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60 Halloween Costume Ideas Inspired by 2018's Biggest Movies and TV Shows

Pop Culture Costume Ideas 2018

60 Halloween Costume Ideas Inspired by 2018's Biggest Movies and TV Shows

The Dynamos from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
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If you're in need of a pop culture-inspired Halloween costume, you've come to the right place. We have literally hundreds of options for you to choose from here at POPSUGAR, and while classic movies and TV shows make for winning ideas, why not go with something from one of this year's biggest pop culture moments? From hit films like Avengers: Infinity War and Black Panther, to TV's most recognisable faces (Westworld, we're looking at you), scroll through them all ahead.

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1 Lara Croft From Tomb Raider

Lara Croft From Tomb Raider
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  • What to wear: Pull your dark hair back in a ponytail, and then put on a white vest top, khaki cargo pants, a brown utility belt, and dark boots. Wrap your hands in light cloth and sling some arrows over your back so people know you're not messing around.
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2 The Fish Nuns From Star Wars: The Last Jedi

The Fish Nuns From Star Wars: The Last Jedi
  • What to wear: Baggy white, long-sleeved dresses that are belted with a brown rope, along with a white cloth to drape over your head. Wear a necklace with a wooden charm on it, and carry around a broom (or a Porg stuffed animal!).
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3 Queen Elizabeth II From The Crown

Queen Elizabeth II From The Crown
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: A white gown with matching white gloves, a blue sash, and a tiara, of course. Your jewels should blind all the commoners.
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4 Jughead From Riverdale

Jughead From Riverdale
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  • What to wear: A dark t-shirt, an unbuttoned checked shirt in darker tones, jeans, black boots, and a grey hat (that looks like a crown, preferably). If you're feeling creative, you can also wear a leather jacket with a snake stitched on the back.
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5 Inmates From Orange Is the New Black

Inmates From Orange Is the New Black
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: Regardless of which beloved character on the Netflix hit you decide to be, you'll probably need the same basic few things — a white t-shirt under an orange or khaki jumpsuit and plain slip-on shoes. Stick a name tag on your shirt if you want people to know which Litchfield inmate you are in particular, and make sure to add personal touches (Red = a white bandana around her bald spot, Taystee = always reading books, Alex = thick glasses).
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6 Maeve From Westworld

Maeve From Westworld
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  • What to wear: A reddish-purple corset with a white blouse underneath, layered under a black velvet jacket. Pair it with black trousers, a metallic bag to stand in for her pistol, and then put your hair in a half-up, half-down style.
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7 Offred From The Handmaid's Tale

Offred From The Handmaid's Tale
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  • What to wear: A red hooded cape and dress, brown boots, and a large white headpiece that covers your face.
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8 Cheryl From Riverdale

Cheryl From Riverdale
  • What to wear: A tight, black, off-the-shoulder crop top and choker, with a short tartan skirt and bright red lipstick. Finish it off with a long red wig if your hair isn't Cheryl's colour already!
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9 Ruth aka Zoya the Destroya From GLOW

Ruth aka Zoya the Destroya From GLOW
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: A metallic red, one-sleeved leotard with a black belt that has a gold star on the clasp. Tease your hair as high as it can go into a mohawk, of sorts, and wear dark lipstick and makeup.
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10 Okoye From Black Panther

Okoye From Black Panther
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  • What to wear: Other than rocking a badass attitude, the easiest way to be Okoye for Halloween is wearing a red dress with sparkly details on the bodice, gold wrist cuffs, and carrying around a silver spear.
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11 Domino From Deadpool 2

Domino From Deadpool 2
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  • What to wear: Domino is all about the leather, baby. A black leather vest that's mesh in the front can be tucked into tight black leather trousers that have holsters on either side. She also rocks some elbow-length leather fingerless gloves in a dark brown colour, and has a distinct white marking on her left eye. Hopefully you're feeling lucky!
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12 Anastasia From Fifty Shades Freed

Anastasia From Fifty Shades Freed
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  • What to wear: Anastasia has plenty of looks throughout the movie, from a yellow bikini to a flirty silver minidress. She also wears this white and black, work-appropriate ensemble to work. What's a constant in all of her attire is her brown wavy hair with a fringe — if you have those, people will be way more likely to realise who you are.
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13 Claire From Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Claire From Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
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  • What to wear: A green v-neck t-shirt under a green jacket, paired with brown trousers and knee-high brown boots. Don't forget the fringe and a little dinosaur toy!
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14 Captain America From Avengers: Infinity War

Captain America From Avengers: Infinity War
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  • What to wear: If you don't want to shell out for Captain America's actual costume, rock a navy blue sweatshirt with a star on the front, outfitted with shoulder straps. Pair with navy blue pants, dark boots, and a wildly attractive beard.
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15 Finn From Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Finn From Star Wars: The Last Jedi
  • What to wear: Dark trousers with a loose-fitting tan shirt, under a brown leather jacket that has the red stripe detail that Finn's does. Add a blaster holster on your waist, and you'll be golden.
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16 T'Challa From Black Panther

T'Challa From Black Panther
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  • What to wear: There are some adult-sized Black Panther costumes floating around, but you can also DIY by wearing a long sleeved black shirt and black pants, and adding the silver designs around the neckline and forearms yourself.
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17 Tahani From The Good Place

Tahani From The Good Place
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  • What to wear: Make sure your long hair has the perfect amount of curl and cascades down your shoulders, and then wear a pearl necklace with a fancy floral dress in brocade or silk with pastel heels.
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18 Kai From American Horror Story: Cult

Kai From American Horror Story: Cult
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  • What to wear: A yellow and white printed sweater with jeans, and a greasy blue wig. (Orange Cheeto face optional.)
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19 Killers From The First Purge

Killers From The First Purge
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  • What to wear: This costume is fairly easy to put together! You can wear normal street clothes, which you just want to pair with a freaky mask that's smeared in glow-in-the-dark paint.
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20 Elastigirl From Incredibles 2

Elastigirl From Incredibles 2
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  • What to wear: Rock a red bodysuit under some high-waisted black briefs and knee-high black boots. Then add the Incredibles logo on your chest, a black eye mask, and a brown bob wig.
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21 Owen From Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Owen From Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
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  • What to wear: A dark, long-sleeved henley under a cargo gilet, with jeans, boots, and a whistle around your neck. You're going to need to bring a little raptor buddy along, too.
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22 Betty From Riverdale

Betty From Riverdale
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  • What to wear: A tight jumper with a white collared shirt underneath and jeans. Pull your hair back into a perky little pony and plaster a smile on your face. Bonus: you could be "Snake Dance Betty" and rock black, lacy lingerie underneath a baby blue button-down shirt and light pink skirt.
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23 Paddington Bear From Paddington 2

Paddington Bear From Paddington 2
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  • What to wear: A red bucket hat and a blue toggle coat, with a brown suitcase as your accessory. You can also wear Paddington's prison attire, which is a light and dark pink striped jumpsuit and matching hat!
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24 Josie From Riverdale

Josie From Riverdale
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  • What to wear: Go full kitty rockstar with a leopard-print bodysuit, tail, and cat ears. You also obviously need a mic to belt it out.
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25 Rey From Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Rey From Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: A grey cloak on top of a dark vest, which can be layered under a drapey grey cloth that you cinch with a wide brown leather belt. Finish the look with grey capris, a light saber, and calf-length grey boots. Don't forget her multiple-bun hairstyle!
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26 Black Widow from Avengers: Infinity War

Black Widow from Avengers: Infinity War
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  • What to wear: You're gonna need black cargo pants with knee pads, as well as a black jacket that zips up the middle and has belt details all along the front. Top it off with a short blonde wig, since Black Widow is no longer a redhead.
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27 General Hux from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

General Hux from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: All black — trousers, top, boots, floor-length coat. And then slick your red hair back from your face.
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28 Steve Harrington From Stranger Things

Steve Harrington From Stranger Things
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: Rock some light, '80s-inspired jeans with a grey windbreaker and yellow gloves. Make sure you swoosh your hair up with plenty of hairspray the way Steve likes it, and throw a baseball bat (nails or no nails) in your backpack.
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29 Eleven From Stranger Things

Eleven From Stranger Things
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: There are a few versions of Eleven you could be (Government Prisoner Elle, Hamburger-Eating Elle, Eggo-stealing Elle, etc.), but let's stick with the newest. If you're not planning on shaving your head or cutting your hair anytime soon (pause and think about how much time it'll save you in the morning before deciding), slick whatever hair you already have back in an '80s punk style. Then, smear on the black eye makeup and rock a black t-shirt, black blazer (with the sleeves rolled up), and ripped black jeans with boots. As a bonus, dribble some fake blood out of your nose and carry around an empty box of Eggo waffles.
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30 Veronica From Riverdale

Veronica From Riverdale
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  • What to wear: Think updated Blair Waldorf. A tailored but flirty dress (i.e., plenty short), plus a string of pearls and heels.
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31 Vice Admiral Holdo from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Vice Admiral Holdo from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: A curly purple wig paired with a mauve, high-necked dress. Add some shiny bangles to each wrist.
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32 Christian from Fifty Shades Freed

Christian from Fifty Shades Freed
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  • What to wear: Welp, this one is fairly easy. All you need are baggy ripped jeans and a red blindfold!
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33 Eleanor from The Good Place

Eleanor from The Good Place
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  • What to wear: A short blonde wig with a checked shirt and jeans, as well as a halo headband OR devil horns.
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34 Morgan from The Spy Who Dumped Me

Morgan from The Spy Who Dumped Me
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  • What to wear: A black bra under a white vest, black trousers, black suspenders, and blonde curls. Make sure you have a Vienna guidebook handy.
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35 Dustin From Stranger Things

Dustin From Stranger Things
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: Dustin's red, white, and blue baseball hat shouldn't be hard to mimic if you buy a plain white hat and some red and blue paint. Once that's done, pick up a curly brown wig, an old-school graphic t-shirt, some brown cords, a zip-up sweatshirt, and a backpack. Also consider getting something to make it look like you're missing your front teeth.
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36 Nakia from Black Panther

Nakia from Black Panther
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  • What to wear: Nakia is always in shades of green, so go with an olive-toned dress that has a high neck, cut-outs, and long sleeves. Also bring along a gold clutch full of secret spy trinkets from Wakanda.
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37 Sophie from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

Sophie from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
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  • What to wear: A wavy blonde wig with a colourful poncho and blue jeans.
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38 Rose from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Rose from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: Once you've got your fringe and flippy chunks of hair in order, put on a brown flight suit cinched at the middle with a silver belt. Wear a brown scarf on top, and brown boots on the bottom.
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39 Mantis From Avengers: Infinity War

Mantis From Avengers: Infinity War
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  • What to wear: A pair of flesh-coloured antennae on your head, a black wig, and a metallic green minidress.
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40 Thanos from Avengers: Infinity War

Thanos from Avengers: Infinity War
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  • What to wear: You kind of have to paint yourself purple for this one, right? And wear a bald cap? Once that's done, wear a blue and gold vest with brown pants, a big gold belt, and the infinity guantlet, which is going to be a very fun DIY project.
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41 Dolores From Westworld

Dolores From Westworld
Image Source: HBO
  • What to wear: A white lacy top under a silky white corset, paired with a long, blue Western-style skirt. Belt it with a brown leather belt, pull your hair up halfway, and then sling a bandolier over your shoulder.
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42 Barry from Barry

Barry from Barry
Image Source: HBO
  • What to wear: A grey t-shirt under a darker grey henley, with navy blue cargo pants and black leather gloves. We don't suggest bringing Barry's preferred weapon to any Halloween parties, though.
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43 Detroit from Sorry to Bother You

Detroit from Sorry to Bother You
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  • What to wear: Once you've found funky trousers, a colourful button-up or graphic tee (bonus points if it says "The Future is Female Ejaculation"), and a printed blazer, you need to make sure your hair is of the orange/pink variety. And, of course, procure some statement earrings with extremely chill phrases like "KILL, KILL, KILL" and "MURDER, MURDER, MURDER."
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44 Shuri from Avengers: Infinity War

Shuri from Avengers: Infinity War
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  • What to wear: Put your hair up in Shuri's signature side buns, and then rock a translucent orange windbreaker on top of a black tank top and black jeans with silver stripes. Pair with chunky black boots and silver nail polish, as well as your most futuristic tablet.
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45 The Man in Black from Westworld

The Man in Black from Westworld
Image Source: HBO
  • What to wear: Like his name suggests, all black attire for this one — black cowboy hat, coat, trousers, boots, and leather gloves. You can wear a dark grey vest and neck scarf t mix things up a little.
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46 Audrey from The Spy Who Dumped Me

Audrey from The Spy Who Dumped Me
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  • What to wear: A short dark wig with a Hawaiian shirt, khakis, and white sneakers. Carry around a trophy for effect!
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47 Young Donna from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

Young Donna from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
  • What to wear: Think floaty floral tops and sundresses, denim dungarees, and a butterfly necklace. Don't forget to make your hair look fresh from the beach!
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48 Deadpool from Deadpool 2

Deadpool from Deadpool 2
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49 Fred Rogers from Won't You Be My Neighbour?

Fred Rogers from Won't You Be My Neighbour?
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  • What to wear: Aw, Mr. Rogers. Wear a light button-down shirt and a colourful cardigan, dark pants, sneakers, and have a sock puppet on one of your hands.
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50 Debbie AKA Liberty Belle From GLOW

Debbie AKA Liberty Belle From GLOW
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear: A white metallic leotard with red and blue glittery stars on the front, with some seriously teased blonde curls.
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51 Po from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Po from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: An orange flight suit under a white puffy vest, paired with short brown curls and a cocky attitude.
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52 Archie From Riverdale

Archie From Riverdale
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  • What to wear: A t-shirt, jeans, Converse, and a red wig. Don't forget your letterman jacket or cardigan, and a guitar.
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53 Luke from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Luke from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
  • What to wear: A white turtleneck and tan coloured trousers under a tan robe, belted with a dark brown leather belt. Wear another, darker brown jacket over top of that, a metallic glove on one hand, and don a messy brown wig to complete the look.
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54 Cable from Deadpool 2

Cable from Deadpool 2
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  • What to wear: You can spray paint your hair silver and slick it back, and then work some magic with makeup to give your eye a fake scar. Once that's done, wear a maroon t-shirt under a dark green cloak, dark blue cargo pants, big black boots, and a metallic sleeve to give the impression that you have a bionic arm.
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55 Art3mis / Samantha from Ready Player One

Art3mis / Samantha from Ready Player One
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  • What to wear: You're going to need a bodysuit in a dark colour to be Art3mis, which you can then stripe with bright yellow and blue the way hers is. Then, wear a short, spiky pink wig and pink/red makeup to finish things off.
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56 Villanelle from Killing Eve  

Villanelle from Killing Eve  
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  • What to wear: Villanelle's wardrobe is incredible from start to finish, but we recommend wearing an over-the-top girly, pink dress with masculine black combat boots. Slick your hair back in a bun, pop the champagne, and whip up a batch of your best poison.
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57 The Fab 5 from Queer Eye

The Fab 5 from Queer Eye
Image Source: Netflix
  • What to wear for Bobby: Bobby is a fan of short-sleeved shirts that have the sleeves rolled a little bit, and are in a fun print. You can wear it with dark skinny jeans, and add in a utility belt to make it clear you're ready to build someone a house from scratch.
  • What to wear for Karamo: Karamo pulls off white jeans like no other. Once you've got a great pair on hand, wear a denim shirt underneath a bomber jacket.
  • What to wear for Tan: Tan is the fashion guru of the bunch, so you need to be looking on point. Wear a printed button down shirt french-tucked into a pair of tastefully ripped skinny jeans, and pair with Stan Smith Adidas sneakers or boots.
  • What to wear for Antoni: A graphic t-shirt of some kind, with dark jeans, joggers, or even a pair of tan shorts. Antoni is also partial to cool trainers. Maybe rock an apron to give your look an extra oomph.
  • What to wear for Jonathan: Pull your long hair into a half-up, half-down style, and then you have a few options; casual Jonathan usually goes for t-shirts and skinny jeans with flip-flops, while his more fashionable looks are definitely daring. Don't be afraid of a kilt paired with a tight black t-shirt, or even a pair of sock booties.
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58 Kylo Ren from Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Kylo Ren from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
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  • What to wear: A high-necked black jacket with a wide, black leather belt is a must for Kylo. You're also going to need some tight (high-waisted) black trousers and high black boots, as well as his signature red light saber and greasy black hair (sorry, Kylo).
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59 The Belchers from Bob's Burgers

The Belchers from Bob's Burgers
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  • What to wear for Louise: A green t-shirt dress, black Mary Jane shoes, and her signature pink bunny-eared hat.
  • What to wear for Linda: A red, long-sleeve shirt with a pair of blue jeans, and some red glasses. Don't forget a black wig with your ends curled out!
  • What to wear for Tina: A light blue t-shirt over a denim skirt, knee socks and black sneakers, and a pair of thick-rimmed glasses. You'll also need a black wig for this one, as well as a yellow hair clip.
  • What to wear for Gene: A yellow t-shirt with blue shorts, a black wig, white socks, and red sneakers. Carry around a keyboard.
  • What to wear for Bob: Once you've got a mustache, pair a white, grease-stained t-shirt with grey pants, black shoes, and a white apron.
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60 The Dynamos from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

The Dynamos from Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
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  • What to wear: Blue flare jeans with ruffles on the bottom, paired with denim waistcoats, colourful sashes at the waist, and microphones to belt out ABBA's greatest hits.
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