Yes, you could slap on a pair of ears and a bodysuit and call yourself a mouse (duh), but it's always more fun to get creative for Halloween—from your hair to your carefully curated outfit. This year, draw inspiration for your homemade costume from these 60 pop-culture characters, ranging from culturally relevant to all-time classics.
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Holly Golightly from 'Breakfast at Tiffany's'
1. Crystal Hair Comb, $220 SHOP IT Norma Kamali Dress $205 SHOP IT
3. Le Specs Cat-Eye Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses, $60
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4 . Pearl Necklace, $195
SHOP IT 5. Long Black Nylon Gloves, $8
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A coffee and croissant in hand and you're all set to play one of Manhattan's most iconic silver screen socialites, Holly Golightly. The best part about this outfit is that you probably already own the work-friendly black sheath: now all you have to do is some light shopping on the accessories.
Rosie the Riveter
1. Polka Dot Headscarf, $6.89
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2. Short Sleeve Denim Shirt, $44.80
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3. 10" High Rise Skinny Jeans, $135
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4. Everlane slingbacks , $94
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Prepare your best flexin' poses.
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Dorothy from 'The Wizard of Oz'
1. Vintage Gingham Apron, $10
SHOP IT Puff-Sleeved Dress, $39.99 SHOP IT Isabel Marant Socks, $70 SHOP IT
4. Red Glitter Mary Jane Shoes, $37
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Don't forget to click your heels twice and wear double ponytails.
Chanel from 'Scream Queens'
1. Satin Neck Bow Blouse, $69
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2. Faux Fur Jacket, $295 SHOP IT
3. Houndstooth Skirt, $69
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4. Maison Miru Pearl earrings, $39
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Lots of fur, pink, and pearls then you've got Chanel's look from Scream Queens .
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'Girl with a Pearl Earring'
1. Pearl Earrings , $140
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2. Cashmere and Silk Scarf, $195
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3. Cashmere and Silk Scarf, $195
SHOP IT Button Down White Top, $29.90
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5 . Knit dress, $39.90
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'Annie Hall'
1. Cotton White Button Down Shirt , $69
SHOP IT Silk Tie, $39
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3. Four Button Vest, $41
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4. Pleated Khaki Pants, $48 SHOP IT
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'Where's Waldo'
1. Top Headwear Striped , $8.99
SHOP IT 2. Comme Des Garçons Red Striped T-Shirt, $126
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3. Rounds glasses, $89
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4. High Rise Jeans, $79.50
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All the items to recreate Waldo's look might be found right in your closet. Your friend's will be able to spot you amongst a large crowd.
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Whitney Houston at the XXV Super Bowl
1. Adidas Authentic Track Jacket , $65 SHOP IT
2. Adidas Track Pants, $64
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3. White Sweatband, $5.99
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4. Nike Cortez Sneakers, $70
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Start warming up your vocal cords to blow your friend aways like Whitney did in this performance at the Super Bowl.
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Billie Ellish
1. Temporary Hair Spray, $2.99
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2. Fire Sunglasses, $15.99
SHOP IT 3. Oversized T-Shirt Dress, $40
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4. Black Bike Shorts, $69
SHOP IT Silver Rhinestone Choker, $10 SHOP IT
Khaleesi from 'Game of Thrones'
1. Tadashi Shoji Cape Long Sleeve, $468
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2. Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz, $23
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3. Gold Lace Up Flat Sandals, $19
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4. Gold Vermeil Stacking Ring Set, $1962
To portray the Mother of Dragons, hair and makeup is key from a waterfall braid to some heavily filled-in brows.
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Frida Kahlo
1. Pink Sunset Wildflower Headband, $7.79
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2. Floral Blouse, $195
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3. Sterling Silver Earrings, $73.49
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4. Bow Midi Skirt , $59.99
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Don't forget to make a braid updo.
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Ariana Grande
1. Kimono Robe With Fluffy Sleeve, $21
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2. Lace Gloves, $8.59
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3. Green Crystal Earrings, $13.99
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Ariana Grande always has some of the most iconic looks, why not try this one.
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Carmen Miranda
1. Carmen Miranda headpiece , $17.61
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2. Off Shoulder Jumpsuit, $50
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Carmen Miranda was known for her iconic headpieces. Try pairing the headpieces with an off the shoulder dress or top. Dress up as this ultimate samba singer, dancer, and actress this halloween.
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Singin' in the Rain
1. Wide Brimmed Rain Hat, $17.99
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2. Blocktech Coat, $59.90
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The pieces for this costume can easily be reused for a rainy day.
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Jane Fonda
1. Metallic bodysuit, $12.99
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2. Sweatbands, $7.99
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3. Silver Waist Belt, $9.99
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4 . Reebok Freestyle Sneakers, $75
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Jane Fonda's looks on her workout video's are goals.
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Mary Poppins
1. White Puff Top, $58
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2. Navy Midi Skirt, $60
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3. Navy Coat, $129.95
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4 . Nanny Umbrella, $46
SHOP IT
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg
1. Black Toga, $19.99
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2. Lace Collar, $368
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Let's honor RBG this halloween!
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Janis Joplin
1. Foster Grant sunglasses, $35.95
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2. Pin-tuck Jacket, $198
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3. Velvet Flair Pants, $188
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Dress up as one of the most iconic rock and rock and blues singer of her time. She was one artist who was part of Woodstock in 1969.
Midge Maisel from 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel'
1. Black Square Neck Dress $29
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2. Black Opera Gloves , $6.99
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Midge Maisel wears to many iconic looks on the show, this look might be once of simplest and easiest to recreate.
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Tina Turner
1. Long Fringe Dress $215
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2. White Loafer, $144.95
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The legend Tina Turner in this fabulous fringe dress, is the perfect costume if your are looking to look glam up this halloween.
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Lucy Ricardo from 'I Love Lucy'
1. Polka Dot Dress, $269
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2. Rose Garden Apron , $13.99
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Don't forget to hairspray your hair red!
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Billie Jean King
1. Piqué-Panelled Cotton Shirt Dress, $892
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2. Retro Wooden Racquet, $46.99
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For the tennis players, recreating this Billie Jean King look, will be a pretty simple!
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Cher and Dionne from 'Clueless'
1. Yellow and Black Check Set, $46.99
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2. Black and WhiteCheck Set, $65
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As if... you are not dying to wear this for your costume this year.
Rachel Green from 'Friends'
1. Ribbed Scoop neck Sweater, $285
SHOP IT 2. V-Neck Midi Slip, $39.95
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All of the Friends looks are so relevant and on trend today. Don't sweat it this halloween these items are probably sitting right in your closet.
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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
1. Pillbox Hat, $100
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2. Tweed Jacket, $214
SHOP IT 3. Tweed Shift Dress , $209
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Besides being the first lady of the US and making a mark in many ways, she became an American style icon. Pull your pill box hat and tweed suit out.
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Vilma from 'The Flinstones'
1. White One Shoulder Dress, $235
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2. Faux Pearl Choker, $168
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Vilma might be one of my most worn costumes of all time, but is always be relevant.
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Carrie Bradshaw from 'Sex in the City'
1. Statement Gold Necklace, $48
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2. Snake Print Boots $238
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3. Faux Fur Coat , $254
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You might find pieces from Carrie's wardrobe in your own closet. This might be the easiest last minute halloween to throw together.
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Sabrina from 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch'
1. Black Lace Dress, $47
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2. Tattoo Choker, $2.99
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3. Black Block Heel , $69
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Velma from 'Scooby Doo'
1. Orange Knit Turtleneck, $69.95
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2. Mini Pleated Skirt, $50
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3. Black Acetate Squared Frames , $89
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A costume that you will can easily be re-worn and paired with items in your closet.
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Claire from 'The Breakfast Club'
1. Pink V Neck Blouse, $171.00
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2. Paisley Wrap Skirt, $405
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3. Knee High Brown Boots , $178
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Get Claire's look with all these pieces, remember to add a brown belt! The Breakfast Club would make a great group halloween costume too.
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Venetian Gondolier
1. Black and White Striped Shirt, $16
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2. Black High Rise Jeans, $40 SHOP IT
3. Gondolier Hat , $16.19
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Picture yourself rowing through Venice.
Dwight Schrute from 'The Office'
1. Yellow Button Down Shirt, $9.90
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2. Grey Pant 3 pieceSuit, $56.00
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3. Gold Eyewear , $50.00
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4. Strip Tie, $46
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If Dwight is your favorite The Office character, some slacks, yellow button down, and tie is all your need to complete the look. The Office might be another good group costume ideas, each of your friends can dress up as Dunder Mifflin employee.
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