Style Icons to Emulate This Halloween
These style icons are the perfect inspiration for your next Halloween party look.
Halloween is fast approaching, and with it, the opportunity for wonderful celebrity-inspired costumes. Across the ages, many have risen to become certifiable style icons. We've waded through the golden age of Hollywood, into the era of streetwear, and are now emerging into something grand and avant-garde.
Yet, not every celebrity is ripe for Halloween emulation. It takes someone with a distinct, recognizable look to be a good choice and L'OFFICIEL has picked just the people. Starting with some darlings of the silver screen, and ending with a few current starlets, find your perfect Halloween costume so you can start hunting down the necessary garments.
Princess Diana
Princess Diana left a permanent mark on Buckingham Palace. And recently, everything from her personal legacy to iconic street style has been splashed all over the news. She has a few choice options for Halloween. The first would be what is known as the "revenge dress," a striking black number. Or, you could opt for her casual attire, a pair of bike shorts with a pullover and enviable pixie cut.
Bianca Jagger
Bianca Jagger was one of the Studio 54 crew, a hopping club in New York City that birthed an entire era of fashion. Jagger could be counted on for glitzy dresses, enviable suits, or to ride in unexpectedly on a white horse. Another great option would be her black Met Gala look, which was recently recreated by Kaia Gerber.
Rihanna
Rihanna is perhaps the most well-known style icon of the modern era. There are entire pages dedicated to the phenomenon in which something is ugly "until Rihanna wears it." If one were to try and dress up as this beauty, you could chase her layered, urban streetwear. Or, you could try your hand at one of her recognizable red carpet moments, like the enormous yellow cape she wore to the Met Gala. Mothers-to-be looking for a potential Halloween costume can recreate one of her iconic maternity looks like that pink puffer coat look.
Cher
Cher is an enduring Halloween staple. Even celebrities, from Kim Kardashian to Dua Lipa, have put on Cher-inspired looks. If you want to give it a go, make sure the outfit glitters and is even more outrageous than you think the night requires. Bonus points if you can get someone to go with you as Sonny.
Audrey Hepburn
With her plethora of iconic on-screen looks, Audrey Hepburn doesn't get enough credit for being a style star in her own right. She perfected the well-tailored, chic aesthetic, and you would be hard-pressed to find a photo of her looking anything less than put together. To emulate Hepburn, go for a sleek, monochromatic look complete with bushy, straight eyebrows.
Harry Styles
If there is one thing to say about Harry Styles, it's that he picks a look and sticks to it. So dedicated to an aesthetic is he that it's hard to look at a printed suit or pair of high-waisted slacks without thinking of the singer. For Halloween, we suggest a suit and pussy blouse. Or if that's too dressy, throw on some slacks, a nice sweater vest, and a string of pearls. Think Mr. Rogers but with a bit of rock'n'roll.
David Bowie
David Bowie developed an enormous portfolio of looks over the course of his career. He did everyone a Halloween mitzvah by donning that legendary streak of lightning across his face. It's a costume all by itself. But, if you wish to go the extra mile, there are plenty of outrageous tour looks for you to pick from at your leisure.
Prince
A curly mullet, a purple outfit, and a whole lot of attitude: these are the essentials for any worthy Prince costume. The singer did not shy away from avant-garde clothing in his personal life or on stage. His whole life was an enthralling performance. To master the Prince aesthetic, find some lace, round sunglasses, and a curling iron.
Grace Jones
Grace Jones was one of the best to ever do it. Her look was so distinct, so severe, and totally captivating. This costume is best for those rocking a short haircut, or even better, a flat top. Top that off with some '80s-style makeup: eyebrow-high blue shadow, lots of blush, and skinny brows. Then put on your best clubbing outfit.
Kim Kardashian
Kim Kardashian and her family have revolutionized modern fashion. Whether it's Yeezy-era earth tones or curve-friendly streetwear, we all know what Kardashian style looks like. To get the look, throw together a hip-hugging street look and flat iron your hair until it sizzles. If your locks don't reach your butt, invest in extensions.
Twiggy
You may know her as Twiggy, or the girl with huge, accentuated eyes. The distinctive liner and faux lower lash look are really the crux of this costume, but you would do well to pair it with some mod styling. Twiggy was frequently spotted in a mini A-line dress and kitten heels. Top the look off with your hair pulled up to mimic her pixie, or if that's already your cut, you're good to go!
James Dean
The most important piece of the James Dean costume is a red jacket. If it happens to be a Member's Only piece, you're absolutely golden. Then, slick your hair back into a subtle peak. Dean was a heartthrob in his day, and nailing his laid-back, self-conscious attitude is half the battle. Add a cigarette hanging conspicuously from your lips and you've done it.
Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish may have recently adopted a new look, but the baggy, designer clothes from her teenage years are still the most recognizable. She strutted down many a red carpet in matching, oversized sets. You may not be able to get custom Gucci or Burberry on such short notice, but any sweatsuit should do. Add some green streaks on top to make the look absolutely unmissable.