It’s spooky season, and you know what that means— a bunch of people searching for costumes last minute; and I’m sick of it. Can we all get on the same page about Halloween costumes this year? I’ve been on a quest to find the most popular 2024 Halloween costumes, and let me tell you, I think I’ve hit the jackpot. When it comes to dressing up, people either go all out or do the bare minimum. It’s 2024, people! Being the Joker or Harley Quinn is old news. Prisoner and cop? Come on. Yawn. To whoever is going as a witch this year, please, go back to the drawing board. Now, I’m not saying to go full Heidi Kulm (that worm suit was a tad scary), but let’s show a little creativity. 

First, to acknowledge all the new entertainment we were given this year. Whether you are a reality television junkie or a part of a fiction fan base, these characters are icons and are dying to be recreated as costumes. Let’s take the popular Netflix and Peacock show, Love Island. The contestants in the villa this season would make bombshell costumes. Rob from seasons 5 and 6 better be everywhere I look this Halloween season. Not only is he making a fashion statement by bringing back overalls and cowboy boots, but his entire closet can be found on Amazon. Add a few temporary snake tattoos, and voila! Also from Love Island, Kordell had some stand-out outfits. On the first day of set, he wore a neon green suit, blinged out with diamond chains, and freshly braided hair. Fast forward to the reunion after the show aired, he popped out wearing a brown sweater vest over a white long-sleeve shirt, and long jean shorts with patchwork. And, who can forget his large-and-in-charge hat? If you’re a Love Island fan, these are the costumes for you.

Netflix also came out with a five-star documentary series on the Dallas Cowboys’ cheerleaders. I am predicting that there will be an abundance of Dallas cheerleaders this year. These American Sweethearts are known for their blue sparkly uniforms, almost knee-high boots, and perfectly curled blowouts. Yes, I’m jealous, but that’s not the point! These cheerleaders are pleasing to the eye, so what girl wouldn’t want to be them? (Extra points if you break out into a high kick line.)

Is Barbie still popular? I suppose, but let’s move on from her. Deadpool and Wolverine are easily taking over cinema. Being Deadpool this Halloween gives you a multitude of costume choices. Baby Deadpool? Done. Zen Deadpool? Also covered. Deadpool with a Blake-Lively-looking ponytail? Duh. Oh, Logan is also an option. Blue, yellow, long fingernails… yeah, we get it. Personally, I would love to see Peter. We can’t forget about the heroic Peter. Thank you, Rob Delaney. 

Next in line is the music industry. Each year, I feel that there are always solid singers as options for Halloween costumes. I’ve seen multiple Taylor Swift’s, Steve Lacy’s, Billie Eilish’s, and so on. This year, however, to reduce the number of duplicates, I propose we think more outside of the box. I’m getting a sense that Chappel Roan is going to make an appearance. Not only is her single HOT TO GO a raging banger right now, but she is a fashion idol! I can see it now; Girls of every age with red, curly-haired wigs, and blue corsets with Chappel Roan sashes running the streets, trick-or-treating or partying the night away at house parties. 

Another singer I fear will make the Halloween costume list this year. Black eye makeup and glitter will be sold out of every party store for miles. Hair gel will be scarce. Rhinestones will need to be grown on trees to get the next supply of them. If you haven’t caught my drift yet, I’m talking about the one and only: Jojo Siwa. Specifically, Jojo Siwa from her Karma release. Apparently, it’s not just a phase. Dressing as Jojo Siwa will be the talk of the town, causing laughter and slight concern. At least this costume isn’t basic. Vampires and zombies got nothing on Ms. Siwa.

It wouldn’t be an American Halloween without making fun of our political faces. Whether you lean left or right, it’s quite easy to impersonate one of the presidential candidates. If you wish to be Joe Biden, just make yourself look old and maybe fall once or twice to really sell it. Kamala Harris can also be played with. Her popular meme, “You think you just fell out of a coconut tree” can be used to make your youthful neighbors laugh. As for Donald Trump, just match a red baseball hat and blue blazer with an accent! For those who really want to cause a stir, keep the hat but ditch the suit. Try on a prisoner uniform or wear black and white stripes. (This is the only prisoner outfit I’ll be accepting, by the way.)

This summer, we celebrated athletes around the globe as they competed in Paris for the Olympics. This Halloween, I predict that Australia will get a whole lot more publicity. Rachel Gunn, also known as RayGun, took the world by surprise. She has been ranked as the number one female breakdancer globally. RayGun screams 2024 Halloween costume! Dressing all in green, with hints of yellow and a visor, could make you the top breakdancer in the world. 

Watch out for these 2024 pop culture costumes. This is the year of going all out. Now that I’ve given some great recommendations and predictions, you have no choice but to dress up. Don’t be one of those people who say they’re “too old to dress up.” Don’t think you’re too cool to participate in Halloween; you are way cooler if you do.