The leaves are falling, the weather is getting cooler, and that means Spooky Season is upon us! There are so many new shows on TV with cool characters and even more unmistakable outfits. If you’re struggling to find your Halloween costume and want to throw together something that everyone would instantly recognize, here’s a guide to transforming into your favorite TV show characters from this year!
1. Carmy from "The Bear"
“The Bear” is undoubtedly one of the most critically-acclaimed shows on TV right now, and it only takes two simple steps to achieve the look of a renowned Chicago chef. To dress like Jeremy Allen White’s character Carmy, all you need is a simple white t-shirt and black jeans, and don’t forget the iconic blue apron! You can also spice up the look with some temporary tattoos on the arms if you’re going for the rugged chef look.
2. Tanya from "The White Lotus"
Even more iconic than Jennifer Coolidge’s amazing portrayal of Tanya, the self-absorbed heiress from both seasons of "The White Lotus", are her flowing dresses that billow in the Italian coast breeze. To dress like Tanya, wear a flowy Summer dress in a bright color! Top it off with a long headscarf, sparking heels, and wide frame sunglasses. If you can manage to find one, a moped finishes off the look, and you’ll be ready to go cruising along the coasts of Sicily.
3. Ted Lasso from "Ted Lasso"
This year might be the last year you get to dress as this iconic soccer coach seeing that the show has come to its last season. To dress up as Jason Sudeikis’s portrayal of Ted Lasso, you will need a blue striped track suit, tan khakis, and some nice white sneakers. The mustache and the perfectly coiffed hair is also a must!
4. Charles, Mabel, & Oliver from "Only Murders In The Building"
Did someone say "group costume"?! The hilarious trio from Hulu's “Only Murders In The Building” is perfect for your 3-person friend group. You can find all these items in your everyday wardrobe too! For Steve Martin and Martin Short’s characters, put on a nice dress shirt, a winter coat, and a signature scarf around your neck. For Selena Gomez’s character, put on your coziest winter clothes. An iconic look to go for is a yellow sweater and brown dress pants paired with a giant fluffy winter jacket. Be ready to face the chilly NYC weather. Don't forget the dip!
5. Janine Teagues from "Abbott Elementary"
If you’re looking for a more lowkey costume that you can put together quickly, Janine, the elementary school teacher from "Abbott Elementary", might be the right match for you. The key to achieve the Janine look is a long patterned skirt paired with a neutral tone turtleneck sweater and her signature blue lanyard, and you’ll be ready to march into your next function announcing that there will be a pop quiz!
6. Kendall Roy from "Succession"
By far the easiest costume on the list, all you need to do is look prepared to walk into a very important business meeting. A crisp collared shirt under a navy suit jacket and dark dress pants will help you achieve the look of the Roy sibling most fit for the throne to the media conglomerate Waystar Royco. You can also roll up with Kendall-level swagger with a simple Summer outfit consisting of a bright colored buttoned-down, khaki pants, dark sunglasses, and headphones (to make sure you look like you’re “in the zone”). If you’re going for more of a Wall Street Bro look, throw on a Patagonia sleeveless puffer jacket for good measure.
7. Party Down Catering from "Party Down"
Party Down Catering Company is the perfect costume if you have a large friend group. This group of eclectic event caterers have a simple clean look: a white button-down shirt, black pants, and the signature pink bowtie. You can spice up the look by throwing on a pink vest or carrying a tray of entrees into the room.
Happy Halloween!