50 Fun Halloween Costume Ideas for You and Your BFF

There’s nothing quite like showing up to a party in a perfectly coordinated costume with your best friend. It’s an epic duo moment!

To help you nail that vibe, we’ve put together a list of foolproof ideas you’re going to want to screenshot immediately.

1. Angel & Devil

You can honestly never go wrong with a classic, and this one is a Halloween staple for a reason. I just love the whole good versus evil dynamic, pairing the heavenly angel with the devious devil.

While everyone else is busy with super complex makeup and gory effects, this idea goes back to basics in a way that really stands out. Trust me, it’s a tried-and-true combo that feels fresh every time, and you probably won’t see anyone else with the same look.

2. Wayne’s World Costumes

For those of you who are fans of the movie Wayne’s World, this next costume is for you. These two have dressed up as the iconic Wayne and Garth.

I think it’s such a fun and unique idea that movie lovers will instantly get. Another great thing is how simple the costumes are to pull together. A look like this would be an absolute hit at any Halloween party.

3. Super Mario + Luigi

Here’s a fun little tidbit about Super Mario: if you hesitate for too long in one spot during the game, the Hammer Bros will actually track you down and try to get you!

In the real world, I can’t think of a cooler duo costume for you and your BFF than Mario and Luigi. And if you have a whole crew, you could totally bring Princess Peach into the mix too!

4. Unicorns

Is it just me, or does everyone want to be a unicorn this year? They’re seriously everywhere. I think it’s because these mythical creatures feel so magical.

The best part about this BFF outfit is that the unicorn horn is the main event. For the rest of the look, you could go with an all-white theme or something with rainbow colors, depending on your vibe.

You can find these unicorn horn headbands all over right now, but I’d suggest grabbing one soon before they’re all gone.

5. Orange is the New Black Costumes for Halloween

Our next idea is another one inspired by a great TV show. This time, these friends have decided to dress up as characters from Orange is the New Black.

I think costumes like these are perfect for a party because the show is so popular, and most people will know who you’re supposed to be. You can either recreate these specific looks or choose some other characters from the show.

6. Half Face Sugar Skull

You and your bestie could always go as mirror images of each other, which is what makes these half-face sugar skull costumes so cool.

An all-black outfit is the perfect base for some crazy-beautiful makeup on just half of your face. What’s not to love? You still get to show off your amazing “normal” makeup skills on the other side!

7. Hocus Pocus Costumes

Hocus Pocus is another classic Halloween movie, and these three friends have dressed up as the famous Sanderson sisters. You can find Hocus Pocus-inspired costumes online, or you could totally make the outfits yourself.

The makeup is also pretty easy to recreate, and you can find plenty of tutorials for it. We are obsessed with this witchy costume idea, and it is sure to be a hit at any Halloween party.

8. Hot Burglars

Burglars can be pretty scary, but hot burglars? Maybe not so much. I think this is a fantastic idea for a last-minute Halloween costume. All you need are black clothes, as revealing as you want to be.

If you don’t have balaclavas handy, you can easily use tights or leggings instead. Let’s be honest, who actually has those lying around?

Just complete the look with swag-bags, and you’ve got one of the best Halloween costume ideas for you and your BFF.

9. Married… with Children Costumes

Are you a fan of the TV sitcom Married… with Children? If so, this idea is absolutely perfect for you! Here we have two friends who have dressed up as Peggy and Kelly Bundy from the show.

It’s such a fun and unique costume that fans will adore. This is another great option that lets you dress up for Halloween without being scary, and it would be pretty simple to put together, too.

10. Pizza Delivery Guy + Pizza

If you were trying to figure out what to do with that giant pizza pool inflatable you bought over the summer and never got around to using, we’ve just found the perfect job for it.

A pizza delivery person and a fresh pizza make for the ultimate BFF Halloween costume!

What’s your go-to topping? Pepperoni? Anchovies? Extra mushrooms? Whatever it is, wear it with pride. Just repeat after me: we love pizza!

11. DIY Gumball Machines

I am obsessed with this look! It’s guaranteed to create some amazing, long-lasting memories at any party.

12. Flintstones Inspired Costume

This next costume idea is so fun and super cute. These two best friends have opted to dress up as Wilma and Pebbles from the Flintstones.

I think this idea is perfect for anyone who loves the show or for those who just want a unique costume. You can find costumes like these online, but if you’re feeling a bit creative and crafty, you could also make them yourself.

Plus, if more of your friends want to join in on the Halloween fun, they can dress as the other characters, too.

13. Spooky Alice & Little Red Riding Hood

I could totally see Alice in Wonderland and Little Red Riding Hood being friends in another life. We love this spooky mashup of the two, and it’s a great way to bring two fairy tales together in a way that you and your BFF will both adore.

You could use these two characters, add a wolf to the mix, or even dress up as one of the little pigs if you wanted. There are just so many options to choose from!

14. Jack + Sally (The Nightmare Before Christmas)

It’s Halloween, which means Christmas is just around the corner, and you can combine the two with this fabulous Nightmare Before Christmas-inspired costume for you and your BFF: Jack and Sally.

The outfits here are amazing, but it’s really the makeup that pulls it all together, especially with such an iconic look. The only thing you need to figure out is who will be Jack and who will be Sally.

15. The Powerpuff Girls

Did you grow up watching Cartoon Network? Did you love The Powerpuff Girls? If so, this costume idea is for you!

These three have created looks inspired by Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, the crime-fighting sisters. I love this unique and cool costume idea that will take you back to your childhood days of watching the show.

You can recreate something like this or try to wear costumes just like they did on TV.

16. Poison Ivy + Catwoman

Why wouldn’t Poison Ivy and Catwoman hang out? If there are three of you, you could even add Harley Quinn to the mix. They’ve had their share of adventures and have always had each other’s backs, just like all good BFFs should.

There are so many ways to play this, too. If you don’t want to go as female superheroes and villains, you could do female versions of the male ones, like Batwoman, Spider-Woman, or Wonder Woman.

All total kick-butt babes, of course.

17. Beetlejuice and Lydia

Beetlejuice is one of the most iconic horror-comedy films ever made. Seriously, as soon as someone hears the name or sees that striped suit, they know exactly what movie it’s from.

These two have chosen to dress up as Beetlejuice himself and the other character, Lydia. It’s a fun and spooky idea that’s perfect for Halloween.

You can recreate costumes like these, or get more of your friends involved and have them dress up as other characters from the film, too.

18. Daria and Jane

Daria, the girl in the green coat, was the star of the show, but the one in the red coat was her BFF, Jane Lane. We think they make the perfect BFF costume for Halloween.

Jane is the more outgoing of the two, but she’s also the most well-adjusted. Which character do you think you’d be better at playing? It’s always fun trying to decide which one fits your personality best!

19. The Purge Costumes

Next up, we have costumes inspired by the movie The Purge. Both friends are wearing matching outfits, complete with a scary mask, a plastic weapon, and some fake blood.

It’s a pretty frightening costume idea that is so perfect for Halloween. You can either recreate this look or choose to portray any of the other characters from the movie.

20. That Miss Universe Scandal

If you’re searching for BFF Halloween costume ideas that are beyond hilarious and brilliant, this is definitely one to consider. Do you remember that Miss Universe scandal?

They crowned the wrong woman, had to take the crown from her, and then give it to the actual winner. If the rivalry between you and your bestie has been a running joke for a while, why not make the most of it with this costume idea?

It’s absolutely genius, and everyone will get a kick out of it, as long as they know the story!

21. Jack Skellington and Sally

If you’re a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas, this idea is absolutely perfect for you! One person is dressed up as the Pumpkin King himself, Jack Skellington, and the other is the ragdoll Sally.

These are such cool and creepy costumes that are a home run for Halloween. You can find Nightmare Before Christmas costumes online, and there are plenty of makeup tutorials for both characters, too.

22. Strawberry + Pineapple

A strawberry and a pineapple might not be scary, but it’s a super fun, fruity idea that will get everyone talking. These costumes are so easy, you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it first.

One outfit is red, the other is yellow, and you can use dresses, skirts, tops, or anything else you have. It’s another one of those costumes that you can completely customize.

Just add the greenery on top so everyone knows what you’re supposed to be!

23. Easy DIY Pinatas

This costume is so cute and colorful, two things that are guaranteed to brighten up any Halloween party. I think this would be a great costume idea for you and your BFF, or even for twins.

You could also try to convince your partner to dress up as a piñata, too. Do you think he’d be as easy to persuade as your best friend? Lots of crepe paper will be your best friend for this look, and you’ll want to start prepping early.

Leaving this one to the last minute could end in disaster. You know how nothing ever goes right when you’re short on time!

24. Demon Costumes

Looking for a unique costume for you and your BFF? If so, this could be the perfect one. Here we have two demon or devil costumes.

One is wearing blue makeup, and the other is wearing pink, both complete with horns. It’s such a bold and unusual makeup idea that would be perfect for a party.

You can recreate this look or choose any colors for the makeup that you like. A full list of the products used and a short tutorial is available on the page below.

25. Starbucks Coffees

What’s the first thing you and your BFF do when you hang out? You go get Starbucks, of course! And it’s that time of year when all the pumpkin-spiced drinks are back.

If you can’t live without your coffee, why not dress up as a cup of it for Halloween? Now, the only question is, what would you be? A pumpkin spice latte? A skinny latte macchiato? Maybe something with chocolate?

26. Easy KISS Halloween Costumes

We are obsessed with these easy KISS costumes and think you will be, too! They are the perfect choice if you need some last-minute costume ideas that still look amazing.

27. BFF’s with Superpowers

Remember when we talked about superheroes and villains? Well, what about these two sassy ladies? Super-friends with superpowers, a perfect combination for a great movie, if you ask me.

Before you think about turning away any trick-or-treaters this year, you might want to reconsider. In medieval times, if a beggar in a spooky costume came to your door and you sent them away empty-handed, the spirits would supposedly bring their wrath down on you.

So, I guess we should make sure to have plenty of treats! Otherwise, these two might use their superpowers for bad, not good!

28. Dark & White Angel

If you’ve never found being good all that fun, then this dark angel costume is for you! But where there’s bad, there’s good, right?

You and your bestie can channel your inner dark and white angels and give everyone a glimpse into your dramatically different personalities.

29. Beetlejuice and Harley Quinn

You and your BFF don’t have to wear perfectly matching costumes for Halloween. Maybe the theme could just be dressing up as your favorite movie characters.

These two have created costumes inspired by Beetlejuice and Harley Quinn. Even though they don’t match, they still look amazing together.

You can either recreate these costumes or choose any two movie characters you love.

30. Marilyn Monroe + Audrey Hepburn

They are two of the most iconic women in the world, so why shouldn’t you and your BFF dress up as Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn? It’s a great excuse to wear that famous white dress for Marilyn, of course.

Audrey just needs some pearls and a long cigarette holder. If you want to make these BFF Halloween costumes even better for the occasion, you could “zombie-fy” the two stars by adding some fake blood and gory makeup. Only if you want to, though!

31. Cool Skeletons

Halloween is the time when the line between the spirit world and our world is at its thinnest. That’s why we dress up as ghouls and ghosts, to prevent the real ones from realizing it’s us and coming after us.

The story has been retold so many times over the years, and Halloween is celebrated differently all over the world. That’s where the skeleton comes in, and its connection to Halloween.

It’s a symbol of death for many cultures, especially the skull, and that’s what’s been used so brilliantly to create this stunning makeup look that you could totally rock with your BFF.

32. Chucky and Tiffany

If you and your best friend are horror movie fans, you’re going to love this awesome costume idea. Here we have the murderous doll duo that will freak everyone out! Luckily, we found YouTube tutorials for both of these amazing looks, so your transformation can be as easy as possible.

Bride of Chucky makeup tutorial:

Chucky makeup tutorial:

33. Halloween Cheerleaders

Have you always wanted to be a cheerleader? Well, now you can! Here we have cheerleader costumes with a fun Halloween twist. These two best friends are wearing Devils cheerleading outfits.

The costumes are creepy and cute, with the scary number 666 on them. It’s such a fun and unique idea. You can find these cheerleading costumes online, and your whole girl squad can join in, too!

34. Superhero Costumes

Next up, we have another idea for those who love superheroes. These two have decided to dress up as Batman and Superman, both with comic book-style makeup.

This is such a cute Halloween costume idea, and it would be great for any last-minute events because all you need are t-shirts and makeup. You can find tutorials for comic book-style makeup online.

35. Crazy Cat Lady + Cat

Let’s be honest, most of us are crazy cat ladies deep down. What better way to celebrate that than with this crazy cat lady Halloween costume, complete with a cute kitty-cat?

The only hard part will be deciding who plays who. You just know there will be a fight over who gets to be the sexy kitty!

Raid your grandma’s closet for the crazy cat lady costume, and wear all black with kitten ears and some clever kitty makeup for the feline sidekick. It’s a great costume to consider when you’ve left things to the last minute, which we all do.

36. Anna & Elsa

They weren’t really enemies, but sisters can be just as bad sometimes, which is why we totally relate to this Anna and Elsa costume. It’s perfect when you’re looking for Halloween ideas for you and your BFF.

Everyone is still singing ‘Let It Go,’ and with Christmas coming up, you know that song will be on repeat.

For some people, just hearing the word “Frozen” is a scary reminder of how massive that movie got and how obsessed everyone was with it. Frightening enough!

37. Super Girl Squad

Get your whole girl squad together this Halloween with a group costume idea like this! Here we have four friends who are all wearing superhero-inspired costumes, including Wonder Woman, Captain America, and more.

This is a fun costume idea that will show everyone how fierce you and your girls are. Of course, any guys can join in, too! You can recreate these costumes or base your look on any superhero or villain you like!

38. Zombie School Girls

As we’ve already talked about, there’s not much you can’t turn into a zombie these days. Zombie-style costumes have become super popular, especially with shows like The Walking Dead.

Who doesn’t love a good zombie movie? Or better yet, a good zombie TV show binge!

39. Mario and Luigi

This next idea is perfect for any fan of the game Super Mario Bros. One of the friends is dressed up as Mario, and the other is Luigi. You can find Mario and Luigi costumes online, making this a great last-minute idea.

You can also have other friends dress up as different characters, like Yoshi and Princess Peach.

40. Maleficent + Aurora

It was one of the biggest movies of 2014, and for once, it centered on the villain of the story, in this case, Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty.

The good versus evil theme is a great one to play with when looking for Halloween costume ideas for you and your BFF. There are so many Disney movies you could choose from!

This one features Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) and her nemesis, Maleficent, but you could always look at Aladdin and Jafar, or even Simba and Scar. You see where I’m going with this, right?

41. Glam Mermaids

Earlier in the post, we shared some mermaid costumes. If you loved that idea, then you need to check these out, too. Here we have four friends who are dressed up as very glam mermaids.

We love this idea because they are all mermaids, but each costume is different, allowing each person to show off their own style and personality, which you could do, too.

You can find mermaid skirts online and pair them with any top you like.

42. Stormtrooper + Princess Leia

Who ever said stormtroopers had to be guys, anyway? We certainly didn’t. When we’re talking about Halloween costume ideas for you and your BFF, this one definitely needs to be at the top of the list.

One thing’s for sure, you probably won’t be buying many of your own drinks in this sassy get-up. And when you think about it, there are plenty of ways to mix this one up.

You could do Darth Vader, or any of the Star Wars cast. Go crazy with it!

43. Cruella De Vil + Dalmatian

It’s Halloween, the Disney way, and it’s the version you definitely don’t want to show the kids. They certainly wouldn’t want to see what happens to those poor dalmatian puppies once the queen of animal cruelty, Cruella De Vil, gets her hands on them.

This brilliant Halloween costume shows you just that. Of course, you don’t need to take things this far if kids are around. Maybe just leave the fake culling of fake puppies out of it this year.

44. Gossip Girls

There was nothing scarier in high school than facing off with one of the mean girls, or gossip girls. They had different names in different schools, right?

But it all meant the same thing: if you weren’t in their group, you just weren’t one of the cool kids. The movie got it right, and so did the TV show.

Maybe it’s time to dig out your old school uniform? Would it even still fit? We tried, and ours definitely doesn’t!

45. Sexy SWAT Team

Maybe you want a look that’s more law-abiding than The Purge costume we showed earlier. If so, this idea could be perfect for you. Here we have a group of friends who have dressed up as a SWAT team.

These costumes are obviously glammed up with heels and cute outfits, which makes them great for a party or a night out. You can find lots of different SWAT team costumes available online.

46. Toddler Pageant Stars

Check your TV guide these days, and there’s a good chance you’ll find a bunch of shows dedicated to toddler pageants.

There’s something about those pageants that really gets people talking, usually on completely different sides of the argument. It’s a great idea if you and your BFF are known for being, well, a little bratty sometimes.

Go for a tutu and a leotard, add a tiara, and stick a pacifier in for good measure. We think it’s bound to get people giggling, how about you?

47. Magical Mermaid Costumes

Maybe you’d like to go for a look that’s more magical and cute than creepy this Halloween. If so, you should consider dressing up as mermaids like these two.

These friends are wearing long skirts that look like mermaid tails, with shell bras and under-the-sea themed crowns. Mermaid costumes are so mystical and will let you join in on the Halloween fun while also looking absolutely gorgeous.

48. Spooky Clowns

Clowns are very scary, so they make the perfect costume for Halloween. You and your BFF could wear clown costumes like these. They are wearing classic clown makeup, but they’ve glammed it up by pairing it with stylish outfits.

Costumes like these are great for those who want to look creepy and fun, but also be ready to party. This is another idea that would be perfect for any last-minute Halloween events.

49. The Handmaid’s Tale Costumes

If you both loved watching The Handmaid’s Tale, then you’ll love dressing up as Handmaids. For these costumes, you will need red dresses, white bonnets, and boots. So simple, yet so iconic.

50. Angel and Devil Costume Ideas

The next costume idea we have to show you features the devil and an angel. One friend has a dark costume and spooky eye makeup, while the other is dressed in white like an angel. This is such a cool idea because it’s creepy for Halloween but also fun.

You can recreate these costumes or maybe go for more classic looks, like a red devil or an angel with wings and a halo. Either way, your costumes will be awesome.