Just in Time for Halloween: 10 Memorable Costume Ideas for 2015

From Cookie to The Currys, consider these fun looks.

Empire Character - We've always considered pop culture to be the best source for Halloween costume ideas. Check out our top picks ahead and get inspired! By Patrice Peck Looking to make a spectacular entrance? Taraji P. Henson's character Cookie Lyons from Empire knows all about that. To become the most talked about diva on TV, you'll need a skin- tight animal-print mini dress, a larger-than-life fur coat, some doorknocker hoop earrings and either a slicked-back bun or large retro waves. If you're more like Grace Gealey's character Anika Calhoun (a.k.a. Boo Boo Kitty), a Lena Horne-esque pixie cut is in order, as is a sophisticated dress and a red lip. Bonus points for the BFFs that show up as these characters and get into a faux catfight.(Photos from left: Chuck Hodes/FOX)

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Empire Character - We've always considered pop culture to be the best source for Halloween costume ideas. Check out our top picks ahead and get inspired! By Patrice Peck Looking to make a spectacular entrance? Taraji P. Henson's character Cookie Lyons from Empire knows all about that. To become the most talked about diva on TV, you'll need a skin- tight animal-print mini dress, a larger-than-life fur coat, some doorknocker hoop earrings and either a slicked-back bun or large retro waves. If you're more like Grace Gealey's character Anika Calhoun (a.k.a. Boo Boo Kitty), a Lena Horne-esque pixie cut is in order, as is a sophisticated dress and a red lip. Bonus points for the BFFs that show up as these characters and get into a faux catfight.(Photos from left: Chuck Hodes/FOX)

Angela Bassett in American Horror Story - Depending on whom you ask, American Horror Story wasn't on fire until esteemed actress Angela Bassett joined the cast in season three as Marie Laveau, an unapologetic New Orleans Voodoo queen. Between Laveau and her newer AHS characters Desiree Dupree and Ramona Royale, you won't be at a loss for costume inspiration.(Photo: FX)

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Angela Bassett in American Horror Story - Depending on whom you ask, American Horror Story wasn't on fire until esteemed actress Angela Bassett joined the cast in season three as Marie Laveau, an unapologetic New Orleans Voodoo queen. Between Laveau and her newer AHS characters Desiree Dupree and Ramona Royale, you won't be at a loss for costume inspiration.(Photo: FX)

Viola Davis in How to Get Away With Murder - If you're not a big Halloween person, then consider being Annalise Keating on How to Get Away With Murder, played famously by Emmy Award winner Viola Davis. All you'll need is a dark red leather jacket, some slacks a briefcase and a sophisticated cropped wig. Extra points if you snatch off your wig and eyelashes midway through the night, just like Annalise did in one of the show's most jaw-dropping scenes.(Photo: Craig Sjodin/ABC)

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Viola Davis in How to Get Away With Murder - If you're not a big Halloween person, then consider being Annalise Keating on How to Get Away With Murder, played famously by Emmy Award winner Viola Davis. All you'll need is a dark red leather jacket, some slacks a briefcase and a sophisticated cropped wig. Extra points if you snatch off your wig and eyelashes midway through the night, just like Annalise did in one of the show's most jaw-dropping scenes.(Photo: Craig Sjodin/ABC)

The Blue and Black/White and Gold Dress - You might recall how a certain dress went viral last February after a Tumblr user posted a picture of it on her page, asking others if the dress was blue and black or white and gold. Who could have predicted that such an innocent question could spark an international debate! Poke fun at the global phenomenon by getting an inexpensive white mini dress and painting one half black and blue and the other white and gold. It's a win-win.(Photo: Tumblr)

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The Blue and Black/White and Gold Dress - You might recall how a certain dress went viral last February after a Tumblr user posted a picture of it on her page, asking others if the dress was blue and black or white and gold. Who could have predicted that such an innocent question could spark an international debate! Poke fun at the global phenomenon by getting an inexpensive white mini dress and painting one half black and blue and the other white and gold. It's a win-win.(Photo: Tumblr)

Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj in 'Feeling Myself' - In a year full of epic #BlackGirlsAreMagic moments, Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj certainly made the world stop … with their own contribution via the "Feeling Myself" music video. Revisit the video to pick the perfect look for you this Halloween, whether it's Bey's custom Chicago Bulls one-piece or Nicki's controversial "Pervert 17" jersey. OK, now carry on!(Photo: Columbia Records)

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Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj in 'Feeling Myself' - In a year full of epic #BlackGirlsAreMagic moments, Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj certainly made the world stop … with their own contribution via the "Feeling Myself" music video. Revisit the video to pick the perfect look for you this Halloween, whether it's Bey's custom Chicago Bulls one-piece or Nicki's controversial "Pervert 17" jersey. OK, now carry on!(Photo: Columbia Records)

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Stephen, Ayesha and Riley Curry - If you're trick-or-treating this year as a family, why not go as one of the most beloved sports clans, The Currys? Between Stephen and Riley's adorable father-daughter press conference moments and Ayesha and Stephen's model relationship, you'll be celebrating values that any family can stand behind.(Photo by Stephen Lam/Getty Images)

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Stephen, Ayesha and Riley Curry - If you're trick-or-treating this year as a family, why not go as one of the most beloved sports clans, The Currys? Between Stephen and Riley's adorable father-daughter press conference moments and Ayesha and Stephen's model relationship, you'll be celebrating values that any family can stand behind.(Photo by Stephen Lam/Getty Images)

The Inside Out Characters - When you're rolling with a squad, finding a great group costume idea can get pretty frustrating. But, we've thought of an easy and fun idea for your gang this Halloween. Meet the emotional characters of Pixar's Inside Out: Joy, Sadness, Fear, Anger and Disgust. After you've chosen everyone's character, get ready to put on the face paint and rock some colorful wigs. And, of course, don't forget to commit to your assigned emotion!(Photo: Disney Pixar)

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The Inside Out Characters - When you're rolling with a squad, finding a great group costume idea can get pretty frustrating. But, we've thought of an easy and fun idea for your gang this Halloween. Meet the emotional characters of Pixar's Inside Out: Joy, Sadness, Fear, Anger and Disgust. After you've chosen everyone's character, get ready to put on the face paint and rock some colorful wigs. And, of course, don't forget to commit to your assigned emotion!(Photo: Disney Pixar)

North West - It's hard not to be a big fan of North West and her impeccable sartorial swag. Pick up a tutu, black tights, a camera and a tough motorcycle jacket and you'll be good to go. Make sure to rock some cute double buns. (Photos from left: WENN.com)

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North West - It's hard not to be a big fan of North West and her impeccable sartorial swag. Pick up a tutu, black tights, a camera and a tough motorcycle jacket and you'll be good to go. Make sure to rock some cute double buns. (Photos from left: WENN.com)

A Yeezy Season 2 Model - Fashionable zombie or Yeezy Season 2 model? That's probably the question you'll hear the most if you decide to go out as the latter. This is the perfect costume idea for the fashionista who has a ton of monochromatic pieces in her particular skin tone.(Photo: Randy Brooke/Getty Images for Kanye West Yeezy)

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A Yeezy Season 2 Model - Fashionable zombie or Yeezy Season 2 model? That's probably the question you'll hear the most if you decide to go out as the latter. This is the perfect costume idea for the fashionista who has a ton of monochromatic pieces in her particular skin tone.(Photo: Randy Brooke/Getty Images for Kanye West Yeezy)

Tituss Burgess in The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt - Are you familiar with Titus Andromedon? If not, then you need to go binge-watch The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and get familiar ASAP. Tituss Burgess's character on the popular Netflix comedy gives so much life in each episode, especially the one where he produces and stars in his own music video for "Pinot Noir." He has many outfit changes throughout the video, so you won't be at a loss for ideas. Just memorize the song and you'll become a Halloween legend.(Photo: Netflix)

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Tituss Burgess in The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt - Are you familiar with Titus Andromedon? If not, then you need to go binge-watch The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and get familiar ASAP. Tituss Burgess's character on the popular Netflix comedy gives so much life in each episode, especially the one where he produces and stars in his own music video for "Pinot Noir." He has many outfit changes throughout the video, so you won't be at a loss for ideas. Just memorize the song and you'll become a Halloween legend.(Photo: Netflix)