Sure, Halloween is spooky season, but who doesn’t love a laugh? Maybe Pennywise, Coraline and the horror movie universe aren’t really your vibe, and you’d rather harness the chaotic hilarity that is Beetlejuice. This year, crack your friends and family up with one of these 60 funny Halloween costumes for women. The list takes inspiration from classic romantic comedies like Clueless, pop culture icons like The Rock and animated characters including the Minions and SpongeBob. With laughs guaranteed, all that’s left to do is ask, “trick or treat?”.
60 Seriously Funny Halloween Costumes for Women
Including Beetlejuice and the Minions
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Published Sep 27, 2024
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1. Beetlejuice
Everyone’s favorite havoc-wreaking spirit is back, with Beetlejuice Beetlejuice pulling in nearly $330 million. Sure, he may look scary, but as soon as you say his name, it’s all laughs. (For the audience, at least.)
Shop similar styles: Beetlejuice Costume ($55; $45); Bad Color White Face Paint Stick ($6)
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2. Willy Wonka
Whether you choose to embody the bright-eyed youthful chocolatier as played by Timothée Chalamet or the more jaded version à la Johnny Depp, one thing remains the same. Oompa Loompas obligatory. “[I did this costume one year] and my daughter was a blueberry,” says PureWow Editor-in-Chief Jillian Quint. “Everybody knew who we were and it was a pretty easy costume, although it's important to know that I already owned a top hat.”
Shop similar styles: Willy Wonka Costume ($49; $44)
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3. Miss Universe
With a sash and crown, of course. If desired, you can take a page from Miss Congeniality with a pink gown and a sash that says “F.B.I.”
Shop similar styles: NBD Amira Gown ($328); Tiara ($15); Satin Sash ($9)
4. Britney Spears
We must confess...this costume will always be a classic.
Shop similar styles: Converse Chuck Taylors ($60); Skater Skirt ($23; $17); Spanx Button Down ($128)
5. Minion
For all the Despicable Me fans out there, get ready…to steal…the moon! Knowing the banana song by heart is mandatory, obviously.
Shop similar styles: Minion Costume ($15)
6. The Rock
There will never be a universe where this ensemble is not funny.
Shop similar styles: Sézane Charly Jumper ($160); Gold Plated Rope Chain ($10; $8); Fanny Pack ($20; $7)
7. Joe Exotic
The Tiger King is back, baby.
Shop similar styles: Hawaiian Shirt ($10; $9); Ray-Ban Aviators ($230); Paisley Bandana ($4)
8. S’mores
Spending your Halloween with a group of friends or family? Here’s a costume for literally everybody. You can even DIY it by using cardboard for the graham crackers, pillows for the marshmallows and brown T-shirts with the Hershey’s logo for the chocolate.
Shop similar styles: S’mores Costume ($50; $47)
9. ‘90s Boy Band Member
Backstreet Boys, 98 Degrees, Blink 182, N'Sync…so many bands, so many baggy 'fits and frosted tips to choose from.
Shop similar styles: Y2K Sunglasses ($18; $11); Frosted Tips Wig ($18)
10. Phoni Braxton
Queen Bey had us all giggling with this get-up back in 2018. And you know what, it's not a bad costume idea.
Shop similar styles: Faux Leather Motorcycle Jacket ($40); Cropped Scoop Neck Top ($15; $13); Kosas Red Lipstick ($26)
11. Napoleon Dynamite and Pedro
Because just like these two, you and your bestie are a dynamic duo.
Shop similar styles: “Vote for Pedro” T-Shirt ($20); Spanx Button Down ($128); Western Belt ($20); ‘70s Aviator Glasses ($10)
12. Cara Dune
If you just welcomed a newborn, dress them up as the irresistible, absolutely adorable Baby Yoda. (You can also force your partner to be The Mandalorian.)
Shop similar styles: Baby Yoda Costume ($30); The Mandalorian Costume ($60); Cara Dune Costume ($139)
13. The (Wo)Man in the Yellow Hat
Wrangle a buddy to be your Curious George.
Shop similar styles: Man in the Yellow Hat Costume ($65)
14. Moira Rose
Be the drama and add an over-the-top accent.
Shop similar styles: Feather Shrug Cape ($26); Pleated Midi Skirt ($35)
15. Mary Berry
As in the queen of all yummy, sweet treats.
Shop similar styles: Blonde Bob ($22); Floral Blazer ($36)
16. The Boxer from Seven
What’s in the box? What's in the boxxxx?! This is a super easy DIY by using an old shipping box, cutting a hole for your head and (maybe) adding some fake blood.
Shop similar styles: Fake Blood ($10)
17. Chanel Runway Crasher
Maybe gate crash a Halloween bash?
Shop similar styles: Norma Kamali Tweed Skirt ($140); Norma Kamali Tweed Turtleneck ($165)
18. Yoko Ono
A costume that allows you to stay in bed but also get a cool pic for the ‘Gram? Sign us up, please.
Shop similar styles: Spanx Button Down ($128); Sézane Charly Jumper ($160); Superdown Blazer Dress ($90)
19. Avocado and Hot Dog
Some of our most favorite foods, guaranteed to be crowd-pleasers.
Shop similar styles: Hot Dog Costume ($27; $25); Avocado Onesie ($36; $29)
20. Dudley and Harry Potter’s Birthday Cake
Yer a wizard! Err—a pig. You’ll need to add “Hapee Birthdae Harry” with some stickers. Alternatively, you can do as PureWow Associate Sales & Deals Editor, Destinee Scott, did, and go as the Boy Who Lived. “I just dressed up as Harry Potter a few years ago,” she says. “I finally watched the movies after being terrified as a kid, and I was obsessed. I bought glasses, a tie and a wig that was supposed to look like his hair but turned out to be really crazy.”
Shop similar styles: Pig Costume Set ($10; $8); Cupcake Costume ($24)
21. Troll
You're sure to break some necks.
Shop similar styles: Troll King Wig, Eyebrows and Mustache ($26)
22. Exterminator
And if you get your bestie to be the roach, the two of you can wipe out all the competition.
Shop similar styles: Hazmat Suit ($15); Bug Antennas and Glasses ($15)
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23. Anna Wintour
Bob? Check. Oversized sunglasses? Check. Throw on some tweed (preferably Chanel) or a midi shirt dress and you’ll perfectly channel Vogue’s ionically icy editor.
Shop similar styles: Oversized Square Sunglasses ($6); Blonde Bob ($22); Cinq à Sept Tweed Dress ($495; $371)
24. Willie Nelson
Because an acapella performance of “On the Road Again” is always better when you're high...on chocolate.
Shop similar styles: American Flag Bandana ($14); Patriotic Cowboy Boots ($109; $92); Paisley Shirt ($35; $32)
25. Marty McFly
And if you don't have a four-legged pal to play Copernicus for the day, a stuffed animal will do.
Shop similar styles: Red Puffer Vest ($43; $34); Wrangler Denim Button Down ($31; $29); Nike High Tops ($87)
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26. ‘50s Girl
Put on your poodle skirt and saddle shoes, and you’re ready to hit the soda fountain.
Shop similar styles: 1950s Costume ($120)
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27. Beavis and Butt-Head
The two biggest degenerates of the Internet will always guarantee you a good time.
Shop similar styles:Beavis and Butt-Head T-Shirt ($20)
28. Twins
Because 99.9999 percent of bestie pairings always have a height difference.
Shop similar styles: White Pantsuit ($77); Retro Sunglasses ($10)
29. Cat and Scratch Post
You’ll want to grab a friend for this cheeky costume.
Shop similar styles: Cat Onesie ($35); Small Area Rug ($26; $23)
30. DNA Test
We love a self-affirming Halloween get-up. Oh, and if you can't find a DNA costume at the store, you can totally DIY this one. You’ll need tons of rhinestones and/or sequins, two pieces of cardboard, a baton and a whole lot of cotton balls.
Shop similar styles: Music Baton ($13); Rhinestone Kit ($10)
31. Thelma and Louise
Channel the 1991 hit starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis with your best friend. Though, your evening will preferably not end with the need to flee the law. (But if it does, may your getaway car be as glorious as the Thunderbird.)
Shop similar styles: Cropped Scoop Neck Top ($15; $13); Cowboy Boots ($80; $40); Rocker T-Shirt ($17)
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32. A Mouse
...duh. This is perfect for when you don't really want to dress up.
Shop similar styles: Mouse Nose, Tail, Ears and Bowtie ($12)
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33. Vampire in Pajamas
Even Dracula has to sleep in sometimes.
Shop similar styles: Vampire Fangs ($19); Clementine Day-to-Night Silk Dress ($392; $309)
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34. Princess Fiona
You don't have to go as hard as Heidi Klum did for her annual bash in 2018, but this is an easy crowd pleaser.
Shop similar styles: Princess Fiona Dress ($40)
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35. An Olsen Twin
For the minimalists among us, your wardrobe will have exactly what you need to pull off Mary-Kate and Ashley’s signature, timeless style. Skinny jeans + oversized coat + ballet flats = good to go.
Shop similar styles: Quince Fisherman Crewneck ($100); Quince Single-Breasted Wool Coat ($180); Margaux The Demi Cap Toe Flats ($275)
36. Ross and Rachel
The one where you get chocolate wasted. This costume couldn’t be easier: Whip out the black face paint and you’ve pretty much nailed it. Don’t forget to spell out “R O S S” on your friend’s forehead, loud and clear.
Shop similar styles: Bad Color Black Face Paint Stick ($6)
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37. The Mask
Your excuse to be totally, completely unhinged for the night—and say you don’t remember anything the next day.
Shop similar styles: CC Beauty Green Face Paint Stick ($12); Yellow Suit ($55; $50)
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38. Marge Simpson
Sure, Lizzo and Emily Ratajkowski (pictured) went all out, body paint included, but all you really need to pull this one off is a tall blue wig, green mini dress and red accessories.
Shop similar styles: Blue Beehive Wig ($30); Yellow Tights ($14); Sovere Destiny Mini Dress ($199); Tony Bianco Mary Janes ($180)
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39. Wesley and Inigo Montoya
There are plenty of characters to love in The Princess Bride, but if you’re looking for something that checks the “funny Halloween costumes for women” box, don’t go as Buttercup. Instead, go for Wesley or Inigo Montoya instead.
Shop similar styles: Wesley Costume ($20; $17); Renaissance Vest ($27); Inigo Montoya’s Sword ($25)
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40. A Picasso
Now you can truly be a work of art. For best results, you’ll want to go the DIY route with crazy face paint. Try thrifting old picture frames to glue onto vinyl fabric, which you can use as a canvas for your abstract creation.
Shop similar styles: Vinyl Fabric ($10); Baroque Picture Frame ($29; $21)
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41. Marilyn Monroe in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
She said diamonds are a girl’s best friend, and she wasn’t wrong. (Plus, the musical number was iconic.)
Shop similar styles: Platinum Blonde Wig ($18; $15); NBD Amira Gown ($328); Pink Opera Gloves ($10); Crystal Necklace and Earrings ($10)
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42. Barbie
With so many outfit choices, you and your friend group could each go as a different Barbie.
Shop similar styles: Pink Power Jumpsuit ($50); Disco Cowgirl Costume ($40)
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43. Sonny and Cher
Are you and your bestie looking for funny Halloween costumes for women? This duo says, “I got you, babe.”
Shop similar styles: Dreamgirl Disco Costume ($45); ‘70s Disco Wig and Accessories ($24)
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44. ET
If you’ve ever watched E.T. the Extraterrestrial, you know that the movie is a hoot. E.T. and Elliot’s telekinetic bond wreaks havoc as the little alien discovers earth’s delights. (Notably, beer and John Wayne movies.)
Shop similar styles: E.T. Mask ($40)
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45. Sandy from Grease
With siren-red heels and a cute little crop top, fun is basically guaranteed.
Shop similar styles: Kosas Red Lipstick ($26); Dolce Vita Odela Sling Back ($120); Spanx Faux Leather Leggings ($98)
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46. Cobra Kai
There’s also the option of dressing up as the Karate Kid. Go head-to-head as you duel for the best Halloween candy in the bucket.
Shop similar styles: Johnny Costume ($34)
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47. Jackie O
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis was undisputedly one of the most fashionable first ladies, ever. All you need is a tweed dress (Tuckernuck’s is aptly called the Jackie Dress), and add a pillbox hat if you really want to get into it.
Shop similar styles: Tuckernuck Jackie Dress ($268)
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48. Jack Skellington and Sally
Yeah, it’s a Halloween movie…but the whole plot is a Christmas heist! Despite all the monsters and the macabre, The Nightmare Before Christmas always produces a few laughs, and next to Gomez and Morticia, you can’t get a more iconic couple.
Shop similar styles: Jack Skellington Costume for Women ($40; $28); Sally Costume ($50)
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49. Fortune Teller
Admit it, we all ran to the fortune teller booth in the arcade when we were kids. Now, the tables have turned. Get your crystal ball ready.
Shop similar styles: Fortune Teller Booth Costume ($40)
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50. Holly Golightly
Despite other questionable life choices, you have to admit Holly Golightly was a hoot. Who else takes their croissant to Tiffany’s and eats in a ball gown and opera gloves?
Shop similar styles: Lulus Halter Maxi Dress ($88); Satin Opera Gloves ($7); Pearl Necklace ($15); Prop Cigarette Holder ($6)
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51. Hannah Montana
The best part? You have an excuse to do a whole costume change by playing Miley and Hannah.
Shop similar styles: Blonde Wig with Bangs ($22); Pink Sequin Tassle Skirt ($15); Headset Prop ($9); Go-Go Boots ($27)
52. Sadness from Inside Out
You won’t dampen the mood as long as you carry around your little “Yay!” flag.
Shop similar styles: Sézane Maurice Jumper ($190); Sézane Greg Trousers ($175)
53. Emma
Of course, Autumn de Wilde’s adaptation demands some bright and bold colors.
Shop similar styles: Regency Tea Gown ($36)
54. Suzy Bishop from Moonrise Kingdom
Lace up your Sunday School shoes, pack your cat and get ready for an adventure.
Shop similar styles: Modcloth Couture Curtsy Dress ($99); Eastland Sadie Oxford ($90; $80)
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55. Rachel and Monica from Friends
Best part? You get to sit on the couch all night.
Shop similar styles: Needle & Thread Hattie Gown ($809); Rag & Bone Maxine Button Down ($75)
56. Dolores Umbridge
She gave Dumbledore’s Army hell, but that made her sacking all the sweeter. And who wouldn’t laugh at her ridiculous rosy, pink tweed getup?
Shop similar styles: Mango A-Line Tweed Dress ($130); Dolores Umbridge Hat and Cat Pin ($30)
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57. Dionne Davenport from Clueless
You could be Cher Horowitz, but you’ll have more fun as Dionne—all the fun, and not even half the trouble Cher cooks up for herself.
Shop similar styles: Sézane Barry Cardigan ($120); Favorite Daughter Houndstooth Skirt ($198); Annie Bing Quinn Blazer ($550)
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58. Austin Powers Fembot
Sleek and sexy—but you’ll want to leave the guns and aphrodisiac gas at home. (Maybe stock up on some no-bake Halloween treats instead?)
Shop similar styles: Blonde Bouffant Wig ($23); Pink Satin Dress ($46; $33)
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59. SpongeBob SquarePants
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Now, you do. Keep your friends laughing all night with your antics: Terrorizing your neighbors, walking your pet snail and flipping burgers at the Krusty Krab.
Shop similar styles: SpongeBob Costume ($50)
60. Anxiety from Inside Out 2
For all you suitcase hoarders, now’s your chance to take them *all* out of the closet. Where else would you hide your worries? Fountain ponytail mandatory.
Shop similar styles: Sézane Greg Trousers ($180); Free People Oversized Crewneck ($98)
