Choosing the Perfect Halloween Costumes
Halloween costumes are all part of the fun; it's the one-day of the year that you get to let down your hair and reveal your secret fantasies. Whether that's parading around in a Superman costume or vamping it up as a sexy nurse; Halloween lets you be the wild child that you secretly are.
This is more or less what children love about Halloween too. They get to be a superhero that saves the day or pretty princesses all dolled up. Halloween costumes don't have to be scary; in fact many are not scary at all. However, choosing a costume can be difficult with all the choices we have today.
Adult Costumes
Adult Halloween costumes tend to be a little on the risqué side with plenty of low cut and mini costumes out there for the ladies. If you are attending a party with close friends then let loose and wear whatever you want.
Remember that if it's an office party you might want to think twice about what costume you are wearing. If you are working in a conservative company then steer away from sexy costumes. You still want to be taken seriously when that party's over.
Children's Costumes
When choosing children's Halloween costumes there are plenty of things to think about. The first is what is the weather going to be like on Halloween? If you live somewhere cold then warm costumes are a must. If your child is prone to tripping and falling then avoid costumes that constrict movement or vision.
Budget is also another consideration when choosing a child's Halloween costume. You might feel some competition with other parents to have your child outfitted in the best Halloween costumes, but don't cave to the pressure. Remember that this costume is only going to be worn once, twice at most. You don't want to spend a fortune on it.
You may have the perfect idea for your children's Halloween costumes but let them have a say in it too. Halloween is no fun for your child if they didn't get to pick the outfit that he wanted. Set some guidelines if there are some costumes that you absolutely want to avoid. Tell your child well in advance and give clear reasons why.
Try on Halloween costumes a few days before so you can make a last minute run for accessories and makeup if need be. Test out makeup a few days before and take pictures so you have a reference on the day itself. It will make things less hectic for you.
