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22 Halloween Costumes Inspired By '80s Pop Culture

Author

Rachel Young

Updated on October 10, 2026

Adweek called it "a cultural phenomenon that's resonated for nearly 40 years and will likely continue to do so for generations to come." They are, of course, talking about "The Golden Girls," the TV series about four sassy ladies sharing a Florida home that debuted in 1985.

With the mid-1980s in full swing, "The Golden Girls" characters, Sophia, Dorothy, Rose, and Blanche fully embraced the fashion of the time, but with both a Florida and mature twist. For your Halloween costume, you'll want pantsuits in bright or pastel colors with big, big shoulder pads, big earrings, and lots of feathery, fluffy, hair.