The Absolute Best Halloween Costumes to Stand Out This Year (2024)

It’s no secret that we love a good Halloween costume here at BestProducts.com. While Halloween gifts and decorations, like a lawn skeleton, are great for getting into the spirit of the season, dressing up for the holiday does the trick as well. From masquerading as fan-favorite characters that are easily recognizable to something out of a horror movie that’ll give anyone a fright, Halloween costumes are the perfect way to let your creative side shine.

Whether you're looking for a group costume that'll stand out in a crowd, a family costume for a fun night of trick-or-treating, or a last-minute look you can put together in a snap for a last-minute invite, we gathered the best Halloween costumes that are sure to be a hit anywhere you go. In addition to costumes that’ll win you best-dressed year after year, we looked at pop culture moments from 2023 so far for some major costume inspiration, including King Charles’ coronation, the Barbie movie, the end of Ted Lasso, and more. If you're not sure what to go as this year or want to get a jumpstart on your look, check out our list of the best Halloween costume ideas for 2023.

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Western Barbie Costume

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Western Barbie Costume

Transform into Western Barbie with this Barbie movie-inspired Halloween costume. This set includes an eye-catching pink suit and a matching handkerchief, and a cowboy hat to top it off. Make it a couples costume with this Western Ken costume, too.

Plus, we have a list of the best Barbie Halloween costumes so you can dress up as a different Barbie throughout the whole Halloween week.

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Ted Lasso Costume

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Ted Lasso Costume

Known for his wholesome coaching skills, Ted Lasso is an easy look that you can pull together quickly. Grab a whistle, a mustache, and a soccer ball, and you're good to go!

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Wednesday Addams Costume

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Wednesday Addams Costume

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Honor everyone's favorite mini homicidal maniac in true Addams Family style with a gothic get-up and a menacingly ominous scowl.

This simple costume is easily identifiable and comes with Wednesday's iconic collared dress and braided, black-haired wig.

More: Go Goth With These Wednesday Addams Costume Essentials

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Buzz Lightyear Costume

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Buzz Lightyear Costume

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The famous toy spaceman from Toy Story had a new solo movie released last year, Lightyear, and this detailed jumpsuit will have you living your childhood dreams this Halloween in his most recognizable look.

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Jon Snow from Game of Thrones Costume

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Jon Snow from Game of Thrones Costume

It'll always be winter for Jon now that he's moved up north and is roaming with the wildlings. If you're planning on going as the former King of the North, just be sure to get a decent wig to match.

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Joker Costume

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Joker Costume

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There's bound to be a number of Jokers stalking around on Halloween night, maybe even more than usual, thanks to the controversial Joker movie and its upcoming sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux. No matter what, this Batman villain always seems to chill us to the core.

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The Handmaid’s Tale Costume

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The Handmaid’s Tale Costume

With the final season coming out next year, The Handmaid’s Tale is still going strong. With this easy costume, you’ll look like Offred and the other handmaids left in Gilead.

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Beer Pong Cup Costume

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Beer Pong Cup Costume

Score big with a crowd-pleasing costume that enlarges the experience of everyone’s favorite party game.

It comes with a wearable red Solo cup that securely straps on with a pair of suspenders and also includes an inflatable “ping pong” ball that’ll even have strangers approaching you for a quick game.

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Bob Ross Costume

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Bob Ross Costume

Let your inner artist — or Euphoria fandom — shine with a tribute to the 20th-century icon, painter, and television host Bob Ross.

This creative costume comes with a realistic prop brush and paint-splattered palette, so you can easily find freedom on your canvas by painting some happy little clouds.

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Ariel from 'The Little Mermaid' Costume

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Ariel from 'The Little Mermaid' Costume

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Be a part of Ariel’s world with this The Little Mermaid costume. This mermaid dress features a purple bodice and a shimmering fitted skirt with an organza trim. Accessorize with a red wig and a fork to truly complete the look!

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Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus Costume

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Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus Costume

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This is one of the best Halloween costume ideas for Hocus Pocus fans, especially with the release of Hocus Pocus 2 late this year. This costume brings Winifred to life! Everyone will recognize her signature look thanks to the bright, heart-shaped wig. You'll want to get your friends to go as Sarah and Mary, too.

Source: Katie McBroom

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Money Heist Costume

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Money Heist Costume

If you’re still not over the finale of Money Heist, why not dress as everyone’s favorite antiheroes? All you need is a red jumpsuit and the signature Dalí mask to pull off the world's greatest heist ... stealing the best Halloween costume award from all of your friends.

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Cher from Clueless Costume

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Cher from Clueless Costume

Replicate the look of one of the most iconic “it girls” of the ’90s with a costume that’ll make you feel like you’re roaming the halls of Beverly Hills High.

This fashionable Clueless costume is identical to the one Cher wore while she gave her famous debate speech and comes with multiple colorful layers to help recreate the look.

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Batman Costume

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Batman Costume

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Move over, Edward Cullen! Batman is Robert Pattinson’s most current brooding role – and we’re here for it. This costume set includes a padded jumpsuit, detachable cape, and mask. Don the suit, put on the mask, and hop on a motorcycle (or in an Uber) for a Halloween look that’ll send any criminal running.

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Baby Yoda Costume

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Baby Yoda Costume

Meme sensation and star of The Mandalorian on Disney+, Baby Yoda has officially stolen our hearts with his tiny green stature, floppy ears, and adorable childlike voice.

Get his look with a hooded pair of pointed ears, and whatever you do, don't forget the chicky nuggies.

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Rhaenyra Targaryen Costume

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Rhaenyra Targaryen Costume

House of the Dragon, the prequel to the hit series Game of Thrones, premiered last year, and with it came a slew of new Game of Thrones costumes to rock this Halloween. This Rhaenyra Targaryen dress will have you turning heads as the great-times-six grandmother of the infamous Daenerys Targaryen.

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Elvis Costume

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Elvis Costume

With the release of Elvis last year, this costume honors the famous American entertainer. It includes a white jumpsuit with printed gold, red, and blue decorations and a red scarf to help you recreate one of the king of rock and roll’s most iconic outfits this Halloween season.

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M3GAN Costume

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M3GAN Costume

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Give everyone a fright and turn yourself into the lifelike AI doll this Halloween. This costume set includes her signature dress and bow. Don’t forget to add M3gan’s iconic blonde wig and Mary Jane flats!

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Mario Costume

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Mario Costume

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“It's-a-me, Mario!”

With the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie this year, now’s the best time to go as the recognizable video game character from the franchise. This costume set includes a jumpsuit, hair, and white gloves to complete the look.

Gather your friends and turn it into a group costume with other Super Mario characters like Luigi and Princess Peach.

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A League of Their Own Costume

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A League of Their Own Costume

Put on this costume, grab your bat, and get ready for the final season of the Amazon series based on the popular 1992 film. This A League of Their Own costume comes with a dress, belt, and hat to make you feel like part of the Rockford Peaches team. Unfortunately, no Geena Davis is included.

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Elisabeth Narine

Elisabeth Narine is the Associate Editor, Reviews at Best Products, where she spends her time interviewing experts and scouring the internet for the best gift ideas for every occasion. Her work can also be found on BuzzFeed and Forbes Vetted. She uses her love of shopping, pop culture, and cooking to help guide her search for the perfect gift.

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Katherine Pittman

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Katherine (Katie) is the associate editor of Best Products, where she gathers unique gift ideas, tests out buzzy products, and puts too many items in her cart for research — her work can also be found on MyDomaine, Byrdie, and Oprah Daily. When she isn’t writing, you can most likely find her tending to her 50+ plants, starting a new DIY home improvement project, or playing with her puppy, Olive.

The Absolute Best Halloween Costumes to Stand Out This Year (2024)

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