10 Popular Halloween Costumes Everyone Will Be Wearing in 2025

Halloween 2025 isn’t just about scares—it’s about making people laugh, gasp, and say, “Wait, is that…?” .

Forget last-minute plastic masks this season is about bringing pop culture to life, mixing in some spooky flair, and having fun with costumes that make people stop and say, “That’s brilliant!”

The best part? You don’t have to break the bank to join the fun most of these ideas can be pulled together with thrift store finds, DIY hacks, and a little imagination.

#1 Wednesday Addams

Wednesday Addams remains a Halloween favorite that never loses its appeal, especially after Netflix brought her back into the cultural spotlight. Her iconic look is simple yet instantly recognizable, making it perfect for both kids and adults. To recreate the outfit, start with a black collared dress, black tights, and chunky lace-up boots. Style your hair in two braids and add pale foundation with dark eyeliner to emphasize her gothic charm. For Halloween-specific flair, you can carry a rubber hand prop to represent “Thing” or bring along a violin case for a spookier aesthetic. If you are dressing up with friends, expand the theme into a full Addams Family cast with Morticia, Gomez, Uncle Fester, and Pugsley. This group approach makes it both versatile and a guaranteed hit at any Halloween party.

#2 Barbie and Ken

Even in 2025, Barbie costumes are still everywhere thanks to the ongoing Barbiecore trend and the cultural dominance of the film. Barbie can be portrayed in many forms: the classic sparkly pink gown, “Weird Barbie” with wild hair and marker scribbles on her face, or the glamorous disco-inspired versions from the movie. Ken’s “Mojo Dojo Casa House” look, complete with a fur coat and bandana, is another standout option. Most of these pieces can be thrifted or recreated with pink fabric, sequins, and DIY accessories. To make it fit Halloween’s theme, give Barbie a witch hat and vampire fangs or make Ken into a zombie surfer with fake blood. Couples can also embrace the Barbenheimer meme by pairing Barbie with Oppenheimer, combining bright pink with somber black suits for a clever cultural mashup that will have everyone talking.

#3 Inside Out 2’s Anxiety

Pixar’s newest emotion, Anxiety, is set to be one of the most popular Halloween costumes of the year because of its relatability and easy recognizability. The base outfit is simple: an oversized orange hoodie, purple pants, and disheveled hair. Add pale makeup, dark circles under the eyes, and exaggerated wide eyes with eyeliner for maximum impact. Props like a coffee cup or a stack of fake to-do lists give it an extra comedic edge. For a Halloween-specific spin, decorate the hoodie with fake cobwebs or glue on plastic spiders to make it look like Anxiety has been living inside a haunted house. Anxiety works best as part of a group costume when combined with the rest of the Inside Out 2 cast—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Envy, and Ennui—creating a colorful and instantly recognizable group that fits both party and family themes.

#4 Taylor Swift (Eras Tour Edition)

Taylor Swift continues to dominate the cultural conversation, and the Eras Tour provides endless Halloween inspiration in 2025. Each era has a distinctive look: glittering pastel bodysuits for Lover, edgy black outfits for Reputation, and flowing dresses for Folklore. Fans can easily recreate these with sequined fabric, fringe jackets, and thrifted gowns decorated with beads or rhinestones. Adding a toy microphone or stacks of DIY friendship bracelets is an easy way to tie the costume directly to the concert experience. For Halloween, consider combining Swift’s iconic looks with gothic makeup, vampire fangs, or props like a coffin-shaped handbag to give her a darker seasonal edge. Couples can take this further by pairing Taylor with Travis Kelce—just add an NFL jersey and football gear to complete the dynamic duo. It is a costume that celebrates both pop music and the spooky spirit of Halloween.

#5 Beyoncé Cowboy Carter

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter album has launched an entire fashion trend, and her glittering cowgirl aesthetic is set to be a standout Halloween choice. To achieve the look, start with a rhinestone-studded cowboy hat, denim outfits with plenty of fringe, and sparkly boots. A hot glue gun and inexpensive rhinestones can transform an old jacket into a stage-ready statement piece. Accessorize with bold earrings, necklaces, and either a toy microphone or guitar. For Halloween authenticity, swap out the guitar for a skeleton prop or cover the fringe in glow-in-the-dark paint. Couples can make it even more eye-catching by having one person dress as Beyoncé while the other takes on a matching cowboy look, creating a themed duo that balances glamour and playfulness. This option stands out because it blends cultural relevance with the traditional western look often tied to fall festivals and harvest themes.

#6 Spider-Man (Across the Spider-Verse)

The multiverse craze keeps Spider-Man at the top of Halloween lists, especially the animated versions from Across the Spider-Verse. Costumes for Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen, and Spider-Man 2099 are vibrant, exciting, and perfect for both children and adults. If you do not want to buy a pre-made suit, you can make your own using a plain bodysuit and fabric paint to recreate web designs. Adding LED lights or glow-in-the-dark paint enhances the look, especially during night trick-or-treating. Families can expand the theme by each choosing a different version of Spider-Man—even silly versions like Spider-Cat or Spider-Ham—to embrace the multiverse humor. To push it toward a Halloween theme, carry a candy bucket shaped like a pumpkin or weave plastic spiders into your costume for a creepier effect.

#7 The Joker (Joaquin Phoenix Sequel)

With Joker: Folie à Deux set to dominate theaters, Joaquin Phoenix’s unsettling Joker look is making a comeback. The costume requires a red suit, green vest, clown makeup, and messy hair. Smearing the makeup slightly gives it a darker, Halloween-ready appearance. To elevate it, carry playing cards, fake money, or props tied to the film’s musical elements. Couples can turn this into an unforgettable pair by adding Harley Quinn as portrayed by Lady Gaga, complete with bold clown-inspired fashion and striking makeup. To lean into Halloween horror, apply fake blood to the Joker’s mouth or carry a rubber knife to give it a slasher feel. This choice is bold, theatrical, and perfect for anyone who wants to embrace chaos while making a pop culture statement.

#8 Skibidi Toilet Meme

Few costumes capture meme culture like the bizarre Skibidi Toilet trend. To make this at home, use a large cardboard box, paint it white, and shape it into a toilet. Cut out space for your head to pop out of the “bowl” and use face paint or makeup to look unsettling. Add accessories like fake pipes or sound effects from a phone hidden in the costume to complete the effect. Friends can join as Cameramen or TV-head soldiers from the same meme series, creating a chaotic group look that people will instantly recognize. For a Halloween spin, splash fake blood on the toilet or add glowing LED lights to make it extra eerie. It is absurd and ridiculous, but that is what makes it such a perfect viral-ready Halloween costume.

#9 Bluey

Bluey remains one of the most beloved children’s characters, and in 2025 it is still an unbeatable choice for families. To create a Bluey costume, use a blue hoodie, felt patches, and fabric glue to mimic her spots. A cardboard or fabric tail can be attached to the hoodie, and face paint can be used for a nose and whiskers. Parents can get involved by dressing as Bandit and Chilli, while siblings can take on Bingo. For a Halloween upgrade, add bat wings to Bluey, a mini pumpkin bucket for Bingo, or even a cobweb accessory to make the look seasonal. This option works especially well for trick-or-treating families who want a wholesome but recognizable costume that appeals to both kids and adults.

#10 Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer might not sound like the most obvious Halloween choice, but the lasting popularity of the Barbenheimer meme ensures it will continue into 2025. The outfit is simple: a dark vintage-style suit, a trench coat, and a fedora. Adding a pipe or a leather notebook helps bring the character to life. If you want to make it scarier, use glow-in-the-dark face paint to give yourself a radioactive green glow or carry a prop labeled as “The Pumpkin Project,” a playful twist on the Manhattan Project. Couples can pair Oppenheimer with Barbie for one of the cleverest and funniest meme-driven costumes of the year, bridging serious history with playful satire. It is easy to assemble from thrift store finds and works well for anyone who enjoys cultural references and subtle humor.