Halloween Costume Ideas

It's getting to be that time again! Halloween! And now the pressure is on for the perfect costume. Luckily, I'm a professional and I can help. So whether you're looking for something unique, classic or the requisite slutty, I've got ideas for you.

Marilyn Monroe:

I'm including this one because 1) you always need some classic, pretty lady options and 2) I've actually used this costume on stage before and really liked the way it fit and the way it moved and sparkled. The fabric is slightly higher quality than you'd expect from these types of costumes, the cut is actually really nice and would be perfect for someone with hips. It also has a gorgeous fishtail inset in the back, making your backside look awesome. My only critique is that the lining (yay linings) only comes to the knee so if you're under bright lighting it looks a little odd. There's also plenty of length in case you're a tall drink of water.


Country Girl Goul:

I very much love this look because it's such an unexpected twist on the zombie/living dead/ghost category. The only thing that's actually creepy about her is her skin and hair. The rest of it is quite sweet and charming, bright and happy, which is why it's effective. You can thrift the dress and hat, hit the costume store for the gloves and super long creepy wig and aside from that it's just about a nice even wash of pale makeup on ALL exposed skin (yes, arms and lips too). Ring your eyes in a brown or shadowy color and you're good to go.


Break-Thru Baby:

Words cannot express how much I love this woman's sense of humor, as well as the execution of design. If you are pregnant, you have an opportunity that the rest of us do not to make your costume that much cooler so do not waste this glowing/revolting time in your life. Again, truck on down to your friendly neighborhood Halloween store, pick up a bag of those severed limbs, a bottle of spirit gum adhesive and some fake blood.

Tons more ideas after the break...