8 Little Black Dresses to Wear this Halloween

Wednesday Addams

Inspired by the original 1965 film, The Addams Family, a Wednesday Addams character costume is easy to pull together.

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REDValentino Broderie Anglaise-Trimmed crepe Minidress

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REDValentino Broderie Anglaise-Trimmed crepe Minidress

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To achieve the Wednesday Addams look, rock this REDValentino dress and add black opaque tights, your favorite black Mary Janes, and braids complete with silk bows. 

Holly Golightly

A classic Holly Golightly costume borrowed from by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's is a no-brainer.

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Givenchy Black Short Dress with Graphic Neckline

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Givenchy Black Short Dress with Graphic Neckline

Invest in the designer who dreamed up the costume design in the film, Givenchy. Add a string of pearls and classic black opera-length gloves. 

Lydia Deetz

Lydia Deetz from Beetlejuice gives amazing classic goth vibes. Read: the perfect inspiration for a stylish Halloween costume.

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Batsheva Prairie High-Neck Mini Dress

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Batsheva Prairie High-Neck Mini Dress

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This prairie high-neck minidress is very Lydia. To embody her whole look, complete your costume with a vintage camera, black fishnets, and creeper shoes.  

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Sia

Go for mystery and have fun with maximalism by copying this red-carpet look from the musician.

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Theory Tailored Suit Dress

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Theory Tailored Suit Dress

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A classic black blazer dress will take you far. Add a black-and-white wig and an exaggerated hair bow to nail Sia's red-carpet look. 

Morticia Addams

Dressing as the true head of the Addams family, Morticia Addams, is a snap.

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Alexandre Vauthier Ruched Stretch-Lamé Gown

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Alexandre Vauthier Ruched Stretch-Lamé Gown

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This Alexandre Vauthier dress is perfect for your next glam Halloween party to portray Morticia Addams. Add red lipstick, elegant smoky-eye makeup, and a black long-haired wig. 

Nina Sayers's Black Swan

Tap into your dark side this Halloween as the sensual Black Swan.

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Marco De Vincenzo Feathered Evening Dress

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Marco De Vincenzo Feathered Evening Dress

This evening dress embellished with soft feathers conjures the dark ballerina. Just add magical makeup and chic ballet flats. Versatile beyond the holiday, this piece will look great worn to a cocktail party or museum's black-tie opening. 

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Mia Wallace

Don't be a square, go as the iconic Mia Wallace from Pulp Fiction.

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Leset Alison Ribbed-Knit Midi Dress

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Leset Alison Ribbed-Knit Midi Dress

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To execute Mia Wallace, go for a classic '90s minimal dress paired with a cigarette and dark fringed wig. Bonus points if you add fake blood to your nostril. 

Jaclyn Palermo is a Fashion Editor with the Hearst Fashion Group, specializing in accessories. Standing under 5 feet, she’s never afraid to make a big fashion statement, preferably at an art opening, and is always on the hunt for the perfect vintage home find in Brooklyn. Follow her on Instagram@j_palermo.

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