What happens when K-pop fashion turns dark, gothic, and unapologetically edgy? You get the perfect K-pop Halloween costumes. Halloween is all about transformation, and K-pop idols perfectly portray transformations with their gothic-inspired and ready-made costume ideas for fans. In this blog, we’ll explore the BEST K-pop Halloween costumes.
1. Saja Boys – K-pop Demon Hunters
K-pop Demon Hunters has undoubtedly become the next BIG K-pop movie that won everyone’s hearts globally. The fashion in this movie perfectly captured the essence of “K-pop” with dark, demon-inspired themes. Saja Boys are demons in disguise whose true forms get revealed during their final concert. Their outfits are inspired by the traditional Korean grim reapers, also known as joeseung saja. They have purple-blue skin, a patterned face, with claws, fangs, and glowing golden eyes and slit pupils. If you want to have the most fun and eyes on yourself during Halloween, you must cosplay as Saja Boys from K-pop Demon Hunters.
2. Huntrix – K-pop Demon Hunters
Huntrix is another fictional K-pop girl group from K-pop Demon Hunters. They’re the idols who secretly fight demons at night using their powerful music and supernatural abilities. Their group consists of three members, Rumi, Mira, and Zoey, with their stylish, action-ready outfits. Cosplaying as Huntrix with your friends will be a good idea this Halloween. It’s an excellent choice for fans of K-pop and the animated movie, offering a creative yet on-trend costume.
3. Bad Desire – ENHYPEN
Much like the fictional Saja Boys, the K-pop group ENHYPEN has embraced a dark, fantastical concept, vampire-inspired lore for their music videos. Their title track, “Bad Desire (With or Without You),” is especially vampire-inspired. It explores the intoxicating and dangerous nature of desire itself whilst portraying the members as vampires in an internal struggle. The boys battle the temptation to turn a loved one into a vampire, a “bad desire” that would condemn them but also unite them at the end.
4. IYKYK – XG
XG’s IYKYK has a more alien and cryptic theme that doesn’t link to dark fantasy. Instead, the music video features futuristic, otherworldly, and trippy visuals, including their CG avatars, with the members appearing in an astral space. The storyline shows the members controlling their own inner energy and discovering their supernatural abilities, contrasting their intense internal experiences with their normal lives on Earth. XG’s music videos have always impressed fans with proper storylines and unrealistic visuals, making them the perfect Halloween inspiration.
5. Zombie – EVERGLOW
EVERGLOW’s Zombie tells the story of being trapped in the remains of a past love, unable to move on, and ultimately turning into “zombies” of their previous selves. The music video appears to be eerie with stylish aesthetics. The members carry a white-aesthetic with white dresses, white hair, and white shoes. Some scenes in the music video also show hospital settings, which are known to be a common origin for zombies in the fictional world.
6. Monster High – KATSEYE
KATSEYE collaborated with Monster High and reimagined the “Fright Song.” Each of the six members transformed into a different monster from the original folklore for the music video. For example, Sophia cosplayed as a legendary Filipino vampire known as Manananggal. This monster can detach its upper torso and fly. Lara cosplayed as a Rakshasa, a shape-shifting demon from Hindu mythology. Yoonchae took Jangsan Beom’s appearance from Korean folklore. This demon can move silently and mimic others. Megan became a Huli Jing, the fox spirit from Chinese mythology known for wits and illusions. Manon took the form of a Sea Monster from Mami Wata, a water spirit. Lastly, Daniela, the werewolf, whose lunar energy is enhanced through her dance.
7. The Black Cat NERO – ATEEZ
“The Black Cat Nero” has a notable international history and has been covered many times by K-pop groups. It’s based on an Italian children’s song from 1969, called “Volevo un gatto nero,” meaning “I wanted a black cat”. The lyrics playfully complain about a white cat being adopted instead of a black one. ATEEZ transformed this song into a dark rock anthem through their dramatic dance break, powerful vocals, and rock music with gothic aesthetics.
8. Monster – Red Velvet Irene & Seulgi
Red Velvet’s “Monster” tells the story of a monster controlling dreams. Their song and music video portray a monster who enters people’s dreams to dance and play with them. Carmilla, a decaying chapel, an open grave with hints of a supernatural vampiric bond between two characters, inspires it. Some fans have also put forward theories about Seulgi and Irene’s sapphic love affair. The music video perfectly captures the high-fashion that blends gothic and modern elements, making it perfect for Halloween.
9. Animal Farm – BIBI
Solo artist BIBI’s “Animal Farm” is inspired by Kill Bill and the novel Animal Farm. It portrays BIBI as a vengeful person who massacres guests at a masquerade ball. According to BIBI herself, the “Pig Masks” portray the hypocrites in society, adding depth to the song. If you want to opt for high-concept visuals, the elegant party dress with fake blood and a samurai sword makes this a perfect Halloween choice.
10. ICKY – KARD
KARD’s ICKY is a perfect Halloween costume choice because it’s fashion-forward with dreamlike aesthetics, featuring members in chic and eerie settings. The co-ed nature of KARD allows for a more diverse group costume with members portraying distinct fashion styles. The “ick” factor explores the feeling of being intrigued by something unsettling that adds to the psychological horror.
Conclusion
In conclusion, choosing the BEST K-pop Halloween costumes is hard because there are just too many iconic looks to pick from. Every group has unique concepts, whether it’s gothic, vampire, or eerie. At the end of the day, the best K-pop Halloween costume is the one that lets you show off your creativity and have fun at events.
