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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.

DIY Costume Wig Ideas

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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.

Blue Wigs

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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.

1. Cookie Monster Costume

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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2. Katy Perry Costume

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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3. Sailor Mercury Costume

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!

What You Need:

  • Sailor costume
  • Boots
  • Teal ribbon
  • Gold head piece
  • Blue gem
  • Hot glue

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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4. Sexy Marge Simpson Costume

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.

What You Need:

  • 1 yard of green spandex fabric
  • Sewing machine
  • Red beaded necklace
  • Heels

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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5. Lady Gaga Costume

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!

What You Need:

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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6. Nicki Minaj Costume

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.

What You Need:

  • Tight leopard print dress or leotard
  • Black eyeliner
  • Heels
  • Gold bling

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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7. Angry Bird Costume

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!

What You Need:

  • Yellow outfit
  • Red, white, yellow and black felt
  • Black Sharpie
  • Hot glue
  • Headband
  • Flash tape

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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8. Pop Art Comic Gal Costume

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.

What You Need:

  • Comic leggings
  • Graphic t-shirt
  • Ben Nye Color Creme Pods in a blue, white, yellow and purple
  • Electric Pallete by Urban Decay
  • Black gel liner
  • Fine-pointed synthetic makeup brush

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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9. Leeloo Dallas Costume

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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10. Pumpkin Costume

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

What You Need:

  • Orange top
  • Orange bottom
  • Black felt
  • Hot glue
  • Green foam
  • Orange fabric

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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11. Red Fraggle Costume

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.

What You Need:

  • Red turtleneck
  • Nude leggings
  • Orange yarn
  • Bobby pins
  • Tail

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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12. Mad Hatter Costume

We're going with the Johnny Depp version, obviously!

What You Need:

  • Top hat with ribbon added
  • Jacket
  • Cream colored blouse
  • Spools of thread
  • Scarves
  • Gloves
  • Pants

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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13. Strawberry Shortcake Costume

Another '80s classic that can be played down with a pair of white sneakers or sexified by wearing a pair of t-strap pumps.

What You Need:

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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14. Unicorn Costume

Real talk: I just wanted an excuse to dress up like a unicorn. The pink wig is just a bonus.

What You Need:

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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15. Jem Costume

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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16. Frenchie From 'Grease' Costume

“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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Reliving your dating history with your best friends and a glass of wine is, if you ask me, the definition of the ultimate girls' night. Trading dating horror stories usually ends with me laughing so hard I can't breathe. But in Stephanie Hsu's new romantic comedyLaid, going through her list of exes is anything but funny for one simple reason: they're all dying, and she needs to figure out why. Here's everything you need to know about the new show before it hits Peacock this December!

  • In Laid, Stephanie Hsu's Ruby learns all of her exes are dying.
  • She teams up with BFF AJ to get to the bottom of the mystery.
  • All eight episodes of the series will hit Peacock this December.

What is Laid about?

Laid Plot

"Would you wanna know if you were gonna die?" Stephanie Hsu asks at the beginning of the Laid trailer. When Ruby (Stephanie) finds out her exes are all dying in strange ways, she has to go back through her relationship timelines in order to embrace the future. According to the official Peacock site, this crazy rom-com answers the age-old question of "Is there something wrong with me?" with “Yes. There is. The problem is definitely you.”

“When we started to develop Laid, we were intrigued by the idea of bringing back the old-school, traditional romantic comedy (swelling music! kisses in the rain! Anne Hathaway or someone who is also appealing!), but because we were living in such a dark time (pandemic! industry strikes!), we felt it needed to have some kind of twist,” co-showrunners & executive producers Nahnatchka Khan and Sally Bradford McKenna said in a joint statement. “Sure, it could be optimistic and heartwarming and make you believe in love again, but it should probably also have suspense, death, and blood."

I'm obsessed with the title of this show because of its double meaning, too. Not only does "laid" connect to all of Ruby's sexual encounters but it's also a nod to the fact her exes are being laid to rest. So clever!

Where can I watch Laid with Stephanie Hsu?

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Laid Release Date

You can watch all eight 30-minute episodes of Laid on Peacock starting Thursday, December 19.

Who's in the show?

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Laid Cast

The cast of Laid includes Stephanie Hsu, Zosia Mamet, Michael Angarano, Tommy Martinez, Andre Hyland, Olivia Holt, David Denman, Finneas O’Connell, Chloe Fineman, Ettore “Big E” Ewen, and John Early.

Where is Laid filmed?

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According to theFilm & Television Industry Alliance's Production List, Laid was filmed in British Columbia, Canada.

What would you do if all your exes started meeting untimely ends?

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.

Rory and Dean from 'Gilmore Girls'

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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)

Cruella de Vil and a Dalmatian

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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)

Lion and Lion Tamer DIY Couples' Costume

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Life can be a circus, so why not dress the part?! (via Brit + Co)

Andy Warhol and Marilyn Monroe Pop Art

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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)

Ariel and Flounder from The Little Mermaid

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“Under the sea, under the sea! Darling, it’s better, down where it’s wetter!” (via Brit + Co)

Beyonce and Jay-Z

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Beyoncé never disappoints when it comes to her performance wardrobe and glam. (via Brit + Co)

Dionne and Cher from Clueless

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Been shopping with Dr. Seuss? Ugh, as if! (via Brit + Co)

Royal Princes

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Fellow peasants, thy princes have arrived to rule the land and look damn good too. (via Brit + Co)

Carl + Ellie from Up

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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)

Tiffany and Chucky Partner Costume

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This is one spooky couple's costume that will give everyone the creeps...in a good way.

 Paperman 

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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)

Prince and David Bowie

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These two next-level musicians will always hold a dear place in our hearts. (via Brit + Co)

Jasmine and Aladdin

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“I can show you the world!” Or the Google map directions to the Halloween party. (via Brit + Co)

Grace and Frankie

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“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)

Operation + Surgeon

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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)

Lizzie McGuire and Miranda Sanchez

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“You’ll never figure out who you really are if you are trying to be someone else.” (via Brit + Co)

Wall-E and Eve Partner Costume

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“Wall-eeeeee.” “Eeeeev-aaaahh.” (via Brit + Co)

Minnie and Mickey Mouse

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“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)

Peter Pan and Tinkerbell

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What are we waiting for? Here we gooooo! We’re off to Neverland! (via Brit + Co)

Bill and Hillary Clinton

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Dress up as this real-life power couple or grab two friends and complete the costume crew with Trump and Bernie. (via Brit + Co)

Bananas in Pyjamas

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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)

Beauty and the Beast

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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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Harry Potter and Hermione

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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)

Westworld

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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)

Ross and Rachel

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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.

Baby Driver

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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)

All Caps Abbi + Dog Hoody Ilana

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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)

Mummy and Ghost DIY Halloween Couples Costume

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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)

Daria and Jane

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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)

Rory and Lorelai from Gilmore Girls

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“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)

Blossom and Six

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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)

Carpool Karaoke Creative Couples Costume

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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)

Toy Story Halloween Costume Idea

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“You’ve got a friend in me.” (via Brit + Co)

La La Land

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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)

Pizza Slice and Ice Cream

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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)

Army Toy Soldiers

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“Don’t worry, boy. I’ve got your back.” (via Brit + Co)

Doug + Patty Mayonnaise

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These two = YES. And is it weird that we would rock that polka dot sweater on the regular? (via Brit + Co)

Uber and Lyft

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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)

Dancing Emojis

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This pair of heartbreakers looks like they’re ready to tear it up on iMessage AND the dance floor. (via Brit + Co)

Waldo and Wenda DIY Couples' Costume

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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)

Twins

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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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Taylor Swift and All Her Boyfriends

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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)

Party Animals

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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)

Finn and Rey from Star Wars

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Ham it up all night pretending to fight off Stormtroopers with Kylo Ren. May the force be with you! (via Brit + Co)

Joe and Love Partner Costume

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Get ready for your favorite eerie show with a couple's costume that is totally easy and totally iconic.

Lauren Conrad and Whitney Port

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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)

Heidi and Spencer Pratt

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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)

The Breakfast Club

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“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)

Cactus Couple

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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)

Unicorn Couple

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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)

Brody Jenner and Kristin Cavallari

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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)

Step Brothers

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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)

Hawaiian Punch

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Get it? We think this costume would be totally Punchy-approved. (via Brit + Co)

Dumb and Dumber

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“Oh look, frost!" (via Brit + Co)

Danny and Sandy from Grease

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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)

Rainbow and Pot of Gold

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The rainbow is making it rain gold coins, yo! Rain, rain, come again! (via Brit + Co)

Trainwreck

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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)

Pizza and Pizza

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Two of our all-time favorite foods! (via Brit + Co)

Joker and Harley Quinn

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Harley Quinn and the Joker from Suicide Squad are THE edgiest of couples costumes with their oddly twisted yet heartfelt love. (via Brit + Co)

Cookies and Milk

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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)

Zoolander

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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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Netflix and Chill

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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)

John Lennon and Yoko Ono

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Channel your inner rockstars by becoming these two legends this Halloween. (via Brit + Co)

Creepy Denim-Clad Horse People

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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)

Ghostbuster and Marshmallow Man

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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)

Hall and Oates

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Wait, what? Yep. We went there. You really do make our dreams come true. (via Brit + Co)

Breaking Bad Homemade Halloween Costume

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Meth is really romantic, you know? (via Brit + Co)

Axl and Slash

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Welcome to the jungle, baby. (via Brit + Co)

Wayne and Garth

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The underbite-based smile that Garth is sporting really seals the deal. SHA-WING. (via Brit + Co)

Daenerys and Yara from Game of Thrones

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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)

Piñata and the Birthday Girl

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This is just crazy creative if we do say so ourselves. (via Brit + Co)

Burt Macklin and Janet Snakehole

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Dressing up as characters who are dressing up as characters? That's meta.

Garth and Kat

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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)

Zoya and Liberty Belle

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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)

Two Women Emojis

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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)

Anger and Joy from Inside Out

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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)

Gilly and the Teacher

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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)

The Nightmare Before Christmas

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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)

Agatha and Zero

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In true Wes Anderson fashion, this power couple from The Grand Budapest Hotel is all kinds of quirky strange. (via Brit + Co)

Man and Woman Emojis

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Grab a partner and make this emoji come to life. (via Brit + Co)

Thing 1 and Thing 2

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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)

The Incredibles

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“Leave the saving of the world to the men? [We] don’t think so.” Let’s do this thing — together. (via Brit + Co)

Two Men Emojis

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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)

Nicki Minaj and Beyoncé

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Unleash your inner diva as this pop queen duo, ideal for tearing up the dance floor. (via Brit + Co)

Dooneese and Lawrence Welk

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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)

The Labyrinth

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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)

Angela Chase and Jordan Catalano

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These two star-crossed lovers represented teenage angst, dyed hair, and flawless flannel in their entirety. (via Brit + Co)

Forrest Gump and Lieutenant Dan

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Channeling your inner Gary Sinise and Tom Hanks for the duo to end all duos. Run, Forrest, run! (via Brit + Co)

Kurt Cobain and Courtney Love

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Whether the dog represents Frances Bean is still TBD, but this is one of our all-time fave pop-culture costumes. (via Brit + Co)

Started from the Bottom AKA Eight F—ing Thousand Dollars

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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)

Skeleton Twins

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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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#TheDress

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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)

Barb and Nancy from Stranger Things

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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)

Pancakes and Syrup

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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)

Strawberry and Lime

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Mix these two DIY costumes and you have the perfect fruity blend: a Strawberry Lime Mojito. Cocktail, anyone? (via Brit + Co)

Selena Gomez and James Corden

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Dress as this diva and the host of Carpool Karaoke. Have cardboard, will travel (and sing). (via Brit and Co)

Star-Lord and Gamora DIY Couples' Costume

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The chemistry is palpable with these two Guardians of the Galaxy characters. (via Brit + Co)

Nancy and Jonathan from Stranger Things

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Possibly one of our fave Netflix duos, these two are the perfect combo of Halloween sweetness and strange. (via Brit + Co)

Wisdom Teeth Abbi and Co-Op Ilana

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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)

Anna and Elsa from Frozen

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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)

Caterpillar and Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderland

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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)

Cans of La Croix

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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)

The Handmaid’s Tale

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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)

Adele and James Corden

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Roll in the deep with this sultry songstress and the host of Carpool Karaoke. “Hello from the other side!” (via Brit + Co)

Batman and Batgirl

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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)

Dino Duo

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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)

Beetlejuice Couple

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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)

Nancy and Steve from Stranger Things

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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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Ewoks

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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)

Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie from The Simple Life

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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)

The Revenant

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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)

Ramen and Chopsticks

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You don’t have to be preggers to dress up like our favorite Japanese dish, but it definitely doesn’t hurt. (via Brit + Co)

Double-Stuffed Oreos

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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)

The Princess Bride

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The Princess Bride was actually a crucial part of some of our ’90s upbringing. As you wish! (via Brit + Co)

Castaway

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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)

Zenon

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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)

’80s Andre Agassi + Tennis Ball

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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)

Rory and Jess from Gilmore Girls

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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)

Pokémon DIY Couples' Costume

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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)

Lisa Frank and a Unicorn

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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)

Saved by the Bell

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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)

Bowie Emojis

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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)

Superman and Wonder Woman

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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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If there's one day a year that you can guarantee your drinks to be gaudy and over-the-top, it's October 31, because there's nothing like a Halloween cocktail. They run the gamut from chic spiderweb martinis to seriously gross-looking (but tasty) fake-blood-infused tonics. Whether you're having a sophisticated and spooky Halloween dinner party or you're going crazy with a big Halloween bash, these cocktails are *exactly* what you need to keep your beverages on-theme.

When you're not entertaining yourself with fall baking or trying on your Halloween costume, play mixologist and try out one of these ghoulish drinks! Put on a classic horror film (or your go-to comfort TV show), and scroll your way through the goriest, spookiest, and most delicious cocktail recipes we have. Happy boo-zing!

@thespritzeffect

Speak Now Spritz

Very few combos scream "Halloween" like purple and glitter. This Halloween cocktail is totally magical, and it's so pretty, it's basically party decor! (via @thespritzeffectfor Brit + Co)

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Vampire's Kiss Cocktail

This is one Halloween cocktail that tastes good *and* looks good. Add it to all your spooky get-togethers to totally freak out your guests. Bonus points if you're dressing up as a vampire for Halloween! (via Brit + Co)

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Cranberry Is The New Black Halloween Cocktail

Did you know that black vodka exists? Well, thankfully, it does, and it goes effortlessly into this sparkling cranberry drink. (via Brit + Co)

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Black & Orange Rum Punch

It's a Halloween party, so there has to be some orange and black on the menu. This delicious rum punch is a welcome change from all of those pumpkin drinks out there. (via Brit + Co)

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Blood Bones Halloween Cocktail

This campy cocktail is something your guests will be talking about all night. Prep your Jello bones ahead of time using some molds, and there's no need for any other garnish. Unless, of course, you want blood bags for the drinks. (via Brit + Co)

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Ghostly Halloween Cocktail

Turn your cocktail a ghoulish hue by mixing red and green food coloring together with Chambord. Dry ice added before serving makes the drink smoke like a spooky potion. (via Brit + Co)

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Apple Cide-Car

This spin on the classic Sidecar cocktail is like the grown up (and tastier) version of bobbing for apples. You can serve this Halloween cocktail hot or cold, depending on your preference. (via Brit + Co)

A Couple Cooks

Zombie Cocktail

This delicious drink uses rum for a fruity, tropical finish that will remind you of summer – even on Hallow's Eve. (via A Couple Cooks)

Half Baked Harvest

Apple Butter Old Fashioned

Put your fall stock of apple butter to good use in this Old Fashioned recipe. The tart-sweet apple flavor mellows out bourbon's fiery bite for smooth sipping all night long. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Chattavore

Prosecco Punch with Cranberry + Orange

Tangy cranberry and sweet orange set this Prosecco punch apart, giving it a festive harvest flair. Change up the cranberry and orange ratio until you find a mix that you like the best. (via Chattavore)

Sprinkles & Sprouts

Eyeball Martinis

Make your guests squirm with this ingenious Halloween hack. Stuff some Spanish olives into cocktail onions, and they look just like eyeballs – ready to grace your glass with gross. (via Sprinkles & Sprouts)

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YoCo Vodka’s Monster Halloween Cocktail

To make this spooky sip, add 1 ½ oz YoCo Vodka, ¾ oz Lemon Juice, 1 oz Black Raspberry Liqueur, ½ oz Simple Syrup, and ½ tsp Activated Charcoal to a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with regular ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a glass, add 1 pea-sized Dry Ice Chip on top, and watch your "monster" come alive! (via YoCo Vodka)

Half Baked Harvest

Death Eater Negroni

This moody take on the Negroni is the drink your Harry Potter-themed party craves. (via Half Baked Harvest)

The Seasoned Mom

Hallowine Sangria

Here's a sweet sangria to add to your spooktacular holiday list! It's made with Cabernet Sauvignon, sugar, orange juice, orange liqueur, and club soda. Easy! (via The Seasoned Mom)

Culinary Hill

Spooky Punch

This tasty fruit punch gets a spooky upgrade when you swap the fruit garnishes for faux spiders. Serve in small glasses or go big with fancy goblets that would make Dracula proud. (via Culinary Hill)

Boulder Locavore

Glow-in-the-Dark Infected Brain Cocktail

If you're into the blood and gore of The Walking Dead or 28 Days Later, this bright concoction may be right up your alley. While it's not quite as eerie as a brain hemorrhage shot (eek!), this whole drink glows in the dark thanks to the tonic water, so serve it when the lights go out. (via Boulder Locavore)

Mi Campo Tequila

Pulparindo

Natali Villarruel, National Tequila Ambassador for Mi Campo crafted this stellar cocktail inspired by Halloween candy. “This drink is a throwback to my childhood growing up in Mexico and the Pulparindo candy we’d get on Halloween," she said. To make it, shake 1.5 oz Mi Campo Reposado, .5 oz Ancho Reyes Liqueur, and .5 oz lime juice with ice before straining into a glass. Top it with some Jarritos Tamarindo, and get ready to gulp! (via Mi Campo Tequila)

Half Baked Harvest

Haunted Orchard Cocktail

A mysterious rustling noise in the orchard... a mist creeping in between the trees... it sounds like after your apple picking adventure, you could use a drink! (via Half Baked Harvest)

The Cookie Rookie

Magic Cotton Candy Martini

Impress your friends with an alcoholic magic trick by playing magician mixologist at your party. Pour shaken grape juice and vanilla vodka over cotton candy, and watch it dissolve into a delicious syrup to sweeten your Halloween cocktail. (via The Cookie Rookie)

Elvie's

Toil & Trouble

Craving a Hallowen cocktail that's a bit more elevated? This recipe from Elvie's in Jackson, Mississippi infuses edible glitter into your holiday elixir. To make it, combine 1.5 oz black sesame-infused scotch, 0.5 oz Cathead Hoodoo Chicory liqueur,0.5 oz Cocchi sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes blood orange bitters with some edible glitter! (via Elvie's)

How Sweet Eats

Pomegranate Cider Mimosas with a Salted Caramel Rim

Start your Halloween celebration early by serving up these pomegranate cider mimosas. Of course, it wouldn't be trick-or-treating season without adding some candy to the mix with the salted caramel rim. (via How Sweet Eats)

Grand Marnier

Beetle Juice

This Halloween cocktail boasts a haunting blood red color, perfect for spooking your friends with. To make it, shake 1.5 oz Espolon Blanco tequila, 0.75 oz Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge, 0.75 oz orange juice, 0.5 oz lime juice, and 0.5 oz beet syrup over ice. Strain the mix into an iced glass and garnish with an orange slice! (via Grand Marnier)

Clonakiilty Distillery

Clonakilty Witches Brew Cocktail

This drink pays homage to Ireland's myths and legends through the essence of Samhain, which is, essentially, the ancient Celtic version of Halloween! To make it, mix together 1.75 oz Clonakilty Port Cask Whiskey, .5 oz orange juice, a splash of ginger ale, and garnish it all with an orange slice. (via Clonakiilty Distillery)

Sprinkles & Sprouts

Witches Brew Cocktail

Use regular or black vodka to make this eerie cocktail. The recipe *also* includes a special hack for rimming the glasses with colorful sugar. It's scary good! (via Sprinkles & Sprouts)

Boulder Locavore

The Grave Digger Halloween Cocktail

This creepy cocktail mixes bourbon, hard cider, and ginger ale for a drink that will make even the scariest of demons disappear. (via Boulder Locavore)

The Girl On Bloor

Sour Frankenstein Halloween Cocktails

What makes these cocktails *so* delightfully sour? Homemade margarita mix, shaken with freshly squeezed limes. Oh, and that's not real blood on the rim — just a little corn syrup and red food coloring. (via The Girl On Bloor)

Best Friends for Frosting

The Quick Demise Halloween Cocktail

You wouldn't think that a drink with such a poisonous name would be good for you. With ingredients like carrot, lime, and orange juices, this cocktail is more likely to extend your life... rather than end it. (via Best Friends for Frosting)

A Beautiful Mess

Spider Bite Cocktail

Give the *illusion* of a spider's web, without having to deal with the real thing (or having to clean up a party prop!). This Halloween cocktail is bright and colorful, which is perfect for anyone who's not a huge fan of darker decor this time of year. (via A Beautiful Mess)

Half Baked Harvest

Vampire's Drip Cocktail

If vampires had access to these boozy milkshake-inspired cocktails, maybe they wouldn't be thirsting for blood all the time. Yum! (via Half Baked Harvest)

Ilegal Mezcal

Ilegal Mezcal Margarita de Granada

This spookily strong Halloween drink is powered by mezcal. To make it, add 2 oz Ilegal Mezcal Joven, 1 oz agave syrup, and 0.5 oz pomegranate juice to a shaker, shaking well until chilled. Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice, garnish with pomegranate seeds and a lime wheel, and you're set to sip! (via Illegal Mezcal)

Boulder Locavore

Slow Cooker Vampire Punch

It's always a nice gesture to make a special drink for guests who don't consume alcohol. Simmer this mocktail punch in the slow cooker so they can help themselves whenever they get thirsty — it'll also make your house smell deliciously like cinnamon. (via Boulder Locavore)

Best Friends for Frosting

White Widow Halloween Cocktail

Sure, a black widow sounds scarier, but this white widow will knock you out with one swing (or swig, ha!). Garnish the top with a black gel icing web that will catch all of your Halloweentime prey. (via Best Friends for Frosting)

Pizzazzerie

Witch's Brew Cocktail Recipe

You certainly wouldn't catch any self-respecting witch with a single beer. She would most definitely be drinking a fabulous purple cocktail, complete with a glitter spider garnish. (via Pizzazzerie)

Growing Up Gabel

Pumpkin Beer-mosas

Pumpkin juice (like they drink in Harry Potter) is mixed with pumpkin beer for a brunch drink that's truly autumnal. (via Growing Up Gabel)

Kitchen Treaty

Candy Corn-Infused Vodka

Didn't think the all-time best Halloween candy (we know it's an unpopular opinion, but still, the right one) could get any better? This infused vodka will make you think again. (via Kitchen Treaty)

Diplomatico Rum

Diplomatico Rum Blood Moon Negroni

To craft this delicious Halloween negroni, stir 1 part Diplomatico Mantuano with 1 part sweet vermouth and 1 part of a bitter Italian aperitif over ice to chill. Strain into a rocks glass with a big block of ice, then garnish with grapefruit peel! (via Diplomatico Rum)

Crowded Kitchen

Poison Apple Cocktail

These spookily sour cocktails emulate everything you love about a margarita and make it Halloween-friendly. (via Crowded Kitchen)

Clean Cuisine

Pumpkin Margaritas

The season's favorite ingredient gets blended into a frozen sip that'll leave you with the spooks all Halloween long. (via Clean Cuisine)

A Spicy Perspective

Smoke & Mirrors Halloween Cocktail

Love a Halloween cocktail, but aren't a huge fan of spooky drink accessories? This sip is equal parts sweet and smokey, and features one of our favorite ingredients: orange blossom water. (via A Spicy Perspective)

The Edgy Veg

Halloween Punch with a Severed Hand

You can create an icy 'severed hand' using a glove for this big ol' bowl of spooks. (via The Edgy Veg)

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Halloween can be a whole lot of spooky fun for everyone. From creating the perfect DIY Halloween costume to updating your gallery wallto indulging in boo-zy Halloween cocktails all season long, it can be a very busy time of year, too. Here's a kitchen time-saver: no-bake Halloween treats! Tackle all your Halloween plans with these easy Halloween treats that are frightfully simple to make and fun for kids and adults alike – no oven necessary!

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Creepy Petit Fours

Nothing says 'Halloween' quite like a smattering of bite-sized blood. Shards of sugar make a super creepy cake topper for these tiny bites. (via Brit + Co)

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Blood and Bones Cocktail

What could be creepier than bone-inspiredjello shots? Let them float in a blood-red cocktail. Cheers! (via Brit + Co)

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Pumpkin S'moreos

Here's a crazy idea: combine summer's favorite treat with milk's favorite cookie and Halloween's favorite flavor. Yum, yum, yum. (via Brit + Co)

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No-Bake Mummy Sponge Cake

Get ready to unleash your inner artist and freehand a mummy design with this delicious no-bake sponge cake recipe. (via Brit + Co)

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Frankengoblin Jello Shots

Oreos. Jello. Are you sensing a theme here? These cookie shooters will scare your socks off! (via Brit + Co)

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Homemade Candy Bars

In case your local grocery store is all out of your favorite Halloween candy, you can make your own! (via Brit + Co)

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Reese's Peanut Butter Shooters

Take your favorite Halloween candy up a notch with some chocolate vodka. (via Brit + Co)

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Gummy Worm Ice

Don't like creepy crawlers? Trap them in ice for the perfect Halloween cocktail garnish. (via Brit + Co)

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Candy Corn Popcorn

Since we can't enjoy candy corn year-round, let's go candy corn overboard this whole month. This no-bake Halloween treat doubles the fun with candy corn popcorn served in a tri-color waffle cone. (via Brit + Co)

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Candy Corn Jello Shots

Let your partygoers shoot back these tasty shots of festive color and scary spirit. Pro tip: always make extra shooters! (via Brit + Co)

Spooky Punch

Servings: 12

Prep time: 5 minutes

Total time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups white tea, such asPOM Pomegranate Orange Blossom White Tea
  • 2 cups vodka, tequila, or gin
  • 1 1/2 cups pineapple juice
  • 2 cups orange or mandarin juice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 cups sparkling water
  • Lychees and oranges, sliced for garnish
  • Ice

Preparation:

  1. In a large bowl or pitcher, add white tea, spirit of choice, water, pineapple juice, mandarin juice and water.
  2. Stir to combine.
  3. Top with sparkling water, and garnish with lychees and orange slices.

Salt & Lavender

Halloween Pumpkin Cheesecake Dip

This is basically pumpkin spice cream cheese frosting in a bowl — the way it was meant to be eaten. (via Salt & Lavender)

Half Baked Harvest

Sweet and Salty Healthier Caramel Apples

While you do need to heat up the maple syrup, honey, cream, and vanilla to make the caramel, all you have to do after that is dip some apples into the caramel, and drizzle with chocolate. Lots and lots of chocolate. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Jodi Levine

Halloween Bats

Supplies:

  • Mandarins, such as Wonderful Halos
  • Food coloring markers
  • Scissors
  • Black heavyweight paper or card stock
  • Paring knife
  • Adhesive dots

Instructions:

  1. Draw jack-o-lantern faces onto the mandarins with the food coloring marker.
  2. Cut pairs of bat wings, leaving an extra bit – around ¼ inch – on the flat side to fold back and act as a tab. Add an adhesive dot to the tab to adhere each wing to the mandarin.
  3. Cut pairs of small triangles for ears. Use the knife to cut small shallow slits on the top of the mandarin and tuck in the ears. (via Jodi Levine)

Mom on Timeout

Easy Pumpkin Patties

Whip up these festive homemade candies for a treat that will put your actual Halloween candy to shame. Each bite is as buttery and sugary as the last! (via Mom on Timeout)

Something Swanky

Peanut Butter Candy Corn Bark

Just in case caramel's not your thing! Plus, you can't ever go wrong with pretzels and PB! (via Something Swanky)

Epicurean Mom

Spiderweb Cheesecake Halloween Treat

The itsy-bitsy spider... ended up on your Halloween cheesecake (that you didn't have to bake)! (via Epicurean Mom)

Homemaking Hacks

Halloween Chocolate Bars

Did you know you could make candy corn- and Oreo-filled brownies without using your oven? This is turning into the best Halloween ever. (via Homemaking Hacks)

Hungry Happenings

Black Cat Cookies

Our favorite thing about these ominous feline bites is that the cookies are pre-made and totally smothered in melted chocolate. Me-ow! (via Hungry Happenings)

A Bajillion Recipes

Butterfinger Fudge

Here's another homemade (and more adult-ish) spin on one of Halloween's staple sweets. (via A Bajillion Recipes)

Marin Mama Cooks

Homemade Almond Joy and Mounds Bars

It seems these candy bars only make an appearance come Halloween. But we're willing to bet the homemade kind will stick around all year. They're that good! (via Marin Mama Cooks)

Creme de la Crumb

Mummy Truffles

These mummy truffle bites don't have a trace of “scary," thanks to the decadent pumpkin cheesecake filling. (via Creme de la Crumb)

Healthful Pursuit

Vegan Twix Bars

Something tells us the word “healthy" never comes to mind when you're eating a Twix. That's all about to change with this no-bake vegan dessert. (via Healthful Pursuit)

Family Fresh Cooking

Cheerios and Chocolate Tart

You're never too old for a helping of Cheerios. Especially when they're looking at you from this jack-o'-lantern tart! (via Family Fresh Cooking)

Finding Zest

Halloween Monster Marshmallows

These sweet desserts are about as no-bake as it gets. Plus, you only need four ingredients: candy eyes, candy melts, oil, and marshmallows. (via Finding Zest)

The Semisweet Sisters

Halloween Spider Donuts

Here, you'll use not just one, but two donuts per treat: one traditional donut and one donut hole for the creepy-crawly spider. (via The Semisweet Sisters)

Shaken Together

No-Bake Sugar Wafer Frankenstein Cookies

For this DIY Halloween dessert, all you'll need are sugar wafers, candy melts, chocolate sprinkles, and candy eyes. Yes, if you haven't gotten the hint already: you need to buy some candy eyes! (via Shaken Together)

Sugar Spice and Family Life

Graveyard Dirt Cake Cups Halloween Treats

These layered cookie-and-pudding cups are to die for. See what we did there? (via Sugar Spice and Family Life)

Unicorn Hat Party

DIY Halloween Monster Apple Bites

This kid-friendly DIY treat is only *kinda* creepy. It's also really cute, and a surprisingly healthy Halloween snack, made from apples, peanut butter, strawberries, corn, and — you guessed it — candy eyes. (via Unicorn Hat Party)

Inside BruCrew Life

Peanut Butter Zombie Eyeballs

It may be hard to believe, but these super-cool zombie eyeballs are simple to make. Just make sure you give yourself enough time to prepare them before your big party. They'll need at least an hour or two to make, including chill time in the fridge. (via Inside BruCrew Life)

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