Here’s 14 Pop Culture Halloween Costumes Ideas For 2024
From cute animals to OMG pop star moments, this year was filled with the funniest, weirdest, and craziest pop culture events that had us hooked. So if you still need help with a costume, read along for our picks in 2024 pop culture moments!
Lisa Frankenstein meets Lisa Frank
The ‘weird girl’ meets her vibrant bestie!
Since its release back in February, Lisa Frankenstein became an underrated thriller filled with strange and hilarious moments. If you and your bestie are polar opposites and looking for a duo costume, Lisa Frankenstein and the popular 90s Lisa Frank design aesthetic are a perfect mix of goth and cutesy.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
The juice is loose and ready for Halloween!
The Beetlejuice franchise is no stranger to Halloween costumes with endless renditions of Lydia and the titular character. With this year’s Beetlejuice Beetlejuice still buzzing, we have even more options for the beloved characters and new ones like Astrid.
Inside Out 2
Emotions are high with this group costume!
Inside Out 2 made all of us laugh and cry as we watched Riley deal with more emotions than ever. Each character — Joy, Anxiety, Ennui, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and more — has distinct colors and traits, allowing your group of friends to showcase their personalities while embodying the film’s heartwarming themes.
Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega “Taste” Music Video
Sabrina Carpenter has proven herself to be a witty pop star this year with her glamorous barbie-doll looks, catchy songs, and infectious humor. If you and your closest friend are looking for an iconic duo costume, try out Carpenter and Jenna Ortega’s look in the “Taste” music video. Attempting to kill each other turns into a subtle romance with the various looks throughout the video including a Death Becomes Her reference that is *chef’s kiss* for Halloween.
Challengers Trio
Point, set, match!
A hilarious and girl boss take on Halloween comes from Luca Guadagnino’s Challengers. Bring out the polos, the skirts, the tennis shoes, and more when you’re channeling your inner Art, Patrick, and Tashi.
Olivia Rodrigo Guts Tour Outfits
Olivia Rodrigo has been killing it on her Guts World Tour with hilarious fan moments, quirky choreography, and amazing outfits. With so many different looks throughout the tour, the choices are endless for a perfect pop star Halloween costume.
The Viral Olympic Chocolate Chip Muffin
While the Olympics had amazing wins for the USA, something sweeter won our hearts.
Norwegian Olympic swimmer Henrik Christiansen took to social media to share his love for the village’s decadent chocolate chip muffin with plenty of hilarious videos. Due to its popularity, local bakeries and grocers have rolled out limited versions of the pastry for everyone to enjoy. But if you still haven’t tried it, pay homage to the sweet treat this Halloween as the viral muffin.
Moo Deng, Pesto, and Hua Hua
Who can resist cute animals?
If you’re a fan of baby animals, the Internet has graced us with a lovable trio — baby hippo Moo Deng, Pesto The Penguin, and baby panda Hua Hua. These animals rose to prominence for not only their cuteness, but their personalities and appearances. I think it’s safe to say we all adore these animals and they should be protected at all costs!
Chappell Roan
H-O-T-T-O-G-O!
It’s a no-brainer that Chappell Roan is going to be one of the biggest costumes this year. At multiple events, Roan has given us a variety of looks including the Statue of Liberty, Joan of Arc, a lucha libre look, a ringmaster, Swan Lake’s Princess Odette, and plenty more. Nothing casual over here!
Sex And The City
For my fashion girlies, Sex and The City is having a resurgence. so it’s time to go all out!
Sex and The City captures the essence of fun, friendship, and, of course, iconic fashion. Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda, and Samantha all have different styles and personalities that would pair well with your group of besties. The series has an immense cultural impact and provides a nostalgic touch to your outfits while you celebrate individuality and confidence.
Love Island Bombshell
I got a text — and it says you’re the newest bombshell to enter the villa!
Reality dating TV lovers have been loud and proud since the dramatic season 6 of Love Island USA. What better way to shake up the party than with a bombshell?! Snag an iconic personalized Love Island water bottle via their website and put on your best challenge outfit to raise the heat.
The Unknown From The Willy Wonka Experience
Willy Wonka meets disaster.
Back in February, The Glasgow Willy Wonka Experience became the Internet’s punching bag with its seemingly depressive appearance and characters, especially mysterious character The Unknown. Originally scripted to be the villain of the experience, The Unknown would emerge from behind a mirror to scare the children who visited. Multiple videos went viral of those who attended the event and thus skyrocketed The Unknown to popularity with fan art, memes, and merch. Grab a shiny mask and a black cloak to release your inner mischief… and steal some chocolate!
Abigail
What’s better than a ballerina? A blood-sucking one!
Released in April, Abigail follows a group of kidnappers that come face-to-face with a sweet ballerina — until they realize she’s actually a killer vampire! Sweet and deadly are a perfect combo with a full white ballet outfit and blood splatters which you can find now at your local Spirit Halloween.
