#Halloween Costumes for Adult Couples #BBNshops

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Here is what Wikipedia offers regarding Costumes and Halloween:

“Halloween costumes are traditionally modeled after supernatural figures such as vampires, monsters, ghosts, skeletons, witches, and devils. Over time, in the United States the costume selection extended to include popular characters from fiction, celebrities, and generic archetypes such as ninjas and princesses.[71]

Dressing up in costumes and going “guising” was prevalent in Ireland and Scotland at Halloween by the late 19th century.[106] Costuming became popular for Halloween parties in the US in the early 20th century, as often for adults as for children. The first mass-produced Halloween costumes appeared in stores in the 1930s when trick-or-treating was becoming popular in the United States.

Rev. Dr. Eddie J. Smith, in his book Halloween, Hallowed Be Thy Name, offers a religious perspective to the wearing of costumes on All Hallows’ Eve, suggesting that by dressing up as creatures “who at one time caused us to fear and tremble”, people are able to poke fun at Satan “whose kingdom has been plundered by our Saviour.” Images of skeletons and the dead are traditional decorations used as memento mori.[139][140]”

All that being said: Are you ready for Halloween? Yes. You. Not the kids. You.

Your check list might include:

  • Treats for the kids
  • Treats for the adults (you)
  • Decorations for the house
  • Camera for all those greats photo ops
  • Costume for yourself

Costume for yourself? Have you thought about what you are going to wear when those trick or treaters come knocking at your door? When you hand out the treats will your costume help set the scene?

If you do not have a costume ready, then pay attention. I have some great costume ideas for you. Who says only kids should dress up and have fun on Halloween?

Have a look at these costumes and then find their links below.

 

  1. 1920’S Gangster Couple – You’re good and proper all year. Halloween definitely gives you permission to channel Bonnie & Clyde. Even if just in the fashion sense. Buy these costumes at SpiritHalloween.com: Hers and His.
  2. 1960’s Hippie Couple – On Halloween, remind everyone of all the great things that the Hippie generation created: the culture, the fashions, the music, the arts, the… ooops. Buy these Peace & Love costumers online at SpiritHalloween.com: Hers and His.
  3. Chip & Dale Onesie Costumes – The most adorable chipmunks around. An excuse to be goofy, funny and very comfortable in these Kigurumi onesies. Buy these online at Shop-Kigurumi.com: Chip and Dale.
  4. Olive Oyl & Popeye – A complicated love affair that’s been going on forever. Buy Olive’s & Popeye’s costumes online at Kohls.com: Olive Oyl and Popeye.
  5. Red Riding Hood & Big Bad Wolf – How will your classic fairytale be played out on Halloween? Buy these costumes online at Kohls.com: Red Riding Hood and Granny Wolf.
  6. Bacon & Eggs Couple – Time to play the “Goes together like…” parlor game. Pick Eggs & Bacon since bacon is having quite a moment.Get the Bacon & Eggs couple’s costume set a Kohls.com.
  7. Day-of-the-Dead Bride & Groom – A much better alternative to the tired zombie bride and groom. And you won’t have to move in chopped zombie movements all night. Get these costumes online at SpiritHalloween.com: Day-of-the-Dead bride and Day-of-the-Dead groom.
  8. Day-of-the-Dead Face Tattoos – Don’t want to spend hours creating that fab Day-of-the-Dead look with makeup? Try these: Day-of-the-Dead face temporary tattoos. Find them online at SpiritHalloween.com: The multi-colored face tattoo or the black & white face tattoo (for him).

Now go have some fun!

Until next time…

Geek Grandma

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  1. jacquiegum says:

    I haven'had a trick or treater in years! In my neighborhood in Florida they banned it and folks had house parties for their kids instead. Now in SC, I am in a condo building for adults only πŸ™ I miss seeing the kids all dressed up. They were fun!

    • Cheryl says:

      Sounds like some good reasons for creating some of your own fun. πŸ™‚

  2. Susan Cooper says:

    Well since my husband and I both love to cook, I think the bacon and eggs costumes would be appropriate for us. Plus it’s super cute!

    • Cheryl says:

      Send photos please! πŸ™‚

  3. I'm a real party pooper when it comes to Halloween & while we always have candy for the kids who come by, I never get dressed up. Just wasn't a thing where I grew up, so never got in the habit.

    • Cheryl says:

      I guess that means you will be dressing up as yourself. πŸ™‚ Nothing wrong with that.

  4. JeriWB says:

    I like the idea of the Day of the Dead tattoo just because… I don't mind going out for dinner on Halloween, but have never been much for noisy parties. That being said, the dirndl and lederhosen we picked up last month for Oktoberfest will now serve as our Halloween costumes for all of eternity πŸ˜‰

    • Cheryl says:

      And you just happen to look great in them as well! πŸ™‚ Tattoo? As long as it's temporary. LOL

  5. patweber says:

    About 3 years ago my husband and I wore that couples bacon and egg costume!! Truly, I loath Halloween. I didn't particularly care for it as a kid, cared even less for the costume parties as an adult. I'm so excited this year because … we'll be out of town! Hooray.

    • Cheryl says:

      Truth be told I am not into Halloween parties. Too noisy… I don't mind wearing a scary t-shirt though. Makes people wonder you know. LOL

  6. Arleen says:

    Since my birthday is on Halloween and I had to stay at home to hand out candy, I have decided this year I am celebrating my birthday. I do love the time of year. I am passing your post to my son-in-law as he likes to get dressed up to hand out candy. He can be the bacon and maybe my grandson can go as the egg.

    • Cheryl says:

      I can't imagine having to give out candy to other kids on your birthday. What a bummer… I wish you a wonderful birthday this year! πŸ™‚