63 Nerdy Couples' Costumes to Show Off Your Passion For Cosplay and Anime

Halloween is approaching, and we're already geeking. This spooky season, draw inspiration from your inner nerd and let your couples' costume speak to who you really are. Whether you're planning on spending most of the season indoors playing Halloween games, or you've already got a long list of Halloween parties to attend, a nerdy couples' costume might be for you. Stand out from the crowd with creative couples' cosplay ideas you can easily DIY from the comfort of your own home.

Although the classic Halloween costumes have yet to let us down, this year we challenge you to opt for something that speaks a little more to your own shared interests (no matter how nerdy they may be). Maybe you both love watching anime together, or you want to pay homage to one of your favorite video games. Either way, these nerdy couples' costumes will have you looking like you just left Comic-Con in the best way possible. As an added bonus, each one is specifically designed to wear alongside your significant other, so you can celebrate Halloween in complementary costumes.

If you're already one half of a nerdy duo, it's time to get extra geeky with your creative Halloween costumes. Cosplay costumes might be a little on the niche side, but that's the true beauty of these ideas. See which trick-or-treaters get your references with costume inspiration from the tech world, popular comics, and sci-fi characters. The hardest part will be agreeing on just one favorite.

Additional reporting by Chandler Plante

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Sulley and Mike

For a nerdy couples' costume that's scary without being too terrifying, opt for Mike and Sulley from "Monsters, Inc." These costumes are easy to re-create; you just need to don each character's respective color scheme and a few key accessories, like fuzzy slippers.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dark Sakura and Shirou Emiya

If you're a fan of anime and video games, "Fate/Stay Night" has plenty of nerdy couples' costume inspiration. Dark Sakura and Shirou Emiya make for an iconic couple of the franchise that you and your partner can re-create this Halloween.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: iCloud

One of the cleverest nerdy couples' costumes out there, this iCloud getup is sure to turn heads at any Halloween party. An easy DIY, all you need for this costume are printed app icons taped onto a cotton-ball cloud. Then just grab your boo for a fun video like this one where they can tap the icons to "start" uploading.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: "Frozen" and "Mad Max"
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: "Frozen" and "Mad Max"

Disney's "Frozen" meets the gritty world of "Mad Max" with this fun, nerdy couples' costume. Just dress up Elsa in some postapocalyptic-style road gear and throw some motorcycle goggles on Olaf, and you're all set for Halloween.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Bowser and Princess Peach

Bring to life the nostalgia of the Super Mario console games with these nerdy couples' costumes of Bowser and Peach. These costumes are colorful, easy to re-create, and guaranteed to steal the show at your next Halloween party.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Sadness and Anger

For a fun "Inside Out" Halloween getup, dress up as Sadness and Anger. You and your partner are sure to steal the show at any Halloween party this year with these bright, nerdy couples' costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dread Pirate Han Solo and Princess Buttercup Leia

For a fun and easy "Star Wars" meets "The Princess Bride" getup, dress up as Dread Pirate Han Solo and Princess Buttercup Leia. These nerdy couples' costumes have layers to them, and we love to see it.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn

This Halloween, dress up as two characters of the Gotham City Sirens trio, Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. These gals actually dated in the comics as well, so they make for the perfect nerdy couples' costume for you and your partner.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Woody and Bo Peep

For a nerdy couples' costume from Pixar's "Toy Story," Woody and Bo Peep are a great option for Halloween. All you need are a yellow flannel and a red bandana for Woody. You can make do for Bo Peep by dressing up in pink and adding a bonnet.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Sims

For a nerdy couples' costume that's easy to make at home, look no further than this fun take on a Sims costume. Playing off the iconic shower animation, these are equal parts funny and clever.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Uku and Lele

For a nerdy couples' costume that's equal parts sweet and creative, dress up as Uku and Lele from Disney Pixar's "Lava." A DIY getup like this will surely tug at your heartstrings.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Raven and Starfire

Channel some of the most iconic teen crime fighters with this Raven and Starfire nerdy couples' costume. These fun "Teen Titans" ensembles come together quickly with two colorful wigs and the right character makeup.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Bulma and Goku

Of all the anime heroes, Goku is definitely one of the most iconic characters out there. Do this super Saiyan justice this Halloween and dress up as him and Bulma from "Dragon Ball Z" for your nerdy couples' costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Master Chief and Cortana

If you and your partner are big into video games, this is the nerdy couples' costume for you. Show your love for the Halo franchise by dressing up as Master Chief and Cortana this Halloween.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Jon Snow and Ygritte

If you're still feeling nostalgic for "Game of Thrones," look no further than this nerdy couples' costume of Jon and Ygritte. This all-time favorite TV pairing is an iconic costume waiting to happen.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Zelda and Link

Relive the magic of Hyrule with this nerdy couples' costume. Zelda and Link aren't just skilled fighters in their own right — they make for a cute couple, too.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Harley Quinn and Punchline

If you're a fan of the DC comics, grab your partner and dress up as Harley Quinn and Punchline. Though these villains are fearsome on their own, they also both dated Joker, which is another fun twist for your Halloween getup.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Street Fighter Snow White and Cinderella
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Street Fighter Snow White and Cinderella

When it comes to combining famous franchises, why not add a killer spin on the Disney princesses? Here, Snow White and Cinderella get a Street Fighter makeover in what is one of the coolest nerdy couples' costumes we've ever seen.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Joker and Harley Quinn

This couple are just too iconic to pass up. Grab your partner and dress up as Joker and Harley Quinn this Halloween for a nerdy couples' costume you can really make your own.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: "The Blue Umbrella"

This nerdy couples' costume inspired by the beloved Pixar short animation is just too cute — and easy. All you really need are the red and blue umbrellas, which are easy to DIY at home.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Cloud and Aerith

For both longtime Final Fantasy fans and newcomers to the franchise, Cloud and Aerith make the perfect nerdy couples' costume for Halloween. To capture Cloud's rugged look, just wear all black. As for Aerith, all you need are a red jacket and a pink dress.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Pikachu and Gyarados

For a pair of nerdy couples' costumes that are both easy and fun, opt for matching onesies. These Pokémon ones make for a sweet set.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Amy and Sonic

If you've got a need for speed this Halloween, dress up as one of the fastest video-game characters out there, Sonic the Hedgehog. He and Amy make for a fun and colorful pair of nerdy costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Han Solo and Leia

Defend the universe as two of the most iconic characters in the "Star Wars" franchise, Princess Leia and Han Solo. Nerdy couples' costumes like these are just out of this world!

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers

For a nerdy couples' costume that's easy to make and combines the best of comics, animation, and quirky characters, opt for Ramona and Scott from "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World." (Just keep an eye out for any evil exes.)

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Black Canary and Green Arrow

For a fun DC costume, dress up as Black Canary and Green Arrow. This pair of nerdy couples' costumes is sure to turn heads at any party this Halloween season.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Jean Grey and Cyclops

If you and your partner are big X-Men fans, opt for this nerdy couples' costume. Jean Grey and Cyclops make for a great pairing for your Halloween getup.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Rose Tyler and the Tenth Doctor

Want to join the Time Lord himself on a once-in-a-lifetime journey? Opt for the second-best thing and dress up as Rose Tyler and the Tenth Doctor for Halloween this year. This nerdy "Doctor Who" couples' costume is fun and easy to re-create at home.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Mystery Twins

Head to Gravity Falls this Halloween with these nerdy couples' costumes of Dipper and Mabel. These costumes are easy to make at home; all you need are Dipper's signature hat and a fun sweater for Mabel.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Captain America and the Winter Soldier

If you're a longtime Stucky fan, here's the ideal nerdy couples' costume for you and your partner. You can choose to wear their full hero suits for Halloween, but an off-duty look for each of the heroes would work well, too.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Mark Grayson and Invincigirl

If you're in the mood to re-create a more colorful hero for your nerdy couples' costume, we've got the solution for you. Invincible (with his bright yellow and blue ensemble) is definitely the way to go.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Mermaid Man and Barnacle Boy

Travel under the sea and straight to Bikini Bottom this Halloween with this nerdy "SpongeBob SquarePants" couples' costume. "To the invisible boatmobile . . . AWAY!"

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: TARDIS and The Master

For a simple DIY Halloween getup, dress up as the TARDIS and The Master from "Doctor Who." Both costumes can easily be made with things you already have at home (like a stray suit for The Master and spare cardboard box for the TARDIS).

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Anakin and Obi-Wan

For another nerdy couples' costume in the realm of "Star Wars," opt to dress up as Anakin and Obi-Wan. These contrasting suits make for a particularly cool Halloween look.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Sailor Moon and Jupiter

If you're a fan of "Sailor Moon," dressing up as any two of the Sailor Scouts for your Halloween getup this year is a must. This Sailor Moon and Jupiter nerdy couples' costume is a great choice.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales

Embrace the fun of Marvel's multiverse with this nerdy couples' costume of Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales from "Spider-Man." These getups are great for a last-minute Halloween party — all you need are the suits.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Jimmy Pesto Jr. and Tina Belcher
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Jimmy Pesto Jr. and Tina Belcher

For a funny DIY Halloween getup inspired by "Bob's Burgers," opt for these nerdy couples' costumes of Jimmy Pesto Jr. and Tina Belcher. All you really need for Jimmy are the yellow shirt and jean vest. Tina's getup can be re-created with a light-blue shirt, a navy skirt, and her signature black bob and glasses.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Flame Princess and Finn

Travel to the whimsical land of Ooo with these nerdy couples' costumes. Flame Princess and Finn are certainly eye-catching "Adventure Time" ensembles for you and your partner on Halloween night.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Meg and Hades

Skip the traditional Disney princess costumes this year, and opt for a more unique (but equally iconic) look for you and your partner. These Meg and Hades "Hercules" couples' costumes are colorful, quirky, and sure to turn heads at any Halloween event.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: NCR Ranger and Craig
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: NCR Ranger and Craig

If you and your partner are avid gamers, you can't go wrong with a "Fallout: New Vegas" reference. These NCR Ranger and Craig nerdy couples' costumes are guaranteed to steal the show at any costume party this Halloween season.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Steampunk Batman and Catwoman

For a nerdy couples' costume that combines two of the most iconic DC characters with the whimsy of steampunk, opt for this industrial Batman and Catwoman look. All you need to capture the steampunk aesthetic are a few key accessories (like goggles).

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dum Dum Dugan and Agent Carter
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dum Dum Dugan and Agent Carter

In need of a heroic concept for your nerdy couples' costume, but not sure who to choose? Opt for one of Marvel's classic duos by dressing up as "Miss Union Jack" and this iconic Howling Commando.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Groot and Rocket
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Groot and Rocket

Not only are these characters out of this world, but so are these DIY getups. For a nerdy couples' costume that's sure to impress, dress up as Groot and Rocket.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Tuxedo Mask and Sailor Moon

Be the "pretty Guardian who fights for love and justice" alongside your partner this Halloween by dressing up as Sailor Moon and her beau, Tuxedo Mask. With a nerdy couples' costume as great as this one, you're sure to turn heads.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Joyce and Hopper

Season five may still be in the works, but we've known these two were endgame all along. For a pair of nerdy couples' costumes that are sure to impress this season, dress up as Joyce and Hopper from "Stranger Things."

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Milo and Raihan

For more Pokémon Halloween fun, skip the critter costumes and take inspiration from two iconic trainers instead. These Milo and Raihan getups make for great nerdy couples' costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: C-3PO and R2-D2

If you like your Halloween costumes to be on the intergalactic side, look no further than these nerdy couples' costumes. You're sure to impress "Star Wars" fans throughout the spooky season with two of outer space's most iconic bots, C-3PO and R2-D2.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Umbreon and Espeon

If you're a Pokémon fanatic, there are plenty of Eeveelutions to choose from for you and your partner's nerdy couples' costumes this Halloween. These Umbreon and Espeon getups are just too good to pass up.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Kuromi and My Melody

For cute Sanrio-themed nerdy couples' costumes, opt for Kuromi and My Melody. These two characters have starkly different aesthetics, but when paired together, you and your partner will look great for any Halloween occasion.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: "Men in Black"

This is one Halloween getup you won't want to forget. Dress up as the agents from "Men in Black" for your nerdy couples' costumes this season. The pug is optional (but highly encouraged), of course.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Merry and Pippin

Travel to the Shire and relive and the magic of "The Lord of the Rings" this Halloween with these nerdy couples' costumes of two beloved Hobbits, Merry and Pippin. With costumes as fun as these, you're sure to turn heads.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Gambit and Rogue

For a couple who are as iconic as they are powerful, opt for Gambit and Rogue from the X-Men franchise. Not only are their getups unique, but the pair also make for a great nerdy couples' costume.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Officer Jenny and Nurse Joy

Take your Halloween inspiration from another iconic Pokémon duo, Officer Jenny and Nurse Joy. These two gals are great choices for you and your partner's nerdy couples' costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Eye of Sauron and Witch-King

If you're a fan of villains, we've got a scarier alternative for your Halloween getups. For a darker "Lord of the Rings" look, opt for these Eye of Sauron and Witch-King nerdy couples' costumes.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Team Rocket

For another Pokémon dynamic duo, you can't go wrong with this classic nerdy couples' costume of Team Rocket. Jesse and James are partners in crime, and now you and your partner can be, too.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Scully and Mulder

"The truth is out there . . . " Dress up as two of TV's most iconic FBI agents, Scully and Mulder from "The X-Files," for you and your partner's nerdy couples' costumes this year.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dalek and Ten
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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Dalek and Ten

For a "Doctor Who" nerdy couples' costume, dress up as the Dalek and the Tenth Doctor. Though the Doctor's costume is pretty straightforward, the Dalek getup makes for a fun DIY.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: My Melody and Cinnamoroll

Another pair of fun couples' costumes are My Melody and Cinnamoroll. These two Sanrio characters are just too cute.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Zombies

If you're in the mood for an easier but no less geeky costume, dress up as the zombies from "The Walking Dead." This nerdy couples' costume may be a little more subtle, but it's still guaranteed to scare.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Frodo and Samwise

If Hobbits are your nerdy niche, here's another suggestion for you and your partner's Halloween getups this year. Frodo and Samwise make for a great geeky couples' costume.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Tauriel and Legolas

Tauriel and Legolas aren't just a great nerdy couples' costume for Halloween. With majestic outfits and their long, flowing hair, you and your partner are sure to feel like royalty in these getups.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Squirtle and Blastoise

Can't get enough of the Pokémon Halloween costumes? Neither can we. Here's a fun nerdy couples' costume of Squirtle and Blastoise for you and your partner.

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Nerdy Couples' Costumes Ideas: Legos

This nerdy couples' costume gets all the creativity points. Now you and your partner can reminisce on all your childhood Lego builds as you don these DIY costumes.