16 Iconic Movie Duos That Make Perfect Couples' Halloween Costumes

By Tara Block
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Look no further for iconic movie duos that can inspire your next Halloween costume for couples. From funny pairs like "Elf"'s Buddy and Jovie to classic couples like Barbie and Ken, there are so many pop culture twosomes to provide endless dress-up inspiration for your next costume this Halloween season. The best part about dressing up with a friend or your significant other is you can come up with most of your outfits at home, whether you want to scare the crap out of people this Halloween as Chucky and Tiffany From "Bride of Chucky" or channel an adorable romantic couple, like Jack and Rose from "The Titanic." Take a look at these couples movie character costume ideas inspired by your favorite flicks ahead!

01

Jack and Rose From "Titanic"

Spend your Halloween as the star-crossed lovers from "Titanic" by finding some suspenders for Jack and an elegant dress for Rose — bonus points if you get a third person to dress up as an iceberg.

Shop: Jemygins Store Suspenders ($13)

02

Mario and Princess Peach

Every Princess Peach needs their Mario, so dress as the iconic video game characters with your partner this spooky season.

Shop: Disguise Super Mario Bros. Costume Hat & Mustache ($15, originally $25)

03

Forrest and Jenny From "Forrest Gump"

Jenny's free-spirited hippie style and Forrest's neat, buttoned-down look will make for an adorable couples' costume that can also probably double as everyday wear.

Shop: Amazon Essentials Short Sleeve Poplin Shirt ($16, originally $19)

04

Veronica Corningstone and Ron Burgundy From "Anchorman"

You'll be ready to go on air with an "Anchorman" costume, which is a great excuse to acquire a burgundy suit for Ron and a cute plaid skirt for Veronica.

Shop: Rubies Anchorman: Ron Burgandy Wig & Moustache Kit ($21)

05

Han Solo and Princess Leia From Star Wars

Show off your heroic side with a Han Solo and Princess Leia couples' costume — just don't get carried away with the hairspray on your space buns.

Shop: Lagshian Sexy Two Piece Outfit ($25)

06

Lola Bunny and Bugs Bunny From "Space Jam"

Bugs and Lola Bunny are another great intergalactic costume, especially for anyone looking to express their love of basketball and cartoons with their Halloween costumes this year.

Shop: KaKaxi Basketball Jersey Outfit and Accessories ($29)

07

Harley Quinn and the Joker

A Harley Quinn and Joker couples' Halloween costume is instantly recognizable — just make sure you pull off her pigtails and his green hair.

Shop: Coco Brands Suicide Squad Harley Quinn T-Shirt ($30)

08

Mia Wallace and Vincent Vega From "Pulp Fiction"

Few Halloween duos are classier than a "Pulp Fiction" couples' costume — and once you've acquired Mia's short black hair and the pair's matching white shirts and black pants, all you'll need are their dance moves to complete the look.

Shop: Tousyea Button Down Shirt ($30)

09

Baby and Johnny From "Dirty Dancing"

"Dirty Dancing" is a classic, and with this fun couples' costume, you'll get to show off your dance moves (or just say the line, "Nobody puts Baby in a corner" over and over).

Shop: Sangtree Tutu Tulle Layered Mesh Midi Skirt ($31, originally $34)

10

Goose and Maverick From "Top Gun"

"Top Gun: Maverick" was a smash hit, and for your look as Tom Cruise and Anthony Edwards's gravity-defying duo, you'll just need their uniforms and a little dirt and grease to spice things up.

Shop: Spooktacular Creations Flight Pilot Costume ($37)

11

Barbie and Ken

Barbie and Ken may not technically be a couple in the "Barbie" movie, but they're still inextricably linked by the universe, even if it means Ken will pine after Barbie forever — making them a perfect choice for your couples' costume.

Shop: Qinsen Square Neck Bodice Dress ($39)

12

Woody and Jessie From "Toy Story"

A Woody and Jessie couples' Halloween costume is a great excuse to whip out your cowboy hat and cow-print pants and vest, and everyone is sure to recognize this nostalgic pair.

Shop: Lilliween Store Woody Shirt ($46)

13

Chucky and Tiffany From "Bride of Chucky"

This terrifying couples' costume is sure to send all your doll-fearing friends running for the hills.

Shop: Viviplanet Jean Overalls ($48)

14

Belle and Gaston From "Beauty and the Beast"

A blue dress and white apron for Belle and a red shirt and a bit of hair grease for Gaston is all you need to complete this classic Disney look.

Shop: Visbion Belle Maid Blue Dress ($50)

15

Sally and Jack From "The Nightmare Before Christmas"

For your "Nightmare Before Christmas" couple costume, you'll need to find a pinstripe suit, a raggedy-looking dress for Sally, and of course, a fairly large amount of face paint to complete your transformation into this macabre pair.

Shop: Spirit Halloween The Nightmare Before Christmas Sally Costume ($50)

16

Buddy and Jovie From "Elf"

It's never too early to start preparing for Christmas, and an "Elf" costume is an excellent way to get a jumpstart on your holiday prep while still enjoying Halloween.

Shop: Rubies Buddy the Elf Costume ($51, originally $62)

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- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano and Balim Tezel

Tara Block is the former deputy editor.

Lauren Harano is a contributor for PS and was formerly an editor for PS Living, Beauty, and Shop. She has a passion for skin care, murder mysteries, and online shopping. Aside from PS, her work can be found in the pages of Cosmopolitan and Seventeen as well as online at InStyle, Esquire, NBC, and various food and travel sites.

Balim Tezel (she/her) is a shopping updates editor at PS and the founder of Maison des Nus, a New York-based affordable luxury brand. She graduated from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.