39 red hair Halloween costumes that are pure fire
Redheads, unite!
It's very likely you're here because you 1) have red hair and want it to be part of your Halloween costume this year, or 2) you really fancy wearing a red wig this Halloween. Either way, there's plenty of red-haired Halloween costume inspo to go around.
To kick things off, we've pulled together all the best redhead Halloween costumes from movies and TV shows, to our fave redheaded celebrities. Thankfully, there are sooooo many iconic stars to imitate, from the fictional (like Jessica Rabbit) to IRL celebs like Lindsay Lohan and ofc, Ginger Spice. Plus, you've got Riverdale actress Madelaine Petsch on your side and she absolutely nails a redheaded Halloween costume every. single. year! Whether you're working with a shorter cut, long lengths, curls, or waves, you'll find a famous redhead on this list that'll work for you, including red hair shades that range from soft auburn to fire-engine-red.
If you want even more costume ideas for Halloween 2025, we've also got costumes that nail the biggest pop culture refs, couples' costumes, group costumes, sexy costumes, and even costumes for blondes. Left it to the last minute? Don't worry, we've got you covered with last-minute outfit ideas, too.
Daphne Blake from Scooby Doo
Go solo in an all-purple 'fit, or get your friends to play Velma, Shaggy, Fred, and Scooby so you have the whole gang for a group costume.
Chappell Roan
Chappell Roan is the pop girly we all needed. Dressing up as the fiery redhead will ensure you're looking H-O-T-T-O-G-O this Halloween.
Poison Ivy
Live out your villain dreams in a green and leafy getup.
Pebbles Flintstone
The red-headed daughter of the famous Flintstone family sure does make for an adorable (and totally colourful) outfit. Just don't forget to finish the look off with a decorative bone in your hair. We'll let that detail slide this time around, Hailey.
Ginger Spice
A Union Jack dress and platform boots will perfectly complement your 'do.
Blossom from The Powerpuff Girls
This one is a major throwback to the Cartoon Network show. While this look works best as a three-person Halloween costume, there's no mistaking that big red bow and pink dress.
Chucky
![chucky the doll costume](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/amal-fashanu-attends-the-haunted-house-of-friends-halloween-news-photo-1723668257.jpg?crop=1.00xw:0.968xh;0,0.0208xh "Casamigos Tequila Presents "Haunted House Of Friends" Halloween Party")
Whether you opt to be a sexy version of this killer doll or a scary version, you’ll have a great time in these signature overalls and stripes.
Lola from Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen
🎶That girl was a one-time teenage drama queen🎶 Channel your inner Lola and get ready to be a DIY queen to achieve this iconic look from the movie.
Lola from Shark Tale
Who knew that an animated fish could be such a baddie? Lola was truly *that* girl.
Lily Bloom from It Ends with Us
This one's for the strawberry blonde girlies. Lily Bloom's style in this controversial Colleen Hoover adaptation is...interesting, to say the least. And that's exactly what makes it such a good costume idea!!
Mad Hatter from Alice in Wonderland
Fab makeup skills help pull this off, but even if you're not that great (*raises hand*), put on your most eclectic outfit – accessorizing with a teacup, of course – and a giant top hat and people will get the gist.
Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
Throw on your best red gown and purple gloves, and you’ll be a dead ringer for this sexy cartoon.
Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus
This Sanderson sister arguably has the most iconic look of the movie thanks to her bright red hair and vivid green cape.
Leeloo from The Fifth Element
Calling all sci-fi geeks: This truly iconic costume is sure to make you stand out at your Halloween party.
Ariel from The Little Mermaid
The seashell bra and green tail are cute, but if you're going to do Ariel, then we suggest doing this Halle-inspired lewk from the Little Mermaid live-action movie.
Melissa Schemmenti from Abbott Elementary
To dress up as everyone's fave second-grade teacher, you'll need a fitted pantsuit, a lanyard, and plenty of attitude.
Cady Heron from Mean Girls
A very grool (and comfy) idea for you: Cady from Mean Girls, who has *tons* of iconic outfits – though the pink shirt she borrowed from Damian might be our fave.
Ziggy Stardust
What better way to show off your makeup skills than by dressing up as David Bowie's alter ego, Ziggy Stardust?
Ice Spice
Ice Spice has given us so many iconic Y2K outfits to work with, but ofc the star of the show for this costume is her fiery curls.
Anxiety from Inside Out 2
![special screening of disney and pixar](https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod/images/an-inside-out-fan-dressed-as-inside-out-character-anxiety-news-photo-1724694704.jpg?crop=0.813xw:0.801xh;0.136xw,0.0950xh "Special Screening Of Disney And Pixar's "Inside Out 2" With Dueling DJ Preshow And Special Appearance By Yvette Nicole Brown")
Which Inside Out 2 character are you? I'm 100 percent Anxiety, duh.
Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé.
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