Anyone who's in need of some cosmic inspiration for a Halloween costume has absolutely come to the right place. Shopping for Halloween costumes — or even coming up with a cheap costume we can throw together from what's already in our closet — can be a daunting task. Even for those of us who feel like we're generally pretty creative, putting together a Halloween costume can feel like a struggle because there are so many options out there. Even variations on the same theme can be too hard to pick a direction for: If we want to go as a mermaid, for instance, do we want to be a pretty mermaid like Ariel or a scary siren luring men to their deaths? This year, we're letting our star signs choose for us. Our designation on the zodiac chart can help us all find a perfectly ghoulish — or glamorous — look.
We're all about some Halloween fun, but we know not every kid can enjoy the same kind of tricks and treats as other kids — which is really something to celebrate and is part of what makes everyone wonderful and unique. For kiddos for whom trick-or-treating isn't really a great fit for any number of reasons, check out some alternatives to trick-or-treating. And for moms who have kids with food allergies, take a peek over at What It Means If You See a Teal Pumpkin This Halloween. On the more grown-up side of things, everyone who loves this holiday should take a look at tattoos for anyone who's obsessed with Halloween (and maybe consider getting themselves a variation on the theme). For something less permanent, maybe spooky home decor is a better choice to make the home a little more festive this season. And while we love costumes for grown-ups and kids, baby Halloween costumes are clearly the absolute best.
Which Signs Scream 'Goddess' & Which Say 'Goblin?'
Some signs are more willing to go weird and wildly scary than others — and some are going to be more willing to play outside of the box (or the bagged costumes available at the local pop-up Halloween store).
Aries: '80s Aerobics Instructor
Playful Aries has stellar abs and a rock-hard sense of humor. Tights, a headband, a leotard, and leg warmers will transform this ram sign into a hallmark '80s fitness icon (think Richard Simmons or Jane Fonda). Aries, who love to flaunt their figures, will get all the attention they crave in this skintight getup while making everyone laugh.
Taurus: Rock 'n' Roller
The "go big or go home" attitude of Tauruses requires equally flashy costumes. Nothing says "bull" like dressing up as a rock 'n' roll legend. An easy look (which Tauruses love) that combines closet staples like a leather coat, leggings, big shades, and a few accessories, will give these opulence-loving Tauruses all the Halloween-meets-Hollywood edge they need.
Gemini: Frida Kahlo
Geminis are nerds, but the coolest nerds in the zodiac. Of course they'll want to dress up as their favorite historical heroine, Frida Kahlo. Paying homage to this renowned Mexican painter requires nothing more than a little eyebrow powder, a classic red lip, and a floral headpiece to transform them from art-major to major artist.
Cancer: Winnie the Pooh (& Friends)
Soft-hearted Cancers haven't forgotten their love of Pooh-bear and his friends. They'll likely coax their partners into wearing matching outfits that are both comfortable and an adorable classic. Bonus: They won't have to suck anything in, since Pooh's look requires a belly bulge.
Leo: Scary, Sexy Clown
Leo is the rare sign that may not like attention, but commands it nonetheless. Leos love to be edgy and sexy, and have no problem mixing two totally different looks for a dramatic, scary, and alluring effect. Even people who hate clowns will be wagging their tongues at this hot, freaky costume.
Virgo: Mary Poppins
Sweet Virgos are already a spoonful of sugar in real life (ha ha, just kidding — Virgos are pretty nuts and they know it). Their love of order, consistency, and happy endings makes Mary Poppins a natural, no-stress choice for this highly anxious star sign. For one night, Virgos can be the essence of calm, maternal wisdom — which, when we think about it — is basically play-therapy with a candy reward.
Libra: Jasmine & Aladdin
Libras love love and will want to show their happy coupledom off to others come Halloween. Nothing says "syrupy romance" like a princess and the thief who stole her heart. When they're not busy singing "A Whole New World," they'll be gliding on their magic carpet right into the bedroom.
Scorpio: Spirited Pirate
Potty-mouth Scorpios will relish the opportunity to curse like one-handed pirates on Halloween night. Naturally full of attitude, Scorpios just to put on an eye patch and a tricorn hat, to get away with saying all the bad words they've been thinking in secret.
Sagittarius: Bloodthirsty Zombie
The wildest of all the zodiac signs, Sagittariuses will commit to their characters like none other. The scarier the costume, the more appealing it is to the archers, who will take in every opportunity to frighten children and adults who dare to cross their paths. Whether they're a zombie from The Walking Dead or something even more menacing, we can all be assured their costume will be the best (and most terrifying) of all.
Capricorn: Rosie the Riveter
Capricorns are known for being a bada–es in the workplace as well as at home, and no costume represents this more than red bandanna wearing Rosie the Riveter. Her motto "We can do it!" is emblematic of how Capricorns are dedicated and put continuous effort to anything they set their minds to.
Aquarius: Snack Foods
Aquariuses are just weird enough to think of a costume that's totally outside the box. Their favorite snack foods seem like a natural choice in costumery, and they'll likely try to coax their friends into dressing up with them to represent an entire party spread. Bean dip, anyone?
Get Playful With It
Remember, Halloween is all about fun and games (and tricks and treats). So anyone's who's feeling boxed in by the options at the costume shop (or even the ones on this list) should feel ready to explore some wacky options.
Of Course, the Stars Can't Tell Us Everything
While we're positive these costumes are ideal for each star sign, remember that the stars can only be right so much of the time. Super frustrated? Just order a great wig and build the costume around that — it's always a way to have fun.
