Trendy Halloween Costumes Inspired by This Year's Biggest Stories

The Basic B*tch

Halloween is the only day in the year that you can get away with being obnoxious about how much you love Pinterest, Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and listening to Colbie Caillat while baking gluten-free cookies. So go on with your bad self — drape that scarf around your neck and let the haters hate.

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Unimpressed Prince George

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Lorde insists that we'll never be royals, but you can prove her wrong this Halloween by becoming the most difficult — and adorable! — prince in all the land. You'll have to hit up the baby department for his cute blue polo and shorts.

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Jaden Smith's White Batman Costume

Image Source: Instagram user realjoefrancis

Jaden got started early on Halloween, donning this ensemble at Kim and Kanye's wedding. It's pretty fancy, so you might want to call a trusted seamstress, like, yesterday.

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's Wedding

Image Source: Instagram user kimkardashian

Slipping into an over-the-top gown and form-fitting tux isn't going to be enough for you and your guy to capture the couple's extravagant wedding look. We suggest taking selfies with everyone you meet. You'll get bonus points for having a baby as adorable as North West.

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Shia "I Am Not Famous Anymore" LaBeouf

Image Source: Getty / PATRIK STOLLARZ

Nothing screams mystery man like Shia's infamous ensemble. Yes, the tux rental is going to cost you a pretty penny, but you can pick up that paper bag at any corner store.

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Nicki Minaj's in "Anaconda"

Image Source: Cash Money Records

Do you already have a great booty and the shorts to flaunt it? You're halfway there. Take some time to review Nicki's insane moves, though.

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The "Apparently" Kid

Image Source: WNEP

Noah Ritter is oozing with personality, so if you have short red hair and can find a neon green polo, make sure you don't leave your confidence at home. Also, get ready to use "apparently" in every single sentence.

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Kim Kardashian: Hollywood

Image Source: Glue Games

Give this addicting app a rest for the night, and instead live out your Hollywood fantasy. Make sure you book a glam squad ASAP, though — if we've learned anything from this game, it's that one can never be too prepared for the limelight.

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The Ice Bucket Challenge

Image Source: Facebook user Victoria Beckham

So many stars got in on the charitable trend this year, but few were as fabulous as the Beckham family. If you have a David in your life, why not pretend to be Victoria for the night? Throw on your gym clothes, and grab a large pail!

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Polar Vortex Woman

Image Source: Getty / STAN HONDA

If you know your ex is going to be at that Halloween party (and you're not looking for his attention), unpack your Winter clothes, and bundle up. He'll never recognize you!

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LeBron James Returning to Cleveland

Image Source: Instagram user kingjames

Channel Cleveland's hometown boy by slipping into one of these jerseys.

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Justin Bieber in Court

Image Source: CNN

Is red your color? Skip the singer's wild antics, and get into that jumpsuit. Pro tip: greasy hair and handcuffs will take this costume to the next level.

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Sad Brazil Fans

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If sulking comes naturally to you, we have just the right costume: jump into a Brazil World Cup soccer jersey and glue on a gray mustache.

Source: BBC

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Jared "Huggin" Leto

Image Source: Instagram user jaredleto

The meme that captivated the Internet could be a hit costume at your Halloween party. You'll need a long-sleeved shirt, some Adidas track pants, a wig, and a tree (or maybe just a branch?) to hug.

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Adele Nazeem

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John Travolta infamously introduced Idina Menzel as "the talented, one and only Adele Dazeem" at the Oscars. Bring Adele to life this Halloween with a fancy ball gown, a megawatt smile, and a good sense of humor.

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The Olympics Puppy Guy

Image Source: Twitter user guskenworthy

Listen, fellas — nothing will make you more irresistible than saving puppies. Borrow a friend's dog, and put your baseball cap on to look the part of Olympic freeskier Gus Kenworthy. Trust us, you'll be a hero.

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Miley Cyrus's Art

Image Source: Instagram user mileycyrus

Getting crafty with a glue gun, vibrators, and hamster toys (just to name a few key items) isn't for those of us who are easily embarrassed.

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Shirtless Zac Efron

Image Source: MTV

Everyone is going to think you're just another guy in a chambray shirt until — boom! — you have a friend pull a Rita Ora, revealing your ripped body.

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