The Best Pop Culture Halloween Costumes for 2024: From Chappell Roan to Moo Deng
by Anna Tingley · VarietyIf you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.
Costume designing in Hollywood has only gotten bigger and better in recent years, with buzzy shows such as “House of the Dragon” and “The Bear” to blockbuster films like “Dune” casting a spotlight on their characters’ clothes in a way that adds a whole new level of excitement to every shot.
And the plethora of costume-focused content that’s come out this year is a gift to people who like looking to their favorite on-screen characters for Halloween ideas.
Outside of TV and film, there’s also been no shortage of inspiring memes — from everyone’s favorite baby hippo Moo Deng, to viral breakout star Hawk Tuah Girl.
Related Stories
New Live Music Data Suggests Cautious Optimism
'Saturday Night Live' Season 50 Premiere Scores 4 Year High in Viewership
Shop the best pop-culture Halloween costumes for 2024 below:
Chappell Roan
The year’s biggest breakout star is Chappell Roan — even if it’s the last thing she wanted. Dress up as the pop star in one of her most memorable outfits, as the Statute of Liberty at Gov Ball.
Statue of Liberty Costume
Green Face Paint
Fake Cigar
Moo Deng
Aside from Roan, Moo Den was one of the biggest breakout stars of 2024 — and will likely be one of the most popular Halloween costumes.
Hippo Onesie Costume
RJK Jr’s Brain Worm
If RJK Jr. was one of the least popular presidential candidates in recent history, he might have a chance at being one of the most popular Halloween costumes this year. Honor the politician’s brain worm by pasting fake worms to a classic suit and everyone will get it. Extra points if you slash the shirt with claw marks as a nod to his…grizzly history.
Calvin Klein Suit
Fake Worms
Worm Costume
Charli XCX
“Brat summer” isn’t officially dead until everyone dresses up in slime green shirts and rave sunnies for Halloween.
Brat T-Shirt
Rave Glasses
The Dare
For a more subtle nod to Brat Summer, go with the IFYKY underground DJ The Dare — always in his uniform of suit and black shades.
Black Sunglasses
Black Suit
Hawk Tuah Girl
It’s been a while since we’ve had a wild viral video, and “hawk tuah girl” certainly delivers. Get the low-maintenance look from your own closet, or grab a blonde wig, sunglasses, and a necklace to bring the meme to life.
Pink Hawk Tuah Jumpsuit
Emily in Paris
Dress up as Paris’s least-favorite tourist before she makes her way to Rome next season.
French Woman Set
Ray-Gun
One of the many breakout stars of this year’s Summer Olympics: Raygun.
Raygun Costume
Simone Biles
If you want to be taken more seriously, you can always go as Gold champion Simone Biles.
Team USA Gymnastics Costume
Ms. Rachel
If you want to feel like an absolute icon dress up as Ms. Rachel and husband. While the husband add-on is not required, all you need to become the literal pied piper of toddlers and babies across the U.S. is a pink headband, a pink shirt and a pair of overalls. This queen of the “Songs for Littles” Youtube channel is the most important person in every parent’s life and she deserves a spot in the 2024 halls of Halloween costume fame.
Ms. Rachel Costume
Elisabeth Sparkle in ‘The Substance’
You don’t need a non FDA-approved injectable to turn into Elisabeth Sparkle this Halloween. Just grab your Jane Fonda-inspired ’80s workout outfit and blow the camera a cheeky kiss.
80s Workout Aerobics Costume
Jojo Siwa
Dressing up as Jojo Siwa’s 2024 rebrand is as easy as buying a KISS costume: her clear inspiration (even if she doesn’t know it).
KISS Paul Stanley Costume
KISS Demon Boots
Fishnet Tights
Bella Baxter in ‘Poor Things’
Baaaaa. One of Yorgos Lanthimos’s most eccentric characters Bella Baxter, expertly played by Emma Stone, is a fun one for this year.
Bella Baxter Costume
Beetlejuice
Celebrate Beetlejuice’s long-awaited revival this year with a black-and-white striped suit and green wig.
Beetlejuice Costume
Anna Delvey
New York’s most notorious scammer, played by Julia Garner in “Inventing Anna,” is finally out of prison and ready to be cosplayed — all you need is an ankle monitor-turned-accessory.
Ankle Monitor Prop
Deadpool & Wolverine
Undoubtedly there are going to be a ton of Deadpool costumes this year—so why not take a different spin on it? This punny version might have people scratching their heads at first, but will give you major cleverness points. Wear the inflatable pool around your waist and attach dead-eyed fish and other creatures to your costume.
Deadpool Costume
Wolverine Costume
Chimp Crazy
Move over, Tiger King. There’s a new animal-crazed docuseries star in town who is set to take Halloween by storm this year.
Pink Nightgown
Chimp Stuffed Animal
Five Nights at Freddy’s
Teens and adults alike were wildly unsettled by the hit mystery horror film “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” and now the night shift can start whenever you like—no tokens required.
Freddy Fazbear Costume
Dune
You don’t need CGI to transform into Paul Atriedes this Halloween.
Dune Costume
Anxiety in ‘Inside Out 2’
This one’s for the Lexapro girlies out there who felt seen by the very relatable Anxiety in “Inside Out 2.”
Anxiety Inside Out 2 Costume
Taylor Swift
There are countless outfits from Swift’s ongoing Eras Tour to choose from this Halloween: from her opening sparkle leotard to her one-legged Reputation bodysuit.
Sparkle Leotard
Reputation Bodysuit
Shake It Off Costume
Travis Kelce
Taylor and Travis are still the “it” couple of the year. And you can’t go wrong dressing up as the the Chiefs tight end with the below football uniform.
Kansas City Chiefs Costume
Sabrina Carpenter
The 5-foot tall pop star, currently on her “Short n’ Sweet” tour is sure to be one of the most popular costume this year. Plus, have a friend dress up as an alien and you have a couples costume of her iconic VMAs performance.
Heart Cut-Out Bustier Corset
Kiss Temporary Tattoo
Carmy in ‘The Bear’
A blue apron, white tee and dozens of temporary flash tats, and no one will be able to tell you and Carmy apart. Extra brownie points if you’re able to achieve his lust-worthy locks with the gel his hair stylist swears by.
Carmy Costume
Larry David in ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’
Following the final season of “Curb” this year, it’s the perfect time to dress up as Hollywood’s favorite curmudgeon. All you need is a grey, balding wig, wire frame glasses and a sprinkle of neurotic attitude and you’re set.
Balding Wig
Wire Frame Glasses
Stanley Cup
The main character of 2024 could very well be a water bottle. Celebrate the most popular beverage vessel, that has incited literal fist fights, exclusively available where it all began: Target.