Love Halloween [1] but don't like wasting your money on a one-time-use costume? Try investing in something you can wear as a costume and love enough to reach for over and over, long past the holiday. This October, we're turning to our favorite luxury retailer, Nordstrom, to find that special one-and-done number that checks both boxes. Keep reading to discover a dozen superstylish dress options, our beyond-easy costume ideas, and a few finishing-touch suggestions to get your creative juices flowing.
A Sorceress
This on-trend dress [2] ($98) is dotted with gold foil stars, making it the perfect number for a celestial sorceress costume. Add a witch hat and vampy lips and you're good to go.
A Fox
Feeling foxy? Use this rust-colored dress [3] ($128) in soft corduroy as the base of your costume. Accessorize with fox ears, a fluffy tail, and a face of fox makeup.
Marilyn Monroe
Re-create Marilyn Monroe's iconic Hollywood moment with this plunging white dress [4] ($198). All you need to finish the look are heels, blond curls, and a beauty mark.
A Flower Child
With its mustard hue, flared sleeves, and floral print, this dress [5] ($69) is ideal for channeling a bohemian flower child straight from the '60s. Top off the look with oversize yellow-lens sunglasses and a flower crown.
A Unicorn
Accompanied with a unicorn horn and holographic makeup, this iridescent sequined dress [6] ($300) will help transform you into a magical, mythical creature.
Dancer Emoji
Bring to life everybody's favorite emoji with this twirl-worthy red dress [7] ($118). Just add red shoes, and don't forget to keep the moves coming all night long.
Audrey Hepburn
A black sleeveless sheath dress [8] ($59) is sleek and sophisticated — and perfect to wear for a classic Audrey Hepburn look. Complete the outfit with black gloves, a pearl necklace, and a crystal-tiara-topped bun.
Meghan Markle
Channel the Duchess of Sussex this Halloween [9] with a belted pinstripe dress [10] ($178) fit for a modern-day princess. To replicate Meghan's look, throw on strappy black pumps, a black-and-white crossbody bag, and a black blazer over your shoulders. Optional: your date dressed as Prince Harry.
A Dalmatian
Not only are polka-dot pieces all the rage right now, but they also make for a very stylish Dalmatian costume. Combine this black-and-white dotted dress [11] ($138) with dog ears and dog makeup.
A Flapper Girl
Travel back to the '20s in this vintage-inspired dress [12] ($320) complete with swinging sequin fringe. A feather boa and headband along with a string of pearls will round out your costume.
A Space Girl
For an out-of-this-world costume, a metallic silver dress [13] ($108) is the way to go. Match it with silver boots and galactic-inspired makeup.
A Wild Cat
Show off your wild side and dress up as a feisty feline. All you need are this spotted dress [14] ($198), tiger ears, a tail, and tiger makeup.