Scary Yet Simple Halloween Hairstyles for Every Hair Colour (2026)

Have you been invited to the Halloween party of the century? Whether you’re going with your girl squad or your significant other, the hair makes the costume.

We’ve grouped our favourite scary yet simple Halloween hairstyles by hair colour, from red and brown to black and blonde, so you can find a character that suits your own shade.

Need more length, volume or a pop of colour? Our clip-in hair extensions add it in minutes with no cut, and they come out at the end of the night. They’re 100% Remy human hair, so you can curl and straighten them just like your own. Not sure which shade you are? Try our free colour match service. And for quick step-by-step looks, see our 8 easy Halloween hairstyle ideas.

Before you colour your hair: don’t put semi-permanent colour or colour spray on your extensions, as it can stain them, especially lighter shades. For a bright pop of colour, clip in our funky coloured hair extensions instead and unclip them after the party. Going for blue or pink hair? You’ll find those looks in our Crazy and Colourful Halloween Hair Ideas.

Halloween Hairstyle Ideas for Red Hair

Got red hair? These characters will be able to channel all of your red hair energy whilst looking scary cool. For even more ideas, see our Halloween costume ideas for redheads.

Wanda Maximoff: WandaVision

The Scarlet Witch has become a tremendously popular Halloween costume option for redheads, especially since the debut of her own TV show (WandaVision, Disney+, 2021). What makes a great Wanda costume? Well, whether you decide to go classic Marvel style or to adopt one of the many looks seen on the modern series, hair is a big part of Wanda’s character. You can achieve her gorgeous curls with the help of double weft hair extensions!

Cheryl Blossom: Riverdale

Every time a redhead asks what should they go as for Halloween, one of our first thoughts goes to the amazing Madeleine Petsch and her portrayal of Cheryl Blossom, Riverdale’s very own it girl. Comic book or CW’s Riverdale, it doesn’t matter – you can either recreate one of her super-stylish outfits (and beg your friends to go as Betty and Veronica with you) or buy yourself a Riverdale Vixen uniform and go all the way. You can recreate Cheryl’s voluminous blowouts by adding Ultra Volume hair extensions to the mix.

Max Mayfield: Stranger Things

Where are the Stranger Things fans at? Honour the show by going as Max Mayfield. If you have a curly-haired friend willing to take on Billy’s role in a double-denim outfit by your side, even better. Max sports many looks during the show – one of the most iconic ever has to be the double braids, which you can easily recreate by using clip in hair extensions. For more looks from the show, see our Stranger Things hairstyles for Halloween.

Carrie White: Carrie (1976)

If you’re into classics, 1976’s Carrie (or its remake) is the costume idea you’ve been waiting for. And if you fancy recreating her terrific prom look, be ready to pour a significant amount of fake blood on your dress! Carrie’s shade can be matched to our light auburn hair extensions, that you can purchase to complete your costume.

Daphne Blake: Scooby-Doo

If you’re the redhead of the gang, make it a scooby gang! Daphne makes a great Halloween costume for redheads – with her bright-coloured outfit and maximised volume in her look, she gives that vibrant, peppy, yet mystery-themed vibe that is perfect for an All Hallows’ Eve party. Get her big, bouncy volume with double weft clip-ins in Flaming Ginger.

Claire Redfield: Resident Evil

Are you the gamer type? Then you’ll love taking inspiration from the iconic horror video game series, Resident Evil. The saga immediately became a sensation all over the world thanks to its intricate enigmas, zombies and evil corporates. Claire Redfield and her ponytail fight warfare all-year-round, but you can borrow one of her outfits for one night. Recreate this simple hairstyle with a clip-in ponytail hair extension in size mini!

Jessica Rabbit: Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988)

For a sultry, old-Hollywood twist on your Halloween costume, channel the unforgettable Jessica Rabbit. Known for her stunning red waves, this is the crème de la crème of red hair Halloween costumes. If you're not blessed with naturally fiery locks, don’t worry! Hair extensions from our redhead collection will do the trick. Just want the look for one night? Our seamless clip-ins in Flaming Ginger are a good choice. To achieve Jessica's cascading waves, use a large-barrel curling iron to create those soft, bouncy waves, brushing them out for a smoother finish. Who says you can’t be drop-dead gorgeous this Halloween?

Halloween Hairstyle Ideas for Brown Hair

Hey there, brown-haired girl! These brunette Halloween costumes are made for your shade, from superheroes to vampires.

Wonder Woman (2017)

Wonder Woman’s dark, voluminous curls are almost as iconic as her lasso (or her cheesy outfit). Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman gives things a kick with a statement blowout, without missing out on the metal tiara. If you’d like your costume to scream “GIRL POWER” this is the Halloween costume idea you have to try. Our 24” Seamless Clip-In Hair Extensions in Dark Brown give you her goddess-like mane in a flash. Got thick hair? Ultra volume clip-in hair extensions make the thickest blowout.

Elena Gilbert: The Vampire Diaries

We can’t talk about Halloween hair or the spooky ideas Halloween makeup can conjure without mentioning vampires. If you're going for that iconic Mystic Falls look – think stylish, seductive and dangerous. Clip in extensions are ideal for creating that long, sleek hair vampires are known for. Perfect for our brunette beauties, this is a top brown hair Halloween costume and also works well for black hair or a deep burgundy, giving you that moody, midnight allure.

Transform yourself into Elena Gilbert (or her doppelgänger, Katherine) with our 22” Double Weft extensions in Darkest Brown. Before styling, use a heat protection spray and loosely curl your ends with a curling iron, then brush your curls out with a wide-tooth comb. Complete the look with killer fangs, blood-red lipstick and a high shine lip oil or gloss.

Lioness Lengths: Full and Fierce

Perfect for anyone ready to embrace their inner queen of the jungle, this mane is all about lioness lengths. The cascading, unruly curls add volume and texture, while the intricate braids keep the look delicate and refined, paired with face-framing pieces that add just the right amount of softness. Our Seamless Clip Ins in Soft Bronze Balayage blend with your own hair, creating a natural yet fierce look that’s paw-fect for Halloween. This look is wild in all the right ways! Complete the look with cute cat ears or leopard print face makeup.

Hermione Granger: Harry Potter

If you’re a true Harry Potter nerd, then perhaps you are keener on recreating Hermione’s curls for your Halloween celebration. Gryffindor scarf? Check. Magic wand? Check. Hair extensions to recreate Emma Watson’s voluptuous and textured blowout? Come check out our range of brown hair extensions to show this party what a true Gryffindor is capable of.

Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

This archaeologist’s hairstyle has probably made history as the most famous braid ever. Angelina Jolie’s version is a full black outfit with a French plait on the back of her head and two tendrils left out, falling free on the side of her face. Whether you’d like to go full Angie or stay loyal to one of the multiple versions that appeared in the video game series throughout the years, rest assured Lara Croft will be the life of the party. Need some help to get that tomb raider-approved long braid? Then grab a set of clip-in hair extensions to add into your mane.

Arwen: The Lord of the Rings

Are you a fan of the fantasy world more than horror movies and comic books? Then you’ll love to buy pointy latex ears and go as Arwen, Aragorn’s love interest and one of the most iconic characters living in Middle Earth. If you have a man to dress up as Viggo Mortensen, then you know you’ve already bagged that “best costume prize”. All elves of Lorien and Rivendell have super long and healthy tresses (the perks of being a nearly immortal being) but if you haven’t exactly been following the Valar hair care routine then you can always get a set of clip-in hair extensions to recreate this look.

Katniss Everdeen: The Hunger Games

Any volunteers for this iconic Halloween costume? Whilst the outfit might be a little hard to put together, an iconic side plait and a bow and arrows set will make sure everyone recognises who you’re dressed up as. Oh, and don’t forget the mockingjay pin! Directly from District 12, Katniss Everdeen’s famous hairstyle can be recreated with the help of a wrap around ponytail hair extensions set. Here’s how to use our ponytail extensions.

Jennifer Check: Jennifer’s Body

Ask anyone, which Y2K horror movie had the biggest cultural impact? Okay, maybe not everyone will agree on Jennifer’s Body, but the recent craze for the noughties brought this iconic flick a lot of well-deserved attention. Seamless hair extensions and the appropriate cheerleading uniform, together with a decent amount of fake blood, will make the perfect Jennifer outfit for a Halloween party to remember.

Belle: Beauty and the Beast

Whether you’re going for a full-blast costume by wearing a sumptuous yellow ball gown or getting that tamed-down look from the beginning of the movie, Disney’s very own Belle has been a costume option for brunettes since the very start. She’s the beauty and the brain, and she’s got that perfect mini ponytail that you can purchase today for the perfect Halloween costume. Wrap around mini ponytail hair extensions could work well. For more princess looks, see our guide to Disney princess hair for Halloween.

Emily Cooper: Emily in Paris

It might not be a traditional Halloween costume, but you have to love Lily Collins’ character’s flamboyant outfits and gorgeous tresses, so… add human hair extensions to recreate her look.

Halloween Hairstyle Ideas for Black Hair

Blessed with black tresses? These black hair Halloween costumes go from gothic glamour to sleek and simple.

Morticia Addams: The Addams Family

Who doesn’t love a good old classic for Halloween? Morticia Addams is the ultimate Halloween icon when we’re talking about cinema. If you’re feeling like going full-on goth, make sure you prepare your long, black tresses. Need more length? Morticia’s mane is infamously long and sleek, and you too can achieve this look by adding a set of clip-in human hair extensions in shade jet black.

Wednesday Addams: Wednesday

Maybe Morticia is not your jam, but what about her creepily adorable daughter Wednesday? Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday has made her the talk of the town, but the original Wednesday wears her hair in two extra-long plaits and a middle part - an easy look that you can recreate with the addition of clip-in hair extensions. Or, Jenna Ortega’s look adds a dark curtain fringe. A fringe is a cut, so ask your hairdresser if you want to go all in. For more ideas, see our guide to Wednesday Addams hair.

Veronica Lodge: Riverdale

If you have a friend going as Cheryl Blossom, you might as well want to pair with them and go as Veronica Lodge, the iconic black-haired beauty of Riverdale. Posh, preppy attire – or the classic Riverdale Vixens cheer uniform – are the perfect combo. Add Ultra Volume hair extensions to the mix for the perfect blowout in pure Lodge style!

Samara: The Ring (2002)

Spooky girl vibes: ON – with Samara, the long-haired creepy girl from The Ring (2002). Not everyone has the long tresses that Samara grew whilst chilling at the bottom of a well, and that is where 26” hair extensions can come in quite handy. The rest of her outfit is easy to put together, making this a quick, last-minute choice for black-haired beauties.

Maddie Perez: Euphoria

The popular gen Z character in Euphoria, Maddie Perez, has so many iconic outfits and sleek hairstyles that you can play around to find the perfect costume for your local Halloween bash, whether it’s a clip in ponytail or long Remy hair extensions.

Chun-Li: Street Fighter

Chun-Li is probably one of the most famous video game characters ever - so much that Nicki Minaj wrote a song after her, and various celebrities such as Japanese singer Kyary Pamyu-Pamyu, Korean MMA fighter Jenny Huang, and Russian bodybuilder Julia Vins also enjoyed dressing up as her. But why is Chun-Li so popular? Her looks have become such a sensation that 90s Chinese fashion was influenced by her as well. What's the First Lady Of Fighting Games' go-to hairstyle? A set of iconic space buns, of course. Clip-in hair extensions make the buns bigger and fuller.

Kitana: Mortal Kombat

There’s no way you can mention fighting games without talking about Mortal Kombat! Its viral theme song, the incredible character design and its infamously bloody graphics have made history throughout the 90s and early 00s. This video game was a nightmare for parents, probably second only to GTA San Andreas - and it’s easy to see why. Kitana is one of the best female characters, and her iconic black tresses can be arranged in a series of hairstyles seen throughout the series: braided updos, a sleek bun, or a gently waved blowout. Recreate her looks with the aid of natural black hair extensions.

Esmeralda: The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Disney and long hair are a match made in heaven! If you have naturally dark tresses, have you considered going as Esmeralda? Her big curls and boho outfit will allow you to enjoy yourself on the dancefloor like never before - swirling in your extra-long skirt and your big, bouncy, curly blowout. Don’t forget to add the perfect pair of earrings to complete the look. Black hair extensions will help you get the curls you need to make sure your Esmeralda outfit will look as real as it gets!

Halloween Hairstyle Ideas for Blonde Hair

From bleach blonde to platinum, these blonde Halloween costumes are made for lighter shades.

Harley Quinn: Birds Of Prey (2020)

For something playful with an edge of chaos, Harley Quinn is your girl. Harley's two-toned pigtails in blue and red have become a staple of the best Halloween costumes from movies. Love her or hate her, the Joker’s infamous girlfriend knows a good outfit. Whether you’re going for a version more loyal to the comic book original or the one portrayed by Margot Robbie, all you need for a Harley Quinn Halloween costume is your biggest smile, red lipstick, and blonde hair extensions to recreate the iconic pigtails of Gotham City.

Part your hair down the middle and create high pigtails, securing them with elastic bands. To bring the look to life without dye or colour spray, clip one piece top-ups from our Funky Shades collection in Bright Red and Blue into your pigtails. If you want to add extra sass and volume to your pigtails, you can add two of our clip in Wrap Around Ponytails to give your hairstyle that rebellious Harley energy. Finish with some messy curls and voila, you’re ready to cause chaos, Gotham-style.

Barbie (2023)

Barbie never goes out of style, so why not go as Barbie herself? There are tons of Barbie ideas that you can get from her movie franchise - with plenty of ideas for you and your friends. Our Barbie Blonde hair extensions will help you match your costume - and you can also play around to make a horror version of the iconic Mattel doll with fake blood and scary makeup. For added drama, opt for a high ponytail using our Wrap Around Ponytail extensions. The world is your oyster!

Buffy Summers: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Sink your teeth into this vampy volume – the ultimate Buffy-style blowout perfect for slaying vampires AND Halloween looks. Our 16-inch Seamless Clip Ins in BlondeMe are your secret weapon for fuller hair. Larger pieces should be applied at the back for a fuller look, while smaller pieces in the front blend seamlessly. Grab a heat protection spray and a curling iron and create those big, blood-curdling curls for the perfect half-up, half-down style.

Marie Antoinette (2006)

Want a look fit for royalty? Marie Antoinette’s towering, voluminous curls are the definition of 18th-century opulence. Achieve this iconic hairstyle from the 2006 drama with our 16” Seamless Clip-In Extensions in the shade Iced Cappuccino, giving your hair volume and height without the weight of a wig. Style with a large barrel curling iron, stack your curls high and finish with decorative feathers or pearls to seal the deal. This contemporary take on Marie Antoinette is the perfect blend of historical glam and modern flair.

Anna Coleman: Freaky Friday (2003)

For a more laid-back Halloween style, channel Lindsay Lohan’s character, Anna, from Freaky Friday. You can create this casual, Y2K-inspired grunge look using our One-Piece Top-Up Extensions, adding bright blonde highlights to your hair, creating a raw, rocky edge that’s perfect for any 2000s themed Halloween party. If you’re in need of more colourful hair inspo, read our guide to ombre and balayage hair extensions.

Regina George: Mean Girls

Nobody said that scary has to be dressed in black or wearing a hockey mask, Friday the 13th style. Sometimes the most terrifying evil is a spoiled high school queen bee whose mission is to ultimately ruin your life. Grab your burn book and channel your inner plastic with a couple of friends. The iconic, sleek, blonde, straight Y2K hairstyle of Regina George is only one click away - check out our Barbie Blonde hair extensions range!

Betty Cooper: Riverdale

Perhaps Mean Girls isn’t your jam - then why not go as this other high school trio with a couple of trusty friends? Red like Cheryl Blossom, brunette like Veronica Lodge or blonde like Betty Cooper - what’s your style? You can easily recreate Betty’s iconic ponytail with our mini wrap-around ponytail hair extension. Now all you need is to order a set of Riverdale Vixens cheerleader uniforms!

Cher Horowitz: Clueless

Those 90s midi-lengths with blunt ends are a great look to recreate. For a full finish like that, double-drawn hair extensions will do the trick. Come and explore our collection and find the perfect product for your hair transformation!

Bee: The Babysitter

Samara Weaving’s performance as the babysitter (and her look) is one you might not have thought of. If you love a good light-hearted Halloween flick and a big curly blowout, then you will want to recreate Bee’s hairstyle from The Babysitter! Get your set of Ultra Volume hair extensions and check out our blog on how to curl hair extensions to get the most out of your Halloween costume.

Luna Lovegood: Harry Potter

Harry Potter’s loveliest, most-eccentric character has long, ice blond hair that is hard to forget. If your approach to the spooky season is quirky but subtle, then why not go as Luna Lovegood? Check in with your friends to recreate the ultimate Harry Potter group costume - and you could use a set of Ice Blonde real hair extensions to get Luna’s long tresses.

Elsa: Frozen

If your Halloween celebration is all about letting it go, then who else better than Elsa can help you channel the right energy? Disney’s fiercest, independent, blonde ice queen has quickly gained popularity amongst fans. One of her best features? Well, besides her strong will and superpowers, it’s her iconic side-plait. Check out our range of blonde hair extensions to freeze time when you step in at your local Halloween event!

Daenerys Targaryen: Game of Thrones

Is your fantasy style more badass than ethereal? Then Daenerys Targaryen - the Mother of Dragons - from the Game of Thrones franchise is the perfect Halloween costume for you. Not only will you have a range of embarrassingly cool outfits to choose from, but you will also have lots of very cool (and intricate) hairstyles to play around with. The infamously light tresses of a Targaryen make the perfect braided do.

Rhaenyra Targaryen: House of the Dragon

Princess Rhaenyra’s iconic hairdos have already been the talk of the town - so much that HBO’s official TikTok account has also released a couple of interesting tutorials. If you’re feeling brave, go full Targaryen with Ice Blonde hair extensions and a bit of patience to recreate the ultimate Iron Throne-worthy braided updo. Want to know more? Check out our House Of The Dragon hairstyles blog.

Cersei Lannister: Game of Thrones

Is a Targaryen’s blonde too much? Then go Lannister gold - you won’t regret it. Cersei might not have been the best queen in Westeros, but one thing is guaranteed: she knew how to do a great braided updo. The Lannisters were famous for their golden, sandy blonde hair - reminiscent of the mane of a lion, which also happens to be the family’s banner. Check out our range of blonde hair extensions to find your closest match.

Quick Halloween Hair Tricks

No time for a full costume? These quick tricks still give you Halloween hair.

Go Dark with Black

Go dark for Halloween and channel your inner witch, vampire or just enjoy the gothic vibes of jet-black hair. Nothing says Halloween like good old-fashioned black hair. All you need for a witch-approved look is long dark locks and a pointy witch hat, and you’ll look like part of a witch clan in no time. Or perhaps go for all black locks and add some statement jewellery to really stand out. Achieve your desired dark look with our black hair extensions. For step-by-step witch and vampire looks, see our 8 easy Halloween hairstyle ideas.

Halloween Highlights

Another easy way is to create a contrasting look with your clip in human hair extensions. Channel your inner Cruella de Vil and add in ice blonde hair extensions to jet black hair (or vice versa).

Make Your Halloween Hair Last All Night

Whichever look you go for, use a heat protection spray before you curl (do not attempt to heat style curly extensions), and keep hairspray on your own roots rather than on your extensions. At the end of the night, unclip them, brush them out gently from the ends up with a detangling brush, and wash out any hairspray before you store them away.