Step into the spotlight this Halloween and become the life of the party with our curated list of iconic Halloween costumes. When it comes to dressing up, I have a penchant for costumes that are not only clever but also pay homage to beloved TV shows and movies. Each of these costumes radiates the unmistakable energy of strong, main female characters that have left an indelible mark on pop culture.
If you want more ideas for costumes, make sure to check out these 73 Insanely Cute College Halloween Costumes!
Most Iconic Halloween Costumes:
1. Cher Horowitz – “Clueless”
“Clueless” is an iconic pop culture film, and at its heart is Cher Horowitz, a character whose style is as memorable as her personality. Embrace the spirit of Cher by recreating her fashionable look.
And now I’m going to be adding this movie to my watch list!
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2. Mia Wallace – “Pulp Fiction”
Mia Wallace’s character from “Pulp Fiction” is an undeniably bold choice, but that’s precisely why it makes our list of the most iconic Halloween costumes. Her unmistakable style and presence are sure to turn heads.
Bonus points if you turn this into a couples costume with your very own John Travolta.
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3. Margot Tenenbaum – “The Royal Tenenbaums”
While this costume may be considered obscure by some, fans of “The Royal Tenenbaums” will undoubtedly appreciate the homage. Channel your inner Margot Tenenbaum for a unique and stylish Halloween ensemble.
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4. Holly Golightly – “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”
For a costume that exudes elegance and timelessness, look no further than Holly Golightly from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s.” A simple black dress paired with pearls and an updo will transform you into Audrey Hepburn’s iconic character.
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5. Regina George – “Mean Girls”
Regina George is synonymous with the iconic Halloween costume. There are several ways to embody her character, and we’ve picked one of our favorites. Get ready to unleash your inner mean girl!
Don’t forget there is also an option to dress like Regina post-bus accident – back brace and all!
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6. Wednesday Adams – “Adams Family”
Wednesday Addams is another classic choice that’s far from obscure. With a black dress, dark accents, and those signature pigtail braids, you’ll effortlessly capture her eerie charm.
With the release of the Netflix TV show, we have a feeling this costume is going to have a resurgence in popularity.
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7. Jessica Rabbit – Roger Rabbit
Jessica Rabbit is an embodiment of confidence and allure. Embrace her iconic look this Halloween and let your inner siren shine. She is one hot Mama!
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8. Britney Spears
Britney Spears offers a treasure trove of iconic Halloween costume options. The schoolgirl outfit, in particular, is a timeless choice that will have you feeling like a pop princess.
Don’t forget her other looks like the iconic red jumpsuit from the “Oops I Did It Again” music video and her MTV awards snake look.
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9. Barbie
With the highly anticipated Barbie Movie set for release in 2023, this costume idea is a must. Channel your inner plastic fantastic with a Barbie costume. The beauty of this choice is that you can be any of the Barbies you adore! Complete the look with a Barbie graphic tee.
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10. Marilyn Monroe
No iconic costume list would be complete without Marilyn Monroe. She is an eternal symbol of feminine grace and beauty. Dress as Marilyn, and you’ll instantly captivate the crowd.
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11. Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn’s unmistakable red and blue pigtails make her an enduring icon from the movies. Whether you opt for her classic look or a variation, everyone will recognize your Halloween transformation.
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12. Jenna Rink – 13 Going On 30
Again, there are so many iconic Halloween costumes you can pull from this movie. Jennifer Garner has so many great looks from the 80s and 2000s.
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13. Morticia Addams – “The addams family”
Once more, another iconic Halloween costume based on a strong female character. We are anticipating seeing a lot of Addams Family costumes this year! Make it a duo look with your partner dressed as Gomez.
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14. Cruella De Vil
She’s dark and devilish, she hates dogs, she’s Cruella de Vil. Another popular costume after the release of the live-action movie, which Disney did do a really great job on. Channel your inner villain by dressing as Cruella de Vil.
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15. Elle Woods -“Legally blonde”
Intelligent and sassy, Elle Woods is the perfect iconic female figure to emulate this Halloween season. BRB, Legally Blonde is another classic movie I will be adding to my watch list going into this fall.
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16. Ariel – “The Little Mermaid”
Everyone knows who Ariel is as soon as they see her iconic long red hair. She was my favorite Disney Princess growing up, and probably many of my readers’! There are several different ways to dress as Ariel, either in mermaid form or human!
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17. Dorothy – “The Wizard of Oz”
There’s no place like home! We all grew up watching this nostalgic movie. Everyone knows who Dorothy is with her ruby red slippers.
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18. Katniss Everdeen – “The Hunger Games”
From District 12, we have our less traditional iconic female Halloween figure. Katniss Everdeen gripped the nation when the book series was released. She still has a hold over us!
19. Princess Leia – “Star Wars”
You definitely don’t need to be a Star Wars fan to know who this iconic woman is. With the pigtail buns and long flowing white robe, Princess Leia is an iconic character to recreate for Halloween.
20. Daenerys Targaryen – “Game of Thrones”
She is so iconic wth her ice-white hair and strength as a ruler. Daenerys AKA Khaleesi is one of our favorite iconic women on this list of iconic Halloween costumes.
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21. Elphaba – “Wicked”
Elphaba AKA the Wicked Witch of the West is an iconic and spooky Halloween figure. If you already have an old witches costume from a prior year, it would be easy to recreate this with some green face makeup.
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22. Glinda – “Wicked”
If we are mentioning Elpheba, then it’s only right to put Glinda on this list! If you’re looking to be someone a bit more glamorous, then Glinda is the way to go. Bonus points if you make this a duo Halloween costume.
I have dreamt about this dress since I was a little girl!
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23. Belle – “Beauty and the Beast”
Another Disney film with an iconic live-action remake. We just ADORED Emma Watson as Belle. Seeing the costumes in real life gives so much inspiration for an iconic Halloween look.
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24. Christine Daae – “Phantom of the Opera”
Here is one of my all-time favorite characters from my favorite movie of all-time. Christine Daae is a beautiful and talented woman who challenges and releases the Phantom from his hold over her. The best thing about this costume is Christine has so many beautiful outfits to choose from!
Make this a couple costume by recruiting your own Phantom.
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25. Claire Fraser – “Outlander”
Maybe she’s not iconic to everyone, but she is iconic to us! This English-gone Scottish time-traveling woman makes for a great costume this Halloween season. Turn this one into an easy couple costume by having your man dress as Jamie.
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