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40 Best 90s Costume Ideas

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With the resurgence of 90s fashion, Halloween presents the perfect opportunity to embrace your favorite 90s aesthetic. These 90s costume ideas will ensure you're the life of the party.

Whether you're looking for a group costume or need a unique couples costume idea, there are plenty of throwback costumes to choose from!

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BFF Costumes

1. Daria and Jane from Daria

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Misery loves company, but you don't have to tell Daria and Jane that! It is the basis of their entire friendship, after all.

This Halloween costume is simple, timeless, and gives you the perfect excuse to test out your witticism.

Hibelle Women's Outdoor Full-Zip Thermal Fleece Jacket with Pockets

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2. Cher and Dion from Clueless

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Keeping Clueless off the list? As if!

Women's Notionless Valley Girl Costume

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Clueless Dee Women's Costume

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3. Salt-N-Pepa

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Take a page out of Beyoncé’s book and make your own spin (pun absolutely intended) on this iconic hip-hop group!

EOSIEDUR Women's One Piece Tracksuit

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4. Tia and Tamera from Sister Sister

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Looking for a 90s costume that hasn’t been done a million times over? Opt for Sister, Sister.

Riders by Lee Indigo Women's Denim Jacket

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5. Wayne and Garth from Waynes World

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Headbang along to "Bohemian Rhapsody" as Wayne and Garth for Halloween.

TV Store Wayne's World Garth and Wayne Costume Set

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6. Beavis and Butthead

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Beavis and Butthead are Mike Judges' best characters. Prove me wrong.

Butthead Adult Costume Set

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Beavis Adult Costume Set

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7. Kimmy and DJ from Full House

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Kimmy and DJ had the 90s aesthetic down pat.

Whaline 12 Pack Hair Scrunchies Premium Velvet Scrunchy Elastic Hair Bands for Girls

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8. Romy and Michele from Romy and Michele's High School Reunion

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Have a Romy and Michele Day!

California Costumes Hs Reunion Mini-Dress Adult Costume

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California Costumes Hs Reunion Mini-Dress Adult Costume

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9. Jay and Silent Bob

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Strike Back as Jay and Silent Bob this Halloween!

Jay and Silent Bob Adult Jay Costume

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Fun Costumes Men's Silent Bob Costume

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Couples Costumes

10. Lola and Bugs from Space Jam

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Listen. Space Jam was the absolute best movie ever created. Prove me wrong.

Space Jam Tune Squad Varsity Costume Top and Shorts Set

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TUEIKGU Bugs 1 Space Men's Movie Jersey

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11. Dr. Grant and Dr. Sattler from Jurassic Park​

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You’ll be the hottest paleontologist in this 90s costume!

Women's Paleontologist Costume

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12. Doug Funnie and Patti Mayonnaise

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Doug was iconic, and this costume is too.

IZOD Men's Premium Essentials Solid V-Neck 12 Gauge Sweater Vest

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HÖTER Afro Curly Clown Wig

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13. Barbie and Ken

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Come on, Barbie, let's go party!

Barbie Box Adult Costume

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RASTA IMPOSTA Barbie Ken Doll Box Costume

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14. Scully and Mulder

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What better 90s costume than the FBI’s Most Unwanted?

Seven20 The X-Files Dana Scully ID Lanyard with Charm

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Underground Toys X-Files Fox Mulder ID Lanyard

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15. Phil and Lil from Rugrats

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Bonus costume: add the rest of the Rugrats crew for a group costume!

Phil Lil Halloween Costume T-Shirt

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16. Misty and Ash from Pokémon

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Settle some scores and catch some Pokémon as Ash and Misty!

MapofBeauty Golden Orange

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Ruichangxin Adult Kids Cosplay Costume Jacket Gloves Hat Set

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17. Jasmine and Aladdin

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Discover a whole new world as Jasmine!

Leg Avenue Women's Oasis Arabian Princess Costume

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Aladdin Street Rat Adult Costume

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18. Roxanne and Max from A Goofy Movie

Roxanne and Max were the cutest couple!

TopWigy Red Long Curly Hair Wig

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Hanes Men’s Ultimate Cotton Heavyweight Pullover Hoodie Sweatshirt

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Customer rating: 4.5/5 stars

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Pop Culture Costumes

19. Johnny Bravo

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Enough about you, let’s talk about Johnny Bravo!

Johnny Bravo Costume for Adults

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Customer rating: 3/5 stars

20. Lisa Frank

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Lisa Frank is the epitome of 90s cool.

Neon Nation EAST KNITTING Neon Multi-Colored Cheetah Animal Print Tube Bodycon Party Dress Costume

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21. Carrie Bradshaw

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Maybe our girlfriends are our soulmates and guys are just people to have fun with.

WEISIPU Women's 6 Layer Short A Line Elastic Waistband Tutu

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22. Buffy from Buffy the Vampire Slayer

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Into every generation, a slayer is born. You are the Slayer.

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23. Britney Spears from "Baby... One More Time"

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Though the pop star has come upon some troubled times as of late, nothing says 90s baby more than a Britney Spears costume!

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24. Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

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If you're excited about the Fresh Prince reboot, you'll be excited about this costume idea too!

Bel Air Prince Costume 90s Fancy Dress Retro 1990s TV Character

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Customer rating: 4.5/5 stars

25. Aaliyah

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Rock the boat this Halloween as Aaliyah!

Tommy Hilfiger Women's Seamless Retro Style Logo Bandeau Bralette

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Customer rating: 4.5/5 stars

26. Austin Powers

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What else can I say about this costume aside from yeah, baby, yeah!

Mens 60s Movie Gigolo Costume Adults Man of Mystery Purple Suit Outfit

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Customer rating: 4.5/5 stars

27. Elaine Benes from Seinfeld

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Elaine Benes is smart, funny, and stylish.

Urban CoCo Women's Office Blazer Jacket Open Front

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28. Wednesday Addams

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Arguably, the best Addams.

Dreamgirl Women's Friday Halloween Costume

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29. Sailor Moon

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Do you stand for love? For Justice? In the name of the moon? If so, you should check this costume out!

OURCOSPLAY Women's Sailor Moon Tsukino Usagi Adult Cosplay Costume 7 Pcs Set

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30. Clarissa from Clarissa Explains it All

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Break the fourth wall as Clarissa!

HUE Women's Ultra Soft High Waist Denim Leggings

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31. Powerline from a Goofy Movie

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"Stand Out" this Halloween as Powerline!

Ensnovo Adult Spandex Turtleneck Long Sleeve One Piece Unitard Bodysuit

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Elite Unisex Oversized Super Shield Mirrored Lens Sunglasses

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32. Dexter from Dexter’s Lab

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Pretend your everyone’s favorite boy genius as Dexter!

Adult Dexter's Laboratory Dexter Costume

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33. Kelly Kapowski from Saved by the Bell

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Capture hearts as Bayside High’s most popular girl!

Kelly Kapowski Saved by the Bell Costume

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34. The Dude from The Big Lebowski

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Dress up as The Dude from this cult classic!

The Dude Bathrobe The Big Lebowski Costume Men's Robe

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35. Jack Skellington

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Dress up as the Pumpkin King this Halloween!

Disney Jack Skellington Nightmare Before Christmas Boys' Costume

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Group Costumes

36. Spice Girls

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This wouldn’t be a 90s costume list without featuring the Spice Girls! Go all out with your friends, or pick a Spice Girl to be solo — either way, you’ll be the best dressed at the party.

Fever Women's All That Glitters Rule Britannia

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Amilia Women's Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Tank One Piece

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37. Hocus Pocus witches

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Most Halloweens, you’ll catch me watching this movie. You’ll get up to your own Hocus Pocus in this costume!

Spirit Halloween Adult Hocus Pocus Winifred Sanderson Deluxe Costume

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Customer rating: 4.5/5 stars

38. Power Ranger

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Get your Might Morphing Power Rangers on in this costume!

Disguise Women's Yellow Ranger Adult Costume

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Men's Power Rangers Blue Ranger Muscle Costume

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39. Powerpuff Girls

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Girls rule, and boys drool. Smash the patriarchy as the Power Puff Girls!

Disguise Women's Bubbles Deluxe Adult Costume

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Disguise Women's Blossom Deluxe Adult Costume

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40. Legends of the Hidden Temple cast

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Go on your own quest as one of the teams from Legends of The Hidden Temple!

Legends of the Hidden Temple Adult Costume T-Shirt Tee

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