The savory scent ofpumpkin spice is back, which can only mean one thing: It’s almost time for Halloween! From trick-or-treating with the kids to heading out to host a get-together with your crew with Halloween candies and themed cocktails, this is one holiday for which you should prepare.
Sure, you could throw on last year’s costume or cut some holes in that white sheet, but October 31 will be much better if you think ahead and pick out a costume everyone will adore. Better yet, go with your significant other and put together a couple’s costume everyone will remember for years to come.
If you and yours are looking for a few fun costume ideas, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve searched the web to bring you the best couples’ Halloween costumes on the market and even put together a few DIY options if you’re feeling creative. Halloween is one of the only holidays where you get to dress up as anyone or anything you’d like, so we think this is the perfect time for you and your S.O. to get creative, even if it’s just to watch a scary movie at home.
Every year we work hard to find the best costume ideas for SPY readers, from genuinely scary costumes to sexy Halloween costumes. We’ve got tons of create couples costume ideas this year, from celeb couples like Jay-Z and Beyoncé to animated icons such as Roger and Jessica Rabbit. We’ve also got plenty of topical and pop culture-inspired ideas such as Ken and Barbie, characters from Squid Game, The Bachelor and Nightmare Before Christmas.
To get inspired, here are the best couples’ Halloween costumes for 2022.
1. Barbie and Ken Couples Halloween Costume
MOST FUN
This set of officially licensed Mattel Barbie and Ken boxes allow you to slip them over your favorite Barbie and Ken outfits and quickly hit the town in full Barbiecore mode. As one of the world’s favorite fictitious couples, Barbie and Ken make a great Halloween duo costume for any year, but this year is particularly special given the upcoming release of the Barbie movie in 2023. Seeing the sneak peek of Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling dressed as their Barbie and Ken characters make this couple’s costume idea more fun than ever.
Enter the soirée in one of the world’s most recognizable outfits with these Playboy Bunny and Bachelor costumes. The bunny outfit, recently released as Playboy’s first official licensed Bunny Halloween costume, comes with the bodice, tuxedo collar, cuffs, cufflinks with rabbit head logo, rosette with logo, bunny ears, and of course, a fluffy cottontail. At the same time, the sexy red satin robe with black trim comes with a pipe accessory to authenticate the look.
While the best couples’ Halloween costumes are often catered towards straight couples, you can take things to the next level in 2022 with homoerotic Top Gun couples costume, which only requires you to purchase two of these Spooktacular Creations flight suits and matching aviators. Although the model is wearing this with a white t-shirt underneath, you can always go topless underneath and pull the zipper down a little bit to show more skin.
Top Gun is a famously homoerotic movie, and so if you’re looking for the best Halloween costumes for gay couples, then get in the cockpit with these flight suits. Thanks to the recent sequel, Top Gun costumes are some of the best men’s Halloween costumes of the year and topical pop culture costumes. This would also be a great costume for two platonic BFFs who aren’t afraid to show a little PDA for the sake of a good costume.
Although it’s not the most topical costume of 2022, this is one of those couples’ costume ideas that will always be a classic, no matter what year it is. Although you could totally paint your face green and wear a Shrek ear headband, this latex mask is more realistic and won’t stain all of your clothes. The women’s costume comes with Fiona’s classic dress while men’s includes Shrek’s tunic and trousers. To dress as ogre Fiona, simply add Shrek ears.
With the official announcement of Season 2, you’re sure to win the popularity contest dressed in these costumes inspired by Netflix’s most-watched series of 2021. Purchase the red jumpsuit set that also comes with the belt, gloves, and face mask and pair up with your significant other as a Squid Game player in a green sweatsuit with a player number on the front. You also have the option of playing Frontman with the masks below. Be warned that there are a lot of cheap Squid Game costumes on Amazon with zero reviews, and there’s no guarantee what kind of quality you’ll be getting. We recommend doing as much of your Squid Game costume DIY as possible.
The opening scene from Scream has become one of the most iconic on-screen deaths of all time, and a classic moment in horror movie history. Recreate this unforgettable scene with one of our absolute favorite couples costume ideas of all time — Drew Barrymore and Ghostface. This is also an easy costume idea, as all you need are a blonde wig, a phone prop, a black cloak and the Scream mask. It’s the simple yet fun costume that will win you that coveted “Best Costume” award.
Harry Potter is always a good source of Halloween costume ideas. For couples costumes specifically, Harry Potter and his wife Ginny Weasley are a popular choice, but if you want to impress your friends, go as Harry Potter and his Patronus, a magical spirit companion that takes the form of a spectral doe. In addition to your Harry Potter costume, you only need prop antlers and twinkle lights to complete the look.
This Bachelor costume is a prize winner for reality TV costumes. It’s effortlessly DIY, only requiring a suit and evening gown. We suggest adding in a rose or two to sell the look.
9. The Mandalorian and Baby Yoda Halloween Costume
BEST STAR WARS
Get into character as the Mandalorian and baby Yoda this Halloween. The Mandalorian costume comes with a top, pants, vest, cloak, gloves, belts, and PU armor pieces. You can purchase a Mandalorian helmet separately to complete the look. Meanwhile, baby Yoda’s officially licensed polyester onesie is cute and comfy, featuring a warm hood with baby Yoda’s face and ears.
10. Joker and Harley Quinn Couples Halloween Costumes
BEST VILLAIN
With last year’s release of The Suicide Squad, this Harley Quinn and Joker set will surely be a hit at any 2022 Halloween gathering. Together or apart, these villains bring an air of chaos that everyone loves to feel on Halloween. Although these costumes are sold separately, each comes with everything you need (except wigs and shoes) to transform into the DC universe’s most twisted couple.
This Oreo cookie costume is a super sweet deal. It separates one delicious cookie outfit into two delightful costume pieces you and your bae can share. It’s simple to slide on over your clothing, allowing you guys to get dressed and out to your party in no time.
This Elvis and Priscilla costume has been a classic for years, but now you have an opportunity to show off some of the new looks from the recently released 2022 Elvis flick, showcasing that badass pink suit that Austin Butler wears on stage. And while this skirt suit isn’t an exact match to the Miu Miu one worn in the film, it does have a vintage style and that pale pink tone that Priscilla has often worn – just be sure to pair it with some vintage-inspired boots, pink lipstick and this very extra bouffant wig.
Now that the #FreeBritney movement has been fully realized, couples can enjoy their comedic version of an emancipated Britney Spears at her wedding to husband Sam Asghari. One of you can wear a white dress and veil while the other rocks a simple zip-up tuxedo costume. Mix it up however you want, but whatever you do, don’t forget to add Britney’s iconic choker.
While it’s certainly not one of the sexiest couple’s Halloween costumes to show off curves or your ripped bod, the ol’ plug and outlet combination will never get old, when it comes to innuendo. A comfy, low-maintenance look that involves an outlet tunic and an apron with prongs, this costume can be worn by anybody. We would make a joke about how a reviewer called the prongs floppy, but we’re above that. A chuckle-inducing two-for-one idea that’s ideal for more daring couples.
The Hulu show Pam and Tommy (and this iconic rock n’ roll couple generally) spawned some of the best couples’ Halloween costumes of 2022. The hair and makeup also make it fun to recreate – just stock up on these fake tattoos, pencil on those eyebrows and lips and get a voluminous blond wig to go with the signature metallic dress that Pam met Tommy in. For Lee, recreate his outfit with the leopard print bucket hat and white tank or undershirt, pairing with black pants. Also an amazing costume for gay couples or straight couples wanting to switch gender roles.
Who doesn’t love the Addams family? With these costumes, you and your other half can easily get dressed at Morticia and Gomez. Top Gomez’s look off with his signature hairstyle wig, and you’re ready to go.
If you’re looking for couple’s Halloween costumes that are slightly cheeky, consider this perfectly tongue-in-cheek costume. Dress up as the two sexiest emojis with this inflatable peach and eggplant couples costume. You’ll be winning all the contests with this hilarious costume — if it’s a little chilly, wear a sweater or some cozy loungewear underneath. At just over $40, it’s a very budget-friendly alternative to the best Halloween costumes for couples that tends to cost upwards of $100.
18. Bob Ross Kit & Painted Canvas Couples Halloween Costume
MOST NOSTALGIC
Bob Ross is up there with Fred Rogers in terms of sheer likability. This hilarious costume set comes with Bob’s iconic wig, a paint palette, brush, and a great paint canvas (which acts as the second costume). Yes, it’s as corny in real life as it looks in this picture, and it’s totally awesome.
While it doesn’t have quite as much pizzaz as their neon exercise look that we got sneak peeks up for the upcoming 2023 Barbie and Ken release, these are still two iconic looks, making this costume one of the best Halloween costumes for couples looking to go Barbiecore. It’s also a great alternative for anyone who doesn’t want to spend the holiday watching everything through a plastic box, or for people that don’t want to wear a pink Barbie outfit.
If you don’t want to go with one of the best pop culture costumes for couples, a timeless fairytale choice that always does well is Cinderella and Prince Charming. This Storybook Princess look shortens the hemline for a slightly spicier rendition – pair with a bun wig for even more princess vibes. Disney prince and princess too heteronormative for your liking? Mix things up and opt for a prince and prince or princess and princess costume or subvert those gender roles and swap costumes!
one of the coolest recent renditions of Batman that we’ve seen, this is one of the best couple’s Halloween costumes for that couple that always loves to rock all-black-everything. Here, you can get a sexy replica of Kravitz’s leather catsuit, which even comes with the ears, mask and gloves. Add your own belt with silver hardware and a pixie wig for a more realistic look. Plus, this Batman costume has built-in abs, so you can binge on candy all night and no one will know. A great full-coverage option that’s still sexy.
If your friends are forcing you to dress up and go to a costume party, this is one of the best bare minimum costumes for couples. Although it won’t turn you into a life-size doll, this is one of the best easy breezy costume ideas that 2022 has blessed us with. Just wear t-shirts that say who you are, and nobody will ever come up to you and ask. It’s brilliant! You can also combine with wigs and some preppy bottoms or accessories to up the ante.
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23. Eleven and Demogorgon Costume
STRANGER THINGS PICK
Great for all kinds of couples (we personally find it funnier if a guy is wearing this Eleven dress) this is the ultimate set of couple’s Halloween costumes that’s an absolute essential for Stranger Things fans. The person wearing the Demogorgon costume can opt for a mask like this one and wear all white, but there are also more elaborate versions with attached bodysuits if you’re really looking to turn heads this spooky season.
Got any relish? This hilarious hot dog and bun couples costume is a great gag getup. It is probably one of the few costume pairs everyone needs to see as a set to ‘get it.’ Made from 100 percent polyester, the cool thing about this set is that you can wear whatever you want underneath. Feel like wearing pj’s all night long? In this outfit, no one will know.
Channel hip-hop couple Cardi B and Offset with this costume get-up. Cardi’s outfit comes fully assembled with a cropped top, checkerboard jacket, faux fur cuffs, underpants, and elastic belt. Offset’s outfit is more of a DIY situation that you can do with temp tattoos, a loc wig, and gold glasses. You can purchase Cardi’s wig, and white sunglasses from her debut album cover separately below.
She’s your queen to beeee! Tackle characters from Eddie Murphy’s Coming to America and Coming 2 America films, dressing as Prince Akeem and his bride, Lisa McDowell. The Prince’s wardrobe includes a jacket, faux fur pelt, bow tie, necklace, medallion, mustache, and crown. Lisa’s wedding digs come with a bridal gown, headpiece, and crown. Looking to add to the party, allow friends to join in as Randy WatsonJaffe Joffer, or Prince Akeem as a McDowell’s worker.
Go to the party dressed as Beetlejuice and his love interest Lydia Deetz this Halloween. The officially licensed Beetlejuice costume comes with a jacket, dickey, faux tie, and pants. Meanwhile, Lydia’s set offers a red dress, veil, and gloves. You must purchase both wigs separately.
WandaVision is one of the most popular streaming series on Disney+, so there’s no wonder someone would want to dress as Marvel’s favorite couple, Wanda Maximoff, aka Scarlet Witch and Vision, for many years to come. These outfits are lots of fun and will look great at any affair. Vision’s outfit comes fully prepared with a bodysuit and cape, and a mask is sold separately so you can get into character. Wanda’s costume also comes fully assembled for any occasion, featuring a headband, suit, and cape.
Are you looking to dress like Jay-Z and Beyoncé this Halloween? Look no further than Amazon. While it may take a bit of creativity, this costume is worth it. Take on the look of entertainment mogul Jay-Z and his superstar performer wife, Beyoncé, by pairing a blue double-breasted suit with a gold chain, which is intended to be worn shirtless as done in the couple’s 2018 “Apeshit” video. You can easily recreate Queen Bey’s look with a pink suit, red ribbon belt, silver statement necklace, and dark honey blonde wig. Pin a Mona Lisa replica poster to the wall to take epic pics of the night.
Arrive at this year’s Halloween bash dressed in these royally appropriate Bridgerton-themed outfits. The jacket features long sleeves, a stand-up collar, and front buttons, while the gown provides lots of drama with flared sleeves, ruffled neckline, train and a bow at the waist.
Get into the roles of Ana Steele and Christain Grey with these outfits. All it takes is a tux, evening gown, sexy masks, and whips to master the looks from the widely popular erotic romantic drama film.
32. Black Panther and Dora Milaje Halloween Costume
BEST SUPERHERO
With the tragic loss of Chadwick Boseman in 2020 and the upcoming sequel of Black Panther, these costumes are sure to be a hit. The Black Panther costume includes a muscle-padded jumpsuit, hooded mask, gloves, and boot covers. The Dora Milaje set comes with a tunic with attached gauntlets, pants with boot tops, and a belt.
You’ll be a surefire hit in these costumes from Tim Burton’s cult classic film, Nightmare Before Christmas. Skellington’s officially licensed outfit features a sleeveless shirt, jacket, pants, bow tie gloves, and mask. Sally’s costume comes with a dress, fingerless gloves, and a wig.
This cornhole costume set pulls double duty as a great Halloween costume and fun game. It comes with two cornhole costumes and three bean bags that you and your partner can toss into the front holes of each outfit.
Head into Halloween 2022 dressed as your favorite insurance spokespeople, Flo and Jamie. This set has two aprons, buttons that share your love for insurance, and name tags. Slip this stuff on for guaranteed laughter and fun for the entire day.
Play dress-up this year as one of America’s favorite animated couples, Jessica and Roger Rabbit. Roger’s costume comes with the entire ensemble, including headband, nos, and gloves, while Jessica’s features a sequined red corset and skirt with a high slit. You can also purchase the gloves and wig separately below.
37. Rubie’s Marvel Avengers: Endgame Deluxe Team Suit Costume
BEST AVENGER
This Marvel movie may have come out in 2019, but since 2020 and 2021 have stalled numerous cinematic releases, we’re still excited about this Marvel universe pairing. If you want to sport a superhero look this Halloween, check out this fantastic couples costume duo. These deluxe padded suits contain a printed “A” on the chest and sleeve and feature a hook and loop closure to make taking it on and off quickly.
The past few years have given us a lot to cry about, but this unisex costume set will surely leave you smiling. Complete with two full bodysuits, diapers, bibs, and even two bonnets, this couples’ Halloween costume set is sure to leave a lasting impression, though we can’t say for sure what kind of impression that would be.
39. Mix Tape and Boom Box Couples Halloween Costume
BEST ’80s
Take it back to the ’80s with this mixtape and boom box costume pairing. This couple’s get-up is both nostalgic and fun for all ages. Slip them over your existing clothing for a simple throwback look that’s easy to wear.
Who doesn’t love breakfast foods? Nothing goes better together than bacon and eggs, and this couple’s Halloween costume will prove that you’re no different. These outfits are simple to wear and brightly colored, so everyone will know what you are — immediately. They also pair together perfectly but can work independently if you get separated throughout the evening. (That was not a yolk pun … we promise.)
No lanky onesie, no excessive belts or studs; this costume is just two playing cards that are easy to put on and are sure to garner a few laughs. Featuring a one-size-fits-all design, these hilarious costumes are a must if you’re planning on wearing your costume again and again and have no time to deal with getting dressed up.
We’ve all seen a tacky traveler; if you haven’t, chances are that tacky traveler is you. While we don’t believe that you are tacky for a second, you might want to feel that way just for a night with these obnoxious costumes. Each one comes with a hooped waist, jumpsuit and Hawaiian shirt. Remember that you’ll need to order two to make it a couple’s costume.
Because what goes best with peanut butter? No, not chocolate. Jelly! This scrumptious PB&J costume set features two foam tunics and is sure to make all your friends…wait for it…jelly.
This fun rock, paper scissors set comes with three polyester costumes for all those trios this year and is sure to be hit. Whether battling it out for the top spot or just wanting to impress everyone at the party, these one-size-fits-all tunics are an easy way to make a group costume work. Plus, the price point means you’re paying just over $10 per costume.
These Nemo and Dory-inspired hats are sure to be a hit. Parents who lack time won’t need to put in much thought or effort with these outfits with two hats. Now all you need is matching ‘fits for the kids. It’s easy and cute, which makes it ideal for parents who are out trick or treating with the children or stuck at home handing out candy.
One look at this hilarious plug and socket costume, and you’ll be hooked. A great (and unique) couples Halloween costume idea, this set is made from 100 percent polyester and comes as two separate pieces packed together. Even when you aren’t standing next to each other on Hallow’s Eve, everyone will know which plug belongs in which socket.
You’ll look like pure royalty in these Cleopatra and KingTut-inspired costumes. Sold separately, they come with shimmering gold detailing that will turn heads as you take on the town. The goddess costume comes with a tube dress with peplum detail, gold belt, gold sleeves, collar, and headpiece, while the Mighty Pharaoh costume features a gold collared harness with a velvet cape, gold and black trunks, waist belt, wrist cuffs, and headpiece.
48. Perfectly Paired Wine and Cheese Halloween Costume
BEST FOR FOODIES
This delightfully delicious wine and cheese costume set features a surprisingly elaborate wine bottle costume and a handy cheese tunic for all foodies. The wine bottle and cheese are both made of comfortable, durable foam. The set also comes with a comically oversized foam knife as the perfect prop for that full foodie experience.
If you’re a brand new couple, you can’t go wrong dressing up as this adorable duo, Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head. They’re well-known, beloved characters that belong together, and these costumes will make it evident to everyone who you’re dressing up as. With playful hats, eyes, mouths, and noses that replicate the cartoon characters’ features, we love how vibrant and fun these relatively simple costumes are. Let your new relationship bloom like the love between these two this Halloween.
We’re not worthy! But you might be just the right couple to pull off this Wayne’s World costume set. This totally righteous costume comes with a black wig, blonde wig, Wayne’s World Hat, drum sticks and glasses. The ripped jeans and flannel shirts are you to you.
Whether you’re a dunker or a twister, there’s no denying how tasty this milk and cookie costume looks. Just like a cold glass of milk and a warm chocolate chip cookie, you’re the perfect pair, and there’s no better way to express that this Halloween than by rocking this costume. The best part? One size fits both adults, so you can swap who gets to play what halfway through the night.
52. EraSpooky Couples Soap and Loofah Halloween Costume
OLDIE BUT GOODIE
Rub a dub-dub with this great loofah and bubbles costume combination. This sudsy set features one soap costume and one loofah costume. Add clear balloons to act as bubbles to make the costume complete. This set is sure to be a winner year after year.
A captain and his first officer, taking Halloween by storm! With these Kirk and Spock costumes, you’ll be ready to steer the USS Enterprise toward the good guys and defeat the bad ones with ease. These uniform shirts feature the official Starfleet uniform in the commander-status gold and first-officer blue. You’ll pass the legitimacy test with all true Trekkies and rock this spooky holiday with this simple, comfortable costume.
Flinstones! Meet the Flinstones! They’re the modern stone-age couple who’s going to rock this Halloween. This lovable duo charmed all of us on TV, and now you can dress up as them with your S.O and channel those Bedrock vibes in these over-the-top full-outfit costumes. Complete with Wilma’s pearls and Fed’s teal necktie, you’ll get the details exactly right and dazzle everyone you come across.
If you want something simple that you can just throw on, this s’mores outfit is a great couples’ Halloween costume pick. Pull on these graham cracker tunics over your clothes and make it as easy as possible on yourselves while still rocking a costume everyone will recognize. Each one includes two shoulder straps for a comfortable fit, and the size will fit most body types so that you can switch back and forth between chocolate and marshmallow.
Thank you for being a frieeeend! Although not a couple’s costume set, per se, this set would be tons of fun for two couples or a group of friends. Packaged as a set, these four Golden Girls’ inspired costumes include an ensemble and wig for each character from the iconic ’80s television show. There’s also a pair of glasses and a costume purse for the role of Sophia. Naturally.
Dress as everybody’s favorite breakfast: avocado toast. You and bae will have stomachs growling as you step into the room with your toast and avocado get-ups on. These costumes are easy to put on and wear on any occasion.
Go super religious this year dressed as a priest and nun. Made of 100% polyester, the priest costume comes with a robe and belt, while the nun’s set features a dress, collar, tabard, hood, and veil.
