Perspective serves as a crucial tool for comprehending our surroundings and broadening our knowledge. To enhance our understanding, we frequently resort to making comparisons between various elements. Whether it’s a comparison in size, shape, evolution through time, or any other element, comparisons always tells a story and gives us a new angle. We’ve compiled some of the most fascinating comparisons, that will intrigue and teach us something new about the world.
A dolphin brain vs a human brain
The main difference between a dolphin brain and a human brain is the size. A dolphin’s brain is bigger (1600 grams) compared to the human brain (1300 grams). Additionally, a dolphin’s prefrontal cortex is underdeveloped, while a human’s prefrontal cortex is particularly developed. While a dolphin’s brain may be bigger, they still lack other brain processes like memory and goal setting.
New Delhi, India before and after lockdown
This is pretty wild. The picture on the left looks wildly different than the one on the right. When cities around the world went into lockdown, that meant fewer cars were on the road, which helped to clear the air from smog. It’s incredible to see what a difference this made in the atmosphere. The air is clearer and cleaner.
The Evolution Of Computer Graphics Since 1998
Technology has come a long way since the Tomb Raider came out in 1998. Just one example of this is the leaps and bounds that have clearly been made in the graphics department. Taking a look at where the franchise started to where it is now is an amazing history lesson in the development of video games.
A Cuban avocado vs A Hass avocado for scale
Ok, is this Cuban avocado not the most beautiful avocado you’ve ever seen? It looks perfectly ripe and we can basically taste it from here. It’s what guacamole dreams are made of. The Hass avocado isn’t looking too good right now. Great, now we’re hungry.
The longest limo on record built back in 1986 looks like it’s been through a lot
This limo was once state of the art. It had two engines, TVs, phones, a lounge space, a water bed, and a jacuzzi. If we knew this existed back in the day, this is one hundred percent the limo we would have rented for prom. Currently, it’s being refurbished to be part of a car museum.
“I’m lucky to be able to take a picture of Five generations of hands”
Aww, this is such a beautiful and meaningful photo. The difference in hands tells the story of a family’s legacy. Everyone is at a different stage of life, but they are all together in this moment. Having five generations alive at once is something truly be proud of.
Barbie’s face evolution over the years shows a drastic difference
Since the release of this iconic doll in 1959, Barbie’s face has certainly changed a lot. Barbie has sure come a long way. She looks like two completely different people from 1995 and 2003. Each Barbie represented the time in which the dolls were made and kept up with the trends.
The inside of an elephant’s foot looks oddly similar to a human foot
Who knew that we could even compare an elephant foot to ours. But they’re pretty similar! It would look even more similar if this was an x-ray of a foot in heels. It’s pretty mind-blowing how similar we are to some of the biggest mammals in the animal kingdom.
A flame burning on Earth compared to a flame burning in microgravity on the international space station
Ok, this is out of this world. Candle flames act very differently depending on if they are here on Earth or in outer space. While in space, because gravity and oxygen flow is a million times weaker, it creates a dome-shaped, incandescent blue fire. Zero gravity never looked so cool.
aerial view of Class disparity in south Africa
Now, this is shocking. Just by taking a quick glimpse at this image, you may think you are looking at two completely different places. But this is one town in South Africa with very different class systems. South Africa happens to be the most unequal country in the world and this image truly proves that.
The face of a man before and after walking 3,000 miles across china for a year
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to backpack through China for a full year? Well, that’s what this man did. He went from clean-cut to raggedy and looks pretty unrecognizable. After his trip, we’re sure he spent quite some time in the barber chair.
This scientific algorithm removes color distortion from pictures taken underwater to see their true colors
Wait, this is the coolest thing we’ve seen all day. What a remarkable feat for the science world. Anything underwater always seems a bit more magical. But this special algorithm created helps scientists take better, more detailed photos, and to see things as they really are.
the Women’s USA Basketball team compared to the El Salvador Team
Whoever said height doesn’t give you an advantage was clearly wrong. The USA women’s team has exceptionally taller players than the El Salvidor Team. Seems like an unfair disproportioned advantage if you ask us. But who knows, maybe we’re wrong. Short people can dodge through people, after all.
Long locks and a full beard VS cut hair and a shaved face
It’s crazy how much of a difference cutting your hair and shaving your beard can make. This man looks like a completely different person, he’s barely recognizable. I’m sure he gave his friends and family a good scare when he revealed his new look.
Gymnast Simone Biles back to back with Volleyball player David lee
The height difference between these two is remarkable. The USA men’s volleyball player David Lee is an incredible 6 ft 9 in and Simone Biles is 4 ft 8 in. Although the difference in their height is hard to wrap your head around, they both turned out to be two of the most talented players in sports.
This is what a cubic window looks like during different times of the day
Now, this is a window we are not used to seeing. This one window really looks like four separate images, but it’s just the difference in time creating these differences. If we had a window like this, it’s safe to assume we’d be staring out of it all day.
A chimpanzee’s finger and a human finger look almost identical
This is pretty remarkable and shows the true power of evolution. The similarities between these two fingers are uncanny. Chimpanzees and humans share similar ancestry, and our species are very much related. After all, humans, have evolved from apes.
“I snapped this picture of my hand next to This sculpture at the Louvre museum to show the comparison”
It looks like this guy has found the art that really completes him. This sculpture at the Louvre, known as the Winged Victory of Samothrace, is a marble sculpture of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory. We are so happy this guy snapped a photo, how could he not? His humor goes above and beyond.
post-heart surgery vs a year and a half later
This makes us so happy. This man underwent heart surgery and that didn’t stop him from becoming healthy and strong again. The differences in these pictures are so different, you may not even know that it’s the same person. Our body is an incredible thing, and something to be grateful of for all it can do for us.
“This is my dog the day I adopted him vs today”
This dog went from being the saddest pup to the happiest pup we’ve ever seen. It’s such a beautiful thing when you can transform a dog’s life, and from the looks of it, his owner did just that. There’s so much good that cuddles, food, and shelter can bring.
“I decided to embrace my vitiligo and surround it with a tattoo”
Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease that can affect one’s pigment in the skin. But that didn’t stop this guy from tatting up. He elevated his skin condition and we think it looks even cooler than before. We’d like to get even an ounce of this guy’s creativity.
“After 15 years, My dog and I are still the best of friends”
Aww, we are crying happy tears right now. This picture really sums up what it means for a dog to be a man’s best friend. Through thick and thin, these two have been together. Sure, they both may be a bit older than they were in their original picture together, but the love is greater than ever.
Contrast between Barcelona city at night vs during the day
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There’s something so magical about Barcelona, it manages to look breathtaking both in the daytime and at nighttime. The contrast is crazy, and the architecture proves how intelligent design can be. During the day, the city looks calm and content, and at night, it seems like it turns into the best night scene out there.
“This is my hand compared to a polar bears paw”
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Are you kidding us right now? This is pretty wild, and it really puts things into perspective. When we look at the polar bears from afar or in pictures, we see white, fluffy animals that we just want to cuddle with. But maybe this paw print more than triple the size of a human hand makes us rethink that.
The HUman eye compared to the galaxies
Are we looking at space or are we looking at a human eye? The patterns of these galaxies like scarily similar to our eyes. This is just mind-boggling. Interestingly enough, the human eye has more atoms than all the stars in the universe. Are these just coincidences? We’ll never truly know.
A Canadian passport in regular light vs under UV light
Umm what? Who knew that something as mundane as a passport could be so magical. If there was a contest, the Canadian passport would win first prize for the coolest passport. This is making us want to check our own passports to see if there are any hidden messages or images we never knew about.
“I found an old picture of my great great Grandmother. I thought she looked familiar”
This woman seems to be the spitting image of her late grandmother. It almost looks like the image on the right could be a restoration of the image on the left. It’s always interesting to dig through the past and look at your lineage. I bet she wasn’t expecting to find this. Beauty sure runs through the family.
These are not two pictures put together: The crazy comparison between clear blue skies and dust-filled air
Ok, this one photo proves just how crazy nature can be. Right next to the clear blue sky is an oncoming dust storm. The angle at which this photo was taken makes it seem as though they are two pictures put together. But this is in fact real. We’ll go to the blue side, thank you very much.
Ballerina’s feet are a perfect example of hard work and determination
If you were to only see these ballerina’s feet inside her shoes, you would most likely have no idea just how much her feet have been in. Ballerinas practice their craft until their feet bruise and bleed. It takes a lot of determination to put your feet through such a grueling sport, which is why so much care is taken into consideration when picking out their shoes and accessories.
“My dog looks exactly like the poster dog on his favorite dog food”
We love this. Someone get this dog a modeling career. He is striking a pose exactly like the dog pictures on his dog food. Maybe dog owners get their pup food that looks like them on purpose, or maybe this is pure coincidence. Either way, this is one of the cutest things we’ve seen all day.
“This is my foot before pregnancy and during pregnancy. They look like two different feet”
Wow, we can’t even imagine what this would feel like. This woman’s foot swelled up and you can blame pregnancy hormones for that. Out of all the pregnancy symptoms, this one seems to be one of the most annoying ones. This photo is proving that swelling during pregnancy is no joke.
The size of an adult sunfish compared to their size at birth
We aren’t sure how it’s possible for such a tiny creature that can fit in the palm of a hand to turn into one of the biggest sea creatures? Look at the size of this thing as an adult! For these adorable babies to be able to grow up to be giant fishes is truly remarkable.
The number of frames of animation in ‘The Simpsons’ intro now vs then
‘The Simpsons’ intro had a lot more frames of animation in 1989 than they do today. The top frames are the new ones, while the bottom ones are old. The animation may be a bit lazier than the original one, but we aren’t mad about it. Despite the intro, the show still has plenty of great animation to appreciate.
“My work boot has always been my dog’s favorite shoe, even after three years”
Just because this dog has outgrown this shoe doesn’t mean he won’t try to fit in it. The boot is basically the equivalent of a baby blanket, sometimes you just grow up with it and hold onto it for life. We have a feeling that this shoe will remain this pup’s favorite object forever.
This bamboo grew up without being touched by tourists, unlike the bamboo behind it
Look how vibrant and full of life this bamboo stalk is. It’s crazy how different it is to other bamboo stalks touched by tourists. This just goes to show that when you leave nature alone and let it do its own thing, beautiful things can happen.
These are the streets of Prague in 1910 vs 2020
Wow, it’s crazy what time can do. What was once a quiet town is now a bustling street with life, people, and color. It’s also incredible to see that the town kept its structure after all this time. It’s always interesting to see how places change after an exceptional amount of time.
The pupils of a cats eye can drastically change in size
This is the same cat, but one looks more friendly and cuddly than the other. This cat looks like he could be the famous Puss in Boots from Shrek. If he wanted a treat and was looking at us with those big bright eyes, we wouldn’t have any other choice but to give him all the treats we have.
Baldness Can Be Reversed Through Surgery
Right after undergoing a hair transplant surgery, the site of the procedure can appear quite…unsightly. However, once the scabs and redness on the scalp heal, the transformation is remarkable. You can see here how a successful hair transplant surgery can make a person’s hair appear denser and improve the coverage of their hairline.
Fast food orders are rarely how they appear in the ads
Everyone wants to look their best in photos, even fast food meals. However, sometimes ads for fast food can be downright deceptive. These pics compare how meals looked in the ads versus how they looked when they came out of the restaurant.
The mouth of the extinct Megalodon shark in comparison to a modern-day great white shark
I’m sorry, what? There were sharks that were that large? It’s hard to really comprehend the true size of the Megalodon shark. Apparently, this type of shark wasn’t just the biggest shark in the world but may be one of the biggest fish to ever exist. The great white shark doesn’t look so scary after all.
What humans see vs what birds see
Turns out that birds and humans see the world a little differently. Birds are tetrachromats, meaning they are able to see four colors, which are red, green, blue, and UV. Humans only see three colors, red, green, and blue. Birds are pretty incredible since they are able to see a wider range of colors unknown to us humans. Pretty cool.
this is the only blue McDonald’s arch in the world
While you can easily recognize McDonald’s around the world by its yellow arches, Arizona decided to go with an entirely different color. It’s a surprising reason, but city officials of Sedona, Arizona didn’t want the bright yellow sign to interfere with the city’s natural scenery.
A spider bite on the day of the incident compared to a few days later
Spider bites are nothing to mess around with. This person was bitten by a brown recluse spider and still had quite a welt several days later. All things considered, it could have been much worse. Many people report having flesh fall away after being bitten by this species.
The female brain vs the male brain at rest
We knew men and women are different, but this brain scan is wild. The image shows women’s brains are more active than male brains at rest. It makes sense, after all, because women do tend to think quite a lot and want to talk to process their thoughts and experiences.
The original Barbie doll compared to the average proportions of the “normal” barbie
It’s incredible how far we have come as a society. It was about time a realistic and average size barbie was created. Designer Nickolay Lamm is the man behind the idea and he wanted to create the doll with the average proportions a 19-year-old would have. It’s safe to say this barbie is a lot different than the toy so many young girls grew up with.
“This is My Mom’s Windex spray bottle from 1979 compared to one she bought this week”
This mom is a dedicated customer of the Windex brand. We can’t blame her, it makes glass sparkle like no other. She kept her bottle from 1979 and you can see how crazy the difference is between it and its newer version. The original bottle has a lot of wear and tear, but the bottle still works so why throw it out?
Aerial view of new york city’s concrete jungle vs vibrant central park
This picture really captures the powerful contrast between the two worlds of New York that live side by side. This is what makes New York so special and proves it isn’t just about the hustle and bustle because you always have calm on the other side. It’s a beautiful city where people can get the best of both worlds.
The futuristic design of the Moscow metro station looks like night and day
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All we can say is wow. It almost looks like we are looking at an optical illusion of some sort. The image looks like it was split exactly in half but this is just the design of very talented designers. By creating bright light on one side and darkness on the other, the contrast can really be captured. We hope to one day experience this metro train.
The varying french fry portions at Mcdonald’s in Japan
We’ll order the biggest portion size you’ve got! Have you ever seen a portion size as big as the french fries on the right? They go from small, medium, large, to jumbo size. We don’t know about you, but we’d have no problem polishing off all the fries in this photo.
This photo captures the distance between the moon and the Earth
This photo makes the moon appear extremely close to Earth. The Moon is actually 240,000 miles from Earth, taking about 3 days to travel there. This picture was taken by NASA’s Juno spacecraft and is made from three photos combined together. It was taken when the spacecraft was three million miles away from Earth.
It’s very hard to tell Which image is real life and which one is anime
Ok, this animation is incredible. We can barely tell the anime apart from reality. If we didn’t know, we would have thought these were just the same photos with a slightly different lens. The anime image has so much detail in it, it’s crazy how far photoshop has come.
An artist’s rendition of a baby dinosaur embryo compared to a fossil egg in real life
This is incredible. A 66 million-year-old fossil of a baby dinosaur in its egg was found in Southern China. It was really surprising that it was even found in the first place because dinosaur embryos are some of the rarest fossils to come by. This fossil really gives us a look into the world’s past.
After many procedures, German flight attendant Martina Big now goes by Malaika Kubwa
Martina Big is a former flight attendant from Germany who rose to fame after undergoing multiple cosmetic procedures to change her appearance. She has spent thousands of dollars on procedures such as perma-tanning, injections, breast implants, and rhinoplasty to transform herself into a “black” woman. This transformation has sparked controversy and criticism, with many accusing her of cultural appropriation and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. Despite this, Big has continued to defend her choices.
This is the same colored liquid in different colored buckets
What? How is this possible you may ask? Upon first look, there seems to be yellow paint in a white bucket and green paint in a blue bucket. But don’t be fooled. But by understanding basic color combinations, we know that yellow and blue make green, but it’s not so obvious when first coming across this photo. Either way, it makes for a very interesting comparison.
These two are not the same: The color order is reversed in a double rainbow
Double rainbows have got to be one of the most beautiful natural phenomenons. But you may not have known that the secondary rainbow isn’t the same as the first. Its colors are reversed compared to the first rainbow. When the light gets reflected two times in a water droplet, it’s a reflection of a reflection.
The exceptional difference in height between these two police officers
This is too funny. This policeman is double the policewoman’s height. He stands at about 6’9” while she stands at about 5’1”. Guess you can’t really see someone’s true size until you put two contrasting heights together. This photo also goes to show that height doesn’t matter in this profession.
“I found these giant, juicy blueberries. Here they are compared to regular sized blueberries”
We didn’t even know blueberries could be so massive. It’s as though they came from a different planet. We can’t even imagine how good they must taste. Blueberries are by far ranked at the top of the berry scale, so this must have been a great find for whoever came across them. We’re jealous.
This newly discovered frog looks surprisingly like Kermit the frog
It’s as if Kermit the frog was inspired by this real-life frog. This glass frog is the first of its kind to be discovered in Costa Rica since 1973. The features it has really looked just like the musical Muppet. The one difference though is that it can’t sing, but it can make a whistling sound. We can rest well knowing there’s areal life Kermit.
Time has really worn down this old boot
There is nothing quite like buying a new pair of shoes. The smell, the cleanliness, the confident feeling you get stepping down the street in them. But an even better feeling is knowing you’ve got the most wear out of a pair and buy some new ones. It’s crazy what a difference wear and tear can have on a shoe.
The size of our chickens has changed dramatically over time
As time evolves, apparently so does the size of our chickens. These size comparisons between 1957, 1978, and 2005 are pretty major. Interestingly, they are all the same age. All three of these chickens were raised and bred the exact same way, but over the past 50 years chickens have become four times the size due to genetic differences and antibiotics.
30 years’ worth of consoles
It’s pretty impressive that this person saves his different consoles over the last 30 years. It seems like they have got themselves a pretty good collection. Looking at some of these old consoles brings back a lot of memories for us. This collection includes Nintendo GameCube, PlayStation 2, and many more.
A smoker’s lungs compared to a non-smoker’s lungs
Well, this is pretty incredible. The difference between the lungs of a smoker and the lungs of a non-smoker couldn’t be more different. A healthy lung is red while a heavy smoker has black-colored lungs. The lungs on the right look healthy and will pump in rhythm while the lungs on the left will struggle to breathe.
The evolution of U.S helmets through the years starting from the 1960s
Now, this is pretty cool. This photograph portrays the evolution of the United States helmet starting from the 1960s and onwards. You can really see how far the U.S. helmet has come over the years. As time went on, technology advanced and the wearers can now be better protected.
The Pepsi can then vs now
Whether or not you’re a die-hard Pepsi fan or prefer Coke on any given day, you have to admit the progression of the Pepsi can is pretty cool. The brand decided to change the logo in 1991, and for the first time, they separated the red, blue, and white globe with the wordmark.
before and after scoliosis surgery
It’s incredible what modern medicine can do. You can see the breathtaking difference that scoliosis surgery did for this patient. His spine is nearly straight now and we can only imagine how happy this person was after receiving this surgery.
“I recreated this photo of my dad that was taken 38 years ago”
Like father like son. This is just the most adorable thing. The same shirt, the smile, the arm crossing, the mustache, everything about this recreation is on point. I’m sure his father had a good laugh once seeing this photo, and probably even got a little sentimental too.
Before and after the transition from female to male
Wow, what an incredible photo. Transitioning completely changes you and you can see the striking difference between the two sides. This photograph really showcases the power of reassignment surgery. This powerful picture captures this person’s story.
Hong Kong in 1920 vs 2000
How much the city has changed! It’s unbelievable how much the world has changed in the last century. What used to be largely rural has turned into one of the biggest metropolitan cities in the world. People didn’t know back then that it would become famous for numerous attractions and skyscrapers.
farmed salmon in comparison to wild salmon
Who would have thought that farmed salmon would look so different from wild salmon? Farmed salmon has a higher fat content while wild salmon is leaner. Wild salmon is naturally red or bright orange while farmed salon gets their pink color from carotenoids.
Before and after leg lengthening surgery
This is incredible. Leg lengthening surgery is a real thing and it can be done in over a dozen different countries. With this surgery, people can increase their height by several inches. This man eventually became about the same height as his surgeon.
$5,000 worth of gold compared to $5,000 worth of silver
If you were offered the same amount of money in the form of gold or silver, which would you choose? One is much easier to store but easier to lose. The choice is yours. One is bulkier, and the other is small in comparison.
Pluto looks pretty tiny when compared to Australia
If you weren’t feeling small before, now you definitely are. Australia is a pretty wide continent, measuring about 4,000 km wide, while pluto is 2,370 km across. When we think of outer space, we usually imagine massive planets, but this picture really puts things into perspective.
The banana before and after we domesticated them
Maybe bananas are your favorite go-to fruit, or maybe you absolutely despise them. Wherever you lay on the scale, one thing is for sure, and that’s that bananas used to be a weird-looking fruit. Back in the day, bananas had seeds, but thanks to genetic engineering, the bananas of today look quite different.
The famous Gerber baby back in 1928 vs the 94-year-old original
When you think of baby food, you probably automatically think of Gerber. The brand became famous specifically for the Gerber baby. Whose behind the famous logo? It’s Ann Turner Cook, and we think she’s just as adorable now as she once was back then.
How humans see the world compared to how dogs see the world
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Although many people believe dogs see in black and white, we are here to refute that. Dogs see vastly different images than we humans do. They do see color, but it is decreased, and the sharpness is also minimized because they have less visual acuity. They usually have 20/75 vision.
These massive water lilies are so big, you can sit on them and float
The Victoria Water Lily leaf is pretty impressive. These things are absolutely massive and can reach up to 65kg, the leaves can reach 10 feet in diameter, and can hold the weight of a small child weighing about 65 pounds. The aquatic plant is nothing short of amazing.
“My grandparents decided to recreate their wedding photos for their diamond anniversary”
This adorable couple proves that love can last. For their 60th anniversary, they wanted to do something special and recreate their wedding photos, with the same outfits and pose. We aren’t sure if it’s the exact dress, but we think they look absolutely smashing.
“I would have never guessed that my husband’s raincoat was fully reflective”
Ok, this is hands down the coolest raincoat we’ve ever seen and the safest! This guy will have a hard time fitting in when he wears this outside. He could wear it when it’s raining, but can also go to a party sporting this. Where do we get one? Drop the website!
The cast of star trek then vs now
We must say, the casting directors did a great job at casting. Star Trek is an absolute classic loved by many. The original 1960s film left an indelible mark on the generation that grew up with it. The new cast played the original characters so well, it’s honestly hard to tell them apart.
the amount of sugar in popular yogurt and pasta sauce brands
People are always talking about how much sugar is added to the foods we buy at the store, and now we have a handy tool to help us differentiate when buying yogurt or pasta sauce. Both yogurt and pasta sauces are known to have a good deal of added sugar to sweeten them, but seeing them like this certainly puts things into perspective.
The pringles can logo changed for the first time in 20 years
The Pringle’s man has got a brand new look. If you ask us, we think he’s looking as wise as ever. The Pringles mascot may look different, but we don’t love him any less. Even though things may look different on the outside, the inside still contains the same delicious chips we can’t get enough of.
This fully grown Irish Wolfhound looks huge next to this car
Ok, we aren’t sure if this Irish Wolfhound is from another dimension or if this car is just absolutely tiny. Either way, these giant dogs can grow 32 inches tall. Wondering how much they weigh? We aren’t trying to scare you, but they are at least 120 pounds. Despite their size, they are loving companions.
This is what north America would look like if it was on Jupiter
This photo gives you an idea of how absolutely massive the planet Jupiter is. You may have to squint to see it, but there’s a small green speck representing the size of North America. Jupiter is so huge, you can probably wrap north America around it millions of millions of times.
“Apparently I met my doppelganger at the art museum today”
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Ok, this is a little freaky. This gallery visitor really looks like the girl in Bouguereau’s, ‘The Broken Pitcher.’ You go to the art museum hoping to appreciate some art and maybe even learn something new. But this girl learned that she has a twin trapped in this painting.
A mosquito before feeding vs after feeding
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For those of us who live in a mosquito climate, we know they love “eat”. Did you know that only females bite? But, they prefer certain types of people over others. This before and after image shows how quickly they can suck out human blood. Always keep some bug repellent on hand!
“KIM AND KANYE BEFORE AND AFTER HAVING KIDS”
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Well, this isn’t the real Kim and Kanye…shocker! But, it is a pretty cool Halloween costume. Although they aren’t together anymore, they were once a power couple, but no matter where they go or what they’re doing, they are still making headlines.