October is here, and Halloween is just around the corner! Besides all the candy and the partying, part of the fun-filled occasion is being able to dress up as someone else! Whether you want to dress up with your significant other or a friend, there are plenty of options as a pair. If you’re not looking to spend a load of money on costumes you’ll wear only once a year, there are plenty of ways to create your look, some even from your own closet! Here are a variety of inexpensive and creative costume ideas to consider. You’ll be sure to attract a lot of attention wherever you go!
The stars of MTV’s Jersey Shore are always a hot topic in the media. What’s a better way to stand out than to dress as well-known reality stars Snooki and The Situation? For girls, I would suggest teasing your hair using hairspray and a comb to create the infamous Snooki poof. Then dig through your closet for the most scandalous dress you own. Dress up your outfit with a pair of stilettos and simple accessories. In the latest episodes, Snooki has been seen with numerous hair bows and hats, so feel free to use those as well. For the guys, dressing as the Situation is easy: go shirtless and use plenty of hair gel. And don’t forget the shades! In the Jersey Shore, clothing is minimal. The two of you will be the hottest reality couple fist pumpin’ around!
There’s nothing cuter than matching outfits! For both genders, find a red and white striped top. The two of you can coordinate on the bottoms, although I would recommend jeans to keep it simple. Glasses are a necessary accessory! If you don’t wear glasses, the best alternative is to use the black-rimmed 3D glasses! You can acquire these at any movie theater. White or red-colored hats are also part of the outfit, which you can get at Target or Walmart if you don’t have any. An awesome perk to this couple costume: the two of you can hide in group photos and have people try to find you. Where’s Waldo and Wenda?
Selena and Justin may be teen celebrities, but they are popular in the tabloids for readers of all ages! The adorable couple always appear sophisticated and trendy on the Red Carpet. For girls, dig through your wardrobe for the classiest-looking dress you own, or even bring out your beautiful high school prom dress you thought you’d never wear again. Glam up your look with dazzling earrings, lipstick, and heels. There are a variety of hairstyles to choose from, as Selena is often photographed with her voluminous hair down in loose curls, or do a simple low loose bun. For the guys, a nice black dress shirt with a bow tie, black pants, and dress shoes are the perfect Bieber look. To look even more dashing, add a dinner jacket and sunglasses to your outfit. The two of you will feel like glamourous celebrities! #swag
After the long-awaited kiss between Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger in the final Harry Potter movie this summer, the two have been quite the buzz in the Harry Potter world. For both genders, I would suggest wearing white collared dress shirts and yellow-red striped ties, black pants, and long black robes. Long black coats would also work for this costume. To be more accurate, you can always buy Harry Potter merchandise as well. The most important prop to include is the wand! Numerous items can be used for this, such as any form of a long brown stick, or even a thin small tree branch. There are some alternatives for this couple costume, such as a yellow-red striped scarf, a skirt for Hermione, or any other Harry Potter related accessories. You’ll be looking very magical on this Halloween night! Mischief managed.
Classic Disney characters include Cinderella and Prince Charming or Beauty and the Beast, but everyone always overlooks the characters in Peter Pan! Peter Pan and his sidekick Tinkerbell are an awesome ensemble. For girls, any lime-green colored dress is ideal! Fairy wings are also part of the outfit, which can be found at any costume store or thrift store. I would suggest putting your hair up in a loose bun, and using light glitter all over your body. There are lotions that provide this type of shimmer! For the guys, any green top and green tights in similar shades will work for the Peter Pan outfit. Accessorize with a black belt around your waist, and look for the classic Peter Pan hat in a costume store. With this couple costume, Tinkerbell and Peter Pan will stand out from all other Disney costumes!
If you have any creative suggestions for couples costumes 2011, let me know! Have a Happy Halloween!
