Halloween is fast approaching. People keep asking “So…what are you gonna dress up as this year” and suddenly the realization that you can no longer pretend costumes are for kids, sets in. You understand you need to act fast. Line-ups at costume stores are getting longer and longer, and time is slipping away as you read this. Is this some kind of nightmare?!
Well sorta. After all, this is the scariest night of the year
In this edition of Get The Look, we’re here to take the stress out of your Halloween plans with these these sweet artist and video inspired costumes for 2016.
So if you still don’t have an idea in mind, try one of these super easy DIY costumes or get inspired by some of these fun costume looks.
Dangerous Woman
Inspired by Ariana Grande‘s new album, here is how you can dress up as the Dangerous Woman herself. With Faux leather in season, this is a super attainable look. Don’t forget that high pony!
Get it here: Bunny Mask, Leather Top, Lace Gloves
Ziggy Stardust
In honour of his death this past year, here is David Bowie‘s Ziggy Stardust look. Make sure you pair these bottoms with a killer blouse and his signature red makeup!
Get it here: Red Wig, Face Paint, Stripped Pants
Gaga ’16
Lady Gaga has always been an iconic Halloween look (remember Poker Face?). So how about something more up-to-date? Here’s Gaga’s latest look pulled straight from her “Perfect Illusion” video. Make sure to swing your hair back and forth for added effect.
Get it here: Black Tee, Denim Shorts, Combat Boots, Mic
Bank Heist Villain
If you’re looking for something a little more creepy, The Weeknd delivers in his newest video “False Alarm”. Feel free to add a fake weapon of your choice to really complete the look.
Get it here: Scream Mask, Black Hoodie
Street Fighter
Feeling nostalgic? Check out these sweet Street Fighter inspired get-ups from The Strumbellas “We Don’t Know”. Or you can get a full costume in one shot. It’s a guaranteed K.O.
Get it here: Blue Tank, Yellow Wig, Blue Camo Pants, Full Street Fighter Costume.
Harley-Quinn / Joker Twist
As part of the soundtrack for Suicide Squad, DJ Snake‘s “Middle” (featuring Bipolar Sunshine) takes cues from the film. The young Harley-Quinn / Joker inspired look is super easy to achieve. Pair with some grunge gear and you’re all set.
Get it here: Round Reflective Shades, Black Eye Mask, Harley Quinn Face Kit, Joker Face Kit, Purple Lipstick.
Ghostbusters
Who you gonna call? 5SOS that’s who. The boys take on the role of the classic Ghostbusters in “Girls Talk Boys” and here’s how you can too:
Get it here: Female Ghostbuster Costume, Male Ghostbuster Costume.
Pokémon Go!
Maroon 5 shared these awesome costumes in their video “Don’t Wanna Know”, where they dressed as Pokémon-like monsters. You too can look like imitation Pokémon by sporting one of these super duper comfy one-sies! For added effect, have your friends pretend to catch you, just like they do in the vid.
Get it here: Green Monster Onesie, Blue Monster Onesie, Pink Monster Onesie
That completes this edition of Get The Look. Check out our previous Get The Look blog posts for even more ideas on how you can transform into SonReal, Alessia Cara, Troye Sivan, Justin Bieber, Tor Kelly, Rihanna, Halsey, and Selena Gomez and more!
Do you have your Halloween costume yet? Let us know who (or what!) you’ll be dressing up as in the comments below: