Halloween 2024 is almost here! If you haven’t finalized your costume yet, don’t worry. This year’s top trends are bold, pop-culture-driven, and easy to create. With a few essential products from Elevate Hair, along with must-haves from Smashbox and Aveda, you can pull off the hottest looks of the season in no time.
Check out our list of quick and trendy Halloween looks that are sure to impress.
1. AI Robot
As artificial intelligence continues to dominate conversations, why not embody it as a sleek, futuristic AI robot?
Hair: Go for a smooth, futuristic hairstyle. Use Aveda's Smooth Infusion Perfect Blow Dry for a sleek, frizz-free look, or choose a sharp bob or ponytail. Seal the whole look with one of our Parlux Alyon dryers to ensure it lasts all night.
Makeup: The key is to achieve a metallic glow. Start with Smashbox Halo Tinted Moisturizer for a flawless base. Go heavy on the highlighter using Smashbox Halo Highlighter Duo. For futuristic eyes, apply a metallic shimmer on your lids, and finish with a bold metallic lip using Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick in Metallic Mauve.
Costume Tip: A silver or metallic bodysuit will complete the AI robot look. Enhance it with geometric face decals or futuristic accessories.
2. Pop Icon Taylor Swift
With Taylor Swift dominating headlines for her record-breaking tours and music releases, a "Taylor Swift Era" costume will be a sure hit this year.
Hair: Channel Taylor's signature waves or sleek bob. Use Aveda's Texture Tonic sectioning with Elevate Gold Clips for effortless , tousled waves, and top it off with a velvet or sparkly headband to capture her “Folklore” or “Lover” era style.
Makeup: Think bold red lips, a defining feature of Taylor's signature look. Use Smashbox Be Legendary Prime & Plush Lipstick in True Red for her signature pout. For the eyes, create a classic sharp cat-eye and finish with full, fluttery lashes.
Costume Tip: Recreate one of Taylor’s iconic looks from a specific era—whether it’s her “1989” tour glitter bodysuits or her cottagecore-inspired “Folklore” outfits!
3. Barbie & Ken
The Barbie and Ken trend remains strong. These costumes are vibrant, fun, and great for solo or couples costumes.
Hair: For Barbie, go big with voluminous waves using Aveda's Volumizing Tonic & or Elevate Remix Iron. For Ken, a slicked-back look works best, a gel or grooming clay.
Makeup: Barbie makeup is all about bright, playful colors. Use Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick in Pink Petal for that iconic Barbie pink pout. For Ken, keep it minimal with a touch of Smashbox Cali Contour Palette for a sun-kissed look.
Costume Tip: For Barbie, think all-pink outfits—like the Barbiecore trend sweeping 2024. For Ken, opt for a retro beachwear look or a playful matching set.
4. Wednesday Addams (Still Spooky, Still Cool)
Thanks to Netflix’s “Wednesday”, this costume remains a top choice. It’s dark, gothic, and effortless to recreate.
Hair: Go for Wednesday’s signature sleek, center-parted pigtails. Use Aveda's Smooth Infusion Perfect Blow Dry & our Elevate cushion brush for a smooth, frizz-free finish.
Makeup: Keep it dark and dramatic. Use Smashbox Cover Shot Eye Palette in Punked for smoky, gothic eyes, and pair it with Smashbox Always On Matte Liquid Lipstick in Deep Noir for a vampy, matte black lip.
Costume Tip: Pair with a black dress, white collar, and combat boots for that classic Addams Family vibe.
5. Super Mario Characters
With the recent success of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”, characters like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Bowser are popular costume choices this year.
Hair: For Princess Peach, opt for big, voluminous hair using Aveda's Pure Abundance Style Prep, curling the ends for soft waves with our Elevate Remix Iron. For Mario or Luigi, keep it simple with a short, textured style or accessorize with a fun signature hat.
Makeup: For Peach, aim for a rosy, glowing look. Use Smashbox Cover Shot Eye Palette in Golden Hour for warm tones, and top it off with a soft pink lip. Mario and Luigi can maintain a simple look with some bronzer and a touch of blush for that hero glow.
Costume Tip: Gather your friends to create the entire Mario crew. Mario and Luigi can wear their iconic overalls and caps, while Princess Peach should don a pink dress and crown. Bowser fans can go all out with fun makeup and accessories to channel their inner villain!
These trendy costumes will have you looking your best for Halloween 2024! Whether you’re going solo or as part of a group, you'll be sure to impress!
Make sure to tag @elevatehair #elevatehair in your Halloween looks - Happy Haunting 👻
