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26 Best Brunette Halloween Costume Ideas for Brown Hair
Transform into your favorite idol or movie character with these easy DIY looks!
There is no time to waste when it comes to Halloween costume planning! If you are the person who scours the internet to curate a memorable and iconic costume for Halloween, then it’s time to start doing the research! Luckily, we have plenty of inspo to pull from, between our best Halloween costumes of all time roundup to our list of cool Halloween costumes for women. Of course, one idea that's coming out on top is dressing like Barbie. But if you want to stand out in a crowd, go with one of these best brunette Halloween costume ideas for 2023.
If you are already a brunette or want to change up your hair color this October, these getups should be at the top of your list. From the Spanish pop star Rosalía to Emily Cooper from the hit Netflix show Emily in Paris, you can rock any of these looks as a brunette. These are also easy to DIY with what you already have at home or you can shop directly from our roundup to complete your ensemble.
Alternatively, if you want to rock a different hair color this October, we also have blonde Halloween costume ideas and redhead Halloween costume ideas that are packed with great ideas.
Rosalía (Motomami)
Head out on Halloween night dressed as the ultimate motomami, Rosalía! With some knee high boots, a red skirt and turtleneck and killer sunglasses, you’ll be ready to take on the night. Just don’t forget to bring your attitude to channel your inner motomami.
Emily Cooper in 'Emily in Paris'
With season four in the works, fans will sure be dressing up as Emily Cooper from the hit Netflix show Emily in Paris. Reach into your closet for a blazer, cute shoes and a chic skirt to put this look together. With Emily Cooper having tons of fashionista moments in the show, there are plenty of options to pull off this character.
Queen Charlotte
Bridgerton fans flocked to this prequel about Queen Charlotte and her rise to the throne when it was released in May 2023. Get your finest jewels ready for the Halloween ball!
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Selena Quintanilla Costume
Honor the legendary Tejano-music icon by dressing up as the one and only, Selena Quintanilla! DIY one of her classic concert outfits like the famous purple jumpsuit or bedazzled black bustier.
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'13 Going On 30' Jenna Rink Costume
This iconic 13 Going On 30 dress is the perfect costume if you are heading to a fun Halloween party and want to dance the night away. Show off your "Thriller" dance moves just like Jenna in the movie.
Talk about a power suit! Dress up this year as the fierce Shuri from Black Panther and head to all the Halloween parties with your superhero crew!
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Who wouldn't want to be Wonder Woman for a day? Transform into this popular brunette superhero by donning this star spangled costume, including her iconic gold tiara.
Tina Belcher Costume
If you love Bob's Burgers, all you'll need is a blue T-shirt and skirt, glasses and knee-high socks to turn into your favorite awkward teenage girl from the adult animated comedy.
Serena Williams Costume
To really bring your A-game this Halloween, dress up as legendary tennis pro Serena Williams in her famous black tutu, which instantly became iconic when she wore it at the U.S. Open in 2018.
Becoming your favorite (and coolest) Addams family member couldn't be easier: Just throw on a black collared dress and put your long brown hair into braids.
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Rosie the Riveter Costume
You can't forget one of the most iconic brunettes in history, of course! To recreate Rosie the Riveter's chic, fierce look, simply slip on your go-to denim and put your brown locks up in a red bandana — then adopt a "we can do it" attitude towards anything and everything.
Velma Dinkley Costume
If you have a short, dark bob (and lots of orange and red in your closet), it's easy to dress up as the brainiest member of the Scooby Doo crew. Just don't always lose your glasses like Velma does!
Belle Costume
Go ahead, "be our guest" and dress up as your favorite brown-haired Disney princess for Halloween — a.k.a. Belle from Beauty and the Beast.
Get the tutorial at Keiko Lynn »
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Provincial Belle Costume
She's beauty and she's brains! If you'd rather keep it simple as provincial Belle, wear your go-to blue dress and tie your hair in a bow before carrying around your favorite books everywhere.
'Breakfast at Tiffany’s' Holly Golightly Costume
There's nothing more chic than dressing up as Holly Golightly from Breakfast at Tiffany's — or recreating her iconic updo hairstyle from the movie. Not to mention, we love any excuse to wear a tiara and a classic LBD!
While we're talking about famous brunette hairstyles, you obviously can't forget Princess Leia's from Star Wars. Because who wouldn't want to rock her iconic space buns?
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'Kiki's Delivery Service' Kiki Costume
Love Studio Ghibli films? This adorable costume idea has you dressing up as Kiki from Kiki's Delivery Service, complete with her signature blue dress and red bow. (Bonus points if you have a broomstick and a black cat, too!)
Mary Poppins Costume
Not only is our favorite magical nanny a brunette, her timeless look is also incredibly easy to emulate with just an umbrella, bowler hat and a pinned red bow on your white ruffled blouse.
Joanna (and Chip) Gaines Costume
Gather up all your best home tools! This one is perfect for those who love Fixer Upper — especially if you have someone to be the Chip to your Joanna.
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Mona Lisa Costume
She's perhaps the most well-recognized brunettes of all ... and all you'll need to imitate her look for Halloween is a black dress and a mysterious smile.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built »
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Hannah Jeon is an Associate Commerce Editor at Prevention, where she covers expert-driven commerce content for all things health, beauty, and wellness. Previously the Editorial Assistant at Good Housekeeping, she earned her bachelor’s degree in creative writing and psychology from Johns Hopkins University. When she’s not on the hunt for all the best products online, you can often find her trying out new food spots in New York City or clicking away behind a camera.
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