Halloween is almost upon us, but there’s still time to throw together a killer last-minute costume for your at-home festivities. Stumped for ideas? Simply turn to your favorite stars for inspiration.
SEMrush, a trends data provider, analyzed the most-Googled celebrity Halloween costumes over the past month, and the result is a mix of pop stars, models, Hollywood icons — and yes, a few Kardashians, too.
Topping the 2020 list is Ariana Grande, who between her five Grammy nominations and brand-new album, “Positions,” has enjoyed a banner year.
Taking second place is Britney Spears, whose early-2000s looks — from her snake-accessorized “I’m a Slave 4 U” getup to her “Baby One More Time” schoolgirl uniform — have continued to inspire for decades.
And rounding out the top five spots are Cher, Kylie Jenner and Halloween queen Heidi Klum. Below, see who else made the top 20 — and the key components you’ll need to nail each of their looks.
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1. BTS
Getty Images You will need: Six friends — and coordinating suits, wigs and impeccable choreography for all.
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2. Kendall Jenner
FilmMagic You will need: A dark wig, legs for days and a dress with a seriously high slit (or two).
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3. Ariana Grande
FilmMagic You will need: A high ponytail, flawless cat eye, thigh-high boots and either an itty-bitty minidress or baggy sweatshirt.
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4. Britney Spears
Getty Images You will need: A green bikini top, denim cutoffs, blond wig, bejeweled belt and fake (or real, if you prefer!) snake.
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5. Cher
Getty Images You will need: A long, straight black wig and anything sparkly, skin-baring and generally Bob Mackie-inspired.
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6. Kylie Jenner
Getty Images for The Met Museum You will need: A colorful wig, tons of makeup, overdrawn lips and the skintight outfit of your choice.
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7. Heidi Klum
FilmMagic You will need: A gold, sheer and sparkly dress, blond wig and major cleavage.
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8. Beyoncé
Getty Images for Coachella You will need: A bedazzled sweatshirt, cutoffs, fishnets, statement boots and serious dance moves.
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9. Kim Kardashian
Wire Image You will need: A long dark wig, dramatic contour, plunging neckline and booty padding — champagne glass optional.
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10. Cardi B
Getty Images You will need: Major boobs, plenty of bling and mile-long nails. (A Birkin bag couldn’t hurt, either.)
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11. Elton John
WireImage You will need: A sparkling suit, over-the-top sunglasses and a single earring.
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12. Lady Gaga
Getty Images You will need: A dramatic wig and a red dress and boots to make into “meat” — try using masking tape for a marbled effect!
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13. Dolly Parton
WireImage You will need: Big blond hair, blue eyeshadow, giant boobs and a sparkly white outfit.
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14. Taylor Swift
Getty Images You will need: A blond curly wig, red lipstick, sparkly dress, cowboy boots and a guitar — if you’re channeling country Taylor, that is.
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15. Pink
Getty Images You will need: A pink mohawk, edgy black outfit, spiky jewelry and plenty of “rock on” hand gestures.
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16. Marilyn Monroe
Bettmann Archive You will need: A white halter dress and heels, short blond wig and red lipstick. Don’t forget the beauty mark!
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17. Marshmello
Cindy Ord You will need: That helmet — easy enough to DIY with a white bucket and a Sharpie!
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18. Michael Jackson
Ron Galella Collection via Getty You will need: A sparkly military-style jacket, curly black wig, white socks and the King of Pop’s signature single glove.
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19. Paris Hilton
Getty Images You will need: A tiny silver halter dress, blond wig and stuffed Chihuahua. (A Juicy Couture tracksuit, Uggs and a flip phone would also be acceptable.)
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20. Madonna
The LIFE Picture Collection You will need: A white lace bustier and gloves, matching tutu, blond curly wig and layers of pearls to get the “Like a Virgin” vibe just right.