Halloweekend Craze: Costumes inspired by celebrity memes and iconic moments 

Introduction

We hear you,  you want new, niche, and unique Halloween costume ideas inspired by celebrity moments and pop culture this year… but time is quickly running out. With Halloweekend just around the corner, not everyone has the energy (or budget) for full-on haunting transformations.

So if you’re still scrambling for a costume that’s funny, instantly recognizable, and easy to throw together, here’s a list of simple, last-minute Halloween looks inspired by some recent chaotic, funny and iconic celebrity moments and memes.

“It’s Not Clocking to You That I’m Standing on Business”: Justin Bieber 

This one’s for the meme lovers. All you need is a blue hoodie, maybe a wig if you’re feeling extra, and a prop clock to hint that it is not clocking to them.

You can even take it a step further and add a Justin Bieber reference, like a cardboard cutout, T-shirt, or song lyric, for an extra inside joke layer. It’s low-effort, while remaining very funny.

Katy Perry in Space

Grab a blue suit or matching blue set, hold a flower, and add some space-themed touches, like stickers, glitter, or silver accessories. Boom, you’re Katy Perry in Space.

This one’s also a perfect group costume idea, your friends can dress as other celebrities in space or even as backup dancers orbiting your galaxy. 

Katseye GAP Ad

Simple. Denim. Everything. Everywhere.

Wear all the denim you own, add some white pieces and sunglasses, and channel the energy of Katseye in their GAP campaign. It’s effortlessly stylish, easy to recreate, and makes a great group costume. You can even have your friends dress up as the other members. 

Bonus points if you have the dance memorized for the full effect.

Zendaya Hat Theory

May 2025, the month the internet spiraled over The Zendaya Hat Theory. To embody this moment, thrift the largest hat you can find the bigger, the better and pair it with a suit or sleek set.

The goal? Make your hat so dramatic it needs its own parking spot. It’s clever, quick, and easy to recreate but still remains funny. 

Pink Pantheress Winning the Chess Grand Slam Tournament:

If you are looking for a more niche moment, you can dress up as PinkPantheress during her Chess Tournament; white shirt, grey bottoms, or and outfit that embodies the “Fancy That” energy.

For an added effect, carry a chessboard or a single king piece in addition to a mic and a purse. It’s equal parts clever, minimalist, and unique.

“My dream date…. Cute…”: Huda from Love Island US

For Love Island fans, you’ve got plenty of easy hits.

A very popular one would be Huda from Season 7 of Love Island US, she has numerous viral moments one of them being: “My dream date.. Cute.” But there are plenty more if you would prefer something else. 

To dress up as Huda: Go sporty, black athleisure, messy bun, and dark vintage sunglasses. Your attitude will bring  this costume to its fullest potential. 

Bonus: If you have another friend who likes Love Island, you can have them dress as Amaya Papaya: Wear something orange, gold, or even just a shirt with a papaya print.

Perfect as a duo costume, subtle enough for those who get it, and hilarious for those who don’t.

Final Thoughts:

This year’s celebrity moments and viral memes gave us endless inspiration for costumes that are low-effort but high-impact.

Whichever clever look you decide to channel, you will surely get to enjoy this Halloweekend!