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Popular movies and moments are shaping Halloween costumes this year
Halloween is almost here and if you're still looking for a costume, look no further than the group chat. From rhinestone-covered Dolly Parton tributes to Bad Bunny’s iconic Super Bowl halftime show to Punch, the baby monkey who went viral clinging to his stuffed orangutan, pretty much all of this year's trending costumes are plucked from top pop culture moments.
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Movies and TV shows have also supplied plenty of costume material, from Christopher Nolan's hit epic "The Odyssey" to horror hits like "Weapons." Even throwbacks like "IT" and "Scream" are popular picks this year.
In this article: Dolly Parton Country Singer Women's Costume, "Weapons" Aunt Gladys Short Curly Red Brown Wig with Short Bangs & Cosplay Accessories and Plus-Size Goddess Medusa Costume for Women
If you still need ideas, Spirit Halloween has an "officially unofficial" costume trend report, where the year's top pop culture moments are rounded up in one place. We also found plenty of costume options inspired by the viral moments that made the list, which you can shop below.
Pop-culture inspired Halloween costumes
Dolly Parton Country Singer Women's Costume
We all miss Dolly (24/7, not just 9-5). Pay tribute to the legend with this pink polyester jumpsuit covered in printed music note graphics, holographic dots and long white fringe. It buttons down the front and comes with a white foam belt that fastens in the back.
Benito Bowl Adult Super Bowl Grass Costume
When the Super Bowl field turned into Bad Bunny's home territory of Puerto Rico for his iconic halftime performance, one of the most viral moments came when the camera zoomed and panned over the crowd of dancers dressed as tufts of grass who made up the tall fields he wove through during the show. This costume includes a twill tunic covered in stiff raffia for a turf-like texture, plus an open-face jersey-knit hood that secures in the back.
Punch the Monkey costume: Monkey Plush Toys - 24 Inch Monkey Stuffed Animal
This oversized orangutan plush measures almost 2 feet tall. It has embroidered eyes and a stuffing-filled nose and mouth for a more realistic look, and hook-and-loop fasteners sewn into the hands and feet let it cling around your neck or arm.
Punch the Monkey costume: CreepyParty Monkey Mask
Complete your Punch the Monkey costume with this full-head monkey mask, made from natural latex with extra room around the head to make it easier to remove. The latex is used for the face details and ears, with hair around them for a realistic look.
Darkness and horror-inspired costumes
"Weapons" Aunt Gladys Short Curly Red Brown Wig with Short Bangs & Cosplay Accessories
If you want to dress as the iconic villain from "Weapons," this set has most of what you need: a short curly red-brown synthetic wig with micro-bangs, vintage-style glasses, earrings and a statement necklace. The wig is made with adjustable elastic straps for a secure fit that will stay put all night.
Rubies Men's Bloody Pennywise Deluxe Costume
This Pennywise costume is inspired by "Welcome to Derry" and includes five pieces: a bloody jumpsuit with attached collar and pom-poms, gloves, belt and plastic half mask. It comes in multiple sizes from medium to extra-large.
Men's Marvel Spider-Man Noir Costume
Instead of the usual skintight superhero suit, this Spider-Man Noir set includes a wool-blend coat, faux-leather vest and belt, elastic waist pants, a neck gaiter, stretch mask with plastic eyes and a thick felt hat with a ribbon detail — everything you need for the complete look.
Fun World 30th-Anniversary Ghost Face Adult Halloween Costume
This 30th-anniversary Ghost Face costume nails the classic character's silhouette with a black hooded robe, gloves, belt and mask (which glows in the dark for an extra-fun touch). This costume is one size and is intended to fit most adults.
Mythology-inspired Halloween costumes
Plus-Size Goddess Medusa Costume for Women
For anyone having a Greek mythology revival after watching "The Odyssey" this year, this costume set comes with everything you need for a stunning Medusa getup: a satin dress, chiffon cape, snake-shaped vinyl necklace and plastic serpent headpiece.
Disney Hercules Muses Costume Set for Women
Looking for a fun group costume? This set can be used by two or three people and includes tops, long skirts, overskirts, arm drapes, belts and headwraps, made from crinkle jersey knit and metallic gold materials to look like the muses from "Hercules."
Plus-Size Greek Warrior Costume
For a lightweight, easy-to-wear look, this costume's armor is made from polyester poplin and faux leather. It also comes with a one-shoulder white tunic with brocade ribbon edging and a brown faux leather shoulder strap, plus a matching studded belt and wrist cuffs.
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