Like most things in life, Halloween is more fun with a friend ― or five. What’s Cher without Dionne? Or one creepy “Shining” twin without the other? Or Ginger Spice without Baby, Scary, Sporty and Posh?
For all the women out there who prefer to play dress up with their BFFs on Halloween, here are 18 fun costume ideas that require a buddy or two. (They also don’t require an insane amount of time, money or effort.)
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Lobster Bisque

Courtesy of Nina Bahadur
All you need is a group of friends, red tunics and lobster claw hats. Voila! You've become a delectable lobster bisque who can tell passersby to beware of your claws.
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The "Spice" Girls

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Nothing says "Girl Power" like The Spice Girls. So why not add a pun to your '90s nostalgia? This costume requires a bit of artistry on poster board -- plus red buckets, string and black leggings.
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via Costume Works
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The Four Seasons

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Lady Emojis

Courtesy of Casey Vagianos
This one is super easy and very 2015. Gather your best girlfriends, solid-color bottoms, pink tops -- and your arms. You're good to go.
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Taco Bell Sauce Packets

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A lady rainbow of hot sauce. If you have a bigger group of friends who want to go in on a costume, this one could be perfect.
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(via Costume Works)
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Holy Guacamole and Holy Cow

Courtesy of Emma Gray
A platonic couple's costume that's super easy to DIY. Cut out a photo of an avocado or some cow spots, tape them to your green or white dress, and add angel wings and a halo. Plus, it's punny!
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Rock, Paper, Scissors

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All paper and scissors need is some cardboard and light craftiness. Rock can either wear a poofy gray tutu, or just dress in solid gray! All three of you can walk around challenging people to play rock, paper, scissors throughout the evening.
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