Halloween Costume Inspo (Brunette ver)

Kicking off our guide for the brunette girlies is the definition of absolute cinematic elegance: Holly Golightly. If you want a look that is sophisticated, timeless, and completely iconic, her opening-scene black dress completely redefined high fashion and made the “Little Black Dress” an eternal staple. It is the absolute perfect choice for anyone who wants a costume that feels incredibly classy and sharp, while also not being too hard to recreate!!

Find a black dress and gloves at the brands: Cider, Next, H&M or Zara. Look at Public Desire, ALDO, or Next for the heels and Amazon for the tiara and pearl necklace.

Choosing this look means you are ready to command your own minions and treat every staircase like the steps of the Met (iconic btw). If your going for preppy, fiercely ambitious, and entirely high fashion, her signature Constance Billard school uniform look is unbeatable. Of course Queen B knows how to turn a school uniform into something that feels high fashion and luxurious.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a classic berry lip stain, a smokey eyeshadow, a swipe of natural rosy blush, and a perfectly structured brow gel!

For the headband and socks check out Amazon, Etsy, or Brandy Melville. For the oxford shirt and skirt search the brands: ZARA, Brandy Melville, ASOS and Cider. Lastly, for the ballet flats, the ones shown are from Chanel although you can find cheaper ones at: M&S, Zara or Next.

We had Karen Smith for the blondes, now for the brunettes its the girl whose hair is full of secrets: Gretchen Wieners. Gretchen’s Halloween look is the perfect way to bring that classic, early 2000s Plastic energy to the night. It is an amazing option for anyone who wants a costume that feels incredibly nostalgic, fun, and totally fetch.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a ultra glossy brown lip liner and gloss combo, a warm bronze blush, and a sleek black gel eyeliner.

Find a similar latex top on Amazon, the black leather pants on Next, Abercombie and Fitch or Zara, the heels from New Look or Dune and the accessories (cat headband & earrings) on Amazon or Etsy.

Now for the ultimate icon of retro Americana: Priscilla Presley. If you want a look that is sweet, perfectly vintage, and captures that dreamy 1960s aesthetic, her mint green school look is the perfect choice. This outfit is the perfect choice if you want to swap out the high glam rockstar outfits for a retro, mod inspired silhouette that feels completely fresh and stylized.

For this look, invest in a pale pink matte lipstick, a flawless matte foundation base, and a precise black liquid eyeliner to create a subtle, 1960s wing!

Find similar peter pan shirts, blue cardigans and plaid skirts at the brands: Brandy Melville, Hollister or Zara. And for the pearl earrings and saddle shoes check Amazon or Etsy!

Her “Officer Pedesco” method acting look from the Sleepover at Sikowitz’s episode is the ultimate inside joke for 2010s kids. If you want something incredibly unique, funny, and ready to pour a box of cereal on anyone who breaks character this is the one for you.

Officer Pedesco’s makeup consists of: an aggressively bright red matte lipstick, a smokey eye look, a clean layer of black mascara, and a completely neat, defined brow!

For the police top and hat, search Amazon, Ebay or Etsy. For the black cargo pants look at Urban Outfitters, Levi’s or ASOS. And for the raisin bran and red lipstick check Amazon!!

None other than the master manipulator of Mystic Falls herself, Katherine Pierce. If you want a look that is dark, deeply seductive, and completely commands the room, her iconic Masquerade Ball ensemble is unmatched. This look is non negotiable if you want something effortless while still looking fashionable.

To recreate her makeup, invest in a rich berry toned or deep red lipstick, a heavily smudged black smoky eye, and a pair of high drama false eyelashes!

Find her masquerade mask, signature necklace and blood bags on Etsy or Amazon and check out ASOS, Zara, New Look or M&S for the boots and lace dress!!

This look perfectly captures the exact moment Mia transitions from an awkward, invisible high schooler to absolute royalty. It handles a voluminous, fairytale silhouette while staying completely youthful and fun. It is an amazing choice if you want to look breathtakingly glamorous for Halloween while channeling one of the most beloved, comforting movie transformations of the 2000s.

For Mia’s makeup, invest in a reddish pink lipstick, a touch of natural flush cream blush, and a coat of mascara for a clean, fresh faced royal glow!

For a similar tiara, oval sunglasses and satin gloves have a look on Amazon or Etsy. For the white dress check Brandy Melville, Hollister, or ASOS and for her black knee high boots search the brands: M&S, Steve Madden and Dune.

Stars Hollow’s favourite academic: Rory Gilmore. If you want a look that is perfectly cozy, autumnal, and academic vibes, her chilton school uniform is the one. Her uniform instantly makes you feel like you belong in a library or a vintage coffee shop. And it is the absolute best option if you want to stay warm and comfortable while walking around on a chilly halloween night!!

To recreate her makeup, invest in a sheer tinted lip balm, a light dusting of natural pink blush, and a sweep of clear brow gel to keep the look completely fresh and minimal!

Find a similar vest, oxford shirt and pleated skirt at: Superdry, Brandy Melville and M&S. Get her exact bag at Jansport and find saddle shoes at Rocket Originals, Amazon or Etsy. I also reccomend getting some navy knee high socks to complete the look!

If your vibe is dreamy, 1960s inspired, and effortlessly romantic, her gorgeous Lust for Life aesthetic is a total masterpiece. This look takes Lana’s signature retro style and gives it an airy, nostalgic california cool tint. It balances a hyperfeminine, delicate lace dress with a flowysilhouette, making it stand out from typical pop star costumes.

To recreate her makeup, you’ll need a classic nude lipstick, a touch of blush, a sharp black liquid eyeliner to draw her signature dramatic wing, and plenty of lengthening mascara on both top and bottom lashes!

Check: Cider, ASOS or Next for the lace dress. For the boots have a look on Steve Madden, Next or Dune. And Amazon for the sunflower hair clips and vinyl. Lastly, get an essential can of coke from your local convenience shop!!

Daisy’s wardrobe completely nails that fragile, 1960s suburban princess style. And it balances an ultra sweet, delicate pastel palette with a deeply intense, rebellious undertone, making it way more interesting than a standard retro outfit. This one also gives you an excuse to carry a bag of roast chicken with you all night!!

To recreate her makeup, invest in a pale matte pink lipstick, a flawless porcelain foundation base, and a smudge of brown eyeliner along your upper lid.

For the striped sweater and jeans check out the brands: Brandy Melville, M&S or Hollister. For the mary jane shoes look on Dr Martens or Next. Amazon for the headband and any supermarket for your rotisserie chicken.

Claire Danes in the 1996 Baz Luhrmann movie is pretty much the only acceptable way to do an angel costume without looking basic. Instead of going for the usual fluffy, party store angel vibe, this look is entirely about that minimalist, sleek 90s aesthetic. The outfit itself is incredibly simple and all you need is just a clean white slip dress!

To recreate her makeup, use a lip stain, a light dusting of face highlighter, and a coat of clean black mascara to capture that fresh faced 90s beauty!

For the white dress and heels look on M&S, ASOS or Next. For the cross necklace and angel wings check out Etsy and Amazon. And for the Romeo and Juliet hardcover check Waterstones or your local book store!

This outfit is intimidatingly dark and high drama. The contrasting black tulle, the jagged crown, and that insane graphic eye makeup completely change the energy of the room the second you walk in. It is definitely more intense to put together than the white version, but it is a total showstopper if you want something artistic, edgy, and a little bit unhinged.

The makeup is the most important part: use a black gel liner to draw massive, feathered wings that stretch across your eyelids all the way to your temples, paired with blood red or deep plum lipstick, white face powder, and red costume contact lenses!

For a similar ballet uniform, pointe shoes and tights look on Amazon or Etsy. (I recommend getting black heels to walk around in too!). For the tiara and satin gloves check any costume website, or Etsy and Amazon once again!

If your goal is to look completely ethereal and dramatic, Christine from the 2004 movie is the ultimate choice. She has this gorgeous, romantic, operatic vibe that feels incredibly fashionable while still being pretty easy to piece together. It’s the perfect look if you want to look stunningly beautiful with a bit of a gothic, theatrical edge.

Keep it natural and romantic with a light pink or rose lipstick, a light dusting of highlighter to look like you’re under stage lights, and a classic brown smoky eye.

Find similar laced dresses and skirts on Cider, ASOS or Pretty Little Thing. For the heels check Etsy and for the candlestick holder and pearl earrings have a look on Amazon!

If you want to bring absolute childhood nostalgia to life, Flora’s original fairy outfit is easily the prettiest choice on the list. Her girly and nature oriented style makes her look like a literal flower. Instead of going for a basic party store fairy costume, her look is instantly recognizable to anyone who spent their childhood watching the Winx Club.

To keep up with her nature vibe, go for a glossy rose pink lip, a pop of peach blush, and some black eyeliner!!

Search any costume website, Etsy or Amazon for the wings and pink satin gloves. For the sequin top check Ego, Princess Polly or ASOS. For the knee high pink boots check XY London or Amazon. And for the pink satin dress search the brands: Pretty Little Thing, Oh Polly and Princess Polly.

If you want to trade in the ballroom dresses for something rugged and adventurous, Elizabeth’s stowaway pirate look is unrivaled. This outfit is the ultimate choice if you want to swap out standard, pretty girl halloween outfits for a heavily layered, historical style that looks like you just fought your way off the black pearl.

Keep the makeup completely minimal and outdoorsy. A nude lipstick, a light dusting of matte bronzer to look sun weathered, and messy, seawater crimped hair poking out from under the hat!

For the blouse, pirate hat and fitted calf pants check out any costume website, Amazon or Etsy. For the buckle knee high boots look on Steve Madden, Zara or Ego. And for a similar long brown jacket check Ebay or Etsy.