The best Halloween costumes don’t always require a ton of effort—sometimes it’s just a matter of choosing a clever, zeitgeist-worthy concept and executing on it. There’s nothing like the rush you get when someone sees your Halloween costume and says “I wish I’d thought of that!” With spooky season less than two weeks away, you’re probably looking online for unique and somewhat recognizable pop culture references to base your looks on. But there’s been so much going on this year alone that it’s tempting to respond with vampire teeth.
Luckily, I have an anachronistic mean screen time and a collection of brain-dead costume ideas (some timeless, some 2024) to show for. Whether you’re riding alone, in a group, or looking for the perfect couples outfit, we’ve got you covered. Enjoy and get ready to be the star in all your friends’ Halloween photo dumps.
