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You know Halloween 2023 will be the Year of the Barbie costume (c’mon, the movie alone inspired endless merch and raked in more than $1 billion at the box office). But you don’t necessarily want to look like every other pink cowgirl or neon skate-suit-wearing partygoer. We get that.

That’s why we’re voting you dress like a much more interesting character from the franchise: Weird Barbie. You don’t have to know how to do a split (though that’d help sell it, if we’re being honest) or possess Kate McKinnon’s comedic timing—really, all it comes down to is a poofy dress, a little face paint and a wild-eyed look.

Photos: Warner Bros/YouTube/MovieClips/Amazon

Mastering the Weird Barbie Costume:

Yes, Spirit Halloween sells an official costume, and yes, it’s sold out, but it’s not even her best look. Here’s what we suggest instead:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtJEZnZUZVs

Note: We’re not affiliated with Mattel or Warner Bros. We’re just fans, sharing costume ideas for other fans.

Author: candacebd

Candace Braun Davison is a writer, editor and recipe developer who divides her time between New York and Florida. She's written articles that have appeared in PureWow, Delish, House Beautiful, Cosmo, Elle, Esquire, Elle Decor, Veranda, Good Housekeeping and more. She's also published and contributed to multiple cookbooks, including a tailgate cookbook specifically designed for USF students. A portion of the proceeds benefitted student scholarships at the university.