Halloween Costume Inspo (Blonde ver)

Layla’s outfit is the ultimate blueprint for late 90s fashion. She has this effortlessly cool, doll like aesthetic that manages to look both retro and modern at the same time. It is such an underrated film, which means your costume will definitely be a conversation starter for anyone who loves pop culture and cinema. Plus, it is incredibly comfortable and easy to put together!

cardigan

pastel dress

strapped flats

shoulder bag

tights

Find the identical dress at: Fallen Angel Apparel, a cardigan & tights at brands like H&M, Hollister, New Look or Amazon. For her shoes, find similar styles at: ASOS, Steve Madden and New Look. For her bag, check out the brands: Next, Guess, PLT, Amazon and ASOS.

Alison’s style is the absolute epitome of the late 2000s and early 2010s “it girl” aesthetic. It’s feminine, iconic, and instantly recognizable to anyone who spent years trying to figure out who “A” was. The best part? Her most iconic look, the one from the night she vanished is incredibly easy to recreate and carries the perfect amount of spooky, dramatic mystery for Halloween.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a frosted pink lip gloss, soft peach blush, smokey eyeshadow and a liquid eyeliner for that perfect, subtle cat eye!

jacket

ruffle top

flared jeans

wedge heels

fake ID

A brown jacket, the yellow ruffle top, a pair of jeans, wedges and her fake ID. Find similar clothing at the brands: Abercombie & Fitch, Hollister, True Religion, Miss Me & Free People. Look at the brands: Guess, Dune, and Steve Madden for the wedges. Lastly, you can make her fake ID with a printer, a gluestick & some cardboard cut into a rectangle!

Next up is the most lovable member of The Plastics. Karen Smith. While you could go with her classic “On Wednesdays we wear pink” look, her Halloween party outfit is by far her most memorable. Karen goes as a mouse for Halloween, (but makes it fashionable!) It’s fun, flirty, and lets everyone know that you can predict the weather with your chest.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a glossy pink lip tint, a pop of bright pink blush, eyeliner, lashes and a touch of silver glitter on your eyelids!

mouse ears

babydoll dress

knee high boots

burn book

dangly earrings

Find a similar black babydoll dress at: Princess Polly, Cider, Free People and ASOS. If you can’t find a dress with a pink ribbon, I reccomend buying the ribbon seperately! For the boots check out the brands: Steve Madden, Public Desire &Dune. And for her accessories (Burn Book, Mouse Ears, Dangly Earrings) have a look on Amazon or Etsy!

If you want a look that is whimsical, nostalgic, and majorly beachy, she is the one. Aquamarine’s human outfit is the absolute epitome of mid 2000s summer style. It’s a look that anyone who spent their childhood obsessed with mermaid movies would recognise.

To recreate her makeup, you’ll need a subtle pink eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush and a pink lip gloss!

wig / clip in extensions

halter dress

shell

sandals

starfish earrings

Her blue halter dress may be found at brands like: Princess Polly, ASOS, and House of CB. For Aquamarine’s shoes, look at the brands: Steve Madden, Jaded London and Motel Rocks. Lastly, her accessories (starfish earrings and a shell) can be found on Amazon or Etsy!

Britney’s outfit from the 2001 music video is one of the most legendary pop culture moments of all time. It is the perfect mix of sweaty, post apocalyptic jungle vibes and peak 2000s music video fashion. Choosing this look means you are ready to be the center of attention. Just add a plush python toy, and your costume will instantly win the night.

To recreate her makeup, get a bronze body shimmer, deep smoky brown eyeshadow, and a nude lip gloss to capture that glossy music video glow!

headpiece mic

“slave for you” costume

snake

feather earrings

knee high boots

You can find her “Slave For You” costume on Amazon and her knee high boots at the brands: ASOS, Ego, or Steve Madden. headpiece microphone. For her accessories (fake snake, feather earrings and a headpiece microphone), have a look on Etsy or Amazon!

Next up is the Original vampire herself: Rebekah Mikaelson. If you want a look that is glamorous, timeless, and gives off major “roaring twenties” drama, her iconic Chicago speakeasy look is unmatched. Plus, it is incredibly fun to dance in thanks to all that vintage fringe!

To recreate her makeup, invest in a deep plum lipstick, smudged black eyeliner, and a pair of high drama false eyelashes!

long satin gloves

flapper dress

flapper headband

heels

pearl necklace

For Rebekah’s 1920’s beaded flapper dress, browse through: Flapper Boutique, Gatsbylady, or Zapaka. Similar heels could be found at: ASOS, Etsy, and Amazon. Lastly, find her pearl necklace, long satin gloves and flapper headband on Amazon, Unique Vintage and Etsy.

Next up is the ultimate Beverly Hills royalty: Cher Horowitz. If your vibe is high fashion, and totally iconic, her signature yellow plaid look is the holy grail. Her outfit perfectly captures that retro schoolgirl aesthetic and is arguably the most famous cinematic fashion statement of the 1990s. As if anyone could look better than you in this!

Her makeup is very natural, so to recreate it all you’ll need is: a matte brownish pink lipstick, a swipe of natural rosy blush, and a coat of lengthening black mascara!

blazer set

plain t shirt

yellow vest

t strap heels

knee high socks

For Cher’s outfit, you can find the exact costume at: Amazon or you could buy a similar blazer set at brands like Cider or Etsy. For her plain t shirt, yellow vest, and knee high socks check out: Urban Outfitters, Cider and H&M. For her T strap heels, try: Mary Jane, Funtasma, and ASOS.

If you want a look that screams rebellious late 90s California teenage hero, her signature leopard print outfit is unbeatable. This outfit perfectly combines effortlessness and femininity with the toughness of someone who might have to stake a vampire on her way home from high school. It is confident, fiercely edgy, and perfect to any fan of 90s television.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a rich brownish red lipstick, a smoky neutral eyeshadow look, and pull your hair up into a high ponytail with face framing front bangs!

leather jacket

leopard print dress

knee high boots

wooden stake

nail polish

Find a similar blazer at: Mango, Cider, ASOS or Urban Outfitters. Her leopard dress at: Motel Rocks, Revolve or Zara. And her boots at: Steve Madden, ALDO, Nine West or Public Desire. For her accessories (vampire stake and red nail polish) check out Etsy and Amazon!

Lux’s prom look is one of the most visually stunning and memorable moments in film fashion. It has that dreamy, 1970s aesthetic with a hint of slight rebellion. It is the obvious choice if you want to look delicate and angelic while carrying the mysterious, carefree energy of a classic cinematic icon.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a sheer peachy lip gloss, a dusting of soft rosy blush, and a totally bare, minimal eye look to match her natural, fresh faced 70s glow!

tiara

milkmaid dress

t strap flats

rosary

peach vodka

Find similar a floral milkmaid dress at: For Love & Lemons, Cider, Urban Outfitters, and Hollister. For her shoes, have a look on: Dr. Martens, ASOS, and Steve Madden. For Lux’s props (tiara, rosary and peach vodka), try Amazon and Etsy!

Lisa’s wardrobe is the epitome of alternative 90s fashion. Her look is effortlessly messy, raw, and completely unapologetic. Choosing this outfit means you get to be incredibly warm and comfortable on Halloween night while channeling a magnetic (and unfiltered) movie icon who simply does not care what anyone thinks of her.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a matte nude lipstick, a smudge of dark brown eyeliner around your lower lash line, and style your hair with choppy, baby doll micro bangs (or a wig)!

fur trimmed coat

tank top

white flares

ankle boots

prop cigarettes

Comparable fur trimmed coats can be found on: The Hippie Shake, Free People and ASOS. For the tank top and white flares, check out: Free People, Levi’s, Hollister and Brandy Melville. Find black ankle boots and prop cigarettes on Amazon!

Next up is the ultimate hidden royalty Blair Willows. This costume taps into absolute childhood nostalgia and her Princess Charm School uniform is a dream come true. Wearing this is practically an instant passport back to 2011, and is perfect for anyone who wants a costume that feels incredibly sweet and feminine.

For her makeup look, you’ll need a bright pink lip gloss, mascara, a swipe of bubblegum pink blush on the apples of your cheeks, and a coat of clear brow gel for a fresh faced, animated look.

charm school uniform

tiara

mary jane heels

knee high socks

stack of books

Find the uniform on Ebay, the heels at the brands: Koi Footwear, Demonia, Dollskill or Next. And for the books, knee high socks andtiara, check out Amazon and Etsy!

The White Swan costume is all about hyper delicate, fragile perfection. It stands out because it leans completely into classical ballet aesthetic (which is massively trending right now), while carrying the intense, underlying mystery of the movie. It’s the ideal outfit if you want a look that feels incredibly high fashion, artistic, a little bit haunting!!

To recreate her makeup, invest in a frosted pink lipstick, a dusting of pale face powder, and a silver eyeshadow across the eyelids to keep the look beautifully innocent! (If you want to take it to the next level get some red contacts and some fake blood)

ballet uniform

feather headband

pointe shoes

tights

pearl earrings

I recommend getting white heels for when you aren’t taking photos (as pointe shoes are uncomfortable!!) Find ballet leotards, tights and pointe shoes on: Amazon, Etsy and Capezio. For the headband and pearl earrings, I also reccomend looking on Etsy and halloween costume websites.

Casey Becker in Scream is the living proof that you don’t need a lot of screen time to leave a permanent mark on pop culture. She was only on screen for a legendary twelve minutes, but that opening scene completely redefined the horror genre forever. It is the absolute best option if you want to stay warm and comfortable on a chilly Halloween night while channeling one of the most famous moments in cinema history.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a sheer nude lipstick, a soft brown smudge of eyeliner, and style your hair (or a wig) into a perfectly rounded 90s blonde bob with flipped in ends!

cable knit sweater

jeans

white sneakers

prop phone

prop weapon

Find similar cable knit sweaters at: Brandy Melville, Hollister and H&M. Look on Levi’s or American Eagle for the jeans, and white sneakers from Nike, Adidas, or Reebok. For the prop phone and weapon, check Amazon or Etsy!

Next up is Harvard’s finest (and most fashionable) legal mind, Elle Woods. If your vibe is unapologetically pink, academic, and glamorous, this political chic outfit from the sequel is the ultimate choice for you. Elle proves that intellect and a love for fashion aren’t mutually exclusive and it’s an amazing option if you want a look that feels sophisticated while still remaining 100% fun.

To recreate her makeup, get a bright pink lipstick, a swipe of matching warm pink blush on the cheeks, and a coat of volumizing mascara!

pink dress set

white gloves

pillbox hat

strappy heels

bruiser costume

Find her pink dress set and hat at: Halloween Costumes and her heels at Dune, New Look or Steve Madden. For the white gloves check Amazon and if you have a dog now is the perfect opportunity to get a matching costume at Halloween Costumes!

The Mother of Dragons herself: Daenerys Targaryen. If you want a look that is fierce, survival chic, and adventurous, her early season Dothraki outfit is unmatched. Instead of her later regal gowns, this ensemble balances rugged, textured leathers with a raw, earthy silhouette yet she still manages to pull if off (and you can too) !

For Daenerys’ makeup look , invest in a matte nude lipstick, a completely bare and natural eyeshadow look with well groomed, natural brows, and a dusting of matte bronzer to get that sun kissed glow!

halter crop top

fabric wrap

fingerless gloves

knee high boots

dragon eggs prop

Find similar distressed or earth toned halter crop tops at: Garage, Urban Outfitters, and Bershka. Look on Gymshark, Zara, or ASOS for the dark green leggings or cargo trousers, and check Steve Madden, Public Desire, or ASOS for the knee high boots. For the fabric wrap or leather loincloth, search Amazon, Etsy, or Cider. Lastly, for the dragon eggs search Amazon or Ebay!