15 Celia Cruz Costumes To Give You Some Fashion Inspo

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3 min readOct 19, 2016

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There are few Latino celebrities as iconic as Celia Cruz, so it makes sense that she would get her fair share of recognition on Halloween. It also helps that her birthday is just a couple weeks before Halloween, so take some from inspiration from the Queen of Salsa and make your life un carnaval!

If you are truly committed to being Celia Cruz, there seem to be plenty of ways to make it happen.

Sure, the mask might be a little expensive, but don’t you want to be the talk of the town?

It definitely helps that Cruz has given us so many iconic looks, including the blue dress and matching wig she wore at the Latin Grammys.

Tbh, most Cruz outfits were made by the wig. You’re welcome, Nicki Minaj.

Or how about the light blue muumuu with peacock feather?

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Truly a work of art.

The outfit isn’t everything, though. Make sure you practice your voice and catch phrases.

Even the kiddos look great impersonating the Cuban superstar.

Classic - kamila dance studio / Myspace
CREDIT: Classic — kamila dance studio / Myspace

And, yes, there is even a chance for a super dope group costume.

*posse not included*

Her formal casual look really lends itself to an easy costume.

You really just need to focus on having some fun colors, patterns and solid wig choice.

Low key, half of your closet can be used to make a Celia Cruz costume.

You can really go all out there if you really want to because Celia Cruz, duh!

There is never a wrong time to wear a boa when you are dressing up as the Caribbean singing sensation.

You don’t have to copy her look exactly to make the statement.

Her style is so iconic that you can really make it your own while keeping that Celia cruz flare.

Even a hastily made costume of Celia Cruz is unmistakeable.

Even your gordo can get involved with a sharp suit a la Pedro Knight.

#GOALS 😍😍😍

Again, there is no wrong way to do Celia Cruz. Boa for a wig? ¡Claro!

There are really too few costume ideas that transcend generations and that is what makes Celia Cruz the perfect costume.

If you don’t have the time, money, or patience to go all out, just dress like… ¡Azucar!

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CREDIT: @phumphreyy / Twitter

Nailed it.

Now go make your Celia Cruz costume one to impress this year.

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READ: Rare Celia Cruz Photos Are Adding Sazón To The Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

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