Over three decades since Tim Burton's "Beetlejuice" hit the screens, the film's iconic wardrobe is back with a modern twist. Michael Keaton reprises his role, donning the signature striped suit, alongside original cast members Winona Ryder, Catherine O'Hara, and new addition Jenna Ortega. The original 1988 movie's costumes, designed by Aggie Guerard Rodgers, have become Halloween staples, with Lydia Deetz's red tulle wedding dress becoming a popular choice for the holiday.

Costume designer Colleen Atwood, who worked on the 2024 remake, approached the film's costumes with reverence for the original designs while allowing for updates and fresh interpretations. In a conversation from Dublin, Atwood discussed her influences and the process of aging the costumes to reflect the passage of time since the original film.

For the underworld scenes, Atwood drew inspiration from the 1970s, creating a palette that complemented the blue faces of the characters. She also incorporated fashions from various decades, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the ghostly inhabitants. The "Bob's," or shrinkers, were inspired by the uniformed look of Century 21 Real Estate agents, with a modern twist.

Aging the iconic costumes was a meticulous process. Atwood and her team used fabric dye and paint to give the costumes a worn, lived-in appearance, reflecting the characters' experiences over the past 35 years. The wedding tuxedo, for example, was made to look like a cheap rented suit that had been worn for years.

Atwood was given access to the original wedding tuxedo from the archives but chose to create her own version of Lydia's wedding dress, inspired by its Victorian silhouette and crafted with delicate French lace. The costumes in "Beetlejuice 2" are a blend of custom creations and vintage pieces, reflecting the film's unique aesthetic and the designer's love for combining different time periods.

The result is a film that honors the original's fashion legacy while introducing a new generation to the creative world of "Beetlejuice." Atwood's work showcases the evolution of the characters and their style, providing a fresh yet familiar take on the classic costumes.