Halloween Costumes That Will Only Make Sense In 2023

These are guaranteed to go down a treat.

Sarah Jessica Parker And Just Like That Halloween costumes

by Caitlin Casey |
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With the UK forecasted to spend over £777 million on Halloween in 2023, it's no surprise that retailers have already started rolling out the big guns for pumpkins, decorations and most importantly, Halloween costumes. There are only so many years in a row that you can go as a witch or a 'spooky' cat (if that's what you want to call it). If you're getting ready to party the frightening Halloween weekend away, you'll want something fresh and unique.

Before you start scrambling to get your Halloween outfit, we've pulled together some of the best pop culture Halloween costumes that are chic, trendy and downright hilarious. From Ken to Posh 'n' Becks, this will surely be one to remember.

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The Most Popular Halloween Costumes 2023

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Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian's Met Gala gown was basically constructed from string upon string of pearls - quite a look for Halloween 2023.

Get the look:
Claire's Accessories Pearl Long Necklace
John Lewis Diamante Alternating Collar Necklace
Mango Long Cape With Tie Zip

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A Beyoncé Ticket-Holder

For her birthday month, Beyoncé asked ticket holders to wear their most 'fabulous silver fashions' so that together they could create a 'shimmering human disco ball each night'. Famous fans - including Vice President Kamala Harris, Meghan Markle, Kerry Washington, Zendaya and Kim Kardashian - duly obliged, making metallic 'fits an obvious choice for Halloween.

Sequin Souls Black Leather Rhinestone Fringe Cowboy Hat
Karen Millen Disc Chain Halter Mini Dress
Leather Kitten Heel Knee-High Boots

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CREDIT: @oliviawilde

Ken

The theme tune to this year's Halloween? 'I'm just Ken!'

Spirit Halloween Barbie The Movie Adult Skating Ken Costume

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CREDIT: HBO

Carrie Bradshaw's 'Bomb Cyclone' Coat

Carrie's outerwear game was seriously strong in this season of _And Just Like That..._This puffer coat could be the ideal costume for Halloween, plus that's your winter wardrobe sorted. You definitely won't get cold trick or treating...

Superdry XPD Sports Longline Puffer Coat
Oliver Bonas Flecked Grey & Blue Pom Knitted Beanie Hat

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The Beckhams

The Beckham documentary has got us hooked (or should that be rehooked?) on what football's most famous couple wore in the late '90s, featuring this truly iconic double leather look.

Iets Frans Jessy Faux-Leather Cropped Motocross Jacket
Abercrombie & Fitch Vegan Leather '90s Straight Pant

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