Hollywood’s biggest names once again dazzled fans with their elaborate Halloween costumes, sharing photos on social media to mark the spooky season. Nostalgia has dominated the celebrity Halloween scene this year, with stars tapping into our love of ’90s supermodels, early 2000s pop culture, and classic movie moments.
Halloween offers a rare chance to swap everyday loungewear for something a bit more extravagant, and this year’s costumes did not disappoint. Here’s a roundup of some of this year’s standout costumes.
Janelle Monáe
Dubbed Halloween royalty, Janelle Monáe thrilled fans with her E.T. costume, appearing on The Jennifer Hudson Show as the beloved extraterrestrial complete with a glowing finger. Monáe’s dedication to spooky season has cemented her reputation as the “queen of Halloween.”
Lizzo
Lizzo made waves with four unique costumes, including “Edward SZAhands” and a box of faux pills named “Lizzo” in reference to her recent South Park cameo. This clever costume poked fun at a fictional Ozempic alternative, tying back to Lizzo’s advocacy for self-love.
Ed Sheeran
Taking meme culture to heart, Ed Sheeran dressed as the viral “Gay Little Monkey at the Apple Store” meme, posing in a fluffy monkey costume that brought AI-generated humor to life for Halloween.
Jennifer Garner
Jennifer Garner delighted fans by reviving her 13 Going on 30 character, Jenna Rink, for the movie’s 20th anniversary. This nostalgic tribute brought fans back to a beloved classic.
Kerry Washington, Scott Foley, and Tony Goldwyn
In a Scandal cast reunion, Kerry Washington, Scott Foley, and Tony Goldwyn dressed as the love triangle from Challengers, channeling Zendaya’s Tashi and her two tennis loves. This creative crossover thrilled both Scandal fans and movie buffs alike.
Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton brought Uma Thurman’s Pulp Fiction character Mia Wallace to life, donning the iconic bob and re-creating the movie’s poster to much fan praise.
Tyla and Coi Leray
Tyla went prehistoric as The Flintstones’ Wilma, emulating Halle Berry’s style, while Coi Leray dressed as Berry’s Catwoman, continuing the trend of paying homage to Halle Berry’s iconic roles.
Halle and Chloe Bailey
Halle Bailey, celebrating “Halleween,” honored Halle Berry with a Die Another Day Bond girl look, while sister Chloe took on the seductive Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, channeling her inner cartoon siren.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco
The pair brought Alice in Wonderland to life, dressing as Alice and the Mad Hatter. Gomez’s Instagram caption included a quote from the classic tale, adding a whimsical touch to her Halloween celebration.
Nicola Peltz Beckham
Nicola Peltz Beckham resurrected the Playboy Bunny look with a classic black satin ensemble, complete with bunny ears and a bow tie, channeling the spirit of the Playboy Mansion’s heyday.
Kylie Jenner
Kylie Jenner transformed into the sci-fi queen Barbarella, bringing back the glitz and glam of Jane Fonda’s 1968 space adventurer. Jenner is no stranger to elaborate costumes, adding Barbarella to her repertoire of past characters like Madonna and Christina Aguilera.
Sophie Turner
Sophie Turner channeled her inner Trinity from The Matrix, rocking a sleek black latex bodysuit with knee-high boots and tiny sunglasses, perfecting the futuristic look from the 1999 film.
Ciara
Ciara honored supermodel Naomi Campbell by replicating her iconic leopard-print outfit from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1991 fashion show, complete with a black beret, celebrating Campbell’s legacy on the runway.
Christina Aguilera
Christina Aguilera revisited her own look from her 2001 Lady Marmalade music video, rocking the Y2K aesthetic with bold blonde curls, dramatic makeup, and a leopard-print gown with a high slit.
Celebrities once again showed their Halloween spirit this season, proving that costumes can be a creative celebration of pop culture, nostalgia, and humor.
Happy Halloween!
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