Unleash Your Alter Ego
HALLOWEEN edition
It's Spooky Season, Arête family! If you’re anything like our team, Halloween is your favorite holiday - if not, season! Being able to dress up, create a new persona or showcase your creativity..
Historically, Halloween has been a Celtic tradition and yes, they did dress up! This was the night the veil of reality would thin, and all types of non-human beings were able to walk the Earth and you couldn’t tell who was a real person, a spirit or magical being. So the tradition introduced the idea of masking yourself, or dressing in a costume so no one would be able to tell the difference to stay unharmed. It was also a time when people would connect with their loved ones who passed. So now, every Hallow’s Eve, we continue dressing up but instead of hiding ourselves - it’s become a fun, experimental holiday where we can express our personalities and celebrate together.
However, for the fashion enthusiast, Halloween is the moment to let your alter egos shine! So, we rounded up the top 5 Halloween costumes for this year, and how you can express your personality in your own unique way:
BARBIE
1980s Workout Barbie
Let’s throw it back a few decades! Dress up with a colorful leotard, leg warmers, a sweatband, and a toy dumbbell. Tip: maybe raid your mom’s closet?
Malibu Barbie
It may be a little chilly out but we’re channeling California vibes with a beach-inspired costume featuring a swimsuit, a sunhat, and a toy surfboard (optional, but that would be totally awesome).
Barbie Astronaut
NASA called and said we’re going to space, babes! Explore outer space with a space-themed jumpsuit, a helmet, and a toy rocket.
Barbie Zombie
Give us RIP vibes with this spooky twist on your Barbie costume by creating a zombie version with tattered clothing.
WEDNESDAY ADDAMS
Gothic Wednesday Addams
It’s what Ms. Addams would’ve wanted. Enhance the gothic look with a long, flowing black gown, lace gloves, and ornate jewelry.
Steampunk Wednesday Addams
In an alternate reality, we know this Wednesday would survive an apocalypse. Style your look with a black dress, leather corset, goggles, and steampunk accessories.
Wednesday Addams Sorceress
Give Wednesday a magical touch by dressing with a black robe, a wand, and mystical accessories.
Wednesday Addams Zombie Bride
Merge Wednesday vibes with the Corpse Bride vibes by wearing a tattered black gown, black veil, pale makeup, and zombie-like accessories.
PRINCE/PRINCESS
Medieval Prince/ss
With the way inflation is, we’re basically in our medieval era anyway! Dress up with a flowing gown, a crown, and a cloak for a royal look. Pro tip: shop at a vintage thrift shop - you might score some timeless pieces for this look!
Fairy Tale Prince/ss
Get creative with this one! You can create your own character with a unique gown and accessories, inspired by your favorite story.
Warrior Prince/ss
Think Artemis, Amazonian Princess and the like with this vibe. Style this costume with armor, a sword, and a crown fit for a warrior princess.
Ancient Egyptian Prince/ss/ OR God/dess
Honor the ancients by traveling back in time to Khemet (Ancient Egypt) with a look inspired by Cleopatra, Nefertiti, Isis and more - complete with a regal gown and a headdress.
SPIDER-MAN
Miles Morales (Spider-Verse)
You know the vibes; Get yourself a classic spidey suit and rock it with a black and red sneakers.
Spider-Gwen
Explore the Spidey-Verse and emulate Spider-Gwen with a white and pink Spider-Woman suit, a hood, and a pair of sneakers.
Venomized Spider-Man
Give your look a spooky twist combining Spider-Man with Venom. Style with black suit with white spider symbols and sharp teeth.
Spider-Man Noir
Go for a vintage look inspired by Spider-Man Noir with a black suit, a fedora, and a trench coat.
WITCH
Wicked Witch of the West (The Wizard of Oz)
With a click of your heels, wickedly transform into the misunderstood Witch with a long black gown, a pointed hat, green makeup, and a broomstick.
Good Witch (Glinda, The Wizard of Oz)
If you’re wanting to glam up, opt for the Good Witch vibes with a pink or white gown, a sparkling tiara, and a magic wand.
Fortune Teller Witch/Wizard
Combine witch and fortune teller themes with a bohemian-style dress, scarves, and a table with tarot cards and a crystal ball. Brownie points if you go around reading tarot for everyone!
Salem Witch/Wizard (Historical)
We are the witches they couldn’t burn! So, pay homage to the Salem witch trials with a historically accurate costume based on colonial-era clothing and a witch's hat.
