Halloween Costume Suggestions: Barbie, Carmy, Wednesday

Halloween Costume Suggestions: Barbie, Carmy, Wednesday - Oh What a Delight!

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Halloween is just around the corner, and this year, the costumes are more exciting than ever! From pop culture icons to viral sensations, there's a wide array of options to choose from. Here's a roundup of some of the most popular Halloween costumes for 2023.

TikToker @craving_raven has DIYed matching Little Mermaid costumes for herself and her young niece, perfect for both Halloween and the opening night of the hit movie. Meanwhile, TikTok user @hungryhipsters shares costume ideas for characters from Daisy Jones & The Six, a novel-turned-television series that's thought to be loosely based on Fleetwood Mac. Costume options include Camila, Daisy, Billy, Teddy, Karen, Graham, and Simone, with suggestions for bell-bottom denim jeans, white billowy dresses, and sequin jumpsuits.

Aliens have become a popular Halloween costume theme due to recent pop culture resurgence, with options ranging from classic green aliens to those inspired by Toy Story or Alien. TikToker @alliesummerx's spacey sequin look is one example. The royal family has also been a source of inspiration for Halloween costumes, with TikToker @justwalls' Meghan Markle and Prince Harry couples costume idea being one example, with potential for expansion to include William and Kate, King Charles, the late Queen Elizabeth, and her corgis.

Popular pop culture Halloween costume ideas for 2023 include characters and themes from recent TV shows, movies, music, and viral events. Notable ideas are:

Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family, with her iconic gothic black dress and braids, remains a classic and recognizable costume.
Lucy MacLean from the video game Fallout, featuring a distinctive blue vault jumpsuit, is a great choice for fans of post-apocalyptic themes.
Superhero costumes like Deadpool and Wolverine from Deadpool & Wolverine are popular for their bold, recognizable looks and humor appeal.
Nostalgic and group costumes like the Teen Titans, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ghostbusters, Care Bears, and the full Shrek cast provide fun options for friends or families dressing up together.
From music and celebrity culture, Taylor Swift’s Showgirl and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (boosted by the Netflix documentary) are trendy picks capturing recent moments in entertainment and sports.
Fashion-inspired costumes such as Jane Birkin and characters from vintage films like Peau d’Ane offer stylish and unique alternatives for Halloween, especially for those interested in iconic fashion.
Classic duo costumes including Madeline Ashton and Helen Sharp from Death Becomes Her and Daphne Blake from Scooby-Doo add recognizable flair for pairs.

These options reflect a mix of timeless favorites, trending media figures, and viral cultural moments, making them popular choices for Halloween in 2023, suitable for individuals and groups alike.

TikTok creator @hondawang demonstrates a costume inspired by Carmy from Hulu's The Bear, requiring only an apron, a kitchen knife, and a plastic water container (optional). Instagrammer @keikolynn showcases an Madame Leota costume from Haunted Mansion, featuring a plastic sphere or fishbowl, blue makeup, a foam ring, an enchanting tablecloth, a blue wig, and optional mini lights or faux candles. TikToker @marrelva demonstrates a simple and easy Top Gun: Maverick costume, replicating Tom Cruise's look with a white button-down and a bomber jacket.

Netflix's series You provides Halloween costume inspiration, with TikToker @stephanie_calise showcasing costume ideas inspired by Joe Goldberg and Love Quinn. The White House gave press briefings about unidentified objects in the sky in February 2023, sparking jokes and memes about potential alien overlords and various alien-themed Halloween costumes. Finally, TikToker @kurttocci shares costume ideas for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, including Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Donkey Kong, and Bowser.

Happy Halloween! May you find the perfect costume to celebrate this spooktacular holiday.