7 Halloween Costumes for the Single & Proud
Let’s face it. The scariest thing about Halloween is all the couples that swamp our feeds with perfectly matching costumes and weirdly well-executed Sonny and Cher. Where does one find such detailed costumes, you may ask? I’m wondering, where does one simply find a partner to do them with?
It’s October and we’re heading into another Halloween single. Sure, we’ve never been in a couple costumes in our lives, but the sting of facing the Hallow parties alone never quite goes away. So instead, I’ve decided to celebrate being single with costumes that showcase all the moods of singlehood. Feeling rebellious, allusive, or maybe your friends are forcing you to go to that Murray Hill pregame that frankly you just don’t give a sh*t about? Well, I’ve got the costumes for you.
Being single on Halloween actually has its perks. You can be whoever you want to be without factoring in anyone else. You can literally go wherever you want (friends and parties pending), you can drink and dance how much or however you want, and there is no one to tell you to get down from the witch’s table. Being single on Halloween is simply just elite. The night is ours and we can be as spooky as we want. So, choose your mood and pick your player. Grab some friends or scare solo. Let’s go spooky b*tches!
Warning: Costumes may cause an elevation of not giving a sh*t
Amy & Molly, Booksmart
Feeling nostalgic with your bestie? Grab a couple of jumpsuits, sneakers, add on a fanny pack, and you’ll have yourself a Malala of a night. Ignore the bells and whistles and just get down with your best friend. Let the night take you on a hayride. Maybe try to avoid the whole jail part, though. You’re going out. We are calling Malala.
Bridget Jones, Bridget Jones Diary
Don’t give a sh*t, but your friends are making you go to that Murray Hill party anyways? Wallowing Bridget is the costume for you. Grace your friends with your presence but make a silent protest in your pajamas. Showing up to a party wearing Christmas pajamas with a drink in your hand is honestly THE move. You’ll be the coolest one there. Lowkey.
Annie, Elise & Brenda, First Wives Club
Grab your girls and say HELL TO THE PATRIARCHY. Boys are so last year and so are their lame frat parties. Start your own club and throw the coolest Halloween party of the year. I’m thinking girl power, lots of drinks, and boys are charged five dollars to get in because, well, all the hot ladies will be in attendance. Then donate all that hard earned cash to Planned Parenthood. You and your girlfriends will be LEGENDS.
Lane Kim, Gilmore Girls
Nothing says rebellion like Lane Kim. Also, it’s the perfect excuse to rock a purple wig. This low key, but brilliant costume will have you tripping over praises. You’ll be rocking to your own beat this Halloween. Making your own rules and breaking all the rest. You’ve got your own plans this Halloween and no one is standing in the way of them. Bonus: grab your Gill, Zack, and Brian. Hep Alien Rules!
Alexandra & Camryn, Twitches
What’s better than being a witch? Being a witch with your sister or bestie. Use your witch powers for good and bring this iconic duo to life. Take down the bad vibes and give them 2000s nostalgia. Save all your friends from the lurkers of the deep and become the heroes of Halloween. This is your destiny.
Moaning Myrtle, Harry Potter
F*ck it, right? Feeling irked about all those Halloween couples on Insta? Show your disdain in the only way possible. Moaning Myrtle. Match your attitude with your costume. Roll your eyes at the delusional party guests and cause a stir behind the scenes. You’re only there because your friends insisted, but you’re not going down without a fight. Also, you may just attract some hardcore Harry Potter fans. Is there a date to Diagon Alley in your future?
Kirk Gleason, Gilmore Girls
If you’re feeling slightly allusive, Kirk Gleason is your costume. With hundreds of occupations to choose from, the possibilities are endless. No one will actually know who you are. But you do. And that’s power baby. My personal favorite is Kirk the mailman. Carry around a very practical satchel with endless room for candy, condoms, and your vaccination card. You’ll have all your friends asking you to carry their things. You’ll be the gatekeeper for Halloween. (a.k.a. you have the whole town eating out of your hands)