17 Halloween Costumes Inspired by This Year's Most Iconic Music Videos
If you're looking for some last-minute Halloween ideas, take some inspiration from your favorite artists. From Lady Gaga'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.
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"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.
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“Don’t Wanna Know” by Maroon 5
- What to wear: A Pokémon costume.
- How to act: Like you're running for your life.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“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.
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“Work” by Rihanna and Drake
- What to wear: For Rihanna, 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.
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“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.
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“Make Me” by Britney Spears
- What to wear: Think "Stronger" Britney Spears. Wear black lingerie, a see-through lace dress, and tall black boots.
- How to act: Strut your stuff.
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“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.
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"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.