Import Costumes

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 parts for other costumes in the future. A Star Wars clone trooper costume can always be reused as a super hero costume by changing the helmet. Princess Leia’s white dress can be used as a generic queen’s dress while her distinctive “cinnamon roll” wig can be used in a Heidi costume.

A Halloween costume can be a fun way to recognize someone’s birthday. Show up at the workplace dressed as the honoree’s favorite character or even as a clown. A costume can also be used in company promotions. Have a costumed employee wave potential customers into the business.

Using a Halloween costume can be used for a unique proposal. Imagine popping the question while dressed as “Bond – James Bond” or as the Phantom of the Opera. Or, get a friend to wear the costume as part of the presentation.

Of course, all children love to play dress up and would have a great time wearing an adult-sized costume.

A Halloween costume can become the basis of a volunteer opportunity. Check with local hospitals to see if they would welcome a costumed volunteer to greet patients, especially children, either in their rooms or in the waiting room. The idea may also be welcome at soup kitchens.

See? Costumes don’t have to sit in a drawer. Find ways to use costumes the rest of the year.