Halloween Costumes

"Shrek" the ogre was introduced in 2001 and won hearts with his Scottish brogue and sarcastic wit. If you have a Shrek fan in your household, you may have Shrek costumes in mind for Halloween....

A homemade costume ensures that you won't run into other trick-or-treaters who have the exact same outfit. You can make a wide variety of fun and funny children's Halloween costumes with basic...

The Joker may easily be considered one of the most terrifying villains in superhero history. Appearing as Batman's nemesis in comics, games, movies and television shows, Joker has terrorized the...

Anyone who follows the entertainment industry heard about Heath Ledger's critically acclaimed final performance in "The Dark Knight" before the movie was even released in theaters. His haunting...

If you have a little Popeye fan in your household, keep him strong to the finish in a homemade Popeye Halloween costume. A Popeye costume involves basic wardrobe pieces with a little...

Sometimes less is more with costumes. Be it a costume party, Halloween, or other event, sometimes a simple and easy-to-put-together costume is the best way to go. Beekeeper costumes are a great...

The Wizard of Oz Lollipop Kid costume is one of the easiest costumes to make at home. The variations of the costume leave you plenty of materials to work with, which you already may have around...

Medieval kings are a perennially popular subject for Halloween costumes. They are also widely used in theatrical productions. It takes more than simply wearing a crown to make someone look like...

Daughter of the infamous King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Queen Elizabeth I was an incredibly influential woman in regards to religion, politics, women's rights, and even fashion. One of the best...

Since guinea pigs are primarily all one color, typically brown or tan, replicating the animal as a costume can be easily done using clothes likely found in your own closet. Purchases to construct...

You'll enjoy your Halloween costume more if you make it yourself, and you'll be less likely to run into people with the exact same costume. A unique homemade costume demonstrates your creativity...

A Roman soldier costume can work for many occasions such as Halloween, fantasy conventions or school history projects. It may seem difficult and time consuming to make a Roman soldier costume for...

If you have a new little bundle of joy this Halloween, save a few dollars and make him a costume at home. A pumpkin costume is a good choice for a boy or a girl. All of the items needed for this...

Simplicity and creativity are key when making an adorable shark costume for your child. Many of the items you'll need can be taken from your child's own closet, and the rest can be purchased at...

Cabbage Patch Kids, a hugely popular doll fad in the 1980s, remain popular today. Cabbage Patch Kids, with their soft bodies, animated facial features and huge dimples, are still a fun costume...

Learning how to properly paint clown faces is an important part of the process of dressing up as a clown. Making clowns faces is an art form. It takes time and practice to master this skill. If...

Whether it's Halloween or you're going to a costume ball at some other time of year, you want your outfit to be memorable. Perhaps the easiest way to make an impression is with an outrageous...

Costumes for pets should always be on the simple side and without detachable pieces that could fall, or be chewed off, because they could create a health hazard for your beloved pet. Hat pieces...

In college, you might find yourself booked for more than one Halloween party in the same weekend. If you don't want to wear the same costume more than once, then it's essential that you have easy...

Halloween provides an opportunity for costume parties and trick-or-treating. People are free to be themselves or another character. When going to a party or trick-or-treating with a friend or as a...

Both handmade and store-bought costumes have their advantages. Ultimately, the amount of time, money and creativity you have can determine which is right for you.

A medieval knight costume can be easily assembled with items found in your closet and a few accessories from the local thrift or discount store. The attention to detail will make the difference in...

An award-winning costume is one that is creative, unique, detailed and executed well. There are not tried and true guidelines for what types of costume will win a prize, the key is how well you...

The classic "Scream" costume, with the black clad villain in the grotesque white, mask may be horrifying and terrifying to look at, but not to make. The simplicity of the costume works well to...

Not only are homemade costumes often more creative and fun, they are also typically inexpensive, which can be a necessity for college guys. This is one environment where looking like you just had...

Pirates have become very popular over the last few years, especially after Johnny Depp's portrayal of Capt. Jack Sparrow in Disney's "Pirates of the Caribbean" trilogy. Make your pirate costume...

If you were like many little girls, you played with Barbie dolls at some point. This year, if you are considering being Barbie for Halloween there is are easy ways you can create your own costume....

Zombies, ghosts and the undead are popular Halloween costume themes. One of the most popular traditional zombie costumes is the dead cheerleader outfit. With some basic sewing skills, you can make...

Whenever we think of sharks, one of the first things that might spring to mind is the most iconic feature of this carnivorous fish; the dorsal fin. As such, any good shark costume will be...

After you've assembled the suit, ears and tail for your black cat costume, it's time to put the finishing touches on your costume using face makeup. There are many ways to suggest a cat using...

Cat costumes for Halloween never go out of style. Even the best furry cat costume, however, loses luster without the makeup to match. Girls, big and small, can create a variety of cat looks,...

The 1950s often invokes thoughts of specific characters, styles and fashions from the era. The Fonz of the hit show "Happy Days" along with John Travolta's and Olivia Newton John's characters in...

Whether you need a medieval costume for Halloween, a costume party or the local Renaissance Fair, it can be beautiful, but expensive. Thankfully, though fashion has changed a lot since the...

The imperial stormtrooper costume from the movie "Star Wars" can be made with materials that are easily acquired along with things you may already have around the house. It is not a hard costume...

The little match girl is a character from the Hans Christian Andersen story of the same name. In the story, she brings delight to all who see her, whether during the Christmas season or any time...

When thinking of a gypsy costume, people immediately think of skirts, head wraps, big jewelry and, of course, puffy sleeves. Creating the puffy sleeves needed for a gypsy costume varies from...

Halloween costumes can be expensive to buy. Making your own can be time consuming and difficult, and can sometimes be expensive as well. However, there are ways to get around the difficulty and...

Whether for Halloween parties or celebrating movie premieres, wearing magical costumes is a special event. There are some unique costumes at professional shops that can run hundreds of dollars....

When assembling an outfit to emulate 1950s clothing, you can use items already in your closet, or take a trip to the local thrift store and see what you can find. Once you have a better idea of...

In order to build the beloved villian Jango Fett costume as close to the real Star Wars character as possible, research the character thoroughly through the Star Wars movies, action figures and...

A sheik costume is comfortable, easy to throw together and fun to wear - the ideal attire for a costume party. It is loose fitting and can be almost wholly assembled from items found in your...