This Year's Best Pop-Culture-Inspired Halloween Costumes For Men
:upscale()/2014/09/11/059/n/1922283/e7b5b03aa42fb112_thumb_temp_cover_file8452101409093804.jpg)
The countdown to Halloween is on, and we've already made some suggestions for what the ladies should wear to be topical with this year's pop-culture-inspired costumes, and now it's the guys' turn. From many Guardians of the Galaxy players to notorious TV characters, we have some funny and timely costume ideas.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/995/n/1922283/7428957e8f45cb92_her-joaquin-phoenix-31.jpg)
Theodore From Her
- What to wear: A red shirt with the highest-waisted pants you can find. Top it off with glasses, a mustache, and an earpiece.
- How to act: Shy and unsure of yourself. Talk to yourself like you're talking to a girl you love.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/007/n/1922283/70ff3ef5d6b2b1b0_10_AmericanHustle_Bale.jpg)
Irving Rosenfeld From American Hustle
- What to wear: Make like Irv and give yourself an elaborate comb-over. Wear a '70s suit and glasses, and stuff your belly a little.
- How to act: Like a charming con man.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/017/n/1922283/3c3cc9ebde701e30_ASM2VFX_102.jpg)
Electro From The Amazing Spider-Man 2
- What to wear: This one's pretty easy: blue face paint and a black hoodie.
- How to act: Like you're electrified!
:upscale()/2014/08/29/777/n/1922283/6cbfcce33f8a0c81_-12.jpg)
Star-Lord From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: A long, red leather jacket, a t-shirt, and boots with a crossbody bag. Extra points for the Walkman or mask.
- How to act: Cocky, heroic, and charming.
:upscale()/2014/08/29/777/n/1922283/1672e78b83b4caf6_-9.jpg)
Groot From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: A body- and head-covering tree costume. Time to get creative with the DIYs.
- How to act: Lumber around and only say one thing: "I am Groot."
:upscale()/2014/08/29/777/n/1922283/a1ccec7baeba2ebe_-5.jpg)
Rocket From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: A raccoon suit with a little vest and pants over it.
- How to act: Inappropriate and bossy. Swear a lot.
:upscale()/2014/08/29/777/n/1922283/1b8b0c9e8e53940e_-13.jpg)
The Collector From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: A fancy-looking suit under a fur-lined cape with a white wig and white eyebrows.
- How to act: Pompous. Sneer a lot, and look at everyone and everything as if you're appraising its value.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/995/n/1922283/5a9a9d2320dde6bb_truedetective13.jpg)
Rust Cohle From True Detective
- What to wear: A wig pulled back into a ponytail with a mustache and a dull-colored shirt and boots.
- How to act: Speak unintelligibly and say the weirdest stuff you can imagine.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/007/n/1922283/ae5da71510519b63_Andy.gray_hires2.jpg)
Jake From Brooklyn Nine-Nine
- What to wear: A button-down shirt and black leather jacket with your badge hanging around your neck.
- How to act: Cocky but funny and sweet, too.
:upscale()/2014/08/28/912/n/1922283/20b21b9645bc3dae_sh-06-tom-publicity-singles_1803_LY_hires2.jpg)
Ichabod From Sleepy Hollow
- What to wear: An old-fashioned coat with a high collar and a linen shirt. Wear a wig if your hair's not long, and pull it halfway up.
- How to act: Regal, smart, and a little weirded out by modern times.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/995/n/1922283/95677bcafae8cb1c_leftovers25.jpg)
Kevin From The Leftovers
- What to wear: A police uniform and aviators.
- How to act: Wary of your surroundings and deadly hot.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/995/n/1922283/3721e4e2ef54d326_Benedict-Cumberbatch-in-Sherlock-2014-Wallpaper.jpg)
Sherlock From Sherlock
- What to wear: The classic Sherlock hat, plus a big tweed coat and blue scarf.
- How to act: Brilliant and totally charming.
:upscale()/2014/08/28/912/n/1922283/c17ca6bcf7ac188b_BILLY_BOB_THORNTON_03_ROAD_CAR_009_hires2.jpg)
Lorne Malvo From Fargo
- What to wear: A long, dark trench coat, black clothing, and gloves. This is the time for a fake mustache, too.
- How to act: Threatening but still a little charming.
:upscale()/2014/08/28/912/n/1922283/fdb106f0a940854e_MARTIN_FREEMAN_02_PARKING_LOT_067_hires2.jpg)
Lester Nygaard From Fargo
- What to wear: A big orange parka, a fur hat, and a befuddled expression. Carry a suitcase to complete the look.
- How to act: Insecure but sneaky. Go hard with that North Dakota accent.
:upscale()/2014/08/12/997/n/1922283/cb3e4e2feb9f7f06_Kristoff_Sven-1.jpg)
Kristoff From Frozen
- What to wear: Gray, fur-lined clothes and a red belt, plus a little cap, like how he's styled on Once Upon a Time (and you get to wear Uggs!). Bonus points if you bring a stuffed Sven.
- How to act: No-nonsense but warm-hearted underneath all your outer layers.
:upscale()/2014/08/12/997/n/1922283/8a3505031b6c8c3c_msf_frozen_cmi_hans.jpg)
Hans From Frozen
- What to wear: Frozen villain Hans needs a regal costume, but most importantly, you have to have big sideburns. And a fake horse you can ride while trick-or-treating.
- How to act: Slick and charming at first but also like you can't be trusted.
:upscale()/2014/08/12/983/n/1922283/3d7da8c4f5c6ea80_-4.jpg)
Olaf From Frozen
- What to wear: Just rock a white suit with a carrot nose and sticks for arms (and "hair").
- How to act: Say cute, witty things constantly and perhaps burst into song.
:upscale()/2014/10/17/962/n/1922283/7bc3e140b01a9e41_FLA101f_0878ra.jpg)
The Flash From The Flash
- What to wear: TV's newest superhero requires a dark red suit that covers your head and whole body. Don't forget the black flash symbols over the ears.
- How to act: Kind of naive but ready to kick butt.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/995/n/1922283/755e568a98bfe279_gameofthrones14_58.jpg)
Joffrey From Game of Thrones
- What to wear: Since this year's Joffrey is all about Choking Joffrey, wear his regal wedding clothes and crown, while clutching your throat and a goblet.
- How to act: Like you're choking. And like you deserved it.
:upscale()/2014/09/03/007/n/1922283/215c7f050f6af6bf_H-03184.jpg)
Hercules From Hercules
- What to wear: No shirt, unless you have a black leather vest. Otherwise just rock a fur loincloth, and of course, a lion head on your head.
- How to act: Strong! Tough! You're Hercules!
:upscale()/2013/10/04/917/n/1922283/98959b95d6bbe4bd_oitnb_pds_035_h.jpg)
Pornstache From Orange Is the New Black
- What to wear: A blue officer's shirt and black pants. Make your hair into a flattop and wear a thick black mustache.
- How to act: Sketchy. Walk into the room like you own it and eyeball everyone until they're uncomfortable.
:upscale()/2013/10/02/911/n/1922283/21d5b5d81176bd41_jamie01.jpg)
Ja'mie From Summer Heights High
- What to wear: A wig with long, straight brown hair. Wear a private school uniform with a name tag that says "Ja'mie" and saddle shoes with white socks.
- How to act: Supersnooty. Tell everyone why this party isn't nearly as cool as the one you threw last year.
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/6d17e97f17eef323_10257717_796218710408587_3565035266872214053_o.jpg)
Quicksilver From X-Men: Days of Future Past
- What to wear: A silver jacket to match your silver hair and some cool goggles.
- How to act: Very, very, very fast. One more very: very fast!
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/648ecb137ca29eb1_anthony-mackie1.png)
Falcon From Captain America: The Winter Soldier
- What to wear: A t-shirt and jeans will fit nicely under your gigantic wings.
- How to act: Trustworthy and solid.
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/0a407c28cf4bc2e0_captain_america_the_winter_soldier_12.jpg)
The Winter Soldier From Captain America: The Winter Soldier
- What to wear: A suit of armor with a metal arm, long, greasy hair, and a mask that covers your nose and mouth.
- How to act: Don't speak, but do seem extremely tough and threatening.
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/dded28855ec5b34e_1403372518000-EMMET-LEGO-MOV-JY-9066-59347164.JPG)
Emmet From The Lego Movie
- What to wear: A construction worker's uniform and a big yellow head.
- How to act: Like everything is awesome!
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/eb0223c057d69a54_outlanderphotolarge1.jpg)
Jamie From Outlander
- What to wear: A linen shirt, boots, and a kilt, of course.
- How to act: Summon up your best Scottish brogue and act tough.
:upscale()/2014/09/14/262/n/1922283/df0cf8563f191ebd_ralph-fiennes-in-GRAND-BUDAPEST-HOTEL.jpg)
M. Gustave From The Grand Budapest Hotel
- What to wear: A purple concierge uniform and a fancy little mustache.
- How to act: Accommodating and clever; offer to help everyone you come across with something.
:upscale()/2014/10/14/052/n/1922283/d86056d4c39e17a6_NUP_165770_0081.JPG)
Sara From The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
- What to wear: A purple sundress and a blond wig with a pink bow.
- How to act: Say "Ew!" all the time, complain about your stepdad Gary, and talk about who you have a crush on. Get your speech lessons here.
:upscale()/2014/10/02/794/n/1922283/174dcdf9d7b6ee84_-7.jpg)
Korath From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: A bald cap with a headpiece to look like Korath's skull, plus elaborate body armor and bright blue contacts.
- How to act: Robotic and cruel.
:upscale()/2014/10/02/794/n/1922283/b8a2d2c24ff39ee8_-6.jpg)
Ronan From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: Dark blue fact paint and a close-fitting green shirt with shoulder pads. Fashion a loose hood.
- How to act: Cruel and villainous.
:upscale()/2014/10/02/794/n/1922283/1538d55970d47e2b_-4.jpg)
Drax the Destroyer From Guardians of the Galaxy
- What to wear: Wear no shirt and paint your body green with an orange design on top of it. Yellow pants complete the tough look.
- How to act: Tough and fierce. When you speak, be very direct and literal and confused when anyone else uses sarcasm.
:upscale()/2014/10/01/864/n/1922283/0d261365caafb1f4_mens-halloween-pin.jpg)