The right costume for you or your child can make all the difference for a fun Halloween. Adults seem to go more for horror themed costumes while kids seem to go for super heroes or the popular TV cartoon of the day. Check out Halloween Online's Make-up and Costume section for ideas.
Letting your child pick out his or her own costume, within reason, will give them a sense of responsibility and make them feel good that they could pick out their own costume.
One problem today for little girls, and boys as well, is that good role models are few and far between. If your little girl wants to dress up like a certain rehab bound starlet or heiress, steer them to a more positive role model like a nurse, teacher or President. A princess or fairy are always good fantasy choices as well. If your little boy wants to be like the latest drug addicted rap star or athlete, point them towards something like a fireman, doctor, or military person. They could also go for the latest cartoon of their choice.
Whether store bought or home made, Halloween costumes should be fun and scary yet safe. Below are some ideas to hazard-proof your Halloween fun. Costumes should be scary to those who see them, not those who wear them! Here are some easy tips to make your Halloween a safe and happy one!
Kids Costume Tips
Costumes should be made of flame retardant material. If they are home made, make sure and use either a fire retardant spray or fabric that has been treated with fire retardant.
Make sure to work into your child's costume reflector strips, a flash light or light stick to make them more visible at night. This will assure that they are seen by drivers and that you can keep an eye on them as well if they get ahead of you while trick or treating.
Do not include high heel shoes or long dangling pieces of costume that your child could trip over. A scraped knee or bloody nose can really ruin their fun.
If they are carrying a prop such as a scythe or sword, make sure they are made out of a flexible plastic that will bend if fallen on. Most of the props available today are made of flexible plastic.
If your child is wearing a mask, make sure that the eye holes are big enough to see not only in front but peripherally as well. You may have to cut them open further yourself. If so, use some black or gray grease paint around the eye socket to cover skin.
If you and your child are going out with a group, make their costume a unique one so you can spot them easily in a crowded area. Use flashing lights or jewelry to make them stand out.
If you have more than one child, save costumes from year to year to pass down or to exchange with friends. You can add extra accessories or dress them up a little to make them different from year to year.
Adult Costume Tips
If you plan on doing any trick-or-treating with a group, and yes, some adults still do go out trick-or-treating, make sure that your group isn't too big and that you all have some type of reflective or flashing item on your person so cars can see if.
If you are wearing a mask, make sure that it is comfortable, has adequate eye holes and proper ventilation. If you have to cut the eye holes bigger, just use matching grease paint around your eyes to fill in where you have removed mask.
Women, if you are wearing something "low cut and sexy", as Elvira would say, make sure that you can easily get in and out of the costume for bathroom purposes. Nothing will ruin your fun at a night club or party faster than not being able to make it to the bathroom in time.
Picking your costume should be a fun and exciting time for you and your child. Just take your time, try it on in the store if possible and make sure that it's something that you really like!
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