If you’re looking for the “wow” factor this Halloween — while still showing off your savvy style sense — try a costume inspired by pop culture. Pop-inspired Halloween costumes are super fun and (bonus!) fairly affordable to put together.
Ready to get your creative juices flowing? Try these ideas on for size. Whether you are flying solo, going with a group, or pairing up with your beloved bae, here are the best pop culture Halloween costume ideas for 2018.
Solo Halloween Costumes
Ariana Grande in “God Is a Woman”

Can’t choose between a pop star or a goddess? Then be both! To transform yourself into Ariana Grande in “God Is a Woman,” all you need is a purple leotard, and some purple and pink body paint.
Paint your lips soft purple and add a few swipes of pink on your face. Part your hair down the middle and tie it into a side braid. Slide into that purple leotard, grab an olive branch and you’re ready to go.
Fake News
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Interested in making a political statement this year? Be the fake news! Write fake on a plain white tee and use newspapers to make a skirt. Try hole-punching the corners of folded newspapers and stringing them together around a skirt you already have.
Cardi B

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There are several ways to channel Cardi B, because she is always rocking a new costume herself. One option is to wear a colorful pink-and-green headpiece inspired by Cardi’s “I Like It” video. Add red lipstick and a red dress or robe, and you’re done.
Or, be “Invasion of Privacy” Cardi with white sunglasses, a yellow wig, and black-and-white checkers. Head to the thrift shop for a cheap white blazer, then pull out the old black Sharpie to create the checkers.
Meghan Markle
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I’m pretty sure every girl wants to be Meghan Markle this year. Markle, a true style icon, is also the epitome of class — so it’s a treat to step into her shoes for a day.
Recreate Markle’s wedding day look with a long-sleeve white gown and veil. Grab a bouquet of white flowers and a large cubic zirconia ring.
Queen Elizabeth II from The Crown

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If Meghan Markle’s too modern for you, a classic choice is Queen Elizabeth II from “The Crown.” Find a white gown and pair it with a blue sash and tiara. Wear a chunky necklace and then hold your chin high.
Hope you enjoyed some of these ideas for Halloween Costumes!