26 Brunette Halloween Costumes That Are Anything but Basic
Because I can't be Princess Belle again.
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When it comes to brunette Halloween costume suggestions, I've already heard it all. I've done Belle from Beauty and Beast, and I'm not even going to pretend that Princess Leia from Star Wars scratches my creative itch. They're obviously classics for a reason, but this year, I want to wear something that actually breaks the mold a little. You know, something where you won't run into three people dressed in your exact costume on October 31. You get it!
If you're in dire need of a fun and unique brunette Halloween costume idea, look no further. I rounded up a bunch pop culture costumes, celebrity costumes, and even funny costumes that'll work if you've got dark hair or are wanting to rock a brunette wig for the night. There's something for every hair length and vibe, from classic icons like Selena and Holly Golightly to Disney characters and movie heroines.
Ready to check buying a Halloween costume off of your list? Read on!
Suki in 2 Fast 2 Furious
Devon Aoki as Suki in 2 Fast 2 Furious is as cool as it gets, especially if you love a Y2K vibe. Layer two colorful tank tops, grab some pink leather pants, and then find a hot pink car to take a picture next to.
Camila Dunne from Daisy Jones & The Six
There's Daisy Jones, of course, but Camila Dunne was the real glue that held the band together and she had some of the best looks in the show. To recreate her style, just rock some '70s-inspired clothes this spooky season like this turtleneck and suede belted skirt.
Catwoman from The Batman
Zoë Kravitz's iteration of the classic Catwoman takes your basic cat Halloween costume to cooler new heights. You can do this Selina Kyle style with a cat mask and fishnets.
The Muses from Hercules
Get all the besties together and go as this group of Greek goddesses from Hercules in pretty white dresses that you probably already own. Bonus points if you all can harmonize!
Betty Boop
If you’re rocking super-short hair, Halloween 2025 is the perfect time to channel Betty Boop à la actress Mae Questel, who voiced the cartoon character. Style some sleek finger waves, draw on pencil-thin brows, slip into a classic red dress, and get ready to charm the night with her iconic “Boop Oop A Doop!”
Priscilla Presley from Priscilla
If you want your brunette hair to really be put on display, the best way to do it is to channel Priscilla Presley. Her 'do is always teased to the heavens, and this look from the Priscilla movie is such a fun way to dress as her.
Selena Quintanilla's Sparkly Astrodome Look
An iconic look! Pay tribute to the late singer with her iconic Houston Astrodome tour outfit. Don't have bangs? You can order some on Amazon, they're even available with Prime shipping in case you decide on this costume at the last minute.
Isis from Bring It On
Say it with us now: "Brrrr! It's cold in here. There must be some Clovers in the atmosphere!" The Clovers green cheer uniform is far superior to the Toros' uniform, just saying.
Olivia Rodrigo at Sour Prom
You already know you'll see a bunch of cheerleading uniforms and sticker-covered faces for Halloween (just like last year), so how about a little Sour Prom moment for an Olivia Rodrigo costume instead?
Elaine from the The Love Witch
Let me know why I don't see Elaine from The Love Witch more often?! It's such an easy costume to recreate—all you need is bright blue eyeshadow, a matching blue top, cat-eye liner, and a mesmerizing pendant necklace.
Mia Wallace from Pulp Fiction
Probably one of the most recognizable looks on this list, but it's still not too overplayed: Mia Wallace from Pulp Fiction. You may need to pull out the wig for this one to really nail the bob, but the only other thing required is a white button-down.
Katherine Pierce from Vampire Diaries
Take the classic vampire Halloween costume, and make it a lil more fun by channeling Vampire Diaries antagonist Katherine Pierce. Fans of the show love to hate her, but she has some iconic looks—especially this one from the masquerade episode.
Fran from The Nanny
To get into character as Fran, start with big (and I mean big) brown hair and some flashy '90s fashion like this dress with her signature cheetah print. The accent is key, too.
Samara from The Ring
It's been nearly 20 years since this movie first came out, and to this day, if someone flips their brown hair in front of their face, your mind goes straight to this horror film. It's an easy look to recreate, too.
Jenna Rink from 13 Going on 30
This iconic dress is perfect for dancing the night away and showing off those "Thriller" moves just like Jenna in the movie. Get ready to be thirty, flirty, and thriving!
Maddy from Euphoria
Maddy is and will always be that girl. If you're ready to go looking for Nate at a house party in this all-black number, make sure you flex those makeup skills with winged eyeliner and tons of sparkle to make your eyes pop.
Jackie Burkhart from That '70s Show
If you're dying to channel some '70s vibes for your Halloween costume, let Jackie with her roller skates and rainbow socks be your outfit inspo. Don't forget to feather out your hair!
Mia Thermopolis from The Princess Diaries
Go as Mia before her makeover if you've got a school uniform hanging around, or go with the royal post-makeover version if you want to get all formal with your costume.
Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's
As we all saw during the party scene in Big Little Lies season one, Audrey Hepburn has a lot of looks to pull from. This Holly Golightly outfit from Breakfast at Tiffany's is just one, if you want to go classic.
Emily Cooper from 'Emily in Paris'
Channeling your inner Emily Cooper is the perfect way to prepare for the next chapter in Emily's whirlwind of a story. Pick your perfect blazer, heels, and beret, and don't be afraid to play around with patterns (for authenticity purposes).
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