Dress to impress this Halloween by letting your astrological sign decide for you
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Are you feeling indecisive about your Halloween costume? Maybe Mercury is in retrograde. Let the stars inspire your outfit instead with the Martlet’s astrological costume guide.
Aries: March 21 – April 19
Aries are known for their boldness of character and assertive personality. Something superhero-related seems fitting then for this astrological sign. Perhaps Wonder Woman, Thor, or any other Marvel or DC character can match the strength of character of these fighting personas.
Taurus: April 20 – May 20
Taurus are known for loving the finer things in life, and nothing says classy like an old Hollywood movie star. Get inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood –– from Marilyn Monroe and Audrey Hepburn to Dean Martin or Cary Grant, it’s time to channel your inner star power. For this look, consider bold glamour makeup looks and accessories like gold accents, pearls necklaces, and bowties!
Gemini: May 21 – June 21
These notorious talkers make it all too easy to prescribe a Halloween costume to mimic their personalities. What better costume for a Gemini than a talk show host or journalist? Whether you want to be Ellen, Oprah, or Jimmy Fallon, all you need is a faux microphone, some notes with a pen or pencil, and you’re set to go.
Cancer: June 22 – July 22
Nurturing and attentive individuals like Cancers make for great caretakers. A costume that embodies this could be a personal bodyguard, a lifeguard, or even a cuddly teddy bear. Cancer’s costume possibilities are wide-ranging; since they’re a water sign, a more whimsical option like a mermaid/merman could also be an option.
Leo: July 23 – August 22
Big personalities need even bigger personas to dress up as this Halloween. Consider dressing up as royalty. From King Charles, the Princess of Genovia, or the Queen of Hearts, there are a bunch of crown-studded options fit for the throne.
Virgo: August 23 – September 22
Nothing says “Type A” like being a detective or spy this spooky season. Consider notable characters like Sherlock Holmes, Ethan Hunt (from Mission Impossible), or if you’re feeling nostalgic — Perry the Platypus. If you’re looking for a group costume with other September babies, the Cortez family from Spy Kids or the Scooby Doo gang could be fun.
Libra: September 23 – October 23
As Libras are ruled by Venus, they are experts on all things love-related. So why not take inspiration from the Greeks and be a god or goddess this season; maybe even Aphrodite herself. A more abstract option inspired by the symbol for this sign, the scales, could be a lawyer or the lady of justice.
Scorpio: October 24 – November 21
Scorpios, this is your time! Nothing gives devious, meddling scorpio vibes more than dressing as a villain. The evil options are limitless, but characters like Maleficent, Bellatrix Lestrange, or Loki from the Marvel Universe are all fun and slightly wicked choices that capture Scorpio’s mysterious and intense energy.
Sagittarius: November 22 – December 21
Always on the move, these free-spirited nomads would make excellent adventurers or explorers this Halloween. Famous movie characters like Indiana Jones or Peter Pan embody a Saggitarian’s sense of wanderlust and curiosity.
Capricorn: December 22 – January 19
Capricorns are all about discipline, ambition, and leadership. To translate that into a costume, the stars suggest that a Pharaoh or Roman Emperor might just be the perfect fit for these power-invested figures. If you’re looking for something already in your closet, then consider dressing as a famous politician or CEO.
Aquarius: January 20 – February 18
Known for their quirks, Aquarius should let their freak flag fly as aliens or robots this Halloween. Specific options for this could be Megamind, Zorg (from Fifth Element), or Marty the Martian. More general ideas could be a classic green Martian or stereotypical grey alien.
Pisces: February 19 – March 20
These water signs are well-suited to mythical sea creatures for their costumes. From Jack Sparrow, Ursula, or even the mermaids in Mermaid Lagoon in Peter Pan, there are plenty of mystical or sea-related options out there for these water lovers.
