Looking for Halloween costume inspiration? Music videos from stars like Taylor Swift, The Weekend, Charli XCX offer the perfect mix of creativity and style. Whether you’re into edgy, bold outfits or more classic aesthetics, we’ve picked some of the best music video-inspired costumes that are sure to make an impression.
Charli XCX and Billie Eilish – Guess
Don’t have to guess…Charli XCX is surely on the list. Charli XCX and Billie Eilish in “Guess” make the perfect duo for you and your bestie with a completely different style. Recreating their outfits isn’t difficult, and both Billie Eilish and Charli XCX have such signature styles that people will recognize instantly.
For Chali XCX’s look, here’s the list of the exact items Charli XCX wears, but you can totally find similar alternatives to pull off this look. You will need a tan oversized t-shirt with graphics you like, a flowy white irregular skirt, and a pair of patent leather boots. For the waist detail, you could either use a belt, or cut out the body and keep only the waist of a skirt like Charli XCX does. I recommend using an old skirt you no longer wear or thrift one, but you can also purchase one online. Besides the outfit, Charli XCX’s glam is also a signature style of hers. Here’s a tutorial video for her brat makeup.
For Billie Eilish’s outfit, it’s all about oversized. You will need a blue pinstripe baseball cap, an oversized t-shirt, a pair of oversized jeans, and frameless glasses. If you want to be creative and make a scene, consider bringing loads of underwear as your props!
Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega – “Taste”
Along the line of duo costume ideas, we have Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega from “Taste” music video. The striking contrast in both of their style and color, combined with the bloody elements, make this duo an ideal choice for Halloween costumes. You can find various inspo for this duo from Pinterest.
Ariana Grande – “The Boy is Mine”
If you don’t want to be over exaggerated this Halloween but still want a costume that’s playful, we’ve got you covered. Ariana Grande’s costume in “The Boy is Mine” taps into the office siren trend that went viral this summer. The highlight of this costume is definitely the gorgeous and exquisite hairstyle, which pretty much elevates the whole outfit from everyday wear to a standout costume. You can find a hairstyle tutorial on TikTok, and you can choose two hair sticks you like to finish the look. For the costume, you will need a puff short sleeve shirt, a sleek black dress, and a pair of nerdy glasses.
Taylor Swift and Post Malone – “Fortnight”
Whose Roman Empire is also the “Fortnight” music video? The music video was beautifully shot and the costumes are absolutely exquisite. The gothic style costumes also fit into the spooky vibe of Halloween and would be a great couple costume choice. To pull off Taylor Swift’s costume, you will need a black dress, preferably with layers, a black lace bustier, and most importantly, the tattoos. And for Post Malone’s costume, you will need a set of all-black suits, a long black coat, and a black ruffle tie.
The Weeknd – “Blinding Lights”
If you’re looking for a Halloween costume that’s bold yet easy to pull off, The Weeknd’s red suit from his “Blinding Lights” video is the perfect choice. This outfit, with its sharp lines and bright color, became an instant pop culture moment. Paired with his signature sunglasses and disheveled look, it’s a stylish yet effortlessly cool costume that captures the moody, cinematic feel of the music video. And here’s a tutorial for The Weeknd’s makeup in the music video.
Tyler, The Creator – “Lumberjack”
A fun fact: little North West is also dressing up as Tyler, The Creator for this Halloween! His unique fashion sense makes his outfits a perfect choice for anyone who wants a quirky, statement-making outfit. We’ve picked his most iconic look with a blue fur hat from “Lumberjack” for your costume idea. For this costume, you will need a blue fur ushanka, a sky blue cardigan/shirt, a leopard print short sleeve, and a pair of dark beige shorts.
Bad Bunny – “Where She Goes”
Honestly, every outfit of Bad Bunny is iconic and Bad Bunny coded, so feel free to choose one from your favorite song. We pick the western outfit in “Where She Goes”, and to recreate this look, you will need a dark denim studded jacket, a pair of black jeans at your choice, a cowboy belt, and sunglasses, which is the key piece of this look.
