It's safe to say that 2019 has had its fair share of ups and downs, but this Halloween [1] was so good, you have to see it to believe it. With a wild range of costumes including everything from Game of Thrones-White Claw mashups to VSCO girl outfits [2], the costumers of 2019 stepped up to the plate and brought their absolute A-game. We've crowned our favourite costumes of this year's Halloween [3] season, and they are truly a punny [4], elaborate, and spookily sexy delight.
Complete with the hottest celebrity costumes [5], funniest pet outfits, and even some major dad joke references, keep reading to see the award-winning costumes of 2019 [6] ahead.
Lara Kraft
This girl took the iconic Tomb Raider character to a cheesy new level. We're here for the pun!
Gabrielle Union and Daughter Kaavia as Clovers Cheerleaders
Gabrielle Union and her daughter Kaavia dressed up as the Bring It On cheerleaders [8], a throwback to Union's role in the 2000 film. Think you can beat that? Bring it!
Arielle Vandenberg as Justin Bieber
OMG, Arielle Vandenberg dressed up as Justin Bieber from his wedding day [9], and it's seriously accurate. She had the look down right to the arm tats.
Demi Lovato as Pennywise
The singer added a sexy touch to the creepy clown costume, complete with red eyes and a ruffled neck accessory.
Tired Mom
This woman's "tired mom" costume [10] includes nods to Target runs, venti coffee orders, spit up, and needy toddlers. On point, if you ask us.
Ashley Graham as Jessica Rabbit
Ashley Graham wore a red-hot latex dress [11] and a cherry-coloured wig to transform into the most sizzling version of the cartoon character Halloween [12] has yet to see. Even Jessica Rabbit herself would be proud.
Fleabag and The Priest
Cigarette, bible, beers, and all, these two took the Fleabag couples costume right back to London and back. Now let's just see if they'll stay out of trouble . . .
Ciara and Russell Wilson as Beyoncé and JAY-Z
With extreme attention to detail, Ciara and Russell Wilson dressed up as Beyoncé and JAY-Z from The Carters' epic 2018 music video for "Apes**t" [13], and let's just say, we are crazy in love with this costume.
Nick Viall as The Bachelor's Peter Weber
Bachelor Nation went wild after the Bachelor [14] heartthrob Nick Viall dressed up as the newest Bachelor Peter Weber or "Pilot Pete." We wonder who he gave that rose to . . .
Jameela Jamil as Billie Eilish
The Good Place star dressed up as the "Bad Guy" singer, and being bad never looked so good.
Missy Elliott as Her 1997 Album Cover
Put your hands together, because Missy Elliott may have just pulled off the coolest Halloween [15] costume. The singer re-created her 1997 Supa Dupa Fly album cover, and that's what we call an epic #tbt.
Chia Pet
This cat dressed up as a ch-ch-ch-chia pet for Halloween [16], and he deserves all the Whisker Lickin's out there. Just look how happy he is!
Camila Mendes as Rick Sanchez
The Riverdale [17] star dressed up as the hottest version of Rick Sanchez from Rick and Morty that we've ever seen. Take us to the lab!
Stormie Dressed as Kylie at the Met Gala
Stormie took after her mom this Halloween [18] when she re-created the iconic lavender Met Gala outfit. Complete with feathers and a wig, she did camp right.
Kate Beckinsale and Jonathan Voluck as Audrey Hepburn and Elton John
We are seriously seeing STARS. Just look at Audrey Hepburn and Elton John, er Kate Beckinsale [19] and Jonathan Voluck! Spot. On.
Alien Abduction
This dad completed his alien abduction costume with an award-winning performance. His dad jokes are outta this world.
Mary Louise Wright From Big Little Lies
This group dressed up as the Big Little Lies characters, but the guy dressed as Meryl Streep [20]'s Mary Louise Wright really took centre stage. (Notice the pins on the jacket!)
Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake as *NSYNC and a Microphone
Jessica Biel dressed up as Justin Timberlake [21], and Justin Timberlake [22] dressed up as a microphone. You could say 2019 is going well.
"Baberaham" Lincoln
Putting a sexy spin on the 16th President of the United States? Sure, why not?
Abby Champion and Patrick Schwarzenegger as a Fembot and Austin Powers
Austin Powers costumes are equal parts hilarious and sexy, and Abby Champion and Patrick Schwarzenegger look just as shagadelic as the movie characters themselves.
Us
The Black-ish cast dressed up as the Tethered from Us [23], and wow, we are absolutely spooked. The resemblance is uncanny.
EJ Johnson as Paris Hilton
We all knew Paris Hilton [24] had killer style, but EJ Johnson just gave us the reminder we needed. And for that, we say thank you.
Ben Stiller Halloween Costumes
This group of friends dressed up as different versions of Ben Stiller for Halloween [25] and their costumes are seriously accurate.
Vanessa Morgan as Maleficent
Vanessa Morgan blessed our Instagram feed with a truly sizzling Maleficent costume, and wow, is it hot in here? Complete with devilishly glamorous makeup, we can't get enough.
Beyoncé at Coachella
Beyoncé's performance at Coachella [26] may have been in 2018, but her outfit was forever. This guy nailed her look, and even had his pooch be part of the Beyhive.
Costco Employee
Teddy the pup dressed up as a Costco employee, so it looks like we'll be going back for seconds. Did you see what snacks he was sampling? Too cute!
Barbie
This blogger's Barbie makeup technique makes her look plastic. You know what they say, "life in plastic, it's fantastic!"
Paris Hilton as She-Ra
Over-the-top in the best way possible, Paris Hilton [27] wore heart-shaped sunglasses and a flowy cape with her She-Ra ensemble inspired by the '80s series.
HAIM as Hanson
Pop band HAIM dressed up as pop band Hanson, and let's just the say we want front row tickets.
Demi Lovato as Marie Antoinette
Demi Lovato [28] knows how to put a sexy spin on anything, and her version of Marie Antoinette [29] is nothing short of tantalizing. With a pearl necklace and studded eye makeup, we are bowing down to the queen.
Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn as Scooby-Doo and Shaggy
Paris Jackson and Gabriel Glenn looked mysteriously good as the Scooby-Doo pair, if we do say so ourselves.
Kelly Osbourne as a Clown
Killer clowns normally aren't our thing, that is, unless it's Kelly Osbourne dressed as one.
Kiernan Shipka and Luke Cook as Sabrina and Lucifer
The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina costars swapped roles this Halloween [30] when they dressed up as each other. Kiernan dressed up as Lucifer and Luke dressed up as Sabrina. Oh, how the tables have turned.
Candice Patton as Cruella de Vil
Candice Patton just turned up the heat on the Disney villain, and it's safe to say that Cruella de Vil has never looked so sinfully stylish.
Evan Peters and Halsey as Sonny Bono and Cher
The new couple [31] dressed up as Sonny Bono and Cher, so yeah, they win the cutest couple award.
One Night Stand
This dad put a punny twist on the term "one night stand" with this Halloween [32] costume. Complete with a pack of condoms and a Bud Light, he'll be taking the cake for most creative.
Nina Dobrev as Billie Eilish
Complete with Louis Vuitton accessories, bright green roots, and black makeup, actress Nina Dobrev fashioned herself after singer Billie Eilish [33] this Halloween [34].
Laverne Cox as a Masked Warrior
Laverne Cox is basically proving true the fact that less is more. In a black leotard and black eye mask, this look is straight to the sexy point.
Molly Sims as Jeannie From I Dream of Jeannie
All Molly Sims does is think, blink, and look just like Jeannie herself. Make a wish!
Jasmine Tookes as the Pink Power Ranger
Jasmine Tookes looked oh-so-good as the Pink Power Ranger, and we love that she wore little white sneakers. This is the definition of being cute and comfortable.
Lele Pons as Maleficent
If your jaw just dropped to the floor, it's OK because ours did, too. It's just that Lele Pons made Maleficent look absolutely magnificent.
Jon Snow and His "Longclaw"
This guy combined his love of Game of Thrones with his love for hard seltzers, and well, here you have it.
Michael Angarano and Maya Erskine as John Lennon and Yoko Ono
Michael Angarano and Maya Erskine set the scene when it came to their John Lennon and Yoko Ono couples costume. With posters and a guitar, this look is totally groovy.
Amber Valletta as Twiggy
Amber Valletta went with a simply stylish take on the mod icon.
Avril Lavigne as Madonna
Singer Avril Lavigne [35] channelled Madonna [36]'s iconic '80s look, and we couldn't be more on board. We don't have to justify our love, just look at her hair!
Jhené Aiko as Ash Ketchum
Singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko [37] wore a DIY [38] Ash Ketchum costume complete with a little Pikachu on her shoulder. Gotta catch 'em all!
Lizzo as Skittles
We don't deserve Lizzo [39], and we especially don't deserve her hot Halloween [40] costume. We can practically taste the rainbow.
Lisa Rinna as Jennifer Lopez
After Jennifer Lopez made headlines in yet another iconic green dress [41], it was only appropriate that someone dressed up as her in her first green gown this Halloween [42]. Lisa Rinna stepped up to the plate and brought the dress back to life.
