If you're looking for some last-minute Halloween [1] ideas, take some inspiration from your favorite artists. From Lady Gaga [2]'s "Perfect Illusion" to Beyoncé's entire Lemonade album, we have already been blessed with a ton of iconic music videos this year, so why not pay tribute by reenacting one on Oct. 31? Trust us, there are plenty of options to chose from.
"Formation" by Beyoncé
- What to wear: A long black dress, a chunky necklace, a black wide-brimmed hat, and your hair in braids.
- How to act: Like you came to slay.
“Don’t Wanna Know” by Maroon 5
- What to wear: A Pokémon costume.
- How to act: Like you're running for your life.
“24K Magic” by Bruno Mars
- What to wear: A graphic button-down, black shorts, a hat that has 24,000 etched in Roman numerals, and Inglewood's finest shoes.
- How to act: Like you're a dangerous man with some money in your pocket. Tell people to keep up.
“Perfect Illusion” by Lady Gaga
- What to wear: A fitted black tee, cutoff jean shorts, and a crazed look in your eye. Don't forget your microphone to swing around.
- How to act: Lose control in your performance.
“Fade” by Kanye West
- What to wear: The tiniest gray workout outfit you can find.
- How to act: Dance around like no one is watching. You shouldn't sweat; you should glisten.
“Rise” by Katy Perry
- What to wear: A beaten and tattered skydiving jumpsuit. Don't forget your parachute.
- How to act: Like victory is in your veins.
“M.I.L.F. $” by Fergie
- What to wear: A white robe and matching heels.
- How to act: Like the hottest mom on the block.
“Send My Love (to Your New Lover)” by Adele
- What to wear: A long floral gown and Adele's classic eyeliner.
- How to act: Completely unimpressed.
“Can’t Stop the Feeling” by Justin Timberlake
- What to wear: A white polo, a white jean jacket, and white pants.
- How to act: Like you got that sunshine in your pocket and that good soul in your feet.
“Just Like Fire” by Pink
- What to wear: A red pinstriped suit, a pink and orange wig, and a funky top hat.
- How to act: Just a little mad.
“Ain’t Your Mama” by Jennifer Lopez
- What to wear: You'll need to go completely retro for this look. Grab a short blond wig, a green gingham dress, a matching bow, and bright pink lipstick.
- How to act: Like a '50s housewife who's fed up.
“Cheap Thrills” by Sia
- What to wear: A flesh-colored leotard, black gloves, and a platinum blond and black wig.
- How to act: Obnoxiously dance around the room and make funny faces at strangers.
“Work” by Rihanna and Drake
- What to wear: For Rihanna [7], you'll need a long brown wig, a purple tank top, and a cut-off skirt. For Drake, grab a gray sweatshirt, matching pants, and a gold chain.
- How to act: Mumble your words and dance all night long.
“Pillowtalk” by Zayn Malik
- What to wear: Black from head to toe. Don't forget to color your hair blond and draw on some scruff.
- How to act: Do everything in slow motion.
“Make Me” by Britney Spears
- What to wear: Think "Stronger" Britney Spears [8]. Wear black lingerie, a see-through lace dress, and tall black boots.
- How to act: Strut your stuff.
“Dance Off” by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
- What to wear: A black and white fur coat, leather gloves, black slacks, and a black fedora.
- How to act: Challenge people to a dance-off.
"Hold Up" by Beyoncé
- What to wear: A bright yellow dress, crimped blond extensions, and a wooden baseball bat.
- How to act: Jealous and crazy and like you've been walked all over lately.
