Posts by Mat Oliver

Mat Oliver

Mat Oliver is a Content Writer and Geeky Consult at HalloweenCostumes.com. He uses his MFA and nerd expertise to inspire fellow geeks everywhere to choose their wand, save the Crystals, or claim the Triforce. (Whatever it takes to make the most of their next adventure!)

As a life-long D&D geek, his favorite costumes include mischievous monsters and wise wizards alike. (You could say he practically lives in the Renaissance category!) He also hangs out @matwriteswords on Twitter when we let him out of the dungeon.

Costume Ideas for LGBTQ+ Couples [Costume Guide]

by |May 28, 2024

Costume Ideas for LGBTQ+ Couples

Couples' costumes are always in style. That means there are amazing options ideal for the LGBTQ+ community. You could go with traditionally straight couples' picks, but we're here to share some of our favorite favorite queer couples' costumes, from the obvious to the astonishing. Whether you want to recreate an iconic look or go an unexpected way with your LGBTQ+ costume ideas, that's up to you! These costumes are obviously great for Halloween, but we could see some at comic conventions or even Pride. Follow along for the best LGBTQ+ couples costume ideas for Halloween and beyond!

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Pride Outfits and Party Ideas for an Out and Proud Celebration [Costume Guide]

by |May 9, 2024

Pride Outfits and Party Ideas for an Out and Proud Celebration

Not only is June a month full of rain and sunshine, but it's also the month of PRIDE! Full of parades, picnics, parties, concerts, and rainbows, Pride month is a time for the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to come together and celebrate. Now we all know that most major cities have an all-out bash, but what if you want to keep the party going? Whether you're looking for food and drink ideas, party activities, or décor, you've come to the right place for Pride costumes and accessories. Keep scrolling for fun and colorful ways to celebrate locally or bring the party back home.

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Beyoncé Silver Outfit Ideas: Slay Like Bey

by |August 30, 2023
Categories: Music

Beyoncé Silver Outfit Ideas

Beyoncé has taken the world by storm with her Renaissance World Tour. If you are a true member of the Beyhive, you've been following along with her iconic outfits and stage setups. At every concert throughout her tour, Beyoncé has wowed her fans with dazzling ensembles that shimmer under the stage lights. You may have noticed that her outfits typically tend to be silver or have some kind of sparkly component—and trust us, that is no coincidence. Queen Bey took to Instagram to express, "My birthday wish is to celebrate with you wearing your most fabulous silver fashions to the shows 8.23 – 9.22!" With that in mind, we've put together some silver outfit ideas for you!

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Adaptive Costumes to Make Halloween Accessible for Everyone [Costume Guide]

by |August 20, 2021

Adaptive Costumes to Make Halloween Accessible for Everyone

Costumes are incredibly fun for everyone. But they aren't always that easy to put on or take off, and sometimes they don't feel that comfy. Our goal is to make sure that everyone has as much fun as possible whenever they dress up in our costumes. Whether you're heading out for a night of trick-or-treating at Halloween, enjoying a movie marathon in cosplay costumes, or having a superhero dress-up day at school, everyone should be able to take part! That's why we're happy to offer several styles of wheelchair costumes and adaptive costumes, so all those events are inclusive. Scroll through to see some examples of adaptive Halloween costumes for purchase and to learn how they work!

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Picture Perfect Dog Costumes to Treat Your Furry Friends [Costume Guide]

Picture Perfect Dog Costumes to Treat Your Furry Friends

For many people, Halloween is a family affair. And dogs are generally considered to be part of the family! Putting your dog or cat in a costume used to be considered ridiculous, but the Internet has changed everything! Now folks from all over the world can't wait to embrace dogs in costumes. (It's hard to deny that dogs in costumes are really cute.) Whether you want to get a dog costume for Halloween or another annual event, there are so many choices and styles to consider. Do you want a cosplay dog costume? What about a silly dog costume? Keep reading to find the best dog costume for your furry friend!

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DIY White Suit Costumes for Fine Folks

by |August 28, 2020

DIY White Suit Costumes for Fine Folks

There is something iconic and snazzy about a tux, we can all agree. But when they flip the script from black to white, things can take on an even more dramatic turn! From grooms to gangsters, superheroes and mega villains, and even the regular Joe Shmoe who wants to saunter down the street with some serious swagger, a white suit does wonders! So naturally, we all want one. The real question is how you can use the prestige of a white suit to transform into one of your favorite characters from film, TV, or video game fame. Well, it turns out that if you accessorize in just the right way, you can evolve your stunning style into an immediately recognized character costume! Don't believe us? Well, let's give you a tour of some of our favorite characters who have mastered their sartorial splendor and show you how you can suit up for Halloween!

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