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6 Couple Costume Ideas from Your Favorite Netflix Shows

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at OK State chapter.

What is one thing most people have in common? The love for Netflix!

If you and your spooky boo love to binge watch Netflix shows together, take it one step further and dress as your favorite duo for this Halloween season.

1. Lara Jean and Peter Kavinsky

It all started with a fake relationship contract.

Lara and Peter from “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before” became one of the cutest couples in the history of teen romance movies. They were an unsure pair at first since other crushes or exes were in the picture, but the love prevailed.

To recreate Lara’s look:

  • A dainty dress with a floral pattern
  • A pink and black bomber jacket
  • Above the ankle, white socks
  • Some cute flats

Accessories

  • A silver necklace with some type of pendant, Laura has a heart on hers
  • A colorful scrunchie

To recreate Peter’s look:

Outfit

  • A hoodie with a sport or high school logo on it
  • A light wash pair of jeans
  • Some Vans or Converse to finish off the look

 

2. Jim Halpert and Pam Beesly

You know it’s real if he bought the ring a week after you started dating.

Jim and Pam from “The Office” are an iconic couple. They began as 2 coworkers messing around like school kids. However, over time they became the duo everyone had hoped for!

To recreate Jim’s look:

  • A solid colored, dressy button up
  • A tie to pair with the shirt
  • A pair of black slacks
  • A black belt
  • A basic pair of dress shoes

Accessories

  • A watch

To recreate Pam’s look:

            Outfit

  • A solid colored button up (or stripes since it’s another popular look)
  • A black pencil skirt
  • A pair of comfortable flats

Accessories

  • Small silver hoop earrings
  • A dainty silver necklace
  • A clip for the classic pinned back hairstyle

 

3. Frank and Monica Gallagher

 

Oh goodness, Monica is back.

Frank and Monica from the Netflix show “Shameless” are known to have a roller coaster of a relationship. The parents of the 6 Gallagher children don’t have the best relationship, it’s actually a very complicated one.However, the names “Frank and Monica” definitely have that memorable ring to it if you know this show.

To recreate Frank’s look:

  •  
  • A sleeveless flannel shirt
  • If it’s cold in your area, bundle up with a denim jacket
  • Denim jeans
  • Some work boots (Timberland style)

To recreate Monica’s look:

Outfit

  • A solid colored, long sleeve t-shirt
  • A flannel over the shirt
  • A pair of jeans
  • Some converse, or any basic pair of sneakers

 

4. Eleven and Mike Wheeler

 

The girl with the super powers and the boy who… well… was in love!

Eleven and Mike from “Stranger Things” are an adorable couple who definitely have that young love. In the show, Mike did anything to protect Eleven, which makes them the perfect young pair that makes your heart melt.

To recreate Eleven’s look:

  • A pink baby doll dress with a white collar
  • A blue, lightweight jacket
  • Tall white, old school striped socks
  • Some white sneakers

Accessories

  • (Optional) Fake blood dripping from the nose

To recreate Mike’s look:

Outfit

  • A colorful striped, collared shirt
  • A tan bomber jacket
  • A pair of jeans
  • Sneakers

Accessories

  • A backpack
  • (Optional) A bicycle

 

5. Leslie Knope and Ben Wyatt

Vote Knope for city council!

Leslie and Ben from the show “Parks and Recreation” went from being coworkers to an amazing couple who travels and runs for different political campaigns. Their personality differences make them one of the most dynamic duos.

To recreate Leslie’s look:

  • A professional, solid color blouse
  • A black blazer
  • Black slacks
  • Some black high heels (or flats if you want to stay comfortable)

Accessories

  • A thin watch
  • A button that says “Vote for Knope 2018.”

To recreate Ben’s look:

Outfit

  • A long sleeve, button up dress shirt
  • A skinny tie
  • A pair of colored pants
  • A black belt
  • A nice pair of dress shoes

Accessories

  • A watch
  • The same button as used for Leslie’s outfit

6. Piper Chapman and Alex Vause

Chapman Block D. Vause Block C.

It wouldn’t be a Netflix couple montage if it didn’t include Piper and Alex from the popular show “Orange is the New Black.” The two have had a long road with their relationship. From getting arrested together to being separated in the system. Then, finally ending up in the same prison where their hearts could unite, be happy, and become engaged!

To recreate Piper’s look:

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  • White or gray solid t-shirt
  • Beige scrubs
  • Black combat boots or sneakers

Accessories

  • An inmate name badge on shirt

To recreate Alex’s look:

Outfit

  • Same as Piper’s outfit

Accessories

  • Black glasses
  • An inmate name badge on shirt
  • (Optional) Temporary tattoos in place of Alex’s

 

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Jasmine Fain

OK State '19

  Is a Senior at the BRIGHTEST campus in the nation Oklahoma State University. She is a Professional Writing major with a Minor in Linguistics. Check out her articles each week to keep up to date on the many fun things that OSU has to offer. In your spare time also check out her blog LIVINGWITHJ to catch a preview of her life!