Kristen Bell has once again proven herself to be the queen of smart costumes with her latest Halloween invention, a funny mash-up she calls “Carrie Bradshaw meets Shawshank Redemption.” The actress, known for her quick wit and fun nature, wowed guests at a Halloween party with her costume that expertly merged fashion with prison-break flair.

Bell wore a tulle skirt and high heels worthy of Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City, but with a grunge twist: a dirt-smeared tank top, a phony prison badge, and even a toy rock hammer tucked in her belt. “It’s fashion meets freedom,” she said on Instagram, prompting hundreds of laughing emojis from followers.

Her husband, Dax Shepard, joined in the fun by dressing like a gruff prison warden to complete the tongue-in-cheek theme. The couple, famed for their inventive and amusing Halloween pairings, once again stole the stage with their unique blend of flair and storytelling.

Fans praised Bell on social media, calling her costume “pure genius” and “the most original look of the year.” Kristen Bell, as always, demonstrated her ability to make people laugh while also being effortlessly chic.