While it makes for adorable and memorable photos, it's not a requirement. Halloween is about personal expression, creativity, and, most importantly, having fun! If you and your partner have different ideas for what you'd like to dress up as for Halloween, that's perfectly fine! Complementary costumes can be just as engaging as matching ones. For example, if you love superheroes and the significant other is into villains, you can go as a hero-villain duo from the same comic universe. Alternatively, you can add elements that tie your two costumes together, like coordinated colors or themes, while still having your own unique and individual costumes. Remember, the most important thing is that you both feel comfortable and excited about your costumes. Whether you decide to match or not, the key is to have a great time celebrating together!