This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Brandeis chapter.
We all need feminism in our lives, especially during Halloween, when many of the common costumes for women aren’t that empowering. Try these costumes if you’re ready for change on Halloween and in our society!
Pop Culture Ideas
1. Olivia Pope
2. Leslie Knope
3. Beyonce
4. Hillary Clinton
Historical Ideas
1. A suffragette (you should also watch the movie for inspiration!)
Satirical Ideas
1. The patriarchy (Pretty much just dress up like any of the men from Mad Men, add a fake mustache and have a drink in your hand, then you’re set)
2. A cat…against catcalls
or this (with a sign)
3. An IUD (yay contraceptives!)