How Many of These '70s Costume Ideas Do You Remember?

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Feeling far out this spooky season? Make sure this Halloween is your grooviest one yet by trying one of these '70s Halloween costumes. We're talking funky getups inspired by classic '70s movies and TV shows, from disco-themed Saturday Night Fever looks to the original horror stars like Sissy Spacek in Carrie. You can also find easy DIY Halloween costumes that embody the period, like fuzzy pink dice or a gold disco jumpsuit that you can buy as a last-minute Halloween costume.

The '70s can inspire an epic group Halloween costume, too! If you're planning on cute best friend costumes this year, then you'll love the ideas featuring iconic duos like Laverne and Shirley or the Charlie's Angels characters. Music lovers will want to check out outfits that represent their idols such as Elton John, Diana Ross, or Debbie Harry. There's even an adorable DIY Elvis Presley costume for your baby! If you're really leaning into the nostalgia this Halloween, you'll want to also take a peek at the '80s costumes out there and see what you prefer. Either way, these '70s costumes are perfect for a fun throwback theme this Halloween!

Ron Burgundy from 'Anchorman' Costume

Show the world you're "kind of a big deal" by dressing up as the ridiculous Ron Burgundy from the hit '70s-set comedy Anchorman. Don't forget to accessorize with a mustache—or you can grow your own!

Rocky Balboa Boxing Costume

Become the "Italian Stallion" for the night by wearing this awesome Rocky Balboa costume. It comes with a hooded robe, shorts, and a belt.

Jan from 'The Brady Bunch' Costume

It's always all about Marcia, Marcia, Marcia—but it won't be this Halloween when you dress up in this officially licensed Jan Brady costume. It's all kinds of groovy!

Willy Wonka Costume

Step into a world of pure imagination this Halloween by dressing up as Willy Wonka. We can't think of a better time than Halloween to pay homage to this candy king!

Pink Ladies Costume

The Pink Ladies ruled the school in Grease, and with this cool costume, you'll definitely rule Halloween! Rock this satiny jacket with a pink wig to go as Frenchy or a brunette pixie to become Rizzo for the night.

'Good Sandy' from 'Grease' Costume

If you're too pure to be pink, recreate this wholesome "Good Sandy" costume. All you'll need is a pastel yellow ensemble to create a look that everyone will be hopelessly devoted to.

Get the tutorial at Emily Retro.

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'Animal House' Toga Costume

Turn Halloween into one big toga party by rocking this look inspired by the 1978 comedy Animal House. By the end of the night, you'll have everyone chanting, "Toga! Toga! Toga!"

'Crocodile Rock' Family Halloween Costume

If you remember when rock was young, then you remember Elton John's 1973 hit "Crocodile Rock." Now you can pay tribute to the song with this clever family costume that's part DIY and part store-bought.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

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'70s Elvis Costume

Here's a little rock 'n' roll history lesson: Elvis debuted his iconic white jumpsuit in 1973 during his "Aloha from Hawaii" concert. Now you can recreate the look with this fun costume that comes complete with a glittery white jumpsuit, belt with rhinestones accents, and red scarf.

'Dazed and Confused' Senior Girls Costume

Freshmen, be warned! The senior girls from the 1976-set film Dazed and Confused are here for Halloween—and they brought lots of condiments.

Get the tutorial at Camille Styles.

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Fuzzy Dice Costume

Decorating your car with fuzzy dice was all the rage in the '70s. Bring the trend to life with this DIY costume made from a pink fur blanket and cardboard.

Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.

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'Badlands' Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek Costume

If you have blue jeans, a denim jacket, and a white shirt or blouse, you and your boo can easily pull together this killer '70s movie couple costume. Beyond that, all you'll need is a pair of faux handcuffs.

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Photo Strip Costume

Long before we could take photos with our phones, people captured memories in photo booths. This fun take on a '70s costume is just begging for funny captions!

Get the tutorial at The Merry Thought.

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'Carrie' Prom Costume

Sissy Spacek was not your average prom queen, that's for sure. You can do a Carrie costume two ways—sans blood, or covered head to toe. 😱

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Columbia from 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Costume

The '70s cult classic is packed with costume options: Frank-N-Furter, Magenta, Riff Raff, and more. But if you're someone who likes to sparkle on Halloween, then Columbia's your gal.

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Michael Myers “Halloween” Costume

Throw it back to the original Halloween slasher film. All you need is a good Michael Myers face mask, a fake slasher knife, and a blue jumpsuit. Oh yes, and some fake blood.

Disco Gold Costume

You'll be the queen of the disco once you slip into this gold jumpsuit! Dress it up with heels, gold dangly jewelry, and big sunglasses.

Disco Ball Costume

Does it get more '70s than a literal disco ball? Go all out accessorizing this costume with as many silver odds and ends as you can find.

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Wonder Woman Costume

Who could forget the original Wonder Woman, Lynda Carter? Recreate her iconic outfit for Halloween this year, complete with her tiara and red, blue, and gold outfit.

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'Saturday Night Fever' Costume

Channel John Travolta in this amazing white leisure suit, complete with an oversized black collar. All you'll need to add is a pair of platform shoes and you'll be ready to boogie.

Laverne and Shirley Costumes

Although set in the '50s and '60s, Laverne & Shirley aired in the '70s and took the country by storm. Grab your best friend and dress up as these iconic characters. Getting the costume together is so easy—a trip to a consignment store should be all that you need!

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Sonny and Cher Costumes

Here's a no-brainer '70s couples costume: Sonny and Cher. They rose to fame in the '60s and remained a power duo through the mid-'70s. They have some seriously groovy outfits to choose from, but this one might be the easiest to pull off with a trip to a thrift shop.

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Ziggy Stardust Costume

"Ground Control to Major Tom!" This costume inspired by David Bowie gives you the look of an outer space traveler. Now, all you need to do is memorize the lyrics of "Space Oddity" for karaoke on Halloween night!

Hippie-Inspired Costumes

Skip the usual fringe vest and flower crowns that come with hippie costumes and go with these creative ideas instead.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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Stevie Nicks Costume

Who else could pull of a black top hat and a breezy, velvet top other than Fleetwood Mac's Stevie Nicks? Well, you could this Halloween! A flowy top, hat, and necklaces will help you capture Stevie's effortless vibe. Carry around a tambourine if you really want to lean into the look.

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Hippie Costume

Everything you need to feel like a real flower child is included in this costume. Listen to some Bob Dylan while you're getting ready to really cement the vibe.

Disco Girl Costume

Unleash your inner diva with this silver disco costume. The best part about it is that it comes with its very own disco ball, so you can bust a move wherever you want.

Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.

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Donna Summer Costume

Emulate the Disco Queen herself for Halloween this year. There's no shortage of glamorous outfits that Donna Summer has to offer. But if you can pull off this flowing cape with colorful gems, you'll feel like a goddess all night long.

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Tie-Dye Costume Set

Embrace the '70s tie-dye trend this Halloween! This kit has everything you need for an easy costume, including a T-shirt, headband, glasses, and a peace sign necklace.

Freddie Mercury, Elton John, and David Bowie Costumes

Get two friends on board and dress up as these three iconic rockstars. It's hard to narrow down just one outfit to choose for each, but these are definitely winners!

Get the tutorial at Living After Midnite.

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Farrah Fawcett Costume

It's easy to copy Farrah Fawcett's stylish look here. Just grab a red sweatshirt, bell-bottoms, and a pair of white sneakers. You'll also need to bust out the curling iron—it might take you a bit to achieve her iconic feathered 'do.

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Rubik's Cube Costume

For this year's Halloween party, go as a Rubik's Cube, which was released in the mid-'70s. Follow this step-by-step tutorial to create a look that's identical to the real deal.

Get the tutorial at The Benson Street.

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John Lennon and Yoko Ono Costumes

For a famous duo that's easy to recreate, emulate John Lennon and Yoko Ono this year. You'll need John Lennon's signature round glasses and a big white hat for Yoko Ono.

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Men's '70s Costume Leisure Suit

What's more '70s than a men's leisure suit? This outfit comes with everything you need for the look—all that's missing are a pair of platform shoes and a glorious 'stache.

Lava Lamp Costume

What's more groovy than a psychedelic lava lamp? You can turn this into a group costume by making different-colored tops.

Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.

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Diana Ross Costume

Dress up as the lead singer of The Supremes for a truly glamorous costume. Carry a fake microphone with you to channel your inner superstar.

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'Foxy Lady' Disco Costume

What's a '70s costume without bell-bottoms? You'll feel like a dancing queen as soon as you put this costume on!

Little Edie from 'Grey Gardens' Costume

Anyone who loves thrifting will enjoy putting this outfit together in honor of Little Edie from the iconic documentary Grey Gardens. A cat is optional! (But recommended for authenticity.)

Get the tutorial at Keiko Lynn.

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'The Mary Tyler Moore Show' Costume

Pay homage to comedic icon Mary Tyler Moore this Halloween. Take inspiration from her '70s hit TV series The Mary Tyler Moore Show and dress up as her character Mary Richards.

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KISS Costume

Feel like a rockstar by dressing up as a member of KISS this Halloween. You can go solo or as a crew—no one will be unsure about who you are!

Crocodile Rock Halloween Costume

If you're a pun and music lover, then this cute group costume based on Elton John's 1973 hit is a perfect match.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

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'Jaws' Costume

Dress up as one of the characters from Steven Spielberg's Jaws in honor of the movie that terrified everyone in the summer of '75. Gather your friends to go as Quint, Martin, and Matt, and dress your pet up as the shark!

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'Saturday Night Fever' Red Dress

Speaking of Saturday Night Fever, we can't forget about Tony Manero's dance partner Stephanie. Recreate this iconic movie with your partner or best friend on Halloween.

Velma Dinkley Costume

Velma Dinkley is the perfect choice for your '70s-themed costume, since she's the brains behind the Scooby-Doo crew. Grab your friends to go as the rest of the bunch—and your pup too! (PS: This blogger has steps to recreate Daphne as well.)

Get the tutorial at The Trendy Files.

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Forrest Gump and Jenny Costumes

Even though the film spans 30 years, much of it takes place during the '70s. Grab your other half, the peas to your carrots!

See more at Mary Costa Photography.

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Baby Elvis Halloween Costume

Dress your little one up in a bejeweled outfit just like the jumpsuits The King himself used to wear in the '70s. And don't forget a gelled curl in front!

Get the tutorial at Sew Much Ado.

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Debbie Harry Costume

If you're more of a punk rocker than a disco dancer, dressing up as the lead singer of Blondie might be the right '70s look for you. You'll feel so cool with her platinum blond hair and dark eye makeup.

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Family 'Star Wars' Costume

Get the whole family in on the fun by recreating your favorite characters from the first Star Wars movie. (It came out in 1977!). How can it get any cuter than baby R2-D2?

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.

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'Charlie's Angels' Costumes

If you're dressing up with your friends, you can always mimic the whole Charlie's Angels crew! Luckily, Kelly, Sabrina, and Jill's looks are pretty easy to get right. Plus, you'll add some fun clothes to your wardrobe.

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'The Blues Brothers' Costumes

While the movie came out in 1980, the characters were originated on Saturday Night Live in the '70s by Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. It's a great last-minute costume to put together—you might just need to get your hands on the black fedoras. You'll get bonus points for carrying around a harmonica if you're dressed as Elwood.

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