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fall 2023 rhyme without reason ideas
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22 Fresh New Fall Rhyme Without Reason Ideas To Try At Your Next Campus Party

Shay Nicolay

If you’re a seasoned theme party pro, you probably already know what a Rhyme Without Reason party is. If not, it’s a party where you and a partner dress up as two things that rhyme, but you would never think of them as things that go together. The Rhyme Without Reason theme has been popular for the last few months, but with the fall 2023 semester around the corner, you may need some new costume ideas. For those of you with Greek life at your college, pay attention because this article might come in handy later. 

This trend is also perfect for a Halloween couples costume, or BFF costume! You can get super creative with this theme, so anything goes as long as it rhymes! This theme is also perfect for a last-minute costume for any Halloween party! Whatever the occasion, Rhyme Without Reason could be your perfect solution.

And don’t forget: Sometimes, the perfect costume is made out of things you can find around your apartment, so check your closet as you read through these fall 2023 Rhyme Without Reason costume ideas.

Ballerina & John Cena

Opposites attract?

Santa & Fanta

Arrive in your best Santa attire like you just came off the Mean Girls set. Your partner could have an all-orange costume complete with the Fanta logo.

Tennis Pro & Frat Bro

Bonus points if you show up to a frat party as a frat bro. 

Bob ross & Cake Boss

Two iconic TV stars.

Hannah Montana & A BANANA

It’s the best of both worlds!

Beer & Cheer

Wear a costume made out of old beer boxes, and your partner can wear their best version of a cheerleader costume. Don’t forget the pom poms!

Pink panther & belly Dancer

If you want to match a little bit more, the person that is going as a belly dancer should wear a pink ‘fit.

Maleficient & 50 Cent

This one is for the theater kids!

Butterfly & Fbi

This one will show off your personalities.

Sleeping Beauty & Call Of Duty

The perfect couples costume.

Party rock & TikTok

Party rockin’ in the house tonight!

Taylor Swift & Lyft

It’s giving Eras Tour!

Kangaroo & Gru

The minions costume is so popular, but you never really see anyone go as Gru. Time for that to change!

The Grinch & Prince

Okay, this is also for the theater kids that have access to theatrical makeup. And it also might be my favorite one.

Harley Quinn & Bottle Of Gin

Harley Quinn is back, people!

Jersey SHore & Dinosaur

This one is for the Millennials reading this.

Vampire & Campfire

Vampire is a classic, of course, but you’ll have to get a little more creative for the campfire costume. Try using tissue paper as a DIY fire, or if you’re not very crafty, head to your local Halloween store for a costume.

Fairy & Harry

Because who doesn’t want to pretend to be Harry Styles for a night?

Walk of Shame & Hall Of Fame

Might as well be the early bird with your “walk of shame” costume. It might look even better by the end of the night.

Old Money & Playboy Bunny

Old money has a certain yacht club vibe to it. Unless you want to make it literal and dress up like a worn-out dollar bill.

Barbie & Army

Hey Barbie! This will let you scratch that Barbie itch without being told your costume is basic.

Mojo Dojo Casa Ken & a perfect 10

Be a doll dressed as patriarchy Ken with a fur coat, blonde hair, and a bandana tied around your head. All your partner has to do is cut out the number 10, or create a scoreboard style “10” on a T-shirt.

Shayna Nicolay has been a Her Campus National Writer since January 2023. She writes bi-weekly articles as well as covering timely content. She graduated from Toronto Metropolitan University in 2022, where she majored in journalism with a minor in graphic communications. Shayna was a contributing writer for her University's Chapter of Her Campus, and was the Editor-in-Chief of her University magazine, Folio. She also was the editorial intern for fashion content creator, Audree Kate Lopez, where she hired and managed a group of writers, ran the WordPress website, wrote and edited articles, and helped with social media copy. Shayna loves walks in nature, bingeing the newest TV show, beading jewelry, and is a mental health advocate. She loves storytelling and media, so content creation comes naturally to her. For the best memes, mental health tips, and bisexual visibility, follow Shayna @shaynicolay on Instagram and @shaynanicolay on TikTok.