Happy Spooky Season! The holiday is coming up soon, and for many Trinity students, having something to daydream about like what they’ll cosplay for Halloween acts as a therapeutic form of escapism from their stale marriage to the third floor of the Ussher. However, for those taking modules that have bled them dry of any ounce of creativity or simply don’t have time to plan what they’re wearing to Midnight Disco, then this is the article for you.
The Bride from Kill Bill
Do you have a Bill that you want to kill? For the crazy ex-girlfriends, there is no costume more fitting than Breatrix Kiddo from Kill Bill. If everyone didn’t already know that you want to kill your ex, you can now let it be known while also showing off your great taste in pop culture. The costume itself could be tricky to source however, since black and yellow biker suits haven’t trended in a while (or ever for that matter). As it so happens however I spotted someone walking across front square sporting an almost identical pair of tracksuit bottoms to the ones in the film. All you need to do is ask her where she got them. After that, Bill won’t stand a chance.
JFK, Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe
“Happy Halloween, Mr. Situationship”. With the way today’s dating culture is going, phrases like “don’t worry she’s just a friend” or “let’s keep it casual” have become all too common. I know what you’re thinking: none of these words are in the Bible, but if they sound familiar or resonate with you on a personal level, then this iconic dynamic duo—wait trio—could be the perfect costume for you and your two *coughs* buddies this Halloween.
Nancy Kerrigan and Tonya Harding
itotallyforgiveyou: Grab your skates, because if you and your frenemy were incapable of working it out on the remix this summer, then this Halloween provides a perfectly healthy opportunity to sort out any bad blood between the two of you through this creative costume pairing. Although we’ll leave the who-dresses-up-as-who-dilemma to your discretion.
Samara from The Ring
“She never sleeps”—concerned arts degree friend. Do you only have seven days to cram for exams, have you withdrawn from society and find yourself in a blurred haze between Ussher one and Kinsella Hall? Has your posture eroded and does your unruly, overgrown hair cover your face entirely? Has your overall appearance begun to resemble that of an evil entity that resides in the bottom of a well? Do you even know what month it is? It’s okay, you’re not alone, you’re just a med student in the first semester of second year. The good news is, your Halloween costume this year has already been taken care of.
Coppers Floor Staff and Security
Are you looking to make the ultimate couple’s debut this Halloween and/or want to save money on your entry into Coppers? Well look no further, because who needs a gold card or membership to DU Law Soc (free Coppers on Tuesdays, #ad), when you have a high-vis jacket and a black sharpie at your disposal? To complete the look, grab yourself a mop at your nearest Dealz (we know you don’t already own one) and security won’t have a choice but to let you in free of charge. The only downside is you might accidentally be hired for the night to clean up spilled drinks.
Charli XCX and Troye Sivan
Want to be everyone’s favourite reference for the night? All you need to do is find a friend with whom you share undeniable chemistry, a passion for music and a strange affinity for anything neon green. It shouldn’t be too hard, given that after this summer it’s basically the status quo. For Charli, make a wig with the colour palette. Backcomb it. Backcomb it again. Part it for braids and cut bangs. Then backcomb it again. For Troye, an Australian accent and a white vest is all you need.
Noel Gallagher
Of all the costumes mentioned in this list, getting the Noel-Gallagher-look would likely require the least amount of effort. Team a crisp white T-shirt with black skinny jeans and to finish it off, throw another shirt on top, and that’s it, no really. Will you be slagged for wearing the same clothes you wear every day (but with sunglasses indoors) on the one night of the year where it’s socially acceptable to go all out in costume? Probably, but who cares, no one will remember the next morning anyway.
Liam Gallagher
Look at you. You went for the more difficult option. A bucket hat and a parka! You must have gone to so much effort to pick out a costume like that. Way better than those Noel Gallagher people. Throw in a tambourine for extra points, but we know you won’t be doing that.
