The spookiest time of the year is just around the corner. To mark the occasion, Blavity has looked at some of the best Halloween costume ideas to rock this year, no matter your gender, skin tone, shape or size. On TikTok, #halloween2023 has already been viewed 4.6 billion times. There have been some memorable pop culture moments this year, from Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour to Barbie film and casting of Halle Bailey Mermaid. Here are our top picks—whether you’re looking for a trendy suit, a pretty look that’s easy to recreate, or looking for inspiration.
Create your own version of Barbie.
Barbie is likely to be one of the most popular costumes this Halloween season. Greta Gerwig Barbie The film became a pop culture phenomenon that introduced us to endless versions of the Mattel doll. You can directly reference the film by dressing up as one of the Barbies we were introduced to on screen. Think of Issa Rae’s “President Barbie” or her roller skating and Western-style outfits.
You can also wear an all-pink outfit and take advantage of the Barbiecore trend to transform into one of Mattel’s dolls.
An all-pink makeup look would also be a great addition to any Barbie costume. The brighter the better!
Transforming into Barbie is one of the most versatile costumes. There are endless ways to style your costume, with fashionable and genderless options.
Go full camp with a tribute to Beyoncé.
Another pop culture phenomenon this year was Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour. Become an alien superstar by wearing an all-silver outfit and using futuristic elements such as Y2K sunglasses, vinyl or metallic materials and headwear.
When it comes to paying homage to Beyoncé, the options are endless. You can also wear pink makeup to look unique. The larger the camp, the better.
Channel your inner siren by transforming into the Little Mermaid.
Mermaids have been everywhere this year, from fashion and makeup trends to the big screen. Halle Bailey took the world by storm when she landed the role of Ariel in the live-action remake of the film. Mermaid. This year has shown that anyone can be a mermaid. For this costume, focus on accessories such as a fork, seashells, fishing net, and pearls. You can incorporate these elements into your outfit and makeup in many different ways.
In terms of clothing and makeup, you can use a green and purple color palette reminiscent of Ariel.
Embrace hip-hop culture by becoming Ice Spice.
The Bronx rapper has enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame in the past year. Although celebrities such as Lil Nas And northwest Dressed like her past self, Ice Spice has given us some memorable moments over the past few months. Her hairstyle and outfits went so viral that they became instantly recognizable. Try an orange wig, painted nails, cut-off denim shorts and a green top to capture her look in the “Munch” video.
Throw belts over low-slung denim pants, try on a long orange wig and a white faux fur jacket, then add red accents to recreate her outfit from the “In Ha Mood” music video.
Create an ethereal look by transforming yourself into a fairy or goddess.
Tinkerbell, Medusa, Aphrodite, Calypso… Fairies and goddesses have endless ways to dress up for Halloween. You can find inspiration in existing figures or create your own interpretation.
Tinkerbell is an iconic look that you can recreate by dressing all green and accessorizing with fairy wings, pointy ears, a star-shaped wand and more.
You can also create a beautiful look inspired by nature to highlight your inner ethereal beauty or to coordinate with the rest of your outfit.
Capture the spooky atmosphere of the season by becoming Wednesday Addams.
Netflix Wednesday the series aired just weeks after Halloween last year. The character is instantly recognizable thanks to her signature hair, dark makeup and brooding expression. After a prom dance scene went viral on TikTok, it’s no surprise that fans decided to act as Wednesday Addams this Halloween. You can try her braided hairstyle and black prom dress to reflect the show.
Hair and makeup are important elements of this costume. Go for a double braid, smoky eyes, dark lips and defined brows.
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