7 Halloween Costume Ideas for the Fashion Lover

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Halloween is one of those events that always seems to sneak up without warning. So when a last-minute invite to a costume party arrives in your inbox, it can leave you scrambling to find something to wear at the last minute. With picked-over stores and last-minute plans, the whole scenario can prove to be a stressful experience that ultimately ends with a less-than-stellar costume.

This year, try getting a jump start on your outfit for Halloween. Not only does it give you the chance to get creative with your costume, but you might also have the change to add some cool pieces to your wardrobe. Those pink furry heels you’ve been eyeing? Perfect for a Marie Antoinette–inspired look. And the white ankle boots on your wish list? The ultimate shoe for a ’60s mod outfit. Want to see which ideas we’re behind?

Keep reading to shop seven Halloween costume ideas that are fashion girl–approved.

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Twiggy
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Channel Twiggy with a mod ’60s look.

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Cher Horowitz
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Grab a miniskirt and knee-high socks to perfect Cher Horowitz's Clueless look.

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Holly Golightly
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One of the most iconic characters from a movie: Holly Golightly of Breakfast at Tiffany's fame. 

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Carrie Bradshaw
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Any Sex and the City fan knows that Carrie Bradshaw is the show's fashion icon. Channel her look for Halloween.

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Marie Antoinette
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Channel the young queen's style with luxe satin, velvet, and feathers.

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Iris Apfel
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It might seem like a lot of effort, but this is such a fun one to wear.

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Blair Waldorf
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Headbands are a necessity if you're going to imitate Blair Waldorf's preppy New York style.

Next up: the best winter coats to shop now. 

Associate Director, Special Projects

Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.