Pop Culture Halloween Costume Ideas For 2022

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01of 35Joseph Quinn in Stranger ThingsEddie Munson (Joseph Quinn) in Stranger Things.Courtesy of NetflixJoseph Quinn’sStranger Thingscharacter Eddie Munson developed a passionate fanbase in season 4, and thankfully, his look is prettyeasy to put together for Halloween. All you need is a curly wig, a Hellfire Club shirt, ripped jeans and a denim jacket.

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Joseph Quinn in Stranger Things

Eddie Munson (Joseph Quinn) in Stranger Things.Courtesy of Netflix

Joseph Quinn’sStranger Thingscharacter Eddie Munson developed a passionate fanbase in season 4, and thankfully, his look is prettyeasy to put together for Halloween. All you need is a curly wig, a Hellfire Club shirt, ripped jeans and a denim jacket.

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Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie in Barbie movie

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03of 35Miles Teller in Top Gun: MaverickMiles Teller inTop Gun: Maverick(2022).Paramount Pictures/YouTubeTom Cruise’sTop Gun: Maverickdominated theatersworldwide, but it was Miles Teller’s character Rooster, the son of Goose from the firstTop Gunfilm,who took over TikTok. Grab a button-down shirt, aviator sunglasses and a fake mustache for this look, and finish it off with a top-volume rendition of “Great Balls of Fire.”

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Miles Teller in Top Gun: Maverick

Miles Teller inTop Gun: Maverick(2022).Paramount Pictures/YouTube

Tom Cruise’sTop Gun: Maverickdominated theatersworldwide, but it was Miles Teller’s character Rooster, the son of Goose from the firstTop Gunfilm,who took over TikTok. Grab a button-down shirt, aviator sunglasses and a fake mustache for this look, and finish it off with a top-volume rendition of “Great Balls of Fire.”

04of 35Alexa Demie in EuphoriaEddy Chen/HBOEuphoria’s second season spawned many iconic looks, but nothing quite tops Maddy’s black cutout dress with matching gloves from the premiere episode. Be sure to emulate her winged eyeliner and brown lipstick for the finishing touch.

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Alexa Demie in Euphoria

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Euphoria’s second season spawned many iconic looks, but nothing quite tops Maddy’s black cutout dress with matching gloves from the premiere episode. Be sure to emulate her winged eyeliner and brown lipstick for the finishing touch.

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Tatiana Maslany in She-Hulk

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07of 35Austin Butler in ElvisElvis.Warner Bros.Something tells us we’re going to see a lot of Elvises this year followingAustin Butler’s praised portrayalof the singer in Baz Luhrmann’s film. One particularly striking look to replicate is his pink outfit, including a pink blazer with a black button-down shirt and pants.

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Austin Butler in Elvis

Elvis.Warner Bros.

Something tells us we’re going to see a lot of Elvises this year followingAustin Butler’s praised portrayalof the singer in Baz Luhrmann’s film. One particularly striking look to replicate is his pink outfit, including a pink blazer with a black button-down shirt and pants.

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Lola Tung in The Summer I Turned Pretty

Gavin Casalegno and Lola Tung.Peter Taylor/Prime Video

09of 35Sebastian Stan and Lily James in Pam & TommyPam & Tommy.HuluSebastian Stan and Lily James completelynailed their portrayalsof Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson on their hit Hulu series, right down to the spot-on hair and makeup. You can pick any number of theiriconic looks to recreate!

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Sebastian Stan and Lily James in Pam & Tommy

Pam & Tommy.Hulu

Sebastian Stan and Lily James completelynailed their portrayalsof Tommy Lee and Pamela Anderson on their hit Hulu series, right down to the spot-on hair and makeup. You can pick any number of theiriconic looks to recreate!

10of 35Steven Yeun in NopeUniversalNope’sstar-studded castmeans you have plenty of characters to choose a costume from, but, Steven Yeun’s outfit in the film is one of the easiest to replicate. All you need is a white button-down, a red blazer, and a white cowboy hat.

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Steven Yeun in Nope

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Nope’sstar-studded castmeans you have plenty of characters to choose a costume from, but, Steven Yeun’s outfit in the film is one of the easiest to replicate. All you need is a white button-down, a red blazer, and a white cowboy hat.

11of 35Blake Lively at the Met GalaDimitrios Kambouris/GettyBlake Lively proved she isthe queen of the Met Galawhen she stepped out in thisN.Y.C.-inspired gown and tiara. If you’re really wanting to go above and beyond this Halloween, grab a blue gown and matching gloves and DIY it with some bronze spray paint to replicate Lively’s look.

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Blake Lively at the Met Gala

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Blake Lively proved she isthe queen of the Met Galawhen she stepped out in thisN.Y.C.-inspired gown and tiara. If you’re really wanting to go above and beyond this Halloween, grab a blue gown and matching gloves and DIY it with some bronze spray paint to replicate Lively’s look.

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Zoë Kravitz and Robert Pattinson in The Batman

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13of 35Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange 2Step into the multiverse as you channel Doctor Strange with a blue robe, a red cloak, and a fake goatee.

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Benedict Cumberbatch in Doctor Strange 2

Step into the multiverse as you channel Doctor Strange with a blue robe, a red cloak, and a fake goatee.

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Milly Alcock in House of the Dragon

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Iman Vellani in Ms. Marvel

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16of 35Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian at the Met GalaTravis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian.Cindy Ord/MG22/GettyTravis Barker andKourtney Kardashianmade history as the first couple designerThom Browne dressed for the Met Gala, so what better look torecreate for a couples costume? Thankfully, most of the pieces are probably already in your closet, including a black skirt, a white button-down, and a black blazer.

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Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian at the Met Gala

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian.Cindy Ord/MG22/Getty

Travis Barker andKourtney Kardashianmade history as the first couple designerThom Browne dressed for the Met Gala, so what better look torecreate for a couples costume? Thankfully, most of the pieces are probably already in your closet, including a black skirt, a white button-down, and a black blazer.

17of 35Jameela Jamil in She-HulkMarvel StudiosShe-Hulk isn’t the only fan-favorite character in the Disney+ series; fans have also gotten a kick out ofJameela Jamil’s self-absorbed Titania. Replicate her debut look from the premiere with black leggings, a corset top, and a long black trench coat with gold trimming. Don’t forget a striking red wig!

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Jameela Jamil in She-Hulk

She-Hulk isn’t the only fan-favorite character in the Disney+ series; fans have also gotten a kick out ofJameela Jamil’s self-absorbed Titania. Replicate her debut look from the premiere with black leggings, a corset top, and a long black trench coat with gold trimming. Don’t forget a striking red wig!

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Lea Michele in Funny Girl

Lea Michele as Fanny Brice inFunny Girl.Bruce Glikas/WireImage

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Serena Williams at the US Open

Serena Williams.Eduardo MunozAlvarez/VIEWpress/Getty

20of 35A League of Their Own CastA League Of Their Own.Courtesy of Prime VideoAmazon Prime Video puttheir own spin onA League of Their Ownthis year with an all-star cast. Channel the baseball players with a beige button-down dress, red socks, and a matching baseball cap.

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A League of Their Own Cast

A League Of Their Own.Courtesy of Prime Video

Amazon Prime Video puttheir own spin onA League of Their Ownthis year with an all-star cast. Channel the baseball players with a beige button-down dress, red socks, and a matching baseball cap.

21of 35Harry Styles at CoachellamegaHarry Styles had a lot of big moments in 2022 — from the release of his albumHarry’s Houseto his role inDon’t Worry Darling— but one of his biggest moments was performing at Coachella. Grab a mic anda sparkly jumpsuitand you’re ready to rock.

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Harry Styles at Coachella

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Harry Styles had a lot of big moments in 2022 — from the release of his albumHarry’s Houseto his role inDon’t Worry Darling— but one of his biggest moments was performing at Coachella. Grab a mic anda sparkly jumpsuitand you’re ready to rock.

22of 35Sydney Sweeney in EuphoriaEddy Chen/HBOSydney Sweeney’s iconic bathroom scene inEuphoriawas recreated all over TikTok, and it’s sure to be a big hit on Halloween as well. For this look, you’ll need a blue dress, a gingham button-up shirt, and lots of hairspray!

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Sydney Sweeney in Euphoria

Sydney Sweeney’s iconic bathroom scene inEuphoriawas recreated all over TikTok, and it’s sure to be a big hit on Halloween as well. For this look, you’ll need a blue dress, a gingham button-up shirt, and lots of hairspray!

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Michelle Yeoh in Everything Everywhere All At Once

Michelle Yeoh inEverything Everywhere All at Once(2022).David Bornfriend/A24

24of 35Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine in Purple HeartsNetflixPurple Heartswasone of the biggest Netflix movies of 2022, and it’s likely to become a fan-favorite couples costume. For Luke, it’s all about the camo and for Cassie, you’ll want some cute jeans and a tank top. Don’t forget to tuck your hair into your shirt for good measure!

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Sofia Carson and Nicholas Galitzine in Purple Hearts

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Purple Heartswasone of the biggest Netflix movies of 2022, and it’s likely to become a fan-favorite couples costume. For Luke, it’s all about the camo and for Cassie, you’ll want some cute jeans and a tank top. Don’t forget to tuck your hair into your shirt for good measure!

25of 35Amanda Seyfried in The DropoutAmanda Seyfried as Elizabeth Holmes.Beth Dubber/HuluAmanda Seyfried blew audiences away withher portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes. To pull off this look, you’ll want to dress in head-to-toe black, including a blazer and turtleneck, along with some red lipstick.

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Amanda Seyfried in The Dropout

Amanda Seyfried as Elizabeth Holmes.Beth Dubber/Hulu

Amanda Seyfried blew audiences away withher portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes. To pull off this look, you’ll want to dress in head-to-toe black, including a blazer and turtleneck, along with some red lipstick.

26of 35Oscar Isaac in Moon KnightMarvel StudiosIf you’re wanting to dress up like Oscar Isaac’s character inMoon Knight, you’ll need a white cape, boots, and some sort of spandex to pull the whole look together. You could also dress up as Mr. Knight with a white tux and mask if spandex isn’t your thing.

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Oscar Isaac in Moon Knight

If you’re wanting to dress up like Oscar Isaac’s character inMoon Knight, you’ll need a white cape, boots, and some sort of spandex to pull the whole look together. You could also dress up as Mr. Knight with a white tux and mask if spandex isn’t your thing.

27of 35Dove Cameron in ‘Breakfast’ Music VideoDove Cameron/YouTubeDove Cameron was one of thebest new artists of the year, andher “Breakfast” music videoonly solidified that. Don a pinstripe suit and tie to really capture her look.

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Dove Cameron in ‘Breakfast’ Music Video

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Dove Cameron was one of thebest new artists of the year, andher “Breakfast” music videoonly solidified that. Don a pinstripe suit and tie to really capture her look.

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Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley in Bridgerton

Bridgerton.Liam Daniel/Netflix © 2022

29of 35Julia Garner in Inventing AnnaJulia Garner as Anna Delvey in “Inventing Anna”.Aaron Epstein/NetflixInventing Annawas yet another big Netflix obsession this year, thanks in large part toJulia Garner’s incredible performance as Anna Delvey. Grab a red wig, some fashionable clothes and sunglasses, and you’re ready to hit the town.

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Julia Garner in Inventing Anna

Julia Garner as Anna Delvey in “Inventing Anna”.Aaron Epstein/Netflix

Inventing Annawas yet another big Netflix obsession this year, thanks in large part toJulia Garner’s incredible performance as Anna Delvey. Grab a red wig, some fashionable clothes and sunglasses, and you’re ready to hit the town.

30of 35Sadie Sink in Stranger ThingsNetflixSomething tells us we’re going to see a lot of Walkmans this Halloween! Dress up like Max in this pivotalStranger Thingsscene with a blue zip-up jacket, jeans, Vans, and of course, earphones.

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Sadie Sink in Stranger Things

Something tells us we’re going to see a lot of Walkmans this Halloween! Dress up like Max in this pivotalStranger Thingsscene with a blue zip-up jacket, jeans, Vans, and of course, earphones.

31of 35Elizabeth Olsen in Doctor Strange 2Disney/Marvel StudiosWhile Wanda Maximoff was one of thebiggest Halloween costumes last year, this year it’s all about the Scarlet Witch. Get the look with a maroon cape, black leggings, and a Scarlet Witch headpiece. You can even paint your fingers black for extra detail.

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Elizabeth Olsen in Doctor Strange 2

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While Wanda Maximoff was one of thebiggest Halloween costumes last year, this year it’s all about the Scarlet Witch. Get the look with a maroon cape, black leggings, and a Scarlet Witch headpiece. You can even paint your fingers black for extra detail.

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Florence Pugh at Venice Film Festival

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33of 35Lizzo in ‘2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)’ Music VideoLizzo Music/YouTubeYou’ll look like you stepped right out of aLizzo music videoas you don a bridal white dress, matching stockings, and a veil. If you’re feeling really creative, have a friend dress up in a similar look so you can be both Lizzos.

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Lizzo in ‘2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)’ Music Video

Lizzo Music/YouTube

You’ll look like you stepped right out of aLizzo music videoas you don a bridal white dress, matching stockings, and a veil. If you’re feeling really creative, have a friend dress up in a similar look so you can be both Lizzos.

34of 35The Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus 2Hocus Pocus 2(2022).Disney PlusThe Sanderson sisters are back forHocus Pocus 2, giving you the perfect opportunity to don their iconic looks, which have become a Halloween staple over the years.

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The Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus 2

Hocus Pocus 2(2022).Disney Plus

The Sanderson sisters are back forHocus Pocus 2, giving you the perfect opportunity to don their iconic looks, which have become a Halloween staple over the years.

35of 35Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and ThunderJasin BolandSorry Thor, this year, it’s all about Jane Foster! Channelyour inner Mighty Thorwith armor, a red cape, your trusty Mjolnir and a great blowout (though to be fair, Thor has one of those too).

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Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and Thunder

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Sorry Thor, this year, it’s all about Jane Foster! Channelyour inner Mighty Thorwith armor, a red cape, your trusty Mjolnir and a great blowout (though to be fair, Thor has one of those too).

source: people.com