but really easy to recreate. And yes, those are fake eyelashes as eyebrows!
Last we have our costume picks using a pink wig. These were our selects: Strawberry Shortcake, a unicorn, Jem and Frenchie from Grease.
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Another '80s classic that can be played down with a pair of white sneakers or sexified by wearing a pair of t-strap pumps.
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If there is an option to wear flats, I say TAKE IT! How cute are these gifts to carry around as a fun accent piece? This costume definitely errs on the quick and easy side of the spectrum, so the hand-wrapped gifts make it feel a little more DIY! For your makeup just add some freckles using either black or brown eyeliner.
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Real talk: I just wanted an excuse to dress up like a unicorn. The pink wig is just a bonus.
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This costume is so comfortable and super cute! You can also add glitter or do your makeup really crazy if you want to take it to the next level.
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Clearly, we are as obsessed with our '80s cartoon characters as we are with wig costumes. For bright pink tresses, Jem is an absolute must!
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“Beauty school drop out, go back to high school” — the tune never gets old. Typically the go-to Grease costume is the lovely Sandy, but let’s think outside the box and use this opportunity to channel the sweetest pink lady and her accidental pink hair. If only she knew how trendsetting she was back in the day!
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Blake Lively is as multifaceted as they come. She's an actress who has starred in titles like Gossip Girl, A Simple Favor, and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (plus It Ends With Us). She's the founder of Betty Buzz, which has a variety of non-alcoholic mixers that taste just as good on their own as they do with liquor. And, she's also a mom. Lively has been outspoken about protecting her children from the paparazzi, making rare public appearances with them for events like her husband Ryan Reynolds' Hollywood Walk Of Fame Ceremonyandcozy date nights.
When Lively and Reynolds seemingly announced the birth of their fourth child last year, we melted. Here's everything you need to know about Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively's kids.
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Yes, Taylor Swift loves Blake Lively's kids! The family has shown up to the Eras Tour multiple times, and most recently supported the popstar at her concert in New Orleans, Louisiana. Blake and Ryan were joined by oldest daughter James (who looked amazing in a Reputation-inspired 'fit), and I can't believe how much James and Blake look alike! She's truly her mini-me! At the Philadelphia show of the Eras Tour, which Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively attended, Taylor said hello from the stage.
One funny detail about Ryan Reynolds' kids that I love is when he mentioned the girls finally realized Taylor Swift was a popstar. "I think what's most exciting for them is that for the longest time they just thought Taylor's just like an aunt, like a friend of Mommy and Daddy that's very, very close, almost family," he tellsThe Jess Cagle Show. "And then they went to a concert one day and were like, 'Ohhhhh, this isn't a hobby.'"
For Super Bowl Sunday in 2024, Blake Lively joined Taylor Swift to support beau (and KC Chiefs tight end) Travis Kelce. "Last week I left my kids for the first time ever," she says on Instagram. "I took pictures upside down and had no clue. I treated a friendship bracelet like a Flat Stanley for my husband like I didn’t realize it wasn’t ‘07. I borrowed more jewelry than the skeleton in the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. And I went clubbing. Now I know what my episode of TheTwilight Zone would look like."
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At the end of September, Ryan Reynolds revealed how different parenting seems to be now than when he was a kid. "Parents today are so different. We're so soft," he said at HubSpot’s INBOUND tech conference (via People). "I don't yell. I grew up with like — it was nuts, it was an improvised militia.”
“Now it's like, I can go look at all my resources for parenting and remind myself how to be perfectly compassionate,” he continued. "Something I love about [conflict resolution], and I know this is not very fancy, but what I love about it is that you can meet somebody where they are, and you don't have to be right or wrong...You can disagree and still connect."
Blake Lively recently joined an episode of her Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants' costar Amber Tamblyn's Further Adoand revealed the one unbreakable rule she made with Ryan Reynolds.
“When Ryan and I got together, we made a rule not to work at the same time,” she says. “So that we could always prioritize our personal life...That takes working really hard when we're not. Just like financial planning and sustaining that; it takes balance.”
I love that Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are serious about their family life, and that they have identified what works for them and are sticking with it.
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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' fourth baby is named Olin, which he revealed during the July 22 premiere of Deadpool & Wolverine!
Before Ryan chose to reveal the name, he appeared on the Today show and made a cheeky joke about it after the hosts urged him to spill the beans. He said, "We always wait for Taylor to tell us what the child's name will be. We'll say this: we're still waiting."
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Blake Lively's kids are all under 10. James is 9 (turning 10 on December 16), Inez is 7 (turning 8 on September 30), Betty is 4 (turning 5 on October 4), and Olin turned 1 in February.
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On July 26, Ryan Reynolds confirmed that he and Blake Lively's fourth baby, born in February 2023, is a boy in an Instagram video supporting mental health charity Walking 4 Hope. Speaking with founder John Bell, who struggled with suicidal ideation after the 2020 loss of his son Jake, Reynolds says, “I want to share with you that I, too, have a son...Boy, John, if I love him one-tenth as much as you love Jake, I’ll feel like I’ve done a pretty d—mn good job.”
Considering how adorable James, Inez, and Betty are, I can only imagine how cute Blake Lively's son is!
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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have four kids. They welcomed their third daughter in 2019, making this new addition to the family their fourth child.
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Blake Lively posted a pic on Super Bowl Sunday in 2023 showing what appears to be a post-baby body with the caption "Been busy."
Lively confirmed her fourth pregnancy in September 2022 when she arrived at her Forbes event in NYC cradling a baby bump and by posting her own personal photos on Instagramhoping that "the 11 guys waiting outside [her] home for a 🦄 sighting will leave [her] alone."
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Blake Lively was 27 when she gave birth to her first daughter, James, in December of 2014.
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The couple decided to name their daughter James after Reynolds' late father. While the name connects both James and Reynolds to his father, it also gives Lively the chance to bond with her daughter over having historically male names. "I liked having a boy's name," Lively said on Good Morning Americain 2015. "I thought I'd pass it on."
Their third daughter Betty's name is a tribute to Lively's late father. We didn't know the name of the couple's third baby until Taylor Swift used all three names in her 2020 album folklore. Swift also used James' voice at the beginning of her 2017 track "Gorgeous"! Does that mean we'll hear one of Ryan Reynolds' children in Reputation (Taylor's Version)? I hope so!
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In a conversation with Hugh Jackman ahead of Deadpool & Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds opened up about how his family has helped his anxiety. "I think it makes it better because your focus is less on yourself and more on your kids," he says (via People). "I love that I've had anxiety because when I see my kids experiencing some of that, which is probably genetic, I know how to address it in a way that is compassionate, that actually allows them to feel seen. I know that I can't just fix it. And I can communicate all that stuff to them and with them. I'm always grateful for it."
Per People, Ryan Reynolds has also made it clear he and Blake are wholly invested in the kids' daily lives. The doting husband and father enjoys the moments of "walking them to school and walking them back" as it deepens their bond. More than anything, Ryan and Blake's main goal is to make sure they teach their kids how to be introspective with Ryan saying "the thing we sort of hang our hat on the most is self-awareness with our kids."
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However, that doesn't mean Blake and Ryan don't absolutely love being parents. "We're very excited [and] we wouldn't do this four times if we didn't love it," he says in an interview with CNBC's Power Lunch. "Everybody's doing great. Everybody's actually doing fantastic. I think if we hadn't figured it out by now, I think we'd be in deep, deep trouble."
"It's a zoo over here," he jokes. "This is my office here, this is where I'll probably — to be honest, I'll probably spend the rest of my life in here."
We love how much energy Ryan and Blake are pouring into their kids. It's always beautiful when parents are able to be present with their kids and teach them how to be present with themselves. Ryan Reynolds has also mentioned how having daughters "has been such a ride." Since he comes from a family of all boys, having daughters is something that was beyond his wildest dreams! “I love being a girl dad,” Ryan tells Access in 2020. “I have three daughters, which I never in a million years would imagine.”
He mentioned his newest child in June of 2023, when he announced his new series Bedtime Stories. "The idea for a show made to help everyone fall asleep was born the same day as my fourth child," he says on Instagram.
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The Deadpool actor also recently offered some parenting advice on Amanda Hirsch’s hit podcastNot Skinny But Not Fat. "Embrace the chaos,” he tells Hirsch. "[Blake] always says, ‘They're all under our roof right now. The whole family's under our roof right now. We have them all.’ And that is a fleeting thing. Not an infinite resource, you know?”
While Reynolds understands firsthand how overwhelming parenting can feel, he also doesn't wish away this time with four young kids: “Just say, ‘Think about what you would give in 40 years or 30 years to come back and enjoy this one moment.’"
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Blake Lively opened up about how Ryan Reynolds and she monitor screen safety for their kids, which is definitely something top-of-mind in 2024. “This is not an ad. I get nothing out of this. I just love @tappityapp,” she said of the STEM-focused educational app. “It’s engaging, informative, fun and they care about safety."
She also jokes that she's learning new things right along with her kids! But, no matter how educational or fun an app is, Blake Lively also emphasizes the importance of engaging with her kids' devices: "I’m always triple checking any kids app constantly for safety because that’s my responsibility not an app’s, but I do LOVE this one.”
Despite its fun and funny moments, the actress has admitted being a mom is hard, but she did it with her signature dry sense of humor. “BettyBooze at your service," she wrote in an Instagram Story announcing the new brand. "These are recipes I’ve been making for loved ones for years. But I have 4 kids now. And I’m tired. So here they are. In a can."
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However, Blake Lively absolutely loves motherhood, and says in a 2022 interview with Forbes that having children has made her feel more comfortable in her own skin. "Once I had children, that just became even more profound because my time was even more precious, but also I think having children for me made me feel so much more in my skin," she says. "I never felt more myself or at ease in my own body or more confident — not to say that there aren't a bevy of insecurities coming at me a million times a day, but I just feel incredibly settled."
Speaking with People in 2021, Lively also explains how important it is that her children see her accomplish things outside the home. "I want to be as present of a mother as humanly possible and I want them to feel my presence, but I also think the best way to be the best mother is to show them that you can have a life and have a passion and have an identity outside of just being a mother," Lively says.
While she acknowledges that motherhood is all-encompassing, and it looks different for everyone, she knows that having your own identity is very important. "Teaching them that they can maintain themselves and that everything is possible [is crucial]," she adds.
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Blake Lively's children were all born in the last 10 years. Blake Lively's daughters are James, Inez, Betty, and her fourth child is named Olin! Their fourth baby's name was announced during the premiere of Deadpool & Wolverine. Blake gave birth to James in 2014, while Inez was born in 2016. Lively gave birth to Betty in 2019 and Olin in February of 2023.
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Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds' children don't have a nanny. "I feel like I could sometimes have a bit of a short fuse, but there's just been this weirdly endless supply of patience," Ryan told GQ in 2015. "I have no problem waking up five times in the middle of the night and changing diapers, and as exhausted as you get, I have this stupid grin on my face all the time."
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If it were up to us, we'd dress in a costume every day. So when October finally arrives, and it comes time to choose that winning Halloween lewk, we definitely do not eff around. We've compiled more than 120 (!!) of our favorite couples costume ideas for besties and lovers alike! As far as we're concerned, spooky season just got a whole lot more stylish. From pop culture moments that everyone will recognize to puns and even SNL sketches, these are some of the best 'fits around.
Scroll on for a wide variety of the most unusual and themostclassic couple's Halloween costume ideas that are sure to get you and yours feeling wildly inspired and ready to double stun. No matter what Halloween looks like this year, you're going to crush it with these creative DIY couples costumes.
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Rory's first boyfriend makes for an excellent Halloween costume. Especially if you're at the beginning of your rewatch. (via Brit + Co)
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Who doesn't love Cruella and her 101 pups? Oh, everybody. Grab your fave black dress, a sharpie, and some old white clothes to create this couple's costume. (via Brit + Co)
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Life can be a circus, so why not dress the part?! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
We think Marilyn said it best: “Give a girl the right pair of shoes and she'll conquer the world." And she'll conquer Halloween while she's at it. (via Brit + Co)
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“Under the sea, under the sea! Darling, it’s better, down where it’s wetter!” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Beyoncé never disappoints when it comes to her performance wardrobe and glam. (via Brit + Co)
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Fellow peasants, thy princes have arrived to rule the land and look damn good too. (via Brit + Co)
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Fun Fact: The creators of the movie designed Carl to have a square shape and Ellie to have a balloon-shape to show how Carl was a bit stuck in his ways but Ellie rounded Carl out. (via Brit + Co)This is one spooky couple's costume that will give everyone the creeps...in a good way.
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If you haven't seen the Disney short, Paperman, it's truly magical. This one was a special one for Jon and Paige, because Jon asked Paige to marry him with a Paperman-inspired proposal. (I'm not crying, you're crying!) (via Brit + Co)
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These two next-level musicians will always hold a dear place in our hearts. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“I can show you the world!” Or the Google map directions to the Halloween party. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“But Grace, I'm engaging with all the people on the Internet-land." Prepare to unleash your super sassy selves as one of Netflix's best on-screen duos. (via Brit + Co)
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Bringing this classic board game to life delivers comfort for the both of you, a hint of sexy, and without a doubt a buzzing nostalgia. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“You’ll never figure out who you really are if you are trying to be someone else.” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“Who’s the leader of the club that’s made for you and me? M-I-C-K-E-Y-M-O-U-S-E!” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
What are we waiting for? Here we gooooo! We’re off to Neverland! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Dress up as this real-life power couple or grab two friends and complete the costume crew with Trump and Bernie. (via Brit + Co)
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Let’s be real — the show Bananas in Pyjamas is pretty bizarre. But since we love eating bananas and we love wearing comfy pajamas, it kind of works, right?! (via Brit + Co)
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“Tale as old as time. A song as old as rhyme. Beauty and the Beast." (via Brit + Co)
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It looks like it’s going to be a treacherous night in the Forbidden Forest for these two. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Who is the guest and who is the host? Only time will tell. Couple up in old-fashioned, Western style-meets-futuristic robot style. (via Brit + Co)For this Ross and Rachel partner costume, go for an iconic look like Rachel's Central Perk apron or a funny moment — like when they doodle on each other's faces. Just make sure you use eyeliner instead of Sharpie.
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You'll be destined to win the easiest and most comfy couple's costume when you dress up as Baby and his love interest, Debora. Perfect for the audiophile who wants to make a quick getaway - from the party. (via Brit + Co)
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From Broad City's season three “Game Over" episode where Abbi competes in the Soulstice Games and Ilana loses her job at Deals! Deals! Deals!, this costume pairing just might be two of the show's most iconic looks. (via Brit + Co)
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As classic as they come, dress up and get spooky without spending more than a few bucks. Sheet yeah. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
All we have to say is: “You’re standing on my neck.” These two teens were never very impressed, but that somehow made us love them even more. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“Go back in your pajamas, go to bed, eat nothing but gallons of ice cream and tons of pizza.” Well said, Lorelai. And don’t forget those Pop-Tarts too! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Remember when that chick from the Big Bang Theory was a tween and had her own show? Yeah. That was Blossom and her bestie sidekick, Six, and they were pretty dang cool once upon a time. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Is it just us, or is James Corden's Carpool Karaoke series one of the greatest gems of the Internet? Try it out and pick from any of our favorite guests — like the always groovin' Justin Timberlake. (via Brit + Co)
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This Ryan Gosling + Emma Stone-inspired costume is easy to put together, and once you have it on, you’ll be ready to dance and sing your way through the Halloween party. (via Brit + Co)
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We love how cute and colorful this delicious duo is. Because there’s actually nothing better than pizza and ice cream, right?! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
These two = YES. And is it weird that we would rock that polka dot sweater on the regular? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
We turned these two rival transportation companies into a very driven couple (see what we did there?!). Perhaps even a power (struggle) couple? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This pair of heartbreakers looks like they’re ready to tear it up on iMessage AND the dance floor. (via Brit + Co)
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You can never go wrong with classic picture book characters like these two. But can you pick them out of the party crowd? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Let's journey back to 1988 when the world accepted the idea that Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito could be… twins? Wait, WHAT? (via Brit + Co)
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This costume involves some serious Taylor Swift ‘tude and an S.O. who is willing to rotate between several masks throughout the night. (via Brit + Co)
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Let’s turn the clocks back to this imaginary New Year’s Eve party in the ’50s and then get that simple pun of a costume on for all night fun — and probably lots of questions too. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Ham it up all night pretending to fight off Stormtroopers with Kylo Ren. May the force be with you! (via Brit + Co)
Get ready for your favorite eerie show with a couple's costume that is totally easy and totally iconic.
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The former Teen Vogue interns have both built their own respective empires since their time on MTV. Reminisce about the days of intern and dating life in these easy-to-achieve California Girl outfits. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Why NOT dress up as the most unforgettable couple from The Hills. Whether you just want to get a rise out of your fellow Halloween-goers or simply love pretending (at least we hope) to be a famewhore, then this is the couples costume for you and your boo. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“So I guess we are who we are for a lot of reasons. And maybe we’ll never know most of them.” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Are you ready to stop being cact-i and start being cact-us? Follow this DIY tutorial and you’ll look sharp in no time. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Feel like wearing pajamas out on the town this Halloween? Then this unicorn couple’s costume is the onesie ensemble of your unicorn dreams. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
You'll have some serious fun with this couple's costume. Grab your best male friend OR a random guy from Bumble who isn't actually your BF for an epic Halloween evening pretending to be this messy couple from a distant past. (via Brit + Co)
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This is SUCH a classic. Whether you’re partners, friends, or actual stepbrothers, it’s sheer comedic genius every time. (via Brit + Co)
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Get it? We think this costume would be totally Punchy-approved. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This classic get-up always looks good, and you’ll definitely win the dance-off. “It’s systematic, it’s hydromatic — why it’s grease lightnin’!” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
The rainbow is making it rain gold coins, yo! Rain, rain, come again! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This costume is definitely a potential rock-directly-from-your-closet look. Since this one is a little more understated, it will require you to play the part with your partner throughout the night. Don’t forget to brown bag it! (via Brit +Co)Brit + Co
Harley Quinn and the Joker from Suicide Squad are THE edgiest of couples costumes with their oddly twisted yet heartfelt love. (via Brit + Co)
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It doesn't get any better than this classic duo. Be everyone's favorite treat when you head out or in this Halloween. (via Brit + Co)
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No idea why this is hilarious? It's definitely a deep cut, straight from Jimmy Fallon's archive on The Tonight Show. (via Brit + Co)
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If you still aren't quite sure what this means, we'll break it down for you. This is code for a makeout session, so pucker up with your boo. (via Brit + Co)
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Channel your inner rockstars by becoming these two legends this Halloween. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Horseheads are a thing, and we happen to have two. So, if you really have no idea what to be this Halloween, just Amazon Prime a pair and get ready to get creepy all night long. (via Brit + Co)
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For those of you who have no desire to create your own costume but still want a legit getup, look no further than these '80s-inspired pre-made costumes. (via Brit + Co)
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Wait, what? Yep. We went there. You really do make our dreams come true. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
The underbite-based smile that Garth is sporting really seals the deal. SHA-WING. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This is the only other Queen on this list that deserves a standing ovation. Plus, Yara doesn’t look too shabby either. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This is just crazy creative if we do say so ourselves. (via Brit + Co)Dressing up as characters who are dressing up as characters? That's meta.
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Thanks to the regular SNL skit, our two favorite songwriters are welcome to crash any of our holiday parties! (via Brit + Co)
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You’re destined to have a KNOCKOUT Halloween when you dress up as this dynamic GLOW duo. We’re always in it to win it! (via Brit + Co)
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Besties, BFFs, more-than-friends. Show your friendly or romantic love for each other in IRL text communique. (via Brit + Co)
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There’s a good chance that you already have a lot of these costume materials at home, which means minimal buying or DIYing. That should make you jump for Joy. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
If you haven’t seen the SNL skit featuring Kristen Wiig, you’re overdue. “Her name is Gilly and she’s at it again, causing lots of ruckus like a barnyard hen. She’s always making trouble, her hair is like a bubble. Knock, knock, who’s there? It’s Gilly.” (via Brit + Co)
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A Tim Burton love story is always something completely unexpected. Jack and Sally’s twisted love tale may be just what the two of you have always been looking for. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
In true Wes Anderson fashion, this power couple from The Grand Budapest Hotel is all kinds of quirky strange. (via Brit + Co)Apple/Brit + Co
Grab a partner and make this emoji come to life. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Get joined at the hip like these iconic Dr. Seuss characters in simple blue wigs and red maxis. “Today is your day. Your mountain is waiting!” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
“Leave the saving of the world to the men? [We] don’t think so.” Let’s do this thing — together. (via Brit + Co)Apple/Brit + Co
It doesn’t get any simpler than this costume featuring just your tee and jeans. Just make sure you’re holding hands. All. Night. Long. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Unleash your inner diva as this pop queen duo, ideal for tearing up the dance floor. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
The Mecca of everything Kristen Wiig has ever done on SNL is the Dooneese skit. This crazy ugly duckling character knows how to make us cry-laugh with her outrageous one-liners and tiny hands. (via Brit + Co)
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ICYMI, David Bowie stars in this fantastical movie from the ‘80s. It’s creepy, strange, and beautiful all at the same time. And a pretty great Halloween costume idea too. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
These two star-crossed lovers represented teenage angst, dyed hair, and flawless flannel in their entirety. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Channeling your inner Gary Sinise and Tom Hanks for the duo to end all duos. Run, Forrest, run! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Whether the dog represents Frances Bean is still TBD, but this is one of our all-time fave pop-culture costumes. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
We give all our yesses to Broad City and the two kweens that are comedy geniuses Abbi and Ilana. If you haven’t seen this episode intro yet, you’ve not fully lived. (via Brit + Co)
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Inspired by SNL's David S. Pumpkins skit, these two bony babes easily be sported sans Tom Hanks. Just be sure to bring the goofy faces and plenty of dorky dance moves. Alternatively, you can use any Skeleton costume to be Phoebe Bridgers! (via Brit + Co)
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Is it blue and black? Or white and gold? Yes, the most confusing day of your life is now a DIY Halloween costume. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Oh, Barb… she may just be the most tragic character on the show. And, for the most part, it seemed like she only had Nancy looking out for her. Rep this strong (if brief) friendship in easy-to-recreate ’80s costumes. (via Brit + Co)
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They say that breakfast is indeed the most important meal of the day. Grab your number two and rep this v. special meal in full stack and sticky syrup form. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Mix these two DIY costumes and you have the perfect fruity blend: a Strawberry Lime Mojito. Cocktail, anyone? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Dress as this diva and the host of Carpool Karaoke. Have cardboard, will travel (and sing). (via Brit and Co)Brit + Co
The chemistry is palpable with these two Guardians of the Galaxy characters. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Possibly one of our fave Netflix duos, these two are the perfect combo of Halloween sweetness and strange. (via Brit + Co)
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From two different Broad City episodes but perfect for pairing, this simple and non-basic costume will keep you feeling silly and shouting “yass queen” to each other all night long. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This Disney flick is truly full of awesome life lessons. Like that it’s not recommended that you marry a man you just met or that you shouldn’t be afraid to just be yourself. We think this is the ideal criteria for a costume too. (via Brit + Co)
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Go down the costume rabbit hole with this one and recreate two iconic characters from the Lewis Carroll classic. After all, “We’re all mad here.” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
No matter which flavor of La Croix you and your S.O. may be, we can all agree that La Croix is life. (via Brit + Co)
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Are you Ofwarren, Offred, or Ofglen? Take your pick from any of these actually scary characters. Praise be. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Roll in the deep with this sultry songstress and the host of Carpool Karaoke. “Hello from the other side!” (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Grab your beau or your BFF and dress up as the two coolest caped crusaders. This costume is really doable, and you might already have most of the pieces in your closet. Ready to save Gotham City? Let’s do this! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Quickly transform you and your bae or bestie into prehistoric creatures with this simple felt DIY, and you’ll be getting your roar on in no time. Pro tip: Be sure to practice that perfect dinosaur walk. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Eyeballs and serious DIY mask-making skills are required for this monster version of the couple stuck in the attic in one of our favorite spooky flicks. (via Brit + Co)
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“You're an idiot, Steve Harrington." “You're beautiful, Nancy Wheeler." Aww, young love at its strangest. (via Brit + Co)
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There’s sure to be at least a few Star Wars characters at the party, so why not complete the scene and dress up as these furry creatures? It’s time to Ewok and roll! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
We still can’t get over the fact that these two once had a show where they entered the blue-collar world and worked among the rest of us. Recreate this throwback costume and make sure to bring the ‘tude. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This movie is so intense, we think it’s worth recreating for years to come. And whether you’re Leo or the ferocious bear, you’re sure to have a raucous Halloween holiday. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
You don’t have to be preggers to dress up like our favorite Japanese dish, but it definitely doesn’t hurt. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Nom nom nom. Expand this costume even more by transforming your baby or pet into a cold glass of milk to complete this sweet snack. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
The Princess Bride was actually a crucial part of some of our ’90s upbringing. As you wish! (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
This slightly more advanced DIY was featured on the Today Show where we created this couple’s costume — featuring Tom Hanks as Chuck and his BFF volleyball, Wilson. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co/Disney
Grab your STELLAR babe or BFF to dress up like these two space station queens. Any excuse to wear pink spandex and we’re definitely in.(via Brit + Co)
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This sporty couple’s costume is really cute even sans bump. It’s time to win an ace on that contest match point, y’all. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Whether you’re Team Dean, Jess, or Logan, we can all agree that dressing up as any one of Rory’s love interests would make a cute couple’s costume. (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
Pikachu and Ash are bound to be a popular duo every Halloween, so be as creative as possible when dressing up your pets. (via Brit + Co)
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Be sure to hit up your local Goodwill store, as ours did us a solid. Is it just us, or does this make you want to listen to “Pony” by Ginuwine? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
You really can’t go wrong with any one of this show’s iconic couples! Who’s the Zack Morris to your Kelly Kapowski? (via Brit + Co)Brit + Co
We were THRILLED when Apple released the batch of emojis featuring both a male and female David Bowie. It's time to put on your red shoes and dance the blues, baby. (via Brit + Co)
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He thinks of you as his Wonder Woman, and he's your Superman. Why not dress the part? (via Brit + Co)
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I can give you two reasons why Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard's marriage sits high on my admiration list — Veronica Mars and Punk'd. I was in barely in middle school when these two stars graced my TV screen on their respective shows, but they've always stood out to me. Discovering they were dating just seemed to make sense in the grand scheme of good romantic pairings and — as we can see — it turns out Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard think so too.
From their first meet-cute that wasn't actually that cute to the ways they've loved each other through dark times, Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard almost make being in love look easy. Here's a breakdown of some of the most important moments of their relationship timeline.
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The couple haven't been shy about revealing their first time meeting was exactly love at first sight. Kristen Bell admitted during an Instagram Q&A in 2018 that they actually met at a party for producer Shauna Robertson. E! News recalled that the actress said, "2 weeks later I saw him at a hockey game and he asked for the gum in my mouth." Knowing Dax's personality, that actually checks out.
She also revealed his unconventional pickup line. "Truly, his first text to me was: ‘Hi. My name is Dax. I violated your privacy and got your number from Shauna. How do you feel about that,'' she remembered.
Though they did start dating, Kristen regularly trolls Dax about the time they briefly broke up. She told Popsugar, "He sat me down and said, 'I can't have this right now. I think you're wonderful, but I am still dating other people.' And then I, like, liquefied and fell to the ground, but I felt incredibly respected that he had the balls to tell me we weren't in the same place."
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Who can forget the hilarious rom-com movie When in Rome? Kristen starred as the 'unlucky in love' main character Beth who finds herself being pursued by a handful of romantic prospects after she picks up coins from a fountain that's supposed to grant love those who dare to take from it. Dax played the role of Gale, a model who was very into himself, and it was funny watching them interact on-screen.
According to People, the couple got engaged shortly after filming ended.
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A source relayed the news to People in 2012 by sharing the following statement, "They’re so excited — they’re both ecstatic. They can’t wait to become parents." They also shared that Kristen had been dealing with a bit of morning sickness, but she started doing better as time passed.
Several months later, Kristen gave birth birth to her and Dax's first daughter, Lincoln Bell Shepard.
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Finally, the couple welcomed their second daughter, Delta Bell Shepard, before Christmas in 2014.
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Dax Shepard has never been ashamed to talk about his sobriety journey and shared a personal moment with that made him question everything He appeared on Blake Griffin's podcast, The Pursuit of Healthiness to talk about his struggles in 2021. "What I would do is I would get sober for movies. I cared more about movies — it was the only thing I was more addicted to was being in movies — and so I would get sober for movies and then in between movies it was getting more and more dangerous," he recalled.
It wasn't until he caught a glimpse of himself in a mirror during a trip to Hawaii that he realized something was wrong. He remembered thinking, "I have every single thing I've ever wanted, and I'm at my lowest point emotionally and something has got to be very broken about that. If I have everything I said was going to make me feel good and I feel terrible, I've got to look at some other thing."
To celebrate her husband's commitment to remaining sober, Kristen wrote a heartfelt message on Instagram to encourage him to keep going. "I'm so proud that you have never been ashamed of your story, but instead shared it widely, with the hope it might inspire someone else to become the best version of themselves...I love you more than I ever thought I could love anyone, and I want you to know, I see you. I see how hard you work," a portion of the lengthy message reads.
Addiction in any form is never easy to navigate so we admire how much Kristen's been supportive of Dax.
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It's no doubt that Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard have experienced a lot throughout their marriage, but they've managed to stay the course. Kristen actually shared some amazing advice for other couples during a conversation with Entertainment Tonight that we're thinking about applying to our own relationships. "Common goals, seek them out," she stressed.
The other thing she feels is crucial to making a relationship work is truly seeing and valuing your partner as a person. "Understanding that your partner used to be a little person is the best thing you can do. Sometimes if we're ever on the verge of a fight, one of us will say — it's usually Dax — 'I feel like 8-year-old Dax right now.' And I'm able to see him like I see my kids, which is in a very different way and go, 'Oh yeah, you're a little person that had trauma and triggers and it's not about me,'" she added.
That's powerful because it can be hard to remember that it's not just about you in a relationship. We don't think people intentionally mean to be selfish, but it can be happen and the key is to acknowledge it instead of doubling down on a particular stance that may not be helpful in the heat of an argument.
Nobody Wants This has been the fall rom-com that we can't stop talking about because it's clear Kristen Bell and Adam Brody have intense chemistry in it. Not only were we surprised by it, but it apparently startled Dax Shepard. PEOPLEreports he opened up to the crowd at the New York Festival about it on Saturday, October 28 by recounting a conversation he had with his friend. "...we watched that scene together, the kissing scene, which I'd argue is the very best kissing scene ever, ever put on film," the actor said. "And my best friend, Aaron, from childhood, he goes, 'Does she ever kiss you like that?' No, I didn't even know she could kiss like that."
Dax has no problems poking fun at he and Kristen's relationship so I'm sure they've since debunked that behind closed doors.
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We have a serious appreciation for all things creative, like these plus-size Halloween costumes, and we have a hunch you’ll love some of our newest finds, too. Afterward, if you still haven’t decided on which costume to wear this Halloween, gather your group of besties and get their opinion — or, better yet, pick out a group Halloween costume, and you can all dress up together! Here are 40 of the most curve-lovin’ (and seriously hot) plus-size Halloween costumes you’ll find out there this season.
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Cruella de Vil will always hold a special place among our most-feared villains, right alongside Voldemort and Ursula. After all, she’s going after puppies! But on Halloween, the celebration of the gruesome and morbid, this evilness equates to fabulousness, and we’ll more than forgive you for dressing up like her… just this once.
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Channel your deepest, darkest powers and channel your inner Maleficent this Halloween. “So you see, the story is not quite as you were told.”
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Wait, so we can look cute *and* be toasty-warm?! We’re sayin’ yes to this fuzzy zip-up.
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Get ready for liftoff in this flight attendant costume. If you’re a travel-lover, this is the perfect way to bring your passion into your costume.
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This has to be the ultimate curvy bombshell character to channel on Halloween. The dress, gloves, hair, and makeup are bold and will definitely put your bangin’ bod front and center. (via Brit + Co)
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Frisky attitude not included. This plus size Halloween costume might look simple, but it’s anything but basic.
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There’s nothing as fun — and a little dangerous — as the glitz and glamour of the ’20s. Throw on a long string of pearls or do your makeup to look like a ghostly flapper for that extra creative edge.
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We’ll always be a sucker for classic Disney costumes. And if you want to give Ursula that extra-special take, you can follow this relatively simple DIY for the costume contest win! (via Brit + Co)
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This is — hands down — one of the best mermaid costumes we’ve ever seen. From the form-fitting metallic mermaid “tail” to the bustier top, this is for sure a look to emulate if you want to flaunt your curves.
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Down the rabbit hole you go this Halloween. You never know what’s going to happen when you channel this fairytale classic!
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You had us at gold, sequins, and tulle. Oh, and we’re always down to rule the sea!
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We’ll always love our classic Disney princesses, especially this beauty.
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You don’t need a Mickey to look fly as heck in a retro-inspired Minnie Mouse getup.
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One of the best reasons to dress up as an ancient Egyptian is obviously the cat-eye makeup.
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Pay homage to one of your favorite fairy tales with a sexy twist. Plus, if you haven’t worn a cape before, you truly haven’t lived.
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It may be illegal to impersonate a police officer, but no one ever said a flirty cop was off-limits!
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We could all use a fairy godmother, albeit notthis scheming one from Shrek. Still, this is a hilarious costume, and we’re definitely eyeing that wand and wig combo.
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We’re impressed with the mismatched thigh-highs and color-coordinated armbands on this plus-size Halloween costume.
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The name of this costume says it all. If you’re in the mood to prioritize comfort, you’ll feel extra-snuggly in this cozy bat costume.
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If you loved the all-female Ghostbusters as much as we did, grab your friends and go as the whole crew. The best part? On Halloween, there will be plenty of monsters to bust, which makes a great conversation-starter!
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Everyone at this year's Halloween party will be buzzing about you in this flattering bee costume. You are the queen, after all!
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The beer maid costume is always a safe choice. It’s cute and classic, and you get to wear pigtails.
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If you’re going to wear this outfit out on the town, you’ll definitely have at least seven admirers following you wherever you go.
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Sail the open seas with this cute and comfy sailor costume. This retro getup is all about the accessories!
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Another way to celebrate Halloween is to celebrate the dead. Do it in style with this awesome costume.
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If you’re into traditional bones, this comfy number will surely scare the living dead out of you.
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This is the perfect Halloween costume for when you don’t really want to dress up. Flats? Check! Awesome jacket to keep you warm? Double check!
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No one is going to mess with you in this costume, and you just might feel faster than a speeding bullet.
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With plenty of sass and a whole lot of ruffles, this costume will have you dancing for joy.
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Be your own superhero with this sleek Elastigirl costume. You would look totally incredible in it.
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We wouldn’t drink the tea that this Alice serves. While we do love the original blue that Disney’s Alice wears, we are really digging this all-black dress too.
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Trick-or-treat in the name of justice! Grab Superman and bring him along too, because you two are friends now, remember?
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Keep this Halloween totally tubular by donning this adorable retro dress with go-go boots and a fun '70s eye makeup look!
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If you’re team Jason, then you need to buy this sexy number. While we’re not sure who would ultimately win this fight, we’re sure this outfit is already winning our hearts.
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While Superman is cool and all, we are particularly fond of Wonder Woman. She’s a badass chick that we are ready to represent. Flying an invisible jet doesn’t hurt, either.
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