Halloween is no time for half measures. Gone are the days of the baggy bedsheet over the head with two little eyeholes cut out, usually in the wrong place. Halloween has become high fashion. It has become glamour. It has become iconic. It is a place of celebrity triumph and scandal – think Kylie Jenner copying Beyoncé’s barbie look two years later. Talk about a #TimeWarp.

We’re here to help you navigate this delirious minefield, to come up with a lingerie inspired Halloween #lewk worthy of this most bizarre of occasions. Whether it’s for one night out, or you’re going full American holiday season with a fancy-dress extravaganza every night of the week, we have plenty of inspiration to keep you going.

LEWK ONE: BURLESQUE

High Priestess of old school glamour Dita Von Teese is your guide to a classic pin-up look this Halloween. Not only does she know how to throw an incredible Halloween party, Von Teese’s old school luxurious looks make for jaw-dropping, decadent costume ideas.  

The key to this burlesque Halloween look is that you cannot be too over the top. Structured lingerie such as a corset or basque with beautiful detailing should form the foundation of the look, with an abundance of textures and endless sparkle bringing some theatrical glamour on top. Long gloves are a must, as is immaculately curled hair and cherry-red lipstick. Drench yourself in diamonds, darling, and you’ve got yourself an unforgettable Halloween look.  

LEWK TWO: SPACE INVADERS

Swinging to the other end of the scale like we don’t know how to drive our time machine, the next lingerie inspired Halloween look is Space Age. For this, we’re looking to some of the most treasured and eccentric personalities on the music scene, from Katy Perry to Lady Gaga, Björk and FKA Twigs.

Key elements of the Space Age Halloween look are, of course, hair and make-up. Whether you’re going for an intricate sculptural creation as in Katy Perry’s ET video, a huge pink wig á la Lady Gaga in Born this Way, or slicked back baby curls like FKA Twigs, this is a look that will take some styling effort. We can guarantee though, that the impact will be #WorthIt

Caterina cutie-pie with bow-tie

With the lingerie styling for this look, you want to go big, bold and structural – think directional strapping, cage-effects, harnesses and futuristic detailing. If you’re feeling brave (i.e. if you’re Björk) this is the look to rock some latex. Björk’s bra under a latex blouse is inspired Space Age style, subverting the norm-core silhouette of the blouse with the material and, of course, a delicate insect-like mask.

Choose your favourite look and see how to recreate it here. We do spoil you #NoTricksJustTreats

Peep your Marina bra under a sheer (or latex, we dare you) shirt

Who doesn’t love a superhero, or (whisper it) a supervillain? With the current crop of Marvel films storming the box office, you have plenty of badass characters to choose from, and with all the modern re-vamps that have been happening you can kick those cumbersome capes to the kerb. Today’s heroes and villains are all about sleek silhouettes and killer accessories (like…literally).  All you need to decide is, whose side are you on

Add a skirt to the Lucy Body and you’ll be working wonders

Work some strapless, Grecian inspired armour like our main Gal (Gadot) in the latest Wonder Woman reboots and stan some subversive nouveau feminism while you’re at it (get you…saving the world one Halloween costume at a time💪)

The Angelina Basque is the purrfect piece for Halloween dressing

Black leather + cinched waist + thigh harness = an absolute winner of a Halloween look as Black Widow from the Avengers films. Bonus points if you’re a redhead, or go full-out with a trip to the salon #dedication.

Accessorise Cali with your best power-stance

The female warriors of Wakanda are, hands down, the most iconic characters in the film. Bring some battle-ready realness to your Halloween wardrobe, combining textured fabrics and armoured detailing for one unforgettably badass look.

Floral Asmin, meet Poison Ivy

She might be bad, but she’s a babe: Poison Ivy is the anti-hero of our time, using her powers to fight for the preservation of the natural world. How very 2k19. Rock some leafy print lingerie for this eco-fiendish look. If you needed any further encouragement, here’s Kim K herself as this botanical badass

Cast a spell in Sydney

By the pricking of my thumbs, something wicked this way comes…combining supermodel, supervillain, and supernatural, Enchantress is a red-hot trio for Halloween. Work this spooky lingerie look with plenty of body paint and a crescent moon headdress to send shivers down the spines of any who dare to cross your path.

Yeah yeah…it’s a classic alright? How could we not include some iconic Catwoman pictures – that would be committing Halloween sacrilege. Three letters are the key to the Catwoman look this Halloween – P, V, C