Halloween Costumes Perfect For Brunettes

Is it just us or does it seem like everyone is a brunette these days? It may seem that way because brown hair is actually the most common hair color in the world. According to Holleewood Hair, the world's population of brunettes falls somewhere between 75% and 84% and your likelihood of meeting someone with brown hair is greater than meeting someone with blonde hair or red hair. 

Regardless of how common the hair color might be, having brown hair can be a huge benefit when it comes to choosing your Halloween costume because of how many iconic options you have. According to CNN, Halloween costumes have been around since the early 1900s when people dressed up using masks, sheets, and tape. The tradition continues today and one of the most exciting aspects of the spooky holiday is making sure you have the perfect costume lined up. Here are some of the best Halloween costumes a brunette might consider wearing.

Hermione Granger is one of the most beloved characters from the "Harry Potter" book series and film franchise. She was one of Harry's best friends and showcased her intelligence countless times while at Hogwarts. According to Wizarding World, even though Hermione was considered the nerd of her social circle, she proved her bravery and loyalty to Harry every single time he needed backup or support.

Looking like Hermione for Halloween obviously starts with the hair. Described as full and bushy in the books, to really commit to the look you may have to curl and tease your hair a bit. The more unkempt it looks, the better. Those who have natural curls can let their hair air dry after a shower to let them get a little (or a lot) frizzy. Add a dark cloak and an iconic red and gold Gryffindor scarf to finish off the look.  

There's a lot to be said about a heroic brunette like Princess Leia. She is considered a fearless and powerful leader from the "Star Wars" movie franchise who always fought for justice. Her familial connections to Padmé Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, and Luke Skywalker made her character arc even more intriguing and complex, according to StarWars.com. The actress who played Leia was the late Carrie Fisher who passed away in 2016. 

Entertainment Weekly reported that the character's likability among viewers was at an all-time high in May 2022. Since so many "Star Wars" fans think of Leia as a force to be reckoned with, who wouldn't want to rock a costume in her honor? Brunettes who dress up like Leia for Halloween are totally winning because she's a fictional figure who's garnered endless respect over the years. And no Princess Leia costume is complete without her iconic space buns hairstyle.

There's something totally and awesomely creepy about Wednesday Addams from "The Addams Family." She is a mischievous teenager who stirs up trouble all the time and truly doesn't mind spooking her enemies if the moment arises.  According to Nerdist, the Addams family is one of the most iconic fictional families in pop culture history compared to the likes of the Bradys from "The Brady Bunch" and the Tanners from "Full House." One of the reasons the Addams family stands out as much as it does is because of Wednesday's presence. 

Screen Rant reveals that Wednesday has been played by a handful of talented brunettes over the years, including Lisa Loring, Christina Ricci, Nicole Fugere, and most recently, Jenna Ortega. One thing these starlets have in common? They all rocked Wednesday's long dark hair look. Since Wednesday is a character who owns her creepiness, she's the perfect Halloween costume idea for a brunette looking to spook people.

Rey is a phenomenally strong character from the "Star Wars" movie franchise. According to IMDb, actress Daisy Ridley brought the character to life. Although the character is newer to longtime fans of the iconic sci-fi films, her almost-instant popularity was no surprise. According to Charactour, she is relatable because she uses her generous spirit to remain both strong and scrappy.

Brunette Rey keeps her hair pretty simple in every scene she's in. In fact, the majority of the time she is on film, it's pulled up and out of her face. It makes sense that she keeps her hair controlled since she must always be ready to go to battle. Some of the other items a Halloween-ready brunette will need in order to pull off the perfect Rey costume are neutral-colored clothes that could fit a desert locale and a few helpful weapons to accessorize with. 

Comic book lovers have mixed opinions when it comes to an antihero like Catwoman. Some people love her and know that she is simply misunderstood with a good heart at the core. Other people totally hate her and think she's the worst with terrible intentions. Regardless of what you think of Catwoman, most people can agree that dressing up like her for Halloween would be a total win.

According to People, some of the noteworthy and famous brunettes to play the role of Catwoman include Julie Newmar, Lee Meriwether, Eartha Kitt, Halle Berry, Anne Hathaway, and Zoë Kravitz. When you think of Catwoman and her black latex costume, you typically associate her with brunette hair, although she's certainly been played by blonde actresses, such as Michelle Pfeiffer, on film in the past.

Catwoman naturally embraces her sexuality and feminine energy (via Geeks). Take a cue from her book and exude your own confidence by dressing as her for Halloween. 

Anyone who's seen episodes of HBO's "Game of Thrones" knows Arya Stark well. She is the youngest daughter born into the Stark family and was destined to use her sword to protect herself no matter what. With her short brown hair, she is one rad option for brunettes to choose from when it comes to Halloween costumes. Redheads can dress up like older sister Sansa Stark and blondes can dress up like Daenerys Targaryen, but brunettes are entitled to take on a character like Arya.

Charactour describes Arya as being an independent force with intelligence, strength, and toughness. If you're a brunette who's fiercely independent, this is a costume that will most assuredly resonate with you. Maisie Williams is the rockstar actress who played Arya for eight seasons of "Game of Thrones," according to IMDb. After the show ended, Williams started dying her hair in several different colors, but she will always be remembered fondly as brown-haired Arya.

There's something adorably sweet about dressing up like Mary Poppins for Halloween. According to Britannica, the character was first introduced to the world in 1934 when an author named P.L. Travers wrote a children's book series with her fictional name as the title. Depth Insights describes her as representing magic you might discover in regular, everyday moments. 

If you have brown hair and you're going for a super G-rated Halloween look, dressing up like Mary Poppins might be your best bet. Especially if you enjoy spending time with little ones because you have unlimited patience and a super soft heart, this costume would suit you well.

To pull off the perfect Mary Poppins costume, you'll want to tuck your brown hair underneath a trendy little top hat to start. From there, you can continue accessorizing with a cane, an old-fashioned black dress with a white collared shirt, and a pair of sensible heels. Don't forget an umbrella.