Halloween is right around the corner, and celebrities are already in full costume mode. From throwback music icons to standout movie characters and viral TikTok creators, this year’s early looks are packed with clever references and polished execution. Here’s a roundup of the best celebrity Halloween costumes unveiled so far.
Pop Culture Homages Dominate This Year’s Celebrity Costumes
Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and North West kicked off the Halloween fun with a three-generation tribute to TikTok culture. In a series of videos posted to Kim and North’s joint TikTok account on October 24, the trio dressed as some of 12-year-old North’s favorite creators: Jay Guapõ, Pink Cardigan, and Chrissy G. It’s a savvy, platform-first costume choice that nods to North’s own social media tastes while giving the Kar-Jenner clan a fresh twist on the family costume tradition.
Their ensemble leans into the power of virality and recognizes how internet personalities have become mainstream Halloween inspiration. It’s also a reminder that some of the most effective costumes are character studies—down to the styling, attitude, and short-form skits designed for quick-hit platforms.
Chlöe Bailey also went the pop culture route with a music homage, transforming into Beyoncé’s Foxxy Cleopatra from 2002’s Austin Powers in Goldmember. Bailey punctuated the look with the line, “I’m Foxy Cleopatra and I’m a whole lotta woman!!! #happyhalloween,” capturing the character’s bold flair and underlining the costume’s Y2K appeal.
Paris Hilton’s Double Tribute: Britney Spears & Toy Story Family
Paris Hilton scored one of the week’s most talked-about recreations by channeling Britney Spears’ Toxic era. Serving the sleek, icy flight attendant aesthetic, Hilton lip-synced to the hit and captioned her posts, “Oops, I did it again Starting off #Halloweek by honoring my Queen @BritneySpears #ThatsHot #IconsOnly.” The tribute struck a chord with fans and fellow celebrities, who praised both the execution and the affectionate nod to one of pop music’s most iconic visuals.
Hilton didn’t stop at one costume. She switched gears for a family theme inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story. Hilton suited up as Little Bo Peep, while husband Carter Reum went full cowboy as Woody. Their son, Phoenix Barron, made an adorable Buzz Lightyear, and daughter London Marilyn rounded out the foursome as Jessie. It’s a textbook example of how to pull off a cohesive group costume: recognizable characters, bright color palettes, and just enough detail to nail the personalities.
Between her glam pop homage and the family-friendly Pixar ensemble, Hilton demonstrated both ends of Halloween’s costume spectrum—high-concept music nostalgia and heartwarming group storytelling—landing two memorable looks in quick succession.
More Standout Looks: Hulaween, Music Tie-Ins, And Y2K Throwbacks
Bette Midler brought vintage flair while hosting her annual Hulaween on October 24, recreating the striking look from her 1973 self-titled album. It’s a deep-cut choice that celebrates her own history and the event’s theatrical spirit. Joining the festivities, Andy Cohen delivered a clever art-world spin by dressing as Andy Warhol—an on-theme homage that fit the New York vibe of the night.
Busy Philipps took the Hulaween theme in a cinematic direction, dressing as Brooklynite Loretta Castorini from Moonstruck. It’s a grounded, character-anchored pick that speaks to the movie’s New York roots and the event’s city-centric flair, while showcasing how a well-observed character study can be just as effective as a full-on spectacle.
Victoria Justice turned her new single into a costume concept, bringing Love Zombie to life at her October 21 release party. The actress-singer arrived as a zombie bride in a bloodstained wedding dress, finishing the look with red contact lenses for an extra eerie edge. It’s a smart bit of synergy that ties promotional momentum to Halloween aesthetics without sacrificing the fun.
Keke Palmer kept the early-2000s energy going by recreating Honey Daniels from the 2003 dance film Honey. Palmer’s look—camouflage cargo pants, an orange bra, and a matching long-sleeve crop—captured the character’s street-dance style and harkened back to the movie’s choreo-driven iconography. The result is a sharp, instantly recognizable throwback that plays perfectly on social media.
Janelle Monáe, no stranger to inventive Halloween transformations, delighted followers by becoming Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat. The whimsical pick drew raves in her comments, including one fan summing up the sentiment: “Best costumes EVERY YEAR.” It’s hard to argue—Monáe’s dedication to character and costuming consistently turns Halloween into a mini performance piece.
Taken together, this year’s early costumes are built on three pillars: nostalgic music homages, cinematic character studies, and social media-savvy concepts. Whether it’s a family-friendly Pixar lineup, a TikTok influencer trio, or a Y2K pop-culture revival, the looks work because they tell a clear story—and translate instantly on feeds.
As Halloween approaches, expect even more high-impact reveals to hit Instagram and TikTok. For now, these early entries set a strong bar: polished, referential, and unmistakably fun.
