Throwback Thursday: Here Are 6 Great Halloween Costumes From The '90s That Will Take You Back In Time

Halloween is on the way. As the spooky holiday comes closer, excitement around the world bubbles. Whether you are the trick-or-treat kind of Halloweener or the costume party crasher type of Halloweener, the holiday is a delight no matter how you like to celebrate the night.

What Is Halloween And Why Is It Celebrated?

Celebrated on October 31, Halloween is a beloved holiday that combines elements of spookiness, creativity, and community. Rooted in ancient Celtic traditions, it marks the transition from autumn to winter and honours departed souls. Today, it's a lively and diverse occasion, embraced by people worldwide.

The hallmark of Halloween is the tradition of dressing up in costumes, ranging from ghoulish monsters to beloved pop culture icons. Children eagerly go door-to-door trick-or-treating, collecting candies and treats from their neighbours. Haunted houses, pumpkin carvings, and eerie decorations fill streets and homes, giving way to a thrilling atmosphere.

Why Are These Halloween Costumes From The '90s Still So Popular?

Halloween allows individuals to express their imagination and connect with their communities, making it a cherished holiday for all ages. There are some characters that have become staples during the?Halloween?season. While there are people who go for some unorthodox characters and transform themselves, others like to keep things classic and fun.??

Baby One More Time

There was a time when every girl down the block was seen in gimmicky costumes trying to emulate the iconic school dress Britney Spears wore in the music video of her late '90s release ‘...Baby One More Time’.?

This one was a pretty easy pick for any woman in her early 20s. Julia Roberts stole numerous hearts with her bubbly character in the 1990 film Pretty Woman. Still a staple watch for lazy weekends, the film was an instant hit.?

With the popularity of the film, grew the popularity of the famous ‘Vivian’ dress. Throughout the years' countless fans and novices alike have recreated the look for Halloween.?

Clueless

If any movie gets to be a popular pick for Halloween fashion, then Clueless?has to be it. The film is not only a cult classic but also brimming with fashion hits. From Cher’s iconic yellow-checkered two-piece to Dion’s top-hat collection, every outfit in the film has been turned into a Halloween costume more than once.?

Power Rangers

Going back to the days when cartoons were more than just white noise to keep children busy, this cartoon staple can still be seen on the streets on Halloween. From choosing which colour you want to be (everyone wanted to be red) to picking out the version you like best, Power Rangers as Halloween costumes can never go out of style.

Teletubbies

The OG cartoon icons. If you and your bunch are in a goofy mood on Halloween, Teletubbies are one of the most outdone and easily available costumes out there. While they might be irrelevant now, back in the day Teletubbies were all the rage.

Powerpuff Girls

If you were a group of three friends, then there is a very high chance that you would have dressed up as the Powerpuff Girls during Halloween in the '90s. The show was not only iconic, but the character design of the three girls in the show was also highly preferred. So, when it came to dressing up as a trio, Powerpuff Girls became one of the most popular choices.?

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