Every October, the hunt begins: what will this year’s Halloween costume be? Girls eager to stand out from a sea of pumpkins and ghosts, know that choosing the perfect costume is not just about dressing up: it is about making a statement. Whether the theme is spooky, sweet, or superpowered, the right costume will turn heads, spark conversation, and make memories.
Halloween originated over 2,000 years ago from a Celtic festival, Samhain (in what the world now knows as Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Northern France). At the end of each October and the beginning of November, people lit bonfires while wearing costumes to repel ghost spirits and the harsh winters.
It was not until the 19th century, during the potato famine, that millions of Irish emigrated to America, bringing their mythology and the Halloween spirit along.
Later, the ritual became a holiday now referred to as Halloween, where people dress up in costumes for the night, fill up candy bags, and enjoy the spooky season.
#5 – The Shining Twins
“The Shining” is a classic horror movie, and the twins from this film are instantly recognizable characters. While undeniably eerie, “The Shining” twins land at number five on a Halloween costume ranking due to simplicity. Some might say this Halloween look is too simple, considering it just involves matching dresses and creepy makeup – but simple can still be iconic, and the twins are the perfect combo for Halloween’s uncanny vibe. As easy as it might seem, this costume is hard to pull off solo: those who can find another person can capture the chilling essence of Halloween perfectly.
#4 – Flapper girls
Placing fourth on the list are the glamorous flapper girls from the 1920s. This costume is so cute, classy, and will make heads turn. Flapper girls carry the ideal vintage touch through sparkly fringed dresses with detailed accessories, including headbands, jewelry, and feathers. Plus, flapper girl costumes offer a fun excuse to dress up in a mix of elegance and antique for a night out.
#3 – Animal Print
Another timeless, classic, and safe option, animal print costumes go number three on the list, because they are such an easily recognizable go-to costume. People can go all sorts of different routes with the animal print because it is versatile and easy to get creative with: for example, the trendy leopard is a fun, fierce choice that is actually been fashionable year-round – hence why some may consider the print overused, but still iconic enough to tap into again for Halloween.
#2 – “Monster High” dolls
In fact, another Halloween costume that cannot be considered outdated is the “Monster High” dolls that 2007-2010 babies used to play with. According to a poll conducted at West Chicago’s Community High School between Oct. 27-28, 59% of the 100 students surveyed actually prefer a “Monster High” doll costume.
The “Monster High” TV and play doll series offer numerous costume options to choose from, with characters ranging from the most popular, such as Draculaura, Frankie Stein, Clawdeen Wolf, to the more niche characters, such as Scarah Screams, Catty Noir, Valentine, and more.
Along with the Y2K style, “Monster High” dolls’ costumes bring back that nostalgia and allow room for creativity with makeup, hair, and fashion. This costume is so versatile because girls can go solo or make it even more fun by dressing up as “Monster High” characters with other people.
#1 – “Jersey Show” cast members
“Jersey Shore” takes the top spot for iconic Halloween costumes for girls. As one of, if not the funniest and most entertaining reality TV shows that has ever streamed, the reality series had a massive impact on pop culture, so much so that its cast is now used for Halloween costumes.
The “Jersey Shore” cast members like Snooki and JWoww brought so much spirit to the show, and as such, the costumes are perfect for people who want to play up their personality and attitude. The distinctive looks, like big hair or bold styles, are iconic enough while still being easy to recreate. This is such a distinct costume that only the people who get it will get it.
