Here, we have 50 best friend costume ideas that’ll make this Halloween a screamin’ good time for the two of you. From funny best friend costume ideas, like Bob Ross and his Happy Trees, to DIY ideas, like a couple of bottles of essential oils, this giant list is packed full of clever BFF Halloween costumes. So grab your favorite friend and peruse this slideshow for some Halloween costume ideas for two that you and your bestie are sure to love.
50 Best Friend Halloween Costume Ideas
1. PowerPuff Girls
Are you and your friends made up of sugar and spice and just a little bit of something extra? Go as everyone’s crime-stopping little girls with this DIY PowerPuff Girls costume from Living After Midnite!
2. Just a Couple of Loofahs
If you and your bestie are constantly giving each other bath bombs, shower gel, and other forms of self-care products as gifts, consider taking it to the next level and go as 2 bath poufs! Follow this DIY tutorial from Razmataz Blog to see how you can get the look.
3. Bad and Boujee
When you walk into this year’s Halloween party, let them know exactly what you and your BFF are all about. Check out The Daily Amy to see how you can get this trendy costume.
4. Annie and Hallie Parker
Go as everyone’s favorite set of Parent Trap twins as Annie and Hallie Parker! Take a look at Carly The Prepster to see how you can achieve each twin’s “first day of camp” look.
5. Thing 1 and Thing 2
You can’t go wrong with a classic! Take a peek at Lauren Conrad’s site to see how you can DIY this timeless Cat In the Hat-inspired costume.
6. Bob Ross and His Happy Little Trees
This Halloween, make all your tricks into happy little accidents as you and your best friend strut the sidewalks as Bob Ross and his canvas! See this post by Do It Yourself Divas to see how you can bring this costume to life.
7. Cher, Dionne and Taj
If you have two besties that are going to be around for Halloween, consider going as the Clueless gang! This tutorial by Lombard and Fifth breaks it down so you can achieve this 90s-inspired look.
8. A Pack of M&Ms
If the squad wants to coordinate this year, try something sweet like a pack of M&Ms! Look at this DIY best friend costume by Sugar Bee Crafts.
9. The Spice Girls
Inspire your friends to go with something punny with this literal Spice Girls costume from Ting and Things. Singing karaoke “Wannabe” at the Halloween party will be that much more delightful!
10. Sun and Moon
If you and your bestie are more of the ethereal type, check out this sun and moon DIY costume tutorial from Eight Pepper Berries. With the costume and makeup tutorial, you two will be glowing all night long!
11. A Pair of Hippies
Bring back the era of love with this 60s-inspired hippie costume from Mini Fashion Addicts! Don’t forget to add feathers and peace sign glitter tattoos to complete the costume.
12. Fro-Yo and Spoon
Bring a little summer into the chilly season with this fro-yo and spoon costume from Studio DIY! Kelly’s homemade tutorial will help you build this outrageously fun costume, step-by-step.
13. Campfire and S’mores
Put some “camp” into your Halloween costume this year. Check out the tutorial by Aww Sam inspired by everyone’s favorite outdoor activity!
14. Synchronized Swimmers
Grab some of your closest friends to recreate this retro sporty look. Take a peek at Camille Styles to find out how!
15. Mario and Luigi
Transform into everyone’s favorite mushroom-stomping plumbers with this Mario and Luigi costume by Smashed Peas and Carrots! Don’t forget the fake mustaches to really bring this look home.
16. Essential Oil Costume
If you and your bestie can’t stop raving about how lemon or lavender essential oils have changed your life, give this DIY essential oil costume by A Beautiful Mess a try!
17. Dancing Emoji
Some of the best costumes are the ones that come together at the last possible minute. Check out The DIY Playbook for an easy-peasy emoji costume that’s perfect for you and your BFF!
18. Painted Ladies
This best friend costume from Oh Happy Day may seem intimidating but all you need is a cardboard box, an exacto knife and a little imagination! To transform into this San Francisco tourist attraction, simply just follow the detailed step-by-step instructions.
19. Glinda and Dorothy
With this DIY costume tutorial from Polka Dot Chair, you don’t have to worry about people not recognizing your costume! Take a peek at her post to see how to achieve this magical look.
20. Ice Cream and Cotton Candy
Check out these best friend costumes from Treasures and Travels! After you put together this look, you’ll have everyone craving something sweet.
21. Cat Woman and Poison Ivy
Step out of the comic book pages as everyone’s favorite female villains, Cat Woman and Poison Ivy! Take a peek at Sydne Style to learn how to craft this costume.
22. Anna and Elsa
We can’t quite seem to let go of our Frozen addiction! Take a look at Life as Mom to see how you can DIY Anna and Elsa’s classic look for this year’s Halloween costume.
23. Blossom and Six
Be all that and a bag of chips with a 90s-inspired Halloween getup! Check out Brit.co’s tutorial on how to transform into everyone’s favorite BFFs, Blossom and Six.
24. Retro Astronauts
This Halloween, look like you just stepped out of Tomorrowland with this retro DIY costume from Keiko Lynn. When you’re done, everyone will think your look is out of this world!
25. Blair and Serena
Kick it back to the Upper East Side with this Gossip Girl-inspired costume. Like To Know will give you a complete outfit breakdown!
26. Lilo and Stitch
Have everyone saying ‘Aloha’ with this classic Hawaiian duo. Check out Primary on how to transform into both Lilo and Stitch!
27. Daphne and Velma
Jinkies! Take a look at Beauty and the Mist to see how you can transform into the girls of the Mystery Gang in Scooby-Doo!
28. Rachel, Monica and Phoebe
You know your friends will always be there for you, so go as the ultimate group of gal pals! Peek at Lucy In the Sky With Cooper to see how you can transform into Rachel, Monica and Phoebe from the hit TV show, Friends.
29. Ketchup and Mustard
This Halloween, your little one and their BFF should go as the ultimate duo. See Mommy Poppins to check out how easy it is to create a last-minute ketchup and mustard costume!
30. Herr Mendl and Agatha
If you and your bestie like to keep things quirky, take a look at this costume inspired by Wes Anderson’s The Grand Budapest Hotel. Check out Sugar and Cloth on how to achieve this baker and delivery girl look!
31. Mike and Eleven
If you and your bestie’s love for Halloween is no stranger thing, take a peek at this costume inspired by the hit Netflix show! Shrimp Salad Circus has everything you need to transform into the quirky, adorable, and supernatural teens Mike and Eleven.
32. Lucy and Ethel
You know what they say, best friends are hard to find. To transform into a friendship that will never grow old with this Lucy and Ethel costume tutorial from Living After Midnite!
33. Troop Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, what a thrill! Beverly Hills, what a thrill! This Troop Beverly Hills costume tutorial from Studio DIY will have you chanting and singing camp songs all night long.
34. Bank Robbers
This Halloween, why not go with something classic? Check out Say Yes to see how you and your BFF can pull off a timeless (and simple) bank robbers costume!
35. Wayne and Garth
It’s party time! With this Wayne’s World-inspired costume from Costume Works, you’ll be able to pull off this dynamic duo getup in no time.
36. Coffee and Donut Drive-Thru
If you and your bestie have more iced coffee blood running through your veins, check out this coffee and donuts DIY from Aww Sam! After completing costume construction, you’ll deserve way more than just a coffee break.
37. Daria and Jane
They’re never impressed but somehow, we love them! Check out Brit.co’s tutorial on how to transform into everyone’s angsty teens, Daria and Jane.
38. A League of Their Own
Make your sandlot dreams a reality! Take a peek at Camille Styles to see how you can transform into a player from the Rockford Peaches from A League Of Their Own.
39. Mike and Sully
Looking for a last-minute fun costume for the little ones? Check out Desert Chica’s post on how to pull together a quick DIY Mike and Sully costume from Monsters University!
40. Hermionie and Hedwig
Halloween should be all that and a bit of magic! See Crafty Lady Lindsay on how to turn your little witch or wizard and their best friend into Hermione and Hedwig from Harry Potter.
41. Peter Pan and Tinkerbell
This Halloween, soar off into Neverland with this Peter Pan and Tinkerbell DIY tutorial from So Wonderful So Marvelous!
42. Cupcake and Dinosaur
A cupcake and a dinosaur may seem like an unlikely duo to take on this Halloween. But, Homemakers Habitat makes it worth it with her no-sew costume ideas.
43. Scarecrow and Corn
Bring a little bit of harvest love this Halloween with this scarecrow and corn DIY costume from The Little Sloth!
44. Napoleon Dynamite and Pedro
Kick it back to 2004 with the ultimate indie look from the cult classic, Napoleon Dynamite. This tutorial from Do It Yourself Divas is so simple, you’ll be able to make yourself a dang quesadilla while you’re at it!
45. Fear, Disgust, and Sadness
Wear your feelings on more than just your sleeve with this Halloween costume inspired by Pixar’s Inside Out! Check out Ugly Duckling House to find out more.
46. Elmo and Cookie Monster
If you’re feeling stuck on what to dress up your toddler and their friend this year, take a look at Shelley Skuster for a costume inspired by everyone’s favorite Sesame Street monsters.
47. Angel and Devil
Keep it classic this Halloween with the perfect frenemy costume. Check out Rebecca Etc to see how you can accomplish this angel and devil look!
48. The Grady Twins
Are you looking to scare things up this Halloween? Check out Marie Osborne to see how she recreated The Grady Twins from the classic horror movie, The Shining!
49. Marty McFly and Doc Brown
Set your clocks forward and pile into the DeLorean with this Back to the Future-inspired costume! Take a peek at Friday We’re In Love to see how you can pull off this McFly look!
50. Adam and Barbara Maitland
If this Instructables Beetlejuice costume seems intimidating, don’t worry! She breaks it down in a way that’s easily do-able and fun. Just give yourself plenty of time and materials. Get your pup or kitty in on the Halloween action by dressing them up in one of these top 10 pet Halloween costume ideas.
