Where do you start when trying to come up with your Halloween costume? A quick dictionary or digital encyclopedia search will tell you to start with the letter "A". What a novel idea! Going from A to Z is certainly one method of ideating, so follow along as we share our favorite costume ideas, starting with the letter "A". We have an entire alphabet of costume ideas, but you might not need the other letters if you find your perfect Halloween costume here!
...
Continue Reading...
We understand that not every couple wants to be normal. If Fred and Wilma costumes or Popeye and Olive Oyl costumes are too mainstream, we'll share some of our favorite unique couples' costume ideas. (Or, if you're okay with regular couples' costumes, check out our less wacky couples' costume guide.) When we say unique, we discuss some wacky, unhinged couples' costumes. Follow along for silly pop culture pairings, funny food combinations, and other quirky Halloween costumes that will have fellow partygoers howling with laughter!
...
Continue Reading...
Do you ever find yourself shopping for costumes and everything is in "standard" sizes? Or there are only "one size fits all" plus sizes? Like absolutely nothing fits? Don't worry, because we've got your back! There are plenty of plus-size Halloween costumes from 1x up to 8x—you just need to know where to look! Trust me, from one plus-sized person to another, there's a plus size costume for everyone and they're super easy to order online. So let's get out there and have fun at your next Halloween party or costume event!
...
Continue Reading...
If you're a mom or a dad at your wit's end thinking about how hard it is to make your tween happy, remember what it was like to BE a tween. It really isn't the most fun. You're starting to come into your own and develop your more mature personality, but you're still young enough that much of your life and surroundings aren't in your control. Being patient, listening, and having a thick skin are some key pieces of advice for those who go shopping with their tween. And don't forget: for a pre-teenager, appearance is just as important on Halloween as any other day. You have to let them choose what they want the most, but they can't forget that it should be mostly ok with mom and dad. Still not sure how to go about this? Here's our guide for Halloween shopping for a tween.
...
Continue Reading...
Have you ever wondered which Halloween costume represents your home state? While there are likely multiple good answers, we will list a single favorite Halloween costume state by state. Will Wisconsin be beer or cheese? Do you think Florida is an alligator or a snowbird? See what our Halloween costume experts think! We're not out to hurt your feelings, but we'd love to hear your thoughts. Keep reading to see the 50 states of America represented by Halloween costumes!
...
Continue Reading...
Have you ever wanted to dress in a Halloween character costume that looked like you? This can be a great option if you're not fond of fussing with wigs. But how many female characters have short hair? We're not talking about characters that look like they have short hair because it's in a bun or a tight updo, but characters with hair that is barely shoulder-length or shorter. (We're also avoiding gender-bent male characters for this one.) Keep reading for a list of short-haired female characters who would make excellent Halloween costumes!
...
Continue Reading...
