From “Toothpaste and toothbrush” to “Willy Wonka and an Oompa Loompa”, check out this list of iconic duos.
Plus, these iconic duos make for amazing costumes when going to a dress up costume party.
Iconic Duos
1. Pac-Man and Cherries
Channel some retro arcade energy with this ultimate gaming duo.
One of you dresses as the classic yellow Pac-Man, while the other dresses as a cherry.
2. Winnie the Pooh and Honey
This adorable combo brings together everyone’s favorite bear and his beloved snack.
One of you can dress as Pooh in red and yellow, while the other wears a honey jar costume.
3. Pirate and Parrot
Pirate and parrot are a classic adventure duo.
One of you goes as a pirate, while the other transforms into a colorful parrot.
4. Tom and Jerry
For cartoon lovers, Tom and Jerry are the ultimate frenemies.
One person dresses as the crafty cat, and the other as the cheeky mouse.
5. Thing 1 and Thing 2
Bring some Dr. Seuss vibes with this iconic duo.
It’s simple, recognizable, and lets you embrace your fun, mischievous side together.
6. Popcorn and Movie
One person dresses as a tub of popcorn, while the other goes as a classic movie ticket or movie screen.
7. SpongeBob and Patrick Star (SpongeBob SquarePants)
Who lives in a pineapple and a rock under the sea? SpongeBob and Patrick!
These two characters are a hilarious and heartwarming duo. Dress up in their iconic colors and shapes for a fun dynamic duo costume.
8. Pineapple and Pizza
For the food-loving friends, go as the most controversial pairing: pineapple and pizza.
One of you rocks a pineapple costume, and the other dresses as a slice of pizza.
9. Christina Yang and Meredith Grey (Grey’s Anatomy)
Perfect for best friends who bond over medical dramas.
Grab some scrubs/white coats and channel these legendary best friends from Grey’s Anatomy.
10. Ketchup and Mustard
An easy and cute costume idea, one of you goes as ketchup, and the other as mustard.
11. Fish and Chips
One person dresses as a fish, and the other as French fries or even a potato.
12. Daphne and Velma (Scooby Doo)
Solve some mysteries together with this crime-solving duo from Scooby-Doo.
Daphne’s purple dress and Velma’s orange sweater make this an easy yet iconic costume.
13. Salt and Pepper
One person dresses in all white for salt and the other person dresses in all black for pepper.
14. Dora and Boots (Dora the Explorer)
One person can dress in Dora’s pink top and orange shorts, while the other wears a blue monkey costume to become Boots.
15. Moon and Stars
For a dreamy, night-sky vibe, go as the moon and stars. It’s simple and pretty, especially with sparkly accessories.
16. Toothpaste and Toothbrush
Keep it minty fresh with this adorable pairing.
One person can be the tube of toothpaste, while the other goes as a toothbrush.
17. Sun and Moon
One person dresses as the Sun and the other as the moon.
18. Eggs and Bacon
One of you dresses as sunny-side-up eggs while the other goes crispy as bacon.
19. Chips and Salsa
You and your partner can dress as a bag of chips and a bowl salsa.
20. Mario and Luigi
The most classic duo from the gaming world.
Dress up as these iconic plumbers with their signature red and green outfits.
21. London and Maddie (Suite Life of Zack and Cody)
Bring back Disney Channel memories with these stylish besties.
London’s posh outfits paired with Maddie’s uniform make for a fun, nostalgic costume duo.
Iconic Movie Duos
22. Shrek and Donkey (Shrek)
One of you goes green as Shrek, and the other becomes the loyal, talkative Donkey.
It’s a funny and instantly recognizable dynamic duo pairing.
23. Lilo and Stitch (Lilo & Stitch)
Bring the Hawaiian vibes with Lilo’s grass skirt and Stitch’s adorable alien look.
24. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde (Zootopia)
Go as this crime-fighting duo from Zootopia.
One of you dresses as Judy in a bunny police uniform and the other as a fox.
25. Woody and Buzz Lightyear (Toy Story)
Go to infinity and beyond with an iconic woody and Buzz costume.
26. Dory and Nemo (Finding Nemo)
Dory and Nemo make a perfect pairing!
Dory’s fun blue color and playful personality combined with Nemo’s bright orange and white stripes bring a unique and vibrant look to any costume party.
27. Elsa and Anna (Frozen)
Bring some Disney magic to life with Elsa and Anna from Frozen.
Elsa’s icy blue dress and sparkling crown look stunning next to Anna’s vibrant, Nordic-inspired outfit.
28. Annie and Hallie (The Parent Trap)
Channel the twins from The Parent Trap.
Dress up in matching outfits, whether it’s camp uniforms or plaid shirts and jeans.
29. Pumbaa and Timon (The Lion King)
Hakuna Matata!
Bring the carefree vibes with Pumbaa and Timon from The Lion King.
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30. Mike and Sulley (Monsters Inc.)
Bring the fun of Monsters, Inc. with Mike and Sulley, the hilarious best friend duo.
One of you can go green as the lovable one-eyed Mike, while the other goes big and blue as Sulley.
31. Willy Wonka and Oompa Loompa (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory)
Get whimsical with Willy Wonka’s top hat and colorful coat, and pair it with an orange-faced Oompa Loompa.
32. Mr. and Mrs. Incredibles (The Incredibles)
For a powerful iconic duo, go as Mr. and Mrs. Incredible.
It’s a superhero look that’s classic, iconic, and instantly recognizable.
33. Shrek and Fiona (Shrek)
Dress as the green ogre and his loyal, princess-turned-ogre companion for a costume that’s hilarious and sweet.
34. Flint and Sam (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs)
Go as Flint the inventor and Sam the quirky weather reporter for a unique, animated pairing.
35. Mater and Lightning McQueen (Cars)
This Cars duo brings fast-paced fun to any party! Lightning McQueen’s racer look pairs perfectly with Mater’s friendly tow-truck vibe.
36. Boo and Sully (Monsters Inc.)
For a super cute look, go as Boo in her pink T-shirt and pigtails, while your friend or partner transforms into Sully.
37. Romeo and Juliet (Romeo + Juliet)
For Romeo, think classic Renaissance clothing or a romantic poet vibe, while Juliet can wear a long flowing dress.
38. Gru and the Minions (Despicable Me)
Get some laughs with Gru’s iconic scarf and the cheerful yellow Minions.
39. Agnes and Stuffed unicorn (Despicable Me)
Bring out the cuteness with Agnes and her stuffed unicorn.
One of you can wear Agnes’ overalls, and the other can go as her fluffy unicorn.
Iconic Duo Costumes
40. Candace and Stacy (Phineas and Ferb)
If you’re a ginger and brunette friend combo, consider dressing as Candance and Stacy from Phineas and Ferb.
41. Milk and Cookies
One of you can go as a carton of milk, while the other is a big chocolate chip cookie.
42. Dijonay and Penny Proud
This iconic duo from The Proud Family brings personality and sass.
Dijonay’s bold style pairs perfectly with Penny’s signature burgundy skirt and sweater look.
43. Tia and Tamera
Channel the iconic 90s twins with matching outfits and their signature bucket hat.
44. Cat and Dog
One person dresses up as a cat and the other as a dog.
45. Mario and Princess Peach
For Nintendo fans, Mario and Princess Peach make the ultimate hero and princess duo.
Mario’s blue overalls and Peach’s pink dress make this an easy yet fun pairing.
46. Peanut butter and Jelly
One of you dresses as peanut butter, and the other as jelly.
Iconic Duos Costumes
47. Left Twix and Right Twix (candy)
For candy lovers, dress up as the famous left and right Twix bars.
48. Bob Ross and Painted canvas
One of you can rock the iconic Bob Ross look with an afro and paint palette, while the other dresses as a beautiful canvas.
49. Red and yellow M&M
This iconic candy combo is easy to pull off with matching M&M shirts in red and yellow.
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50. Perry the Platypus and Dr. Doofenshmirtz
One person dresses as Perry in green and orange, and the other rocks Dr. Doofenshmirtz’s lab coat.
51. Miley and Hannah Montana
You get the best of both worlds with this costume!
One of you can dress as Miley, and the other as her alter ego, Hannah Montana.
52. Fire and Ice
One of you heats things up as “fire” with red and orange colors, while the other cools it down as “ice” in blues and silvers.
Iconic Duos
53. Rock and Roll
Dress up as “rock” in a stony or grungy outfit, while your friend channels “roll” with a retro or record-inspired look.
54. Raven and Chelsea (That’s so Raven)
One person dresses as Raven and the other as Chelsea, from the Disney show “That’s so Raven.”
55. Mr. Krabs and Money
One person can dress as Mr. Krabs with his claw hands and red suit, while the other goes as a stack of dollar bills.
56. Mickey and Minnie Mouse
Channel Disney magic with these timeless characters.
Go classic with Mickey’s red shorts and Minnie’s polka-dot dress for a whimsical Disney vibe.
57. Barbie and Ken
Hey Barbie! Hey Ken!
Go with Barbie’s signature pink glam and Ken’s beachy look.
58. Santa and Mrs. Clause
Bring some holiday cheer to your costume party and go as Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Iconic Duos Ideas
59. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle
Channel royal elegance with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle costume.
60. Chicken and KFC
One person can dress as a chicken, while the other goes as a KFC bucket.
61. Pirate and Treasure
Arrr! Be a pirate in a swashbuckling outfit, while your partner wears lots of jewelry and fake money as a treasure box.
62. Cookie Monster and Cookies
One of you can go blue as Cookie Monster, while the other dresses as a giant cookie.
63. Statue of Liberty and NYC tourist
One person dresses as Lady Liberty, while the other goes all out as a tourist with a camera, sunglasses, and an “I ❤️ NY” T-shirt.
64. Soap and Loofah
A bubbly, fresh take! One person goes as a bar of soap, and the other is a fluffy loofah.
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65. Wine and Cheese
One person can be a bottle of wine while the other goes as a cheese wedge.
66. Cosmo and Wanda (The Fairly OddParents)
Add some fairy magic to the party with Cosmo and Wanda!
One person goes green and the other pink, complete with wands and crowns.
67. Shampoo and Conditioner
One person goes as shampoo, while the other dresses as conditioner.