As kids, we used to celebrate Halloween every October 31. You’d dress up in a costume from a pop-up Halloween store and use a pillowcase to collect your candy loot. You’d parade around school in your costume as your mom took pictures and the class moms set up orange juice and black and orange cupcakes to have at the end of the day. Ah, the good old days.
But now, in college, Halloween gets tricky. It is nearly impossible to celebrate only one night of Halloween. There is “Halloween weekend” and actual Halloween. And don’t even think about wearing the same costume twice.
Luckily, Her Campus is here to help you with that last one — coming up with unique costumes to wear every night of Halloween. And while you may be tempted to settle for last year’s French maid costume (although we are seriously begging you not to do that) — we bet you’ll be tempted to try out one of the top 20 Halloween costumes for 2012 below!
Pregnant Snooki
Here’s your chance to recycle your costume from 2010. Grab the hair spray for your poof, that awful leopard skirt, and the trashiest t-shirt you can find. Now just add a beach ball on your belly and you’re now the 2012 Mom of the Year — Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi.
Sophia Grace & Rosie
While the British sensations took over YouTube just before Halloween 2011 — not many people jumped on the band wagon with this ingenious costume. Grab your BFF and get yourselves matching tutus, belt out some Nicki Minaj and wow everyone with your moves. Bonus points if you get someone to dress up as Ellen DeGeneres.
Honey Boo Boo
This obviously won’t be the sexiest Halloween costume this year, but it could be the funniest. Here is your chance to put on your redneck charm, chug some go-go juice, and party like you’re a 7-year-old pageant queen.
Mark Zuckerberg
Be the richest person at your Halloween party this year! The Facebook founder is always found in a hoodie – so that’s easy enough. Challenge someone to a coding contest and complain about that darn Social Network movie.
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Facebook Stock
Not a fan of Facebook? Insult the company that forced you to have a timeline by dissing them for their weak stock. Just wear a white t-shirt and draw a stock symbol with the Facebook logo and drop it low all night long!
The Sh*t Girls Say Girls
Here is your chance to whine all night and call it a Halloween costume. Dress up in an annoyingly girl-y outfit (make sure to include a braid and a blazer!) and drop one-liners all night long like: “Do I look fat in this?” and “Omigod!” If you’re over 21, drink vodka soda to stay in character.
Carly Rae Jepsen
This could be your last chance to say “Call me maybe?” Put on a pop star dress and ask every guy you’ve been dying to talk to, to call you… maybe? Don’t forget a wig with bangs and tons and tons of eyeliner. Also — If you see any Justin Biebers roaming around, make sure you thank him for all the support!
Katniss Everdeen
Tough girl? This one’s for you. Braid your hair (or long wig), wear a windbreaker and grab a bow and arrow. Hopefully you’ll be lucky to get two guys as great as Gale and Peeta to fight over you!
PSY
Are you obsessed with “Gangham Style?” Obviously you are. Put on a sharp, black suit and sunglasses and wow the world with your K-Pop inspired dance moves.
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Naked Royals
This summer was ALL about the British monarchy getting exposed. Whether you’re a topless Kate Middleton kinda girl or a full-blown naked in Vegas kinda guy, this is sure to get laughs. Just pick up a nude bodysuit (and a bikini bottom for Kate), plus add a crown. You’ll be in for a royally good time.
A Pinterest Board
Time to share with the world your obsessive pins! This costume is for the people who were Facebook Profiles years before – but need to update. “Pin” your favorite things on a plain white shirt. Great themes for your Pinterest board include school spirit, your BFFs, and nature. Bonus points if you’re willing to admit you have a dream wedding Pinterest board and dress up as that.
Suri Cruise
She’s free (from Scientology) at last!! Since you read Suri’s Burn Book like all the time (poor Violet Garner) dress up as your mini-idol. Heels, a must. Cell phone to talk to daddy Tom? Definitely. Don’t forget the perfectly adorable dress and matching purse, as well as that attitude. Just don’t let any paps catch you partying.
Bitter Ann Curry
TODAY show devotees are still reeling over Ann’s unfair ax from her seat at 30 Rock. Dress up in something professional (but um, prepare to get that dry cleaned before any interviews), text your friend Angelina Jolie, and complain to anyone who will listen what a jerk that Matt Lauer is.
Amanda Bynes
Didn’t think Amanda Bynes would ever make one of these lists – did you? The poor thing might be crazy, but crazy works great at Halloween. For this one we recommend workout leggings and a black bra, with a ton of lipstick smeared on your face (ala Amanda’s infamous Equinox spin class debacle). Sad, but if you talk to yourself and lock yourself in the bathroom no one will question who you’re supposed to be tonight, especially if you go big with the purple hair.
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Not-So-Innocent Snow White
One of the most popular Instagram photos of 2012 was Liberty Ross’s (scorned wife of Kristen Stewart’s lover, Rupert Sanders) picture of a boozed up Snow White (FYI: Rupert directed the Twilight actress (and his wife!) in Snow White and The Huntsman). Poke fun of Kristen Stewart in a creative way by being a sloppy Snow White. It might take some explaining — but you’ll definitely get accolades for not going with the more obvious Twilight Cheater costume.
A Member of the Fierce Five
Pick Gabby, McKayla, Kyla, Jordan or Aly and track down a leo (that’s gymnastics talk for leotard – get with it). You won gold — it’s time to celebrate! Show off your (homemade) Olympic gold medal and whether or not you’ve decided to go as McKayla, you’ve got to show off your #notimpressed face.
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Deadmau5
You may have to get crafty for this one. But for the most dedicated house music fans, a Deadmau5 costume is worth it. Seemingly simple — paper mache a giant Mickey-esque head and rock out all night. If you’re crafting, don’t forget to leave a hole for your eyes and mouth!!!
Calling All Collegiettes: Send us your best Halloween costume photos at PR@hercampus.com or tweet them to us at @HerCampus with #HCHalloween to be included in our Halloween slideshow!