While spooky season is still a few months away, it’s never too early to start planning an epic best friend Halloween costume with your number one. Whether you’re looking to win best dressed at this year’s costume contest or just want to recreate your favorite pop culture moment with your bestie by your side, it’s time to get creative with looks that truly represent your friendship — a bond that’s fun, cute, and ofc, special.
From trios to duos to too many to count, we’ve rounded up dozens of genius, extra, over-the-top costumes that will have you counting down the days until October 31. Dress up as characters from your group’s favorite Netflix series (although it might be impossible to pick between Stranger Things and Bridgerton), or pull off a matching look from your favorite ’90s rom-com (raise your hand if Cher and Dionne from Clueless immediately popped into your head: 🙋♀️).
If you’re looking for something that you could put together in minutes, we have plenty of quick DIY costumes that make All Hallows’ Eve stress-free, especially when you’re on a budget. In case you and your bestie turn into something more as the weather gets chilly, we’ve loaded in some couples costumes, too.
Wherever you’re headed off to this Halloweekend, rest assured that everyone will be talking about your 2023 best friend Halloween costumes for *years* to come. Ready to start planning? Look no further than this list for the coolest best friend and group Halloween costumes.
Tom & Zendaya
What You’ll Need: Spiderman Bodysuit Costume, $33, Amazon; Kodak 35MM Disposable Film Camera, $26, Amazon
The Queen’s Gambit
What You’ll Need: Checkerboard Headband, $2, SHEIN; Black & White Mary Jane Heels, $38, Amazon; Chess Set, $17, Amazon
Energizer Bunnies
What You’ll Need: UO Rina Satin Strapless Mini Dress, $49, Urban Outfitters; Pink Opera Gloves, $8, Amazon; Bunny Ears, $8, Amazon; Hand Drum, $23, Amazon
Chuck Taylors
What You’ll Need: Fun World Adult Pair of Sneaker's Costume, $60, Amazon
Isabella, Lizzie, and Paolo from The Lizzie McGuire Movie
What You’ll Need: Sage Faux Leather Moto Jacket, $90, Nordstrom; Faux Leather Mini Skirt, $15, Forever 21; Journee Collection Therese Boot, $80, DSW; Allegra K Metallic Jacket, $51, Amazon; Vegan Leather 90s Straight Pant, $110, Abercrombie & Fitch; Violet Strappy Tank, $17, Amazon; Amazon Essentials Black Long-Sleeve Shirt, $22, Amazon; Vegan Leather Loose Pant, $00, Abercrombie & Fitch; Headset Microphone, $9, Amazon
Squid Game Contestants
What You’ll Need: Squid Game 2-Piece Tracksuit, $44, Amazon; Slip-On Shoes in White, $60, Vans
Stylish Witches
What You’ll Need: Black Sheer Hooded Cape, $21, Amazon; Black Crooked Witch Hat, $9, Amazon, Crooked Witches Broomstick, $25, Amazon
Jedis from Star Wars
What You’ll Need: 2-in-1 Light Up Lightsaber with FX Sound, $22, Amazon; Anakin Skywalker Hooded Robe/Cape, $13, Amazon
Clowns
What You’ll Need: White Sheer Floral Lace Blouse, $31, Amazon; White Lace Renaissance Neck Ruffle Collar, $17, Amazon; Clown Makeup Kit, $19, Amazon
Napoleon Dynamite and Pedro from Napoleon Dynamite
What You’ll Need for Pedro: President Pedro Button-Down Shirt, $39, Amazon; Black Wig and ’70s Mustache, $22, Amazon, Turquoise Stone Bolo Tie Necklace, $12, Amazon
What You’ll Need for Napoleon Dynamite: Brown Curly Wig and Glasses Set, $27, Amazon; Vote for Pedro Graphic T-Shirt, $21, Amazon
Paris Hilton and Nicole Ritchie from The Simple Life
What You’ll Need for Paris: Lace-Up Denim Corset Top, $22, Amazon; Denim Micro Mini Skirt, $34, Amazon; Black Velvet Choker with Rose, $12, Amazon
What You’ll Need for Nicole: Long Denim Overalls, $46, Amazon; Baby Pink Lace Bralette, $22, Amazon
Cheetahs/Leopards
What You’ll Need: One Piece Cheetah Jumpsuit/Unitard, $30, Amazon; Classic Black Velvet Choker Necklace, $6, Amazon; Leopard Cat Ears Headband, $10, Amazon
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
What You’ll Need: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Felt Masks, $16, Amazon; Plastic Ninja Sword, $15, Amazon; Grass Green Long Synthetic Wig, $10, Amazon; Green Face and Body Paint Stick, $10, Amazon
Daphne and Velma from Scooby-Doo
What You’ll Need for Velma: EIMIN Long Sleeve Turtleneck in Orange, $13, Amazon; Afibi Casual Pleated Skater Skirt in Red, $15, Amazon; Skeleteen Retro Nerd Costume Glasses, $10, Amazon
What You’ll Need For Daphne: MSBASIC Halloween Daphne Costume, $28 Amazon
The Grady Twins from The Shining
What You’ll Need: Leg Avenue 2-PC Creepy Sibling Costume, $40, Amazon, White Lace Frilly Ankle Socks, $12, Amazon; Black Chunky Mary Jane Shoes, $32, Amazon
Ghostbusters
What You’ll Need: Ghostbusters Costume With Inflatable Backpack, $60, Amazon
Mario and Luigi
What You’ll Need: Super Mario Bros Mario and Luigi Hats, Mustaches, Gloves, and Buttons, $30, Amazon; Luvamia Adjustable Denim Bib Overalls, $46, Amazon; Short Sleeve Adult T-Shirt in Red and Green, $15, Walmart
Food Pairings
What You’ll Need: Rubie’s Burger Costume, $33, Amazon; French Fries Costume, $35, Amazon; Fun World Peanut Butter and Jelly Costume, $34, Amazon; Ketchup & Mustard Couples Costume, $60, Amazon
The Powerpuff Girls
What You’ll Need for Buttercup: Simplicity Women's Metallic Skirt in Grass Green, $15, Amazon; ACSUSS PVC Metallic Vest Tank Top in Green, $13, Amazon
What You’ll Need for Bubbles: EXCHIC Women's Metallic Flared Mini Skater Skirt, $17, Amazon; ACSUSS PVC Metallic Vest Tank Top in Lake Blue, $13, Amazon; Shiny Metallic Scrunchie Set in Blue, $10, Amazon
What You’ll Need for Blossom: EXCHIC Metallic Mini Skater Skirt in Rose, $17, Amazon; ACSUSS PVC Metallic Vest Tank Top in Rose, $13, Amazon; Jumbo Bow Clip with Tails in Hot Pink, $8, Amazon
Power Rangers
What You’ll Need: Take the Power Costume, $59, Yandy; Mega Power Babe Costume, $48, Yandy; Powerful One Costume, $67, Yandy; Making Power Moves Costume, $48, Yandy
Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton
What You’ll Need for Kim: FV RELAY Glitter Bodycon Wrap Dress in Champagne, $37, Amazon
What You’ll Need for Paris: NUFIWI Women's Glitter Sequin Dress, $16, Amazon
Gossip Girl
What You’ll Need: Dreamgirl Prep School Costume, $34, Amazon; Black Satin Western Kentucky String Tie, $15, Amazon; Varsity-Striped Cardigan Sweater, $30, Forever 21; Urban CoCo Mini Skater Skirt in Blue, $16, Amazon; Alizeal Adjustable Criss-Cross Bowtie in Dark Navy, $9, Amazon; Classic Cotton Shirt in Optic White, $30, Gap
Angels
What You’ll Need: Square Neck Mini Dress, $20, Amazon; White Angel Wings, $16, Amazon; Trickz N' Treatz Sent From Heaven Angel Costume, $83, Dolls Kill; Trickz N' Treatz CallingAll Angels Costume Set, $48, Dolls Kill
Horror Movie Villains
What You’ll Need: Annabelle Costume, $60, Spirit Halloween; Rubie’s Costume Nightmare On Elm St, $33, Amazon; Disguise Chucky Dress Costume, $33, Amazon
Bridgerton
What You’ll Need: HEQU Regency Dress with Satin Sash, $26, Amazon; Rhinestone Crystal Tiara, $10, Amazon; Long Satin Gloves, $9, Amazon
Betty and Veronica from Riverdale
What You’ll Need: Rubie’s Riverdale Vixens Cheerleader Costume, $36, Amazon
Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy from SpongeBob SquarePants
What You’ll Need: Adult Barnacle Boy Costume, $55, Amazon; Adult Mermaid Man Costume, $50, Amazon
The Kardashian Family
What You’ll Need: SKIMS Ribbed Long Slipdress in Camel, $78, Nordstrom; GOBLES Ruched Off Shoulder Bodycon Dress in White, $32, Amazon; Tan Blazer Pantsuit, $72, Amazon; White Bodycon Corset Dress, $21, SHEIN
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