Import Costumes

Everyone loves Halloween. Dressing up in costume can be fun at any time of year. Here are some ideas for costume parties year-round.
A costume wedding reception can make a special occasion memorable for everyone. Consider having a standard wedding ceremony with a costume reception. Provide an assortment of wigs, masks and basic costumes for those [...]

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One of the best parts of Halloween costumes is to reuse the parts into a whole new costume the following year. Here are some ideas to get started.
A “Men-in-Black” suit and shades can be used for a Secret Service agent, James Bond or the political figure of the day.
Combine the hat and boots from a [...]

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The secret to Halloween costume success is in the details. Accessories can make or break a costume. Here are some tips.
First of all, plan the costume carefully before purchasing anything. If the costume is only going to be worn during trick-or-treat, any props should be lightweight and inexpensive. Don’t get the most expensive light saber [...]

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Halloween is great fun – even more so when it’s a group endeavor. Here are some possibilities for group costumes.
One easy group costume idea is the secret service. Select one person to be the president or some other VIP, and then dress the rest in matching suits and shades. Follow the VIP everywhere. When nature [...]

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Everyone loves a Halloween party. It’s even more fun if there is a theme. Here are ten party themes to consider
1. Television shows. Either have a generic television show theme or make it decade or genre specific, such as ’80s television shows or sit-coms. Have trivia contests about shows that fit the category. Or, use [...]

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Some people hesitate to buy a full Halloween costume because of cost. It may seem extravagant to spend a lot of money for something that is worn one night. Relax. Here are some ideas for reusing a costume the rest of the year.
First of all, always buy a costume with a view toward using the [...]

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Hosting a Halloween or costume party is fun. If guests have gone to the trouble of getting great costumes, a good host needs to come up with some great party games. Here are some ideas to get the creative juices flowing.
A ghoulish grab bag is always fun. Fill a box with cooked spaghetti and gummy [...]

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Kids love Halloween. Here are the hottest children’s Halloween costumes
For girls, Hannah Montana rules. Little teeny boppers love to dress like a pop star, with all the bling that goes with it. The best part is that this is a comfortable costume that can be worn almost anywhere, anytime.
Little girls will always love being a [...]

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In recent years, there has been some debate as to whether Christians can observe Halloween. While the debate continues, here are some easy ways to have a costume party but still remain true to one’s faith.
Many groups have switched from scary Halloween events to harvest festivals. Dress up as favorite animals or foods. A scarecrow [...]

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Choosing a Halloween costume is a fun but tricky business. Here are some tips to help pick the best costume
First of all, where will the costume be worn? Is it strictly for two hours of trick-or-treating? Or is there one or more costume parties planned? A pre-school teacher would be wise to invest in a [...]

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