If you're a redhead, these Halloween costumes were made for you
Odds are you've landed here because you 1) have red hair and want it to be part of your Halloween costume this year, or 2) you want to wear a red wig and just effing go for it this Halloween. Either way, you'll find that there's plenty of red-hair Halloween costume inspo to go around.
To get you started, we've rounded up all the best redhead Halloween costumes from movies and TV shows to our fave redheaded celebrities. Luckily, there are so many iconic stars to imitate, like Jessica Rabbit, any Lindsay Lohan look and ofc, Ginger Spice. Plus, you've got Riverdale actress Madelaine Petsch on your side who 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.
And if you want even more Halloween ideas for the spooky occasion, we've also got costumes that nail the biggest pop culture refs, couples' costumes, group costumes, sexy costumes, and even costumes for blondes (ya know, if you want to see if they really do have more fun). 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 2024 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 costume works best with a group of three, there's no mistaking that big, red bow and pink dress.
Chucky
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 'toon.
Winifred Sanderson from Hocus Pocus
This Sanderson sister arguably has the most iconic look of the movie thanks to her bright red hair and her 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
Which Inside Out 2 character are you? I'm 100 percent Anxiety, duh.
Roxanne from A Goofy Movie
Dressing up as Max's crush only requires a teal T-shirt, a lil face paint, and a stack of books to hug to your chest. Done!
Cheryl Blossom from Riverdale
Channel your best Cheryl Blossom with a Vixens cheer uniform, red lips, and plenty of sass.
Princess Fiona from Shrek
Whether you decide to go with the princess version or the ogre version, all you really need for this one is a green dress, a crown, and a long braid.
Miss Sara Bellum from The Powerpuff Girls
Dressing up as Blossom is the obvious choice for a redheaded Powerpuff Girl-themed costume, but tbh, taking on the fiery Miss Sara Bellum is WAY more fun.
Kim Possible
Break out your stealth moves – and cargo pants – to be this animated crime fighter for Halloween.
Max Mayfield from Stranger Things
Wear a track jacket, blue jeans, and sneakers to transform into Max from the hit Netflix show. And don't forget your headphones to protect yourself from Vecna!!
Pennywise from IT
Want to scare the crap out of everyone? Dress up like the murderous Pennywise from IT (and don't forget your red balloon!).
Sansa Stark from Game of Thrones
This show ended a while ago now, but it remains in the hearts of true fans forever. Sansa is definitely a badass redhead in the series, and you can really put your DIY skills to the test to replicate her outfits.
Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas
She may be the creation of a mad scientist, but Sally's patchwork rag doll dress is kinda cute, no?
Myrtle Snow from American Horror Story: Coven
Say it with us now: Balenciaga!!!
Darla Sherman from Finding Nemo
She may not be the worst Disney villain of all time, but Darla is definitely up there.
Magenta from The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Magenta's maid 'fit is so easy to create for Halloween—though teasing your hair to this volume will probs take some work.
Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow
A tight leather outfit might be the perfect warm costume if it's freezing on Halloween this year. Then keep your hair in loose waves...and maybe sharpen up your combat skills?
Wanda Maximoff/Scarlet Witch
Another redheaded Avenger: Scarlet Witch. You just need to rock a red leotard, headpiece, and cape and pretend you can conjure red beams from your hands.
Rose DeWitt Bukater from Titanic
Just be careful of any rogue icebergs if you decide to take on this costume.
Lucy Ricardo from I Love Lucy
Hijinks will most likely ensue when you put on a ’50s-inspired costume from one of the most famous sitcoms in history.
Princess Merida from Brave
Okay, but who wouldn't want to dress up as one of the most badass Disney princesses of all time?
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