Some Totally Awesome 80's Costume Ideas by Darla

Trends come and go and tend to be repeated. The trends of the '80s are back in full force. Nostalgia for this time period is ever increasing. So this Halloween have some fun with '80s costumes. You can honor your favorite '80s musicians such as A Flock of Seagulls, Michael Jackson, Duran Duran and U2 (some do not remember they were popular even then!) If you like to think of yourself as an original, you can always create your own '80s character.

Maybe you enjoyed The Cure or Robert Smith. Goth may be an option you would want to consider. Break out the white face makeup, heavy eyeliner, and black lipstick as you listen to "Just Like Heaven." Also, one of the most popular costumes that you may like to consider is a Michael Jackson costume. You can create a look from one of your favorite Michael Jackson videos.

If you were a Cyndi Lauper fan, you will have fun recreating her look. Make sure you get a number of necklaces, plenty of bangles and a lot of bright colors. Bring out your inner Cyndi with big hair and two-tone hair color. Add a vintage skirt to a strapless dress for a really authentic look.

Many girls will remember the spandex black miniskirts that were so popular. You can add a lacey satin, white top to recreate the bad girl image that was popular in high school. Also, do not forget the big hair and the banana hairclip along with the neon lipstick and green or blue eye shadow to make the look authentic. For the guys the '80 look is simple. Just make sure you have a bandana tied around your head, black boots and white t-shirt, and work jeans. For an added touch simply tuck a baseball cap in your back jeans pocket.

If you threw out your old '80s attire, no need to worry. You can find great '80s costumes online or in vintage shops. You will be able to find great Uptown Girl costumes in purple or fuchsia. If you like Madonna, you can enhance the look with awesome cross chain sets. The Maddona costume is an essential 80's look. You will even find great wigs, skirts and bustier tops to pull together a Cyndi Lauper look.

There are so many amazing '80s icons to choose from. You can find wild Tina Turner wigs and if you have great legs you can strut like the Diva herself. You and your friends can even recreate an '80s metal band look. You will find plenty of sleeveless shirts, spandex leggings and leather pants. If you are really daring, you can even find many items to recreate a Boy George look. You have so many choices to create a fun ' 80s costume for any costume party and Halloween.

I love costumes and the eighties. 80's costumes are my favorite.

The Night of the Howling Horrors by Betty Locke

Halloween is almost here and once again on the night when the grisly ghouls are abroad, at around twilight, small people will be at our door steps peering at us out of slits in ghastly masks and proffering hopeful begging bags and baskets.

"Trick or Treat!" they shout in menacing tones.

We affect an attitude of abject fear and toss some sickly sweet treats on top of the accumulating nauseating candy piles.

The little goblins and ghosts squeal with laughter at having intimidated us into a donation and having fooled us into not having the least suspicion as to their identity, even if we recognize their voices and they live next door.

Eventually, after repeating the scene over and over they go home with loads and loads of tasty but evil tooth destroying, unhealthful refined sugar.

In many cases much of the booty goes uneaten. Parents have been known to throw some of it out. After all, how much confection can a little stomach take?

Halloween is supposed to be fun and we go along with the charade but what a shame to spoil the annual joyful lark by lacing the merriment with poisons.

Apples and other fruit are good alternatives to candy but not in huge quantities so we can't have everyone tossing in apples. Besides that would tend to make the bags very heavy. Also I am sure some would rot before it could be eaten.

WELL SO WHAT? THEY ARE NOT MY KIDS!

In two or three hours, the yearly circus will be all over for another eleven months.

So why should I care if their health and pretty smiles are compromised? I won't be paying their dental bills!

Is it my fault if they develop diabetes at some future date? Of course not! WHY IN THE WORLD SHOULD I CARE?

So who am I kidding? The undeniable indisputable fact is that I DO care!

So because I have concerns about what goes into the bags of other people's kids I admit that for the last few years I have not pitched in a scrap of candy.

Instead I buy cheap toys such as party favors at the dollar store or wherever I can find them. Actually I keep an eye out and collect them all year. A cheap plastic car or ship or plane will at least provide fun for an hour or so before being discarded and will not damage young bodies or generate hyper activity.

A few crayons or a fancy pencil with a feather on the end might cater to the inner artist residing in every child.

A rubber ball, a whistle, a puzzle or a game will provide amusement without causing cavities.

Dangling Bracelets, necklaces or bejeweled plastic tiaras might stoke the imaginations of potential young performers.

At this point I should make it clear that I am not a hundred percent averse to candy. I have been known to enjoy chocolate occasionally. But l think we do kids no favors by shoveling truckloads of sugar down their throats.

Children come already packaged naturally sweet!


Betty Locke writes stories for children.For their entertainment this Halloween visit http://betty-locke.com for a free copy of Campfire Tales

Funny And Creative Holloween Custumes For Couples by Harland Spikes

It has been common for couples to dress up as Dracula and his victim. The concept has become very boring. Halloween is a time for surprises and excitement. There is then a need to explore on more ideas on what to choose for Halloween parties. Without you knowing it, there are many options available. This article contains some suggestions regarding on what to portray during Halloween. Hopefully, you can get some fresh ideas to choose from.

These concepts are very easy to make but will surely gain the attention of your family and friends.

1. Bride and Groom - What makes this costume different is by switching roles. The woman would be the one to dress as the groom by wearing tuxedo or a suit. On the other hand, the man will be the bride. He will wear the gown and the heels. There are shops that would let you rent these costumes or may you purchase them at a very low price. You could also play with the colors. The bride does not have to wear white. He can choose bright colors such as red or blue.

2. A Tramp and A Lady - You could also put a twist here. Let the man dress up as the woman again and vice versa. Reversal of roles is very funny and exciting. Your audience will surely be fascinated. It is suggested that the man would show off a lot of baubles and flaunt his killer heels. For the part of the tramp, trousers of bigger side are the most suitable for the costume. Instead of using a belt for holding, use a string.

3. Deceased Husband and Widowed Wife - This one is much easy to achieve. The man only needs to wear something dark preferably black and put a lot of white face paint for him to appear dead. While the wife, she would just have to wear a mourning dress. Make the color black and let her wear a veil in order to conceal her face. It would be good if she would also bring a tissue and let her look as if she is always crying.

4. The Movie Star and Photographer - This concept would entail lesser effort. You could choose who among you will dress as a star. You can simply do that by wearing something outrageous and glamorous coupled with a pair of shades. Perform as if you are really a movie star and retain your popularity among your peers.

The costume of the photographer would be the cameras. He or she could just wear anything plain and simple. But what makes the costume astonishing is the number of cameras. Let it hang around the neck or make it appear that you hind them in your pockets. The photographer also moves from one corner to another, taking pictures not only of the star but for all the people around the party. You could take stolen shots to surprise them.

What is being provided above are just some of the many ideas that you get online. These concepts would surely be a hit and you will gain all the necessary attention you want.

Harland Spikes is a freelance writer and owner of a site that sells sportcraft air hockey table and where you can find great table top air hockey tables.