Whether adults are dressing up to take their kids trick or treating or headed to a costume party of their own, creative Halloween costumes for adults have become a popular part of the Halloween festivities in recent years. Unlike the usual witch, monster or French maid costumes seen in many Halloween stores, these creative Halloween costumes for adults will stand out from the crowd.
Costumes for Couples
Trophy Wife and Millionaire Husband. One fun idea for a Halloween costume for adults is a trophy wife costume. The store-bought version features a gold dress and a trophy base that reads, "Trophy Wife." It's sure to give friends a chuckle, especially when made into a couple's costume. If you want to make the costume yourself, pick up a prom dress and an old bowling trophy from a thrift store.
While the Mrs. wears the trophy wife component, the man should wear a suit or tuxedo. Finish off the costume by stuffing gaudy costume jewelry and pretend money in his pockets, and have him hand her some cash here and there throughout the evening.
Sick and Tired. Short on time to put together a Halloween costume? Had a long day (again)? The "sick and tired" idea is another one sure to bring a smile to faces around the Halloween party. Both partners dress in pajamas, one carrying a pillow and a blanket (tired), the other carrying a box of tissues and some cold medicine. This couple's Halloween costume is easy to put together, but it's cute and hasn't been overdone.
Play on Words. Along the lines of the "Sick and Tired" theme, some of the most creative Halloween costumes for couples bring a smile to the face with a play on words. Try a baker and a bun in the oven or a frog and a princess. You can even try inanimate objects that go together, like peanut butter and jelly. People won't necessarily get the joke unless they see both parties together, but it's sure to give everyone a laugh when they realize what's going on.
Costumes for Groups
Matching Animals. Some of the cutest Halloween costumes for children are animals; baby pigs, sheep, bumblebees and cows are seen all over the Web and in stores. Instead of dressing the little one up and choosing something unique for mom and dad, get matching parent and child Halloween costumes. You can find many adult animal costumes, including cows, bumblebees, cats and lions, and then you can take the cubs trick-or-treating in style. Maybe you'll get a little candy yourself.
Legendary Posses. The larger the group, the more fun you can have. You could throw on some black and yellow paint and go as a swarm of bees. A group of guys could don their swankiest suits, break out the martini glasses and go as the Rat Pack. Classic TV fans might want to recreate the casts of Gilligan's Island or Seinfeld. Or, a large family could play up the size of their brood by going as the Brady Bunch. Even if you don't have the right costume material on hand, it's all about the acting.
Costumes for Men or Women
Birthday Presents and Party Favors. If you have some time on your hands and a creative imagination, you might want to make your own adult Halloween costume. Take a large box, cut out armholes and a space in the top for the head, and then wrap the box in wrapping paper. Add curly ribbons to hair and voila-you are a birthday present. Or, go as a party favor, like a bag of jelly beans (plastic bag filled with balloons) or a candy bar (rectangular box, painted in the style of a candy bar). These creative costumes can't be thrown together at the last minute, but they're sure to stand out from the crowd at an adult costume party or when taking the kids trick or treating this Halloween.
Religious Themes. Halloween often sparks a religious spirit, and it's common to see nuns, priests, angels and wisemen. Someone dressing up as a priest could also take a mini-confessional with them to a Halloween party; just decorate a large box with a door and window, and place a stool inside. Sit next to the confessional at a party. The extra touch really makes the costume stand out without breaking the bank or wasting hours putting it together. Wisemen who come with sacks filled with tiny presents, nuns who arrive with microphones (think "Sister Act") and angels who show up with horns are all going to get a little more attention. Just know your crowd fairly well before you take this route.
Set a goal for yourself, and do your best to avoid the store-bought costumes, or, if you do take the store-bought route, add some of your own touches. That way, your creative costumes are sure to be unrivaled among trick-or-treating parents and adult Halloween party guests this year.
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