Halloween is right around the corner, and if you’re still staring at your closet wondering who you’re going to be this year, I’ve got you covered!
This year, let the stars choose!
There’s a costume out there that matches each zodiac sign perfectly.
Below, you’ll find an idea for every zodiac sign, along with realistic tips for pulling it off!
1. Aries: Amazon Warrior
Aries, you’re the first sign of the zodiac, and it should show! Why not go as an Amazon warrior?!
This costume is all passion and power! Amazonian women were as unapologetic as you are.
Start with a brown or two-piece or a short tunic dress, which you can find at most thrift stores.
Add leather details with a wide belt, cuffs, and maybe a strappy pair of boots.
Accessories are the magical part! A gold armband and a prop sword or spear make it feel real.
Spray-painted metallic gold is a fantastic budget trick for armor-style bracers.
Finish with bold red lipstick and some war paint.
Walk in like you own the room, because, how else would you do it?
2. Taurus: Aphrodite
Taurus, you’re ruled by Venus, which means the goddess of love is your alter ego!
For this year’s costume, you’ll want to channel your inner Aphrodite!
Make it flowy and dreamy. A white, cream, or blush gown is your base, and you can often get one secondhand.
Can’t find a gown? Drape a long piece of sheer fabric over a simple slip dress and pin it at the shoulders!
Make sure to add glitter, and lots of it. Dust shimmer on your collarbones, shoulders, and cheekbones so you glow like you just stepped out of the sea foam.
Add a gold crown, a few seashell or pearl accessories, and braids pinned into a soft updo.
Gold sandals and a dramatic cuff bracelet finish the look.
3. Gemini: The Two-Faced Clown
Gemini, you’ve got two sides, so that should be the whole concept of your costume!
A two-faced clown is such a fun choice!
This look is eerie and retro at once. The easiest way to pull it off is a split face makeup.
Do one half in classic clown colors, with a bright red cheek and a sweet smile. Do the other half in spooky black and white, with a hollow eye, a stitched smirk, and a gray cheek.
Cream face paint and a makeup sponge are all you really need.
Mismatched clothes and accessories will take it to another level.
Split your wig down the middle with two colors, or just wear a ruffled collar.
4. Cancer: Tradwife
Cancer, you’re the homebody of the zodiac, so let’s lean all the way into the tradwife stereotype!
Make the costume vintage and over the top!
A fifties style dress with a nipped waist and a full skirt is the foundation, and thrift stores are full of them.
Florals and pastel shades do a lot for this concept. Tie on a frilly apron, curl your hair into soft waves, and add pearls and red lipstick.
The props are what make it land!
Carry a tray of cookies or keep a wooden spoon tucked in your apron pocket.
It’s cozy and funny, and totally you.
5. Leo: Royalty
Isn’t royalty the only obvious costume for you?
But here’s the fun part: build the whole look around the color orange, which feels like fire and a lion’s mane.
A gown in burnt orange is stunning, and prom dresses or bridesmaid dresses from secondhand shops are perfect and budget-friendly.
Layer on a faux fur collar or a velvet cape to feel regal.
Use gold glitter on your eyelids, cheeks, and shoulders. A tiara is a given, and you can easily make your own or buy a prop.
Get yourself some chunky gold jewelry, such as layered necklaces and big rings.
Let yourself be noticed!
6. Virgo: A Roman Matron
Virgo, your love for details will make putting this accurate costume together a real joy!
Forget the toga party version everyone goes for when they want to look Roman.
A Roman matron wore a long, simple tunic, topped with a draped garment, and a shawl over everything.
You can mimic this with a long, plain dress in cream toned fabric, a second sleeveless layer in a soft color, and a big rectangular scarf draped over your shoulders.
Belt it under the bust with a simple cord.
For hair, research Roman styles, like braids coiled and pinned at the back, which are easy with bobby pins and patience.
Keep your jewelry simple; a bronze brooch or a chain necklace will do the trick.
Flat leather sandals complete the look.
Let anyone who’s confused about the costume learn something new!
7. Libra: A Glowing Butterfly
Libra, a glowing pastel butterfly is a perfect match for a sign as social as you!
Iniziare con pastel wings, which are easy to buy or make.
For the color, prioritize soft pinks, lavenders, mint, and baby blue.
Wear a flowy dress as your base, and don’t forget the flow.
Battery powered fairy lights woven through your wings or around your waist look magical in the dark.
Glow in the dark face paint or UV makeup on your cheeks makes it stand out even more.
Iridescent glitter and little antennae on a headband pull the whole thing together.
Keep the wings lightweight and sturdy so you can stay comfortable.
8. Scorpio: Queen of the Damned
Scorpio, you’re a mysterious and dangerous sign, so Akasha from Queen of the Damned fits you perfectly!
This vampire queen costume is iconic, and it’s very doable.
Ancient Egyptian goddess meets gothic royalty, and I can’t tell which of those two elements is more fun to put together!
Build your base with a gold two piece set, plus a sheer cape or shawl for drama.
Layer heavy gold jewelry, including a wide collar necklace, arm cuffs, and statement rings.
Makeup needs to be on point. Go for dramatic winged eyeliner in gold and black, bronzed skin, and a deep berry lip.
A dark wig with a gold headpiece pulls it all together.
Vampire fangs are the easiest part.
Most of this can come from your own closet and some creativity. Stay moody and pay tribute to Aaliyah!
9. Sagittarius: Elven Archer
Sagittarius, you’re the adventurer of the zodiac, and your sign is literally an archer. A Tolkien style elf costume is a logical choice!
Start with a long, flowing in forest green or soft gray.
Thrift stores and renaissance fair sellers have great options, and a simple belted dress works too.
Add a long cloak, leather bracers, and tall boots for that woodland feel.
Pointed elf ears are cheap and make a huge difference, and lash glue keeps them in place.
Let your hair fall long and loose, but braid small sections back.
Non dimenticate il vostro bow and arrow!
Take epic photos!
10. Capricorn: Go for the Horns!
Capricorn, your symbol is the sea goat, so why not go for the horns?
You can take this in a few directions, from cute to devilish a fantasy faun.
Horn headbands are inexpensive and easy to find, or you can sculpt your own from air dry clay and paint them gold.
Want the faun look? Add a fur vest, brown tights, and fuzzy boots. Want the devil look? Try a red blazer dress and a tail made from a stuffed stocking.
Earthy makeup in brown and a hint of gold suits your element.
Make sure your horns sit comfortably; you don’t want to have to take them down in the middle of the party.
11. Aquarius: A Fortune Teller
Aquarius, you’re famously free spirited, so a bohemian fortune teller costume is so you.
E' mistico and full of personality.
Layer a long, tiered skirt with a peasant blouse or off the shoulder top in rich jewel tones, like purple, teal, and deep red.
Tie a patterned scarf around your head or hips. Then go wild with accessories: stacks of bangles, chunky rings, long layered necklaces, and big dangly earrings!
Thrift shops will love to see you coming!
Carry a tarot deck a crystal ball.
Smoky eyeshadow and painted stars or moons on your cheeks complete the mystic look.
Maybe try reading people’s fortune at the party!
12. Pisces: Spectral Sea Spirit
Pisces, you’re an otherworldly soul. A spectral, flowy costume is made for you.
You might go as a ghostly sea spirit, drifting through the night.
Your base is layers upon layers of sheer fabric in white, pale blue, and silver.
Chiffon and tulle are affordable, and you can buy a few yards of each and simply drape them over a plain dress.
Rip the hems a little for a haunted look. Sleeves that trail behind you as you walk add instant movement!
For makeup, go pale and shimmery.
Tiny fish scale sequins or glitter around your eyes nod to your sign.
Wavy hair is the way to go!
A little Aquarius, devoted to writing and embroidery. Through my writing, I hope to empower readers to align with their true selves and navigate life’s mysteries with confidence.