With October starting and the weather changing, Halloween is getting closer and closer. Halloween costumes are an integral part of the holiday and a lot of people enjoy dressing up. Listed are 5 of the most popular Halloween costumes for 2023. 

Barbie

Barbie took the world by storm this year following its release and great success in theaters. Due to its popularity, many people are dressing up as the iconic doll. Though there are many looks to choose from, Classic Barbie, Skater Barbie, and Weird Barbie are anticipated to be the most common. Get ready to see lots of pink!

Ariel from “The Little Mermaid”

With the live-action version of the classic movie coming out this year, Ariel is once again becoming a popular costume. Ariel’s mermaid look and on-land dress are both beautiful costumes that will be seen a lot this year. 

Taylor Swift

Many of the iconic singer’s fans dressed up as her to see her Era’s Tour, so why wouldn’t they go as Taylor for Halloween? There are many options to choose from when dressing up as the pop sensation, but it’s guaranteed to be a hit. You can recreate an outfit that she has worn on tour, or you can create a new outfit that pays tribute to one of her albums. There’s no doubt that there will be many Taylor Swifts seen on Halloween this year. 

Wednesday Addams

Jenna Ortega put on an amazing performance as Wednesday Addams in the Netflix show last November, so this costume is certain to be a hit. Wednesday is the perfect costume for anyone looking for a more spooky vibe this Halloween.

Mario Brothers 

This quintessential duo of brothers is perfect for any duo looking for a shared costume this year. The Mario Brothers have always been a classic choice, but with The Super Mario Bros. Movie coming out this year, it will be an even more popular option.