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15 '90s-Inspired Halloween Costumes You'll Fall in Love With

From Britney Spears to Diana Ross, these getups are totally inspired by our favorite decade.

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There's no shortage of new costume ideas circulating the Internet, but one of our favorite things to do come the spooky season is look back at the greats of yesteryear. The resurgence of '90s-inspired fashion, brands, and even home decor has infiltrated the sartorial set, giving us plenty of fare for the forthcoming holiday. So if you love all things Britney Spears, Diana Ross, and Half-Shell Heroes as much we do, then look to the following '90s-inspired getups for this year's Halloween costume.

Dionne

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Everything we hold dear about the past comes back to Clueless, from the infamous quotes and Valley Girl verbiage to the stylish outfits and bold makeup. Lupita Nyong'o did Dionne justice in 2018.

Buttercup

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The Powerpuff Girls takes us way back to eating cereal with early morning cartoons on the weekends. The animated superhero series features three superstar girls, with the toughest and edgiest of the trio being Buttercup.

Pink Power Ranger

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Claudia Schiffer gave us endless inspiration for Halloween when she showed up to a party in 2017 dressed like the Pink Power Ranger, complete with neon-pink eye shadow and a matching hair bow.

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Iconic Britney Spears

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You can't go wrong with a little Britney; the singer inspired much of our youth. Dress as the pop idol by wearing a baby-pink tee while popping bubble gum, or go as her onstage goddess in a sparkling bra and sheer rhinestone pants.

Cruella de Vil

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We didn't know it was pure fashion when we were younger, but now Cruella de Vil is recognized as a style icon. Featured in 101 Dalmatians, Glenn Close proves that all you really need for this look is your favorite leopard-print coat and a lot of hairspray.

Carrie Bradshaw

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What would the '90s have been without the narrations and closet of NYC lover and shopaholic Carrie Bradshaw? The character played by Sarah Jessica Parker will forever go down as the best of all time. Find a frothy tutu to channel this iconic ballerina-inspired look.

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Céline Dion

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Our hearts will always follow Céline Marie Claudette Dion. The iconic superstar has given us hours of dance material, resulting in plenty of novice music videos filmed from the comfort of our pink bedroom. A fan of sheer dresses, Dion always stuns. All you'll need to achieve this look is a beach cover-up and platform heels.

Salt-N-Pepa

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Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, and Tina Lawson showed up for Halloween one year as American hip-hop girl group Salt-N-Pepa. Beside providing us with some of our favorite songs of all time, the hip-hop group has stocked us with super-'90s ensembles to copy.

Barbie

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When Rita Ora dressed up as Barbie in 2015, everyone applauded. That's how iconic the doll still is today. Pink, pink, plus more pink is the winning formula for this Halloween costume. Complete the look with a body-con dress and voluminous waves.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle

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Rihanna rocked a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle costume in 2014, and there's no way her "hero in a half shell" getup doesn't take you right back to when you knew every word of that turtle-power theme song.

Wednesday Addams

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This Halloween costume goes without explaining. Wednesday Addams was every creative girl's favorite rebel in the '90s. Just braid your hair and put on an unimpressed expression for this one.

Princess Diana

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We always revisit Princess Diana's most memorable looks, and one of our go-tos is her off-duty street style. Get out your neon bike shorts, dad sneakers, and a sweatshirt to re-create this errand-running outfit.

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Rachel Green

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Rachel Green, played by Jennifer Aniston, stole our hearts on Friends, a show many fans are begging to come back. Rachel often wore relatable, youthful looks that you probably already own, like this layered Cookie Monster ensemble.

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Cortne Bonilla is freelance writer who occasionally dabbles in party reporting. When she’s not writing, you can find her vintage shopping, sipping iced lattes, reading on the train, and indulging in Pilates. 

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