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For Halloween, channel TV's 6 fiercest ladies


The television landscape is full of fierce women who say what they mean, have no fear and get things popping all while looking ah-mahze.

With such an exciting pool of ladies -- and their wardrobes -- to choose from, we had a hard time picking just half a dozen fictional fantasy BFFs for Halloween inspiration.

But, we managed to get 'er done and now, we present you with 6 holiday starter packs for your pop culture Halloween costumes.

You're welcome!

Animal print + fur + a major matte lip = Empire's Cookie Lyon

Don't worry about being one in a sea of Cookie Monster clones this Halloween. She is everything, so why wouldn't she be everywhere? Plus, who doesn't want to dive recklessly into a pile of animal print?

Thalia Sodi for Macy’s printed keyhole wrap dress, $79.99 on sale at Macys.com

Linda Richards magenta fur shoulder wrap, $100 rental at RentTheRunway.com

Matte Revolution lipstick in 'Red Carpet Red,' $32 at CharlotteTilbury.com

A swagged-out coat + a strong bag + a killer smokey eye = How to Get Away With Murder's Annalise Keating 

She lies, cheats, covers up murders and does it all without smudging her consistently perfect smokey eye -- not even one millimeter. Oh, and her clothes and accessories are always on point, because that was bawses do. #RunAndTellDat

Mini 'Larkin' tote, $69 on sale at BananaRepublic.com

Olivia Palermo x Ciaté London 'Smokey Suedes' eye palette, $39 at Sephora.com

Black cape jacket, $148 at LOFT.com

Structured separates + hot high heels = House of Cards' Claire Underwood 

We pretty much slow clap our way through every ep of House of Claire Cards because Mrs. Underwood is just the baddest thing on TV. That haircut, that body and that stony heart. Will she ever stop werking? Not likely.

Finders Keepers white structured top, $30-40 rental at RentTheRunway.com

Gray lightweight wool pencil skirt, $59.50 on sale at BananaRepublic.com

'Selma' pointy toe pump in "maple sugar suede," $89.95 on sale at ColeHaan.com

Cute workout gear + a sleek fitness tracker = Quantico's Alex Parrish 

Obviously, it takes more than just workout gear to be a brainy, butt-kicking FBI agent hellbent on revenge. You also need amazing hair and pageant queen looks. Just kidding -- but they don't hurt...

UA muscle bra tank in "mechanic blue," $64.99 at UnderArmour.com

UA ColdGear stripe inset legging in black, $64.99 at UnderArmour.com

Q Dreamer stainless steel bracelet, $125 at Fossil.com

Pastel pink + pearls + hunger pains = Scream Queen's Chanel No. 1

She's a scream queen and a mean girl wrapped up in one perfectly manicured package. And, can't you just imagine her walking around forcing detox juice down her minions' throats? Now, you can be that girl!

'Lorelai' pearl collar, $198 at LorenHope.com

Tevolio satin and tulle sweetheart ballerina bridesmaid dress, $24.48 on sale at Target.com

One-week supply of detox juice, $65 at DirtyLemon.com

A blue dress + glitter shoes + a soft pretzel = Crazy Ex-Girlfriend's Rebecca Bunch 

Are you the kind of girl who randomly breaks into song, has a whimsical sense of humor and might just move across the country for an ex? Then this is the costume for you. Bonus: It comes with a snack!

'Dawn' glitter flats in silver, $98 at AnnTaylor.com

Short sleeve contour dress in pure blue, $129 at AnnTaylor.com

You can make your own soft pretzel...