Halloween is one of the most popular holidays for friend groups and families to dress up together and have fun.
Going in a coordinated group costume can make your Halloween celebrations even more memorable and Instagram-worthy!
I’ll provide inspiration for how to pull off each themed trio, plus tips to help make your group’s coordinated looks totally seamless.
Get ready for compliments and laughs galore when you and your besties step out in these genius Halloween trios!
Mean Girls Trivia
For a costume that will make fetch happen, channel the Plastics from the hit 2004 teen movie Mean Girls.
This popular trio costume idea allows each person to dress as a different character: Regina George, Gretchen Wieners or Karen Smith.
Accessorize with pink clothing, a Burn Book and candy cane pens for a costume that’s so fetch!
To pull it off, have one friend wear a light pink tank top and mini skirt with a dark pink cardigan wrapped around their shoulders—Regina’s signature look.
Add some glam makeup and hair accessories too.
For Gretchen, go for a crop top with a short pleated skirt, and lots of dark eye makeup.
Finish it with a dark wig parted severely down the middle.
For Karen, opt for a pink track jacket over a tank, mini skirt and tights.
Don’t forget the mouse ears headband either!
Other Mean Girls accessories like a giant cheese fries costume prop or a bag that says “On Wednesdays We Wear Pink” will help tie the whole look together.
This costume works great because it’s so recognizable for fans of the comedy film, plus allows each person to really take on a different character.
The Power puff Girls
For a trio costume that’s literally girl power personified, channel the kindergarten-aged superhero sisters from The Powerpuff Girls.
This Cartoon Network classic makes for an easy coordinated group costume.
Each person can pick their favorite Powerpuff Girl to portray: Blossom, Bubbles or Buttercup.
To transform into Blossom, wear a bright pink or red dress with a big bow in your hair.
For Bubbles, opt for a baby blue dress and pigtails.
To become Buttercup, select a green outfit and add some black leggings or tights for an edgy look.
Don’t forget to make homemade signs with your character names on them as well.
Face paint to match each Powerpuff Girl’s signature color scheme will help complete the look.
Since these characters are so recognizable from the popular 2000s cartoon, this is an easy trio to put together.
It works especially well for groups of girlfriends or sisters.
Pick your favorite Powerpuff and fight crime one Halloween at a time!
The Sanderson Sisters from Hocus Pocus
For a spooky cinema-inspired trio, channel the spellbinding Sanderson sisters from the 1993 Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus.
Each friend can dress as one of the film’s villainous witches—Winifred, Sarah or Mary.
With the right costumes and props, your coven can cast a spell on everyone you encounter on Halloween night.
To dress as Winifred, the leader of the Sanderson trio, wear a long black robe and green witch hat.
Carry a broomstick and add a vibrant red wig to complete her iconic look.
For Sarah’s costume, go for an even witchier all-black outfit with wild frizzy hair.
And for Mary, wear a cream-colored robe and granny wig to capture her humorously ditzy persona.
Grab a cauldron, spell book or candle to really look like you’re ready to drain the lives of Salem’s children (in the movie, of course, not reality!
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This costume idea is fun and flexible, whether you aim for a more lighthearted take or truly creepy vibe.
As the Sanderson sisters would say, “It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus!”
The Spice Girls
Spice up your life and Halloween plans with an iconic throwback group costume idea inspired by the one and only Spice Girls.
This 90s girl group makes for the perfect trio costume, with each friend taking on the persona of Scary, Sporty, Posh, Baby or Ginger Spice.
To nail the look, raid your own closet or find signature Spice Girls pieces from a thrift store.
Channel Scary Spice with a leopard print ensemble and dark lipstick.
For Posh Spice, wear all black with sleek straight hair.
Baby Spice just needs some fun pigtails and pink clothing.
Sporty Spice should rock workout clothes, sneakers and high ponytails.
And Ginger Spice requires a glam Union Jack dress to complete the iconic look.
Add props like microphones, peace signs or a cardboard cutout of the Spice Bus for extra fun.
This costume is great for girl squads who grew up during 90s Spice Mania.
But it works for any trio ready to bring some serious girl power to their Halloween celebrations.
The Fates from Hercules
For a costume that’s mythological and mysterious, try channeling The Fates from Disney’s 1997 animated film Hercules.
Also known as the Three Old Witches, these characters control the threads of human life.
The twisted sisters make for an eerie but powerful trio costume choice.
To recreate their distinctive look, each person will need to wear a long, draping robe in a different color.
Go for purple, red and green to match the movie characters.
Add a billowing headpiece that covers your face for an ominous effect.
One friend can hold a staff, another scissors and the third a ball of yarn to represent their control over destiny.
This is a more obscure costume idea that’s perfect for friends who want a coordinating group look but prefer to avoid the predictable.
The rich colored robes and ghostly vibe also make The Fates ideal for a mystical masquerade ball or other formal Halloween affair.
You’ll be destined to get lots of compliments in this commanding costume.
The Three Blind Mice
For a trio costume that’s equal parts cute and clever, dress as The Three Blind Mice from the classic Mother Goose nursery rhyme.
Each member of your group can easily recreate this storybook rodent look with just a few key elements.
Start by wearing all gray clothing, like a t-shirt, pants and mouse ears headband.
Carry a cane and wear black sunglasses to appear visually impaired.
For extra authenticity, make faux bite marks on your tails using black, gray and white face paint or makeup.
One friend can hold a knife prop for the farmer’s wife who cuts off their tails.
This rhyme-inspired costume works great for literature lovers or friends looking for an animal-themed group costume idea.
The matching gray color scheme keeps things cohesive, while the canes and sunglasses add some whimsical humor.
Just be prepared for everyone to exclaim, “Three Blind Mice, see how they run!” when you arrive in this charming trio.
The Pink Ladies from Grease
Roll back to the 1950s with a trio costume inspired by the iconic Pink Ladies from the hit musical Grease.
This look for three is perfect for a group of friends who want to exude some retro attitude and style.
To embody the sassy clique, each person needs a pink or black ladies jacket with “Pink Ladies” scrolled on the back.
Add some curve-hugging retro dresses, cat-eye glasses and bobby socks to capture the 50s teen spirit.
One friend can carry a radio prop and another a purse full of lip gloss, comb and cigarette pack accessories.
This costume works well for a variety of body types and personal styles.
Show off your squad goals and love of musicals by strutting your stuff as the infamous Pink Ladies this Halloween.
You definitely won’t be relegated to the background in this fun, familiar and feminine themed trio costume.
The Three Stooges
For a trio costume that’s heavy on the laughs, try dressing up as The Three Stooges comedy team.
This classic funnyman routine makes for an inspired Halloween look that’s flexible for many group dynamics.
To portray Larry, opt for a bowl cut wig and suit vest.
For Moe, gel your hair into a black bowl cut and add an oversized button-up shirt.
To become Curly, curl your hair or wear a wig of tight ringlets.
Accessorize with props like fake eye pokes, slaps or a hammer for slapstick Stooges style.
No matter if your friend group is all male, female or a mix, you can divide up and gender-swap the Stooge roles however you’d like.
This costume is sure to bring some hilarious nostalgic humor to your Halloween celebration.
People won’t be able to resist a “nyuk nyuk” or two when they see your zany trio!
Heads of Lettuce
For a healthy dose of silly fun, go as a trio of heads of lettuce this Halloween.
This simple food-inspired costume works great if you want an easy, comfortable and conversation-starting group look.
To transform into produce, each friend can wear a green t-shirt and pants along with a hat or baseball cap covered in green felt or construction paper leaves.
Carry around empty plastic produce bags or make signs with leaf puns for added laughs.
You could even hand out romaine wrappers full of candy as trick-or-treaters will surely get a kick out of your creative costume choice!
Going green as lettuce is unexpected and allows for lots of whimsical costume possibilities.
Don’t be surprised if you end up having a seriously unbe-leaf-able Halloween in this fun costume!
The Three Amigos from the Movie
For a trio costume inspired by a famous funny flick, channel the hapless heroes from The Three Amigos movie.
Starring comedy legends Steve Martin, Chevy Chase and Martin Short, this 1986 western spoof makes for an irreverent and lively group look.
Each person can wear a colorful sombrero, poncho and fake mustache to embody one of the clueless Amigos.
Carry around a toy guitar as your trusty instrument.
The most ambitious groups could even film yourselves recreating scenes from the movie to share online or at the Halloween party!
This costume works great for friend trios with a shared appreciation for goofy comedies.
You’ll surely make everyone laugh by going as the bad guys turned unlikely heroes from this cult classic western.
¡Ándale!
¡Ándale!
¡Arriba!
¡Arriba!
¡Eeeee-hah!
The Three Musketeers
Calling all swashbuckling squads!
This Halloween, go on an adventure as the valiant trio of Athos, Porthos and Aramis from The Three Musketeers.
Inspired by the classic novel and various film adaptations, this coordinated costume makes for an elegant and eclectic theme.
To portray the Musketeers, each friend can wear a cavalier style hat with a large feather, a lace jabot collar and vest over a puffy shirt.
Add men’s breeches or riding boots to finish the 17th century French vibe.
Don’t forget to carry swords as your weapon of choice.
You’ll be ready to fight for honor in style!
For an extra twist, gender swap the traditional male roles or incorporate other colorful Baroque-inspired accessories.
This costume allows each friend’s unique flair to shine through while still coordinating as a cohesive group.
All for one and one for all!
Paper, Rock, Scissors
For a super simple but clever group costume idea, go as the classic hand game Paper, Rock, Scissors.
Each friend picks one of the three options and dresses accordingly for an easy theme that’s oddly satisfying.
The paper person can wear all white and carry sheets of paper.
Rock can don gray clothing with boulder props.
Scissors gets to layer on metallics while brandishing oversized plastic shears.
You can be literal or get creative with detailing each costume part.
This instant costume works for any trio since preparation is minimal.
But it will probably inspire some competitive fun as friends battle for who really is the strongest!
Hopefully your squad can settle the score peacefully before choosing a victor to celebrate Halloween together.
Mario Brothers Characters
Level up your group costume with the beloved Mario Brothers video game characters.
Choose your favorites between the mustachioed Mario, his lanky brother Luigi and adorable sidekick Yoshi.
Then recreate the 8-bit magic with coordinating overalls, gloves and hats.
Mario and Luigi just need blue and green jumpsuits with red and green caps respectfully.
Add bushy fake black mustaches and you’re ready to jump and bounce through Mushroom Kingdom.
For Yoshi, simply wear all green and make a DIY felt mask or hat with the dinosaur’s big nose and spikes.
Carry around gold chocolate coins in a bag for collecting treasures along the way!
This video game-inspired trio makes for a fun and animated costume theme.
Halloween gives friends the perfect excuse to join creative forces and come up with an amazing group costume.
Dressing as a themed trio can help showcase your squad’s coordinated style and personalities.
Plus who doesn’t love a costumed group you can instantly recognize from across the room at a Halloween party?
Whatever theme you choose, make sure to take lots of pics together in your costumes to memorialize the fun.
Most importantly, embrace the holiday spirit and enjoy celebrating Halloween in triple the style and laughs when you team up as a terrific trio this year.
Happy haunting!
