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Throughout October, there are plenty of occasions to dress up and show off your spooky look in Westchester. And whether you’re a couple, a family, or part of a group, we’ve got you covered with a handful of iconic and creative ideas of the season. From the notorious Joker and Harley Quinn duo to the chilling doppelgangers from the movie Us, your costume will be a crowd-pleaser.
Costumes for Couples
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce
There’s no doubt in our minds that there will be plenty of Taylor Swifts and Travis Kelces walking around this Halloweekend. Although this iconic duo debuted their relationship in 2023, T-Swift will never go out of style (see what we did there?).
Taylor:
3-Piece Costume
Microphone
Travis:
“Taylor’s Boyfriend” Shirt
Kansas City Pants
Fake Mustache
Kansas City Wristbands
Football
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The Joker and Harley Quinn
Joker: Folie à Deux is the most recent franchise release featuring Joaquin Phoenix as Arthur Fleck, or the Joker, and Lady Gaga as his love interest, Harley “Lee” Quinzel. The duo meet as patients at Arkham State Hospital and fall madly in love with each other. Whether you’ve seen the most recent sequel or you’re familiar with the DC Comics characters, you can’t go wrong with this timeless Halloween costume pairing.
The Joker:
Tattoos
Wig and Makeup Kit
Hairspray
Suit Jacket
Harley Quinn:
Full Costume
Makeup
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Costumes for Families
The Family From Us
If you’ve been binging horror movies this spooky season, Jordan Peele’s Us is bound to be on your list. This psychological horror film follows a family that soon faces and fights its murderous doppelgangers, dressed in red jumpsuits. This is the perfect option for a family of four looking to sport an eerie costume minus the gore.
Adult Jumpsuit
Children’s Jumpsuit
Jumpsuit, Foam Scissor, and Glove Combo
Jason’s Mask
Glove
Scissors
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The Addams Family
The Addams family made their debut in comic panels for the New Yorker in 1938. Since then, the spooky family has been adapted into movies, shows, and beloved Halloween costumes. Dressing up as the Addams family will never go out of style. Check out our picks for costumes.
Gomez
Morticia
Wednesday
Pugsley
Thing
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Group Costumes
Challengers
The tennis romance movie Challengers took everyone by storm when it was released this April. And did we mention it was set in New Rochelle? This Halloween, step onto the court and dress up as Tashi, Art, and Patrick for the ultimate trio look.
Tashi
Tennis Dress
Art
Tennis Shirt
Tennis Shorts
Wilson Headband
Patrick
I Told Ya Shirt
Athletic Shorts
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The Last of Us
Dressing up as Ellie and Joel from the video game turned HBO series The Last of Us would be an iconic look. Plus, you can add as many clickers as you want, because if you’re a fan of the post-apocalyptic show, you know they’re everywhere. Season two of the show will be premiering in 2025.
Ellie
Shirt and Jacket
Bracelet
Shoes
Joel
Jacket
Button-up
Jeans
Knapsack
Watch
Clicker
Mask Option 1
Mask Option 2
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Scooby-Doo
If the Halloween clock is ticking and no one in your group can nail down a costume idea, a last-minute Scooby-Doo ensemble could be for you!
Fred
T-shirt
Pants
Accessories
Velma
Shirt
Skirt
Glasses
Stockings
Scooby
Top
Pants
Accessories
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Local Pick
The Headless Horseman
We couldn’t skip including the local legend himself on our list. The Headless Horseman is the mascot of Sleepy Hollow this time of year, and you may even catch him riding through the cemetery in the late hours of the night.
Kids Headless Horseman Costume
Adults Headless Horseman Costume
Jack-o-Lantern Figurine
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