Ashley Basnight of @smashingdiy is a designer (you might recognize her from HGTV’s Battle of the Beach series), carpenter, and engineer who isn’t afraid of bold colors and patterns. She DIYs the most gorgeous spaces, mixing patterns and luxe materials to creating warm and inviting spaces. Now she's collab’d with Chasing Paper to create a six-style wallpaper collection that is modern, colorful, and totally unique.
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“I want this collection to showcase the ability to bring bold personality into a space and still make it feel like home,” Ashley says. “This collection was created with eye-catching patterns and daring colors to push the envelope and inspire others to make the extraordinary, ordinary.” The collection comes in traditional, peel-and-stick, vinyl and faux grasscloth options, starting at $45/panel. Check it out!
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The Everlast series is a tribal-inspired print with a modern vibe, making it perfect for accent walls. Find it in black, green, and purple!
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The Endless collection is a series of simple wavy lines that can be used in pretty much any room.
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This brown color is perfect for "autumn" homes that embrace nature-inspired colors like oranges, reds, and greens.
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There's a neutral option too that would look elegant in an office or dining room.
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This geometric print combines stunning vivid colors that make an impact in any room.
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This 70’s-inspired print showcases a geometric design and bold colors in aqua, blue, and purple (shown above).
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The blue colorway is a perfect pop of pattern for small spaces like a kitchen or laundry room.
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This maze-like design is an example of Ashley’s love for combining patterns, shapes and color together to create harmony. It's daring but also the perfect start to beautiful decor. Start with this multi-colored print as your palette for the rest of the room and home.
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Each style in the collection has a bit of a modern-retro vibe. This pink one is super fun!
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This neutral is anything but boring. Paired with browns and blacks it brings a room together in perfect harmony.
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The best for last: This tropical-inspired print features symmetrical florals and greenery for a bold botanical accent wall.
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The green variety would look amazing in a tropical-inspired powder room. There's a gorgeous blue too.
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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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Textured wallpaper can be a great alternative to paint. This rich pink grasscloth used by designer Joshua Smith turns a small powder room into a conversation piece. Try this Coastal Hemp Wallpaper in Magenta to get the look!
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Bring the outdoors in using nature-inspired wallpaper like this leafy one used by Maestri Studio. Check out Cole & Son Royal Fernery to get the look!
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Wallpaper tucked between beautiful molding can define a cozy nook like this dining room designed by Melinda Kelson O'Connor. If you keep things neutral, your accessories can provide color that you change out seasonally!
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Vintage-inspired pastoral scenes add a little quirk to an otherwise elegantly designed room, keeping it from feeling too stuffy. Try this vintage-inspired White Rabbit Wallpaper on for size. This BUNNY DARK WALLPAPER makes for a cute nursery option too!
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This Cloud Toile wallpaper by Schumacher is a splurge but classic and soothing for quiet spaces, like this vanity area designed by LA-based Arterberry Cooke.
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Nature-inspired prints can sometimes feel cool and graphic too, like this wave print used in a Maestri Studio design. Try this Japanese Waves Wallpaper by Spoonflower to get the look.
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Here's the wave print used in another contemporary design for a more coastal look.
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Bathrooms always provide a space to get quirky and create an element of surprise for guests. Find something you love, like NYC Coffee Cups or Vintage Swimmers.
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Classic Morris & Co. wallpaper has made a comeback in recent years and we still have a soft spot for it. Try Strawberry Fields or Pimpernel print from Anthropologie.
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Contrast really makes a statement in this Maestri Studio design. Pair complementary colors and play with texture and print to get the look.
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This black and white print anchors an elegant bath from wall to ceiling in another Arterberry Cooke design.
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City-inspired toiles are modernizing the classic print, like this Los Angeles Toile by Vertigo Home.
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Big blooms are bold, feminine, and dramatic all at the same time. Love the pairing with the tile in this bath.
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Add a bit of elegance and sparkle to your space with a metallic wallpaper.
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Scenic wallpapers are also having a moment, and help bring the outdoors in a way that wows.
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Wallpaper can surprise and delight and can also create a soothing experience. Decide what mood you want to capture in a room and go from there to find your match.
Color lovers unite: There are plenty of color-block wallpapers and murals like this one to pique your interior interest. This watercolor-inspired one is perfect for a home office or living space.
Lulu & Georgia's bestselling wallpaper by Sarah Sherman Samuel makes a stunning backdrop to any neutral decor.
Feel like you're on vacay every day with this summery striped print designed by interior design firm Hyphen and Co. and one of our favorite wallpaper companies Chasing Paper.
This fresh colorful pattern designed by a small female-founded studio evokes a happy vibe and is perfect for a creative office, a small bath, and a kid's room.
We love the idea of wallpaper in unexpected places — like the ceiling! These stripes are inspired by a 1950s soda shop and we now can't unsee it.
Inspired by, and designed in honor of, the women in designer David Quarles’s family, this floral pattern comes in multiple colorways and definitely makes you look up.
This eye-catching checked pattern is on-trend and works in a variety of spaces: a kid's room, a guest bedroom, a kitchen, a funky entry, and more!
These fun strokes are super playful and a creative addition to a neutral space.
This bar motif is just enough pattern to stand out but not overwhelm, allowing other elements in your space to really stand out.
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Halloween is on its way people! With just a handful of weeks to go, it's crunch time to find a costume and figure out what you'll be doing the night of October 31. Whether you're throwing a Halloween party and still need to figure out a food and drink recipes or you need a fun dish to bring to the one you're attending, these quick and easy Halloween snacks are here to help! After all, you don't want guests to be left hangry – that would be frightening. Have no fear! We have some last-minute Halloween snacks that are fast, festive, and tasty AF.
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This savory Halloween snack can be made as spicy as your guests want it – just scoop a little or all of the jalapeño seeds out before stuffing these 'mummies' with cheese and wrapping them in store-bought crescent roll dough.
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Your party pals will definitely be freaked out by this bite! Red food coloring aids in turning traditional deviled egg filling a spooky pink color.
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Made without any processed sugar, these caramel apples require just a few ingredients: apples, maple syrup, honey, cream, vanilla, chocolate, and flaky salt.
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This candy-coated bowl of popcorn loads up on festive accoutrements like candy corn, pumpkins, and Halloween sprinkles.
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Add Halloween-themed sprinkles to some classic Chex mix for a spooky seasonal snack.
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Melt a few chocolate bars with some pretzels, candy eyes, and coconut flakes for a salty-sweet Halloween snack that will be ready in only three minutes.
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Just place small pieces of chocolate on top of pretzels, heat them long enough for the chocolate to soften, then lightly place a candy corn on top. Viola! Simple, tasty treats with a twist – and no tricks!
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We don't know anyone who doesn't love hummus. This quick dip can be served with crackers or veggies for a healthy Halloween party snack.
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If you have some strawberries on-hand, this recipe is made even easier. Just grab some orange candy melts and decorate away!
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Simply dip marshmallows in caramel, then cover them in some cute holiday sprinkles for an easy treat that everyone won't stop snacking on.
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Put a festive touch on the classic frozen chocolate “boo-nana" by giving them a ghostly makeover. The only heavy lifting you'll have to do for this recipe is let them sit in the freezer for a bit.
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Melt some chocolate, then swirl it over pretzel sticks for a spooky spiderweb-like snack. These could be served alone, or on a cake or ice cream.
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Whether you're using new or leftover Halloween candy, this bark recipe is super simple.
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Buy a package of pre-sliced apples, then dip them in chocolate and caramel for an easy alternative to a favorite Halloween pastime. Plus, they're just easier to eat!
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For a sweet treat that's still healthy, skip the candy corn and cut up some colorful fruit in its place.
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For flavors both sweet and salty, these pumpkin seeds can be made in a jiffy.
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Dip some strawberries in white chocolate, then give them chocolate chip eyes and a mouth for these cute and tasty snacks.
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Peel a few tangerines and place a small piece of celery in the middle to make these tangerine pumpkins. Bonus: these can definitely double as the perfect kid's snack for school.
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To make these adorable 'brooms,' you'll push a pretzel in the end of a sliced string cheese stick.
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These nutty little guys are the perfect snacking companion for the holiday.
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These super soft and gooey brownies are the ultimate snack that'll melt in your mouth. They're perfect for anyone who has a sweet tooth and loves a combination of fudge, oreo cookies, and cream cheese. Plus, you'll taste a hint of vanilla extract in it that serves as a nice surprise!
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Looking for chill Halloween snacks to munch on throughout the day? Make this holiday candy bark that has all the makings of a trick-or-treat explosion. You'll need everything from bittersweet chocolate to your favorite Halloween candies for this fun recipe.
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Got a taste for something that involves trail mix and popcorn? This Halloween snack has your name written all over it! It takes less than an hour to perfect and involves popcorn, a little sugar, honey, salt, and more delicious ingredients! In our mind, it's the perfect sweet and salty treat you'll want to recreate every season!
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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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