Here are 9 fancy dress ideas that would be perfect (and original) for 2017…
9 Costume Ideas That Are So 2017
A Love Island Contestant
Our lives were temporarily put on hold this summer when we found ourselves glued to our TV every evening watching the blossoming romances of Kember, Jamilla and Garcel. Dig out the fake tan and relive the summer of love with a Halloween paying homage to your favourite contestant. You will need: A cut-out swimsuit, platform sandals and false eyelashes.
A Handmaid
For an easy outfit that's bound to be a conversation starter, don a red cape and go as a Handmaid this Halloween. The 1985 dystopian novel from Margaret Atwood book has had a resurgence thanks to the TV remake, and the subject matter has never felt more pertinent considering current global politics. You will need: A red cape and a white hat.
Beyoncé
Beyoncé broke the Internet (and Instagram records) when she posted the news she was pregnant with a photo of her in her underwear and a veil with a floral backdrop to rival a renaissance painting. Recreate this moment and watch the likes roll in. You will need: Underwear, sheet of netting and somehow a pregnant belly.
Belle From Beauty And The Beast
If you were looking for an excuse to don your best princess attire, this is it. The Emma Watson remake of this 1991 classic won over the hearts of Disney fans and sceptics alike, and provides costume ideas aplently. You will need: A yellow dress and a red rose.
Claire Foy As The Queen
Our royal obsession peaked this year when Netflix treated us to their high glamour costume drama detailing the lives of the royal family in the 1950s. The sartorial star of the show and our outfit inspo for Halloween is, of course, the Queen. You will need: A dazzling crown, oversized earrings and a beaded gown.
Wonder Woman
One of this year's most talked about films, Gal Gadot's portrayal of Wonder Woman was a feminist fist pump moment for us all. Always wanted to be a superhero? This is your chance. You will need: A headband, shield and arrow (corset optional).
A Supermodel At Versace
The fashion world took a collective gasp when the original supermodels joined Donatella on the catwalk at Versace's Milan SS18 show. Take your cue from Cindy, Naomi, Claudia, Helena or Carla and don a glamorous gown. You will need: A bouncy blowdry and a glittering gown.
One Of Taylor Swift’s Many Personas In Her Video ‘Look What You Made Me Do’
Looking for a genius group costume idea? This is it. Thanks to Taylor Swift's return to music and her* Look What You Made Me Do* video, you and your squad can all pick your favourite Taylor - whether that's Taylor robbing a bank, Taylor in a motorcycle gang or Taylor on a throne of snakes.You will need: One of Taylor's many outfits
Awful Denim
2017 will forever be known as the year we ruined denim. From ASOS' clear panel boyfriend jeans to Rihanna's thigh high boot creation, and most recently, the thong jeans, you have options aplenty when it comes to wearing bad denim this Halloween. You will need: A pair of jeans and scissors.
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