Entertainmment news
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
Although it might seem like the best couples Halloween costumes are time-consuming endeavors, we’ve got great news: It’s never been simpler to pick up affordable, ready-made options online, no hot glue guns necessary. (You can always try out Halloween nails or spooky makeup looks if you’re itching for a project.)
We understand why you might have waved off easy costumes as boring and cookie-cutter in years past. But there are plenty of funny, nostalgic, and current combos you can order ahead of Halloween. If you’re an ’80s fan, the costumes from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Beetlejuice (the movie of the season) are just a few clicks away. Plus, we figured out how to channel The Bear for less than $20, pay homage to House of the Dragon via Amazon, and go full Challengers if you’re working through a situationship.
No matter where you’re headed this October, you’ll stand out from the crowd with these unique Halloween costumes. Now throw on a scary movie and get shopping!
The best couples’ costumes, at a glance
- Best Couples’ Costume on Amazon: Beetlejuice & Lydia Deetz
- Best Funny Couples’ Costume: Wine and Cheese
- Best Movie Couples’ Costume: Hocus Pocus
- Best Couples’ Costume for Pregnancy: Bun in the Oven
- Best Spooky Couples’ Costume: Scream
- Best Timely Couples’ Costume: Taylor Swift Eras
- Easiest Couples’ Costume: The Sims
-
Courtesy of brand
Beetlejuice & Lydia Deetz
Sure, a teenager’s forced marriage to an evil spirit isn’t exactly the happiest moment in Beetlejuice, but these costumes might just be the original movie’s most iconic. It’s like prom night got a goth makeover.
- Barbara & Adam
Now that the sequel is one of the biggest movies of the year, we’re expecting lots of Beetlejuice costumes. The film is endlessly referenced and makes for a spooky good time every October. We’re looking to the original for this one: Barbara and Adam in their scariest forms. Plus, both half-masks come at a price point that’s hard to beat.
-
Courtesy of brand
Top Gun
At this point, nearly everyone has seen Top Gun: Maverick. Whether you’re more Maverick and Charlie or Rooster and Phoenix, these instantly recognizable (and super-comfy) jumpsuits are A1 Halloween material.
- Challengers
Challengers took over in the first half of 2024, but we’re predicting this will also be a big costume for couples (and situationships and throuples) for years to come. The film is chock-full of spicy duos. Whoever you choose, be it Tashi and Patrick, Patrick and Art, or Art and Tashi, the costume is relatively easy to pull off without all the added conflict of a love triangle.
-
Courtesy of brand
Hocus Pocus
Winifred, the Sanderson sisters’ ringleader, belongs front and center at any spooky event because she, like Hocus Pocus, remains a Halloween fave. And likable zombie Billy Butcherson (a.k.a. Winifred’s ex-boyfriend) makes a perfect complement.
- Wicked
Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Whichever you identify as, these Wicked costumes have you covered. Both ensembles are especially timely, given the film adaptation is set for a November release—not to mention covered-up enough for outdoor celebrations.
-
Courtesy of brand
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
Earn major movie throwback points when you go trick-or-treating as Ferris and Sloane. Their ’fits are perfect encapsulations of ’80s style, and we wouldn’t blame you if you kept some of these pieces in your everyday rotation—and played a little hooky yourselves.
- Deadpool
Another film that was just about everywhere in 2024, Deadpool & Wolverine is catnip for comic book and film fans alike. This his-and-hers play on the Merc with a Mouth and Lady Deadpool is perfect for couples with plenty of banter.
- Taylor Swift Eras
Couldn’t get tickets to the Eras tour? Do the next best thing by dressing like your favorite T-Swift eras. Coordinate with these two Red-inspired looks or take inspiration from elsewhere in her catalog. (You could also go as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, just saying.)
- brat
Longing to extend brat summer? The lifestyle and aesthetic of Charli XCX’s album are easy to incorporate into an instantly recognizable couple’s Halloween look. Slap some neon green on, bump “360,” and call it a day. This contender also makes for a perfect last-minute look.
- Dune
We can all agree that Dune: Part Two was a cultural phenomenon. While we can’t all be the Lisan al Gaib or Chani, we can at least channel that same otherworldly energy thanks to Amazon. The costumes, consisting of a jumpsuit and hood, is relatively easy to put together, too.
- Barbie & Ken
Sure, last year was the summer of Barbiecore, but we’re still very into these costumes that are, dare we say, a little bit sexy? (Another option for Ken? His instantly iconic Kenough hoodie.)
- Fallout
Win points among video game fans with a Fallout couples’ costume. These Vault Dweller costumes capture the post-apocalyptic-meets-retrofuturism feel of both the games and the Amazon series; scuff them up a little for extra realism.
- Tequila & Lime
Cheeky and classic, this duo never fails to please—both as a costume and as a shot and chaser. This pick is sure to win you some laughs at your next Halloween bash. (Bring a real bottle of tequila for bonus points.)
- The Nightmare Before Christmas
Is it Halloween without an annual revisit to The Nightmare Before Christmas? Sure, there are more original couples’ Halloween costume ideas, but we love Jack and Sally so much that there’s no need to reinvent the wheel.
- Saltburn
Saltburn had everyone in a tizzy at the end of last year—and this is the first Halloween since it was released, meaning it’s still more than fair game. The look is easy to achieve with minimal effort, given the impact of both Oliver’s and Felix’s looks lays mostly in the accessories. (If you’ll be drinking, we suggest sipping out of a mini-bathtub.)
-
Courtesy of brand
House of the Dragon
Cheap Halloween costumes can still be fun, even if you’re channeling the high fantasy world of Game of Thrones. Pair this wig with a dress and these wings with anything green, then go party like a King’s Landing local.
-
Courtesy of brand
Bob Ross
Near-universally beloved for his calming energy and singular style, Bob Ross is a classic Halloween look that never fails, coupled or otherwise. Plus, this duo costume comes in under $30—thanks Amazon! (Extra points if someone else goes as one of Ross’ pet squirrels to match.)
- Bee & Beekeeper
Looking for couples costume ideas that are a little less obvious? Go as a bee and a beekeeper; they’re cute and playful without much fuss. Get extra with it and break out the face paint to channel your inner honeybee.
- Power Rangers
We love a nostalgic costume, and the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers certainly fits the bill. Red, yellow, blue, pink—no matter which color you choose, the costume is (sorry) super.
- Ghostbusters
Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters is nothing short of iconic, meaning you won’t have to explain what you two are wearing. The best part? With the release of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire earlier this year, the franchise has been recently invigorated in a major way, making the costume especially timely.
- Scream
Nothing screams “Halloween” more than Scream (pun intended). We’re throwing it back to the ’90s for this one, channeling the first film in the bloodcurdling franchise with a Ghostface and Casey Becker look sure to turn (or bash) heads.
-
Courtesy of brand
Mario & Luigi
It’s-a me, the perfect couple costume! Level up last year’s Halloween look by dressing as a pair of hardworking plumbers, otherwise known as Mario and Luigi.
- Princess Peach & Princess Daisy
Campy and unique, princesses Peach and Daisy make for the perfect duo look whether you’re a fan of the video game series or not. Complete with gloves and bejeweled tiaras to match, these opulent picks will have you feeling like you just stepped out of the Mushroom Kingdom.
- Chappell Roan
Does the year’s most ascendant pop star make a ton of sense as a couples’ Halloween costume? Not really. But hear us out: Why not? All of her festival looks this year have become instantly iconic, so you and your boo (or bestie) can each pick your favorite. Start with Gov Ball and Coachella, respectively.
- “Please, Please, Please”
Carpenters have the perfect excuse to channel their faves—Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan—this Halloween following the recent release of the pop star’s “Please, Please, Please” music video. Sexy and playful, these costumes give Bonnie and Clyde with a modern twist.
-
Courtesy of brand
A League of Their Own
Whether you’re nostalgic for the original A League of Their Own or a fan of Amazon’s recent remix series, now’s the time to dig up your ’90s Rockford Peaches costume out of deep storage—or pick up two new ones on Amazon.
- Kermit & Miss Piggy
One of the most famous couples in showbiz, Kermit and Miss Piggy are your answer for a playful and instantly recognizable costume. These masks carry the looks; accessories like a feather boa or an all-green ensemble will further drive home the Muppets-inspired costume.
- Frankenstein
With enough creepy, campy charm to win your party’s costume contest, horror’s greatest couple is the perfect pick if you both love breaking out the face paint every October.
- The Little Mermaid
No matter which era of The Little Mermaid you choose—1989 or 2023—you’ll be set for your next costume party as one of Disney’s most beloved couples.
- Corpse Bride
With Tim Burton riding high this Halloween, go with another of the director’s most beloved duos. Victor and Emily marry the spooky and the playful, and these renditions of their costumes are realistic enough that even casual fans of the film will be impressed. This option also gives couples a chance to get experimental with their makeup.
- Bonnie & Clyde
A love story to end all love stories,
