These Are the 14 Must-Have Pop Culture Costumes of 2023

Queen Bey had so many different looks at her summer Renaissance tour, but just by building an ensemble of icy silver, you really can’t go wrong.

These are a no-brainer. Go as a couples' costume or go it as just Barbie because she's Barbie and he's just Ken. There’s endless looks to mine from the movie or the history of iconic Barbie outfits. Weird Barbie or any one of her variations is also an option.

Don your best black goth frock to dress as the lead character of the Netflix series, based on the Addams Family franchise. You can go as fancy dancing Wednesday, casual hoodie Wednesday or school suit Wednesday. Just make it dark.

M3gan, the killer AI doll from the Blumhouse film, so deceptively sweet, is all about long honey locks, big lashes and a dress with enough swing for dancing. A big bow, white tights and black Mary Janes complete the look.

Beetlejuice is back! Thanks to a hit Broadway show and upcoming sequel (not to mention a recent viral story), the 1988 movie is having a moment. Put on a zebra striped suit and a green wig or shake it like señora and dress like Lydia Deetz. It’s showtime!

The biggest entertainment earner of the year, Taylor Swift, is everywhere. Luckily, she has so many eras to choose from, so pick an album and go for the vibe. Whether it’s "Midnights" sequins or cozy "Evermore" flannel, you’ll never go out of style. Extra points if your date goes as Travis Kelce, Swift’s current headline-making squeeze.

No, not Cocaine Bear — this one is a chef and not a bear at all. One of the easiest costumes you’ll find, recreate the look of Carmy from FX’s kitchen drama, “The Bear.” You’ll need a blue apron, white t-shirt and a look of constant terror.

Halle Bailey was a mermaid for a new generation. Copy her lovely Ariel look with a red wig, a green pencil skirt and a purple bikini top. Some stuffed sea creatures in tow will reinforce the theme.

The video game characters and stars of this summer’s "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" would be a great couples' costumer or friend group costume, especially if you add in Princess Peach and Bowser. Overalls with either red or green shirts and caps plus handlebar mustaches get the job done.

Party store crowns and capes take on a whole new title this year after the coronation of the new British royals, King Charles and Queen Camilla. It’s a couples’ costume fit for a king and queen.

Take some dirty clothes, rub some more dirt on them, and you’ve got the perfect look for TV’s apocalyptic video-game inspired "Last of Us." Bonus points if your friend will dress up as a killer mushroom and chase you around all night.

Cats were all over the red carpet at the Met Gala this year, in honor of honoree Karl Lagerfeld’s beloved pet, Choupette. Both Jared Leto and Doja Cat nodded to the all-white feline in their chosen looks so it would be interesting to see how you could adapt Choupette to your party ensemble.

Get Vespa-ready like Jennifer Coolidge’s HBO drama-inspired look. Tanya is decked in all hot pink for her big day out, plus a headkerchief and giant sunglasses. Bellissima!

Riahnna made pregnancy look effortless with red coveralls at February’s Super Bowl. You can use this costume to debut your own bump or to just stay warm in layers.