We are getting closer and closer to Halloween time, and that means it is time to think about costumes! Whether it's parents who want to dress up for a party or someone looking for ideas for their kids' costumes, the options can be overwhelming! That is why so many of us try to dress up more than once. And with an awesome Halloween costume, whether it's DIY or store-bought, one of the best ways to take it to the next level is with the makeup and hair. We all know that Halloween makeup can get pretty insane, especially when we see what real makeup artists and beauty gurus can achieve with one palette, but there is also a lot that can be done with hair.
Whether someone wants to dress up as a Disney princess, an animal, a mystical creature, or a comic book character, a good costume is all in the details. And some of the best details come from the beauty look. A hairstyle can transform a costume and make it more authentic. For example, would Maleficent be as convincing without the horns? Would she still be Princess Leia without her buns? Sometimes it is all about the hair! And for those who are not professionals at doing cool hairstyles (myself included) there are tons of tutorials available on YouTube that show step-by-step how to create some awesome Halloween hair looks. Here are 20 extravagant Halloween hairstyles that are totally worth giving a try this year! Prepare to buy a lot of hairspray and bobby pins and take a lot of selfies!
Unicorn Halloween Hair
This unicorn hair by Abby Smith is extra in the best way! With the horn and the pink hair pieces, it's sure to make someone stand out from the crowd.
Harley Quinn Halloween Hair
This Harley Quinn hair by Cute Girls Hairstyles is super pigmented and totally on point. The iconic comic book villain has been a popular costume idea since the release of Suicide Squad in 2016.
Cat Ears Halloween Hair
This cat hairstyle by CurlFriendAri is a great option for someone with naturally curly hair. It's basically just two small braids formed into ears. So cute!
Rapunzel Halloween Hair
Disney lovers might want to give this dramatic Rapunzel braid a try. The tutorial is by Kayley Melissa and she definitely nailed it.
Spider Web Halloween Hair
Spider hair, don't care! This creative look by Braidsandstyles12 doesn't even need a costume — it's creepy all on its own!
Medusa Halloween Hair
This Medusa hairstyle consists of a lot of toy snakes spray-painted in gold. Check out Ivy's tutorial to see how she achieved this insane look.
Daenerys Targaryen Halloween Hair
Game of Thrones fans should attempt this Daenerys Targaryen hairstyle this Halloween. Kayley Melissa shows us how it's done and it looks gorgeous!
Glitter Space Halloween Hair
This space girl look by IAMKARENO is out of this world! And it doesn't even take a long time to do. This hairstyle would look amazing with a sassy metallic outfit this Halloween.
'Trolls' Halloween Hair
This Trolls hairstyle by STYLEanthropy is a fun idea for a kid or adult. It may take a lot of hairspray, but it's worth it!
Rosie the Riveter Halloween Hair
YouTuber JaaackJack really killed it with this Rosie the Riveter pin-up hairstyle. Her swoosh in the front is perfect.
Princess Leia Halloween Hair
This Star Wars Princess Leia hair is perfectly in place. Kayley Melissa shares how to accomplish this classic style.
Poison Ivy Halloween Hair
Anyone else love Uma Thurman as Poison Ivy in 1997? This hairstyle by pixiwoo completely embodies that.
Maleficent Halloween Hair
Maleficent and her horns are easily recognizable and her character makes for an awesome costume. Sahur Saleim decided to use her hair for the horns instead of a headpiece and we are obsessed! It looks so good.
Cleopatra Halloween Hair
This ancient Egyptian queen look by chronicurls is a beautiful combination of curls, twists, and braids. And of course the gold hair accessories make it even better.
Princess Jasmine Halloween Hair
Princess Jasmine is another beloved Disney character to use for Halloween costume inspiration. This long, decorated ponytail was created by Arlene Reyes.
Cave Woman Halloween Hair
This cave woman hairstyle by Cute Girls Hairstyles is giving us major Flintstone vibes. This is another look that works for a kid or an adult. The bone wrapped in it definitely makes it.
Cindy Lou Who Halloween Hair
If someone is obsessed with Christmas, but they still want to get into the Halloween spirit, then why not combine the two with a Cindy Lou Who hairdo! YouTuber Tiani included all the bells, whistles, and ribbon needed to pull off this look!
'Breakfast at Tiffany's' Halloween Hair
Breakfast at Tiffany's is one of Audrey Hepburn's most well-known roles. It's a classic! So Jackie Wyers definitely had the right idea when she decided to recreate Holly Golightly's most popular look from the film.
Bride of Frankenstein Halloween Hair
Alchemy Makeup Artistry created the ultimate Bride of Frankenstein hairstyle. It's creepy, cool, and very recognizable.
Marie Antoinette Halloween Hair
Marie Antoinette was the last Queen of France before the French Revolution. Although she was thought to be controversial, she is an iconic character in history. This over-the-top hairstyle by Claudia Cooper is truly inspired by the 1700s.
