Not to be dramatic, but this has been Beyoncé's YEAR. She broke the news of her pregnancy at the 2011 VMAs, gave THE MOST KILLER performance at the Billboard Awards, and continues to release one stylish music video after another. We can BARELY keep up with Pregnancé, so in her honor, we have three to-die-for costumes that you can wear this Halloween—and, yes, two of them include a super sexy baby bump. So take THAT, other boring hot chick costumes. *finger snap*

1. COUNTDOWN

A still from Beyoncé's "Countdown" music video.
Photo: Courtesy of Columbia Records

The '60s-inspired looks from the "Countdown" video were sooo uh-mazing that we knew we had to cop one of them for Hallow's Eve. Our fave was the shot of multiple Beyoncés in primary color mock turtleneck leotards with a wide-brim black and white hat. Gather your girls (and gams!) to re-create this look in a snap, and don't forget some choreographed dance moves. (Pregnancé belly optional.)

+ Blue Leotard: Capezio Women's Turtleneck Long Sleeve Leotard in Royal ($26)
+ Red Leotard: Capezio Women's Turtleneck Long Sleeve Leotard in Red ($29.95)
+ Black Leotard: Womens New Team Essentials Turtleneck Leotard in Black ($29.50)
+ Green Leotard: Womens New Team Essentials Turtleneck Leotard in Kelly Green ($29.50)
+ Hat: San Diego 6-inch Brim Sun Hat in Black/White Mix ($30.40)

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The week of All Hallow's Eve is upon us! Only a few more days remain for you to secure your Halloween costume, and as the big night approaches, we're offering up some fool-proof outfit ideas that will have you turning heads (and we do mean a full Exorcist-style 360; it is Halloween after all). While she may have opted for normal human clothes while concentrating on a full-blown skeleton face for her own costume, Katy Perry's day-to-day style is a veritable hotbed of Halloween inspiration. With an the armful of music video releases and her status as a dress-up mastermind, it wasn't hard to pinpoint a few show-stopping (AND easily replicable) KP looks.

1. GLAM T.G.I.F.

Katy Perry as Kathy Beth Terry in 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).'
Photo: Courtesy of Capitol Records

Katy's charmingly awkward alter ego Kathy Beth Terry gets a glam '80s-tastic makeover in her 'Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F)' music video, and we found all the tools you'll need to achieve one of your own. Slip into a whole lot of neon in this magenta crop top and lime green skirt (or this one), right down to the mis-matched patent pumps (don't worry, the heels are the same height, so you won't be wobbly!). Swipe on some colorful frosted makeup, envelope your teased up crimpy 'do in a cloud of Aqua Net (for authenticity), and don't forget your party cup!

+ Shirt: Baby Rib Crop T in Heather Deep Pink ($20)
+ Skirt: Herve Leger Light Green Skirt ($100)
+ Belt: Lime Green Faux Leather Wide Sash Belt ($3.29)
+ Bracelets: Neon 80s Style Deluxe Bangle Bracelets ($7.99)
+ Earrings: 80s Neon Earrings and Necklace Set ($7.97)
+ Shoes: Yellow Patent Pointy Toe Pumps ($20.95) and Neon Pink Patent Wild DNA Pointy Toe Pumps ($25.70)
+ Party Cup: Orange 16 oz Plastic Cup ($4.99 pkg/20)
+ Eyeshadow: Sephora Collection Colorful Palette in Island Oasis ($24)
+ Eyeliner: ULTA Kohl Eye Liner Pencil in Indigo ($3)
+ Hairspray: Aqua Net Professional Hair Spray ($3.49)
+ Lipstick: CoverGirl Continuous Color Lipstick in Iced Mauve ($11.74)

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Last night's Jersey Shore season finale wrapped up 12 glorious episodes of insane drama, one-of-a-kind style moments, and memories SO hilarious that they will last us forever. But there's no reason to be too sad just yet—you can continue the Jersey Shore legacy by dressing up as your favorite housemate for Halloween! And if you REALLY want to score some bonus points, get all of your friends to dress up as the cast and have an Italian-style Sunday dinner right before you head out—just like at the Jersey Shore house! I know, I know, it's SUCH a good idea. You're welcome.

SNOOKI

Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi films on location for "Jersey Shore" on July 29, 2011, in Seaside Heights, New Jersey.
Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images

Snooki's moved on since her high pouf and towering stiletto days—now she rocks leopard print and furry Mukluk-style boots on (almost) a daily basis. Cop the new meatball look by adding colorful extensions, studs, and booty shorts. NOTE: You'll need a spray tan before diving into this ensemble, but that goes without saying, right? If you want even MORE ideas, try these five twists on the traditional Snooki costume.

+ Shirt: Sand Tropéz "All Star" Baby-Doll Tee ($27)
+ Undershirt: Forever 21 Leopard Lace Top ($12.80)
+ Shorts: Competition Dance Shorts in Black ($14.95)
+ Boot Covers: Black Furry Boot Covers ($24.90)
+ Hair Extensions: 16" easiLites Human Hair Clip in Bubblegum-Pink and White-Chocolate ($7.95 each)
+ Headband: Pink Leopard Headband Scarf ($3.86)
+ Bag: Schandra Rockstar Handbag ($49.75)
+ Prop Underwear: I Love Vinny Classic Thong ($12.50)

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OK, party people, we're getting CLOSE to Halloween, and we mean close to the week-of when everyone starts to panic and stores run out of costumes. BUT never fear, we've got your monster costume on lockdown. MONSTER, you say? Ohhhh, yes. It's not really Halloween anymore, people, it's GAGAWEEN! Thus, we present a plethora of Lady Gaga-inspired looks that will help you pay Little Monster homage to Mama Monster's biggest style hits. From a fancy side-ponytail zombie to smoky Jo Calderone, there's a paw-pumping look for everybody (including a few for you lazy monSTAHS). When people ask who you're dressed up as (duh, as if they wouldn't know), just tell 'em you were born this way, OK? Yeah, we went there.

1. HAIR MONSTER

Lady Gaga on Oct. 6, 2011, in London, England.
Photo: Getty Images

So, a running motif in the costume lexicon of Our Lady of G is HARRRRR, and lots of it. Gaga was recently seen out and about in London in this V-shape hair dress and matching hair sombrero, which also has the addition of truly Halloween-y accessory, a handheld picture of The Bride of Frankenstein. This look requires a little bit of work, in that you'll need to glue copious amounts of hair onto a floppy hat and leotard. (It doesn't have to be exact, just get it on there.) But you can throw your own hair under a mint-green wig and add some crimson lips and dark shades. Voilà! Extend your arms to wee babies on their trick-or-treating routes and bellow, "COOOOOME TO MAMA MONSTAAAAAAAH!"

+ Hat: Dorfman Women's Big Brim Ribbon Hat ($24.99) - Decorate with hair from a long black wig like the Extra Long Godiva Black Wig ($15.99)
+ Wig: Green Glamour Wig ($11.88)
+ Sunglasses: Black Original Cat Eye Sunglasses ($10.99)
+ Vest: Alloy Mongolian Faux Fur Vest ($51.92)
+ Gloves: Black Faux Leather Elbow Length Zipper Gloves ($15.99)
+ Bodysuit: American Apparel Gloria-V Bodysuit ($44)
+ Cover Up: Fringed Shorts ($29.95) or GoJane Layered Fringe Shorts ($32.80)
+ Picture: Bride of Frankenstein Portrait Poster ($6.95)—Though the original art that Lady Gaga is holding ("Mother Monster" by LukeyGore13) doesn't appear to be for sale, you could try drawing or photoshopping your own version.
+ Hosiery: Leg Avenue Industrial Fishnet Tights in Black ($7)
+ Shoes: Forever 21 Studded Stiletto Heels ($24.80)
+ Lipstick: M.A.C Viva Glam Lipstick in I (Intense brownish blue-red Matte) ($14.50)

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Halloween is less than two weeks away (talk about SCARY), and if you're a procrastinator like us you probabbblllyyy still haven't picked our your costume yet. But don't worry dudes, we've got you COVERED—literally and figuratively. Thanks to Nicki Minaj's cray cray ensembles throughout the year, she's given us enough inspiration to create not one, but THREE different Halloween looks that emulate her one-of-a-kind style. But first, you're going to need a few Nicki staples before you start prepping your costume:

+ Butt Pads: The Can-Can Padded Panty ($30)
+ False Eye Lashes: Sephora Collection False Eye Lashes in Showstopper ($8)
+ Eye Color: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Flipside (bright teal) ($18)
+ Lipstick: M.A.C Cosmetics Lipstick in Saint Germain (Clean pastel pink) ($14.50)

1. CHICKEN WING

Nicki Minaj poses in the portrait studio at the iHeartRadio Music Festival held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sept. 24, 2011, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Photo: Kevin Mazur/WireImage

If you're feeling girly (and hungry) go the Nicki Minaj chicken wing route and re-create her '80s studded tutu ensemble from the iHeartRadio Music Festival. All you need is some pink spray paint and a chain to re-create the necklace (We found you the chicken wing. You're welcome.) or you can just buy the EXACT one she's wearing if you've got the dough. Don't forget to put your wig into pigtails like Nicki does, and, don't worry, that facial expression is not mandatory.

+ Boots: Hunter "Original Tall" High Gloss Rain Boot ($125)
+ Tights: Look From London Cosmic Tights ($25)
+ Camisole: FULL TILT Essential Womens Seamless Cami in Neon Hot Pink ($9.99)
+ Skirt: Purple Organza Tutu ($19.99)
+ Bodysuit: American Apparel Strapless Ruched Bodysuit in Lavender ($19.99)
+ Studs: The Original BeDazzler Stud Refills 200/Pkg-100 Gold/100 Silver ($3.78)
+ Necklace: Chompin Chicken Wing Teething Toy ($14.99)
+ Wig: Hawaiian Blonde Wig ($3.78)

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FredFlare Dresses and TopShop Coat

Cutie Candycorn Dress, Dalmation Oversized Faux Fur Coat, & Sweet-Hearted Sailor Dress
Photo: Courtesy of FredFlare & TopShop

While it's not quite long-line crunch time for securing your Halloween costume, we encourage the laziest among you (which would include ourselves *cough*) to start thinking about what to wear. Look, we've already made this a CAKEWALK for you courtesy of our Lazy Girl's Guide to Super Easy Halloween Costumes. If you didn't see anything in that plethora of hallow delight and you're still donning your best sass-face when it comes to getting serious about your look for that Halloween party you KNOW is gonna creep up on ya like coffee breath at lunchtime, then we don't know what else to do for you other than offer up some "costume" ideas that are actually just Weenie-esque clothes you can wear all year. We're talking 2-for-1. You don't have to DO ANYTHING other than put it on and call it a day, maybe exert a modicum of energy to put your hair in a high pony, or just throw on some simple heels and walk out zee door. How difficult does this have to be? It doesn't. Thus, may we present you with some super CUTE clothing items that are actually Halloween costumes and vice versa? Awesome.

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It's almost Halloween. You realize this, right? Sigh, we do, too, but sometimes we're at a TOTAL loss as to what to be or completely devoid of time (and ambition) to put something together that is awesome and/or clever while also being affordable. Yeah, sure, we'd love to whip up an Edward Scissorhands ensemble or recreate Zombie Boy's tat face, but really, who has the time for that? We don't really feel like lifting more than, say, an index finger to tap upon a webshop's BUY button. Thus, we're jazzed about the new Urban Outfitters "Halloween Shop" offering all kinds of cute costume ideas. We've gone to the trouble of choosing our faves, even rating them from 1 - 5 on the LAZY SCALE (1 being sorta lazy and 5 being full-on laze sloth), so scroll on through and thank us in your head, OK?

FASHION DON'T & TEAM JACOB WOLF

Embarrassing Photo Protective Sunglasses & Plastic Wolf Mask from Urban Outfitters.
Photo: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters

Embarrassing Photo Protective Sunglasses ($12) = LAZY SCALE 3
FULL DISCLOSURE: We're probs gonna buy these and wear them with something gloriously heinous to be the one true Fashion Don't Girl at the party. We're envisioning acid wash mom jeans paired with a kitten sweater, puff paint vest, and vintage Reebok's. We're going to give this item a 3 on the LAZY SCALE because, while you could just pair them with any outfit (making them a 5), they work better when you wear them with something ridiculous, which requires some work.

Plastic Wolf Mask ($8) = LAZY SCALE 5
This is easy. Put on clothes, put on your wolf mask, DONEZO. When people ask, tell them you're Teen Wolf, Team Jacob, or "duh, a wolf."

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Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato wears a cute panda hat at Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights.
Photo: Splash News

OMG. Halloween is coming up quick, guys! We can't stop spotting celebs doing spooky things to celebrate (see: Katy Perry chillin' in skeleton makeup all NBD), and last night was no different. We peeped Demi Lovato hanging out with all of her SUPER ADORABLE (and super fashion-y!) gal pals at Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights, and we immediately fell in love with her furry black and white panda hat with pom-poms. Not only could this be a quick and easy Hallow's Eve costume (think of all those uh-mazing LBDs in your closet you've been waiting to bring out again), but it actually can last you more than one day! That thing looks WARM, and in the middle of winter when you're all sadface and shivering while you're waiting for the bus, you'll catch your reflection in a storefront window and smile to yourself knowing that you 1.) look like a panda and 2.) it's freaking adorable. So, where can you snatch up this faux fur hat right this second? WE'VE GOT THE ANSWER.

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Jamie King and Zoe Saldana

Jaime King and Zoe Saldana attend the 2nd Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic held at Will Rogers State Historic Park on Oct. 9, 2011, in Pacific Palisades, California.
Photo: JB Lacroix/WireImage

It's official: The Halloween season is upon us! Thus, we here at MTV Style want to make sure we cover all of your Happy Hallows Eve needs (with our bloody-gloved hands—mwahhhh haaa!). From how-to guides on getting the Nicki Minaj look to lazy girl costume ideas, be sure to check back weekly to get the latest spooky scoop.

To get the ol' eyeball rolling, we found a fantastic idea for Halloween party favors courtesy of the recent Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic, where spectators were given pouty red lips, mustaches, and bowler hats on sticks to wear in the stands. Guests like Jaime King, Zoe Saldana, and Lauren Conrad got in on the fun, posing for pics with these super adorbs accoutrements. Not only are they inexpensive and easy to make, they're perfect for the one guest who forgot to wear a costume to your party too.

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Katy Perry

Photo: Courtesy of Katy Perry's Twitter

We're sure it comes as NO surprise that fun-loving, dress-up magician, Katy Perry, is super into Halloween. Snapped in a striped sweater with Skeletor face paint at Knott's 'Scary' Farm over the weekend, we love the blithe delivery of the ghoulish mug. This is exactly how we'd do it. Snug it up in some toasty layers, hair all NBD-style, hands on hips and what looks like some very respectable shading on the neck and temples, hollowed-out eye sockets, cracks from being dead and then exhumed and nailing a legitimately cute costume that has NOTHING to do with the whole snoresville, "SLUT ANESTHESIOLOGIST" or "NAUGHTY CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT PERSON" or "SEXY MARU THE BOX-LOVING CAT" bag. Nobody likes the thigh-high fishnet wearing version of something regular. It's so predictable. Even if that cat idea is geniusgross and a.k.a. LARPbarf. {via Katy Perry's Twitter}

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