HALLOWEEN GUIDE
Need ideas for costumes, recipes or decorations? For kids, adults and all ghosts and goblins in between, here's how to plan a fun Halloween.
Section Highlights
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Adult Dress-up: Fairytale Costumes for Women
By Pam Gaulin -
Free Downloadable Halloween Music
By Sierra Koester -
TV Schedule: Scariest Movie Marathons in 2009
By Sam Chaucer -
Creative Maternity Halloween Costumes
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How to Avoid Food Allergies at Halloween
By S. H. Wallick -
Fun Skeleton Halloween Crafts for Kids
By Gipsy -
The Perfect Classical Music for Halloween
By J. M. Kim -
Cheap, Last-Minute Costumes for the Balding Man
By Pam Gaulin -
How to Make a Spooky Halloween Wreath
By Danielle Crofford Fetters -
Free Halloween Coloring Pages for Kids
By Pam Gaulin
Dress Like a Celebrity

Pop Culture-Inspired Ideas

In the 1960's and 70's, the hottest Halloween costumes for kids were all inspired by the biggest shows on TV.
By Cynthia Boris | Published 10/20/2009
Need a last minute Halloween costume? Here are a few ideas for cheap and easy Halloween Costumes. Got a last minute Halloween party invite? Need cheap Halloween Costumes fast?
By Marie M. Daniels | Published 10/18/2009
Are you tired of the same old boring last minute Halloween costume ideas like a ghost, hobo, clown, cat, or a baby? Have no fear, I have found some of the coolest Last minute Halloween costumes from across the web. These last minute costumes are cool.
By Angel Vee | Published 10/17/2009
The top Halloween Costumes for Halloween 2009 from the NRF 2009 Halloween Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey are in. This year there are some surprising changes that seem to reflect the times. See where your Halloween costume falls on the list.
By Roz Zurko | Published 10/12/2009
You don't have to spend a lot of money on a Halloween costume. Here are some great ways to get your Halloween costume cheap and easy!
By Darlene Michaud | Published 9/29/2009
This article describes ten of the best content producers who list their best contributors for Halloween Costumes of 2009.
By Jenia Silver | Published 9/28/2009
Looking for where to buy Halloween Costumes? Check out this top 10 list of Halloween costume ideas. Whether you need a cheap Halloween costume, free Halloween costume or a funny Halloween costume, you will find it here.
By John Chambers | Published 9/25/2009
Halloween is coming soon and 2009 will be the 'Year of the Homemade Halloween Costume'. Great costume ideas for children and adults.
By Patricia Lee | Published 9/25/2009
Disney Halloween costumes are always a great choice. Here is a guide to the best AC content on Disney Halloween costumes.
By Stacy Hensley | Published 9/25/2009
Sexy Halloween costumes are always popular, especially for adult parties. Here are 10 of the best AC content on the subject with a little info about each of the contributors, too.
By Jolie du Pre | Published 9/25/2009
These unique and easy homemade Halloween costumes for couples could be the difference between winning that big Halloween costume bash prize - or not!
By Mary N. L. | Published 9/24/2009
Learn how to change boring Halloween costumes into extraordinary ones.
By Joyce Priddy | Published 9/24/2009
Some of the best Halloween costumes are the ones that are homemade. This article reviews the top ten articles found on Associated Content that cover homemade or do it yourself Halloween costumes.
By Cassie Schmelz | Published 9/24/2009
DIY/homemade Halloween costumes for toddlers, kids, adults, wheelchair users, cats and dogs. Fun homemade Halloween costumes for do-it-yourself fans. Includes handmade costumes with no sewing involved, for single parent dads and those who don't sew.
By Cindy Lynn | Published 9/24/2009
Great Halloween costumes based on TV shows/series such as Dr. House, Ugly Betty, Sookie Stackhouse and Bill Compton from True Blood, The Office, Jon and Kate plus 8, Gossip Girl and Hannah Montana.
By Jenn C. | Published 9/24/2009
Ten quick and creative Halloween costume ideas by Associated Content Contributors.
By Jenn C. | Published 9/24/2009
A review of ten different Associated Content articles that give suggestions for Jon and Kate Gosselin Halloween costumes.
By Ellen Burford | Published 9/23/2009
Male teens everywhere will need a cool Halloween costume this October. These great AC Contributors offer some really good suggestions on costumes for Halloween for male teenagers.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/23/2009
A guide to the best adult Halloween costume articles on AC.
By Linda StCyr | Published 9/23/2009
Need a quick Halloween costume idea? These last minute Halloween costumes are easy and no sew costumes.
By Moira Richardson | Published 9/23/2009
Find inspiration and ideas for Halloween in these top AC content featuring adult Halloween costumes.
By Wendy Roltgen | Published 9/23/2009
No matter your ethnicity, you'll find a great Halloween costume idea for you in this list of 10 unique DIY Ethnic Halloween Costumes.
By Moira Richardson | Published 9/23/2009
These ten AC writers have great ideas for Halloween costumes for your pets. Check them out!
By Violet Rose | Published 9/23/2009
Review and links to best AC Content articles for original, character and homemade Halloween costumes for plus size men.
By Ranee Wright | Published 9/23/2009
It ain't always easy being red...except when it comes to searching for the top five sexiest Halloween costumes for redheads. Finding a sexy costume idea is as easy as looking into past exotic red haired women that share your exotic locks.
By Angela Epps | Published 9/22/2009
Best movie-inspired Halloween costumes for 2009.
By Jolene & Billy | Published 9/22/2009
Quick and easy last minute Halloween costumes.
By Jenn C. | Published 9/22/2009
A review of my picks for the 10 best articles on Associated Content to help you find a Halloween costume online.
By Ellen Burford | Published 9/22/2009
Ten Associated Content articles listing suggestions for Halloween costumes for college students. Quick, easy and inexpensive Halloween costumes for college parties or frat and sorority parties.
By Cindy Lynn | Published 9/22/2009
Here are five cheap and easy last-minute Halloween costumes for your toddler. Have fun being creative with these cute costumes and your toddler will be the hit of the Halloween party!
By Catherine Spencer | Published 9/22/2009
The best of AC guide to the for the perfect tween Halloween costumes.
By Linda StCyr | Published 9/22/2009
WWE Wrestling Halloween costumes will be very popular this year so make sure you get your WWW costume and mask as soon as possible. Here are some sites that sell WWE Halloween costumes and masks for October 31. These also work well as Christmas gifts.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/22/2009
You don't have to spend a fortune to get a great Halloween costume, and here are some great Halloween costume ideas for teens.
By Moira Richardson | Published 9/21/2009
Have you heard of the show "Jon & Kate Plus Eight" that is on the TLC channel? If so, you will see many Halloween costumes this year pertaining to the show, like a Jon Gosselin or a Kate Gosselin costume. Here are some great articles for you.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/21/2009
Whether you want to buy Halloween costumes online or to buy your Halloween costumes from your local thrift store, this article will give your some advice for buying costumes for pets, plus size women and everyone else.
By Moira Richardson | Published 9/21/2009
Are you looking for ideas for cheap Halloween costumes for kids? Look no further than right here. With my 10 Best of AC, you won't have to look any further when making cheap Halloween costumes for kids.
By Jolynne M Hudnell | Published 9/21/2009
Whether you splurge or enjoy a budget-friendly Halloween this year, these great costume ideas will help you have a hot, hot halloween costume!
By Moira Richardson | Published 9/21/2009
10 of the best AC articles on Halloween costumes for women. Lots of original ideas, clear instructions and versions for all ages.
By Anne Wright | Published 9/21/2009
Halloween is coming up incredibly fast and you will certainly need a Halloween costume. But maybe you got too busy and you find yourself on Halloween day without a costume. Here are some great AC articles on last-minute Halloween costumes.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/21/2009
If you're looking for information on Sexy Halloween Costumes, look no further than this list highlighting the best AC has to offer!
By Eoin ONeill | Published 9/18/2009
Trick-or-treat costumes are the hallmark of Halloween. What happens to all of those Halloween costumes after October 31st? Why not recycle those Halloween costumes? Here's a helpful handful of post-Halloween how-tos for recycling trick-or-treat outfits.
By Linda Ann Nickerson | Published 9/17/2009
Here are the five top unique Halloween costumes for kids and teens in 2009.
By Lori Lane | Published 9/17/2009
Halloween costumes for the disabled can be accessible for a variety of needs. These are 5 ideas for Halloween costumes from Dr. Strangelove to Ray Charles.
By Anne Wright | Published 9/15/2009
The WWE is one of the greatest entertainment wrestling companies ever made. With superstars like John Cena, Batista, Randy Orton and Rey Mysterio, WWE shows entertain millions of people. Here are some WWE Halloween costume ideas.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/12/2009
What is cuter than your little girl in a Cinderella, Snow White or Tinkerbell costume on Halloween night? Not much, that is for sure. Here are some Web sites that sell Disney Halloween Costumes.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/11/2009
If we want to dress up as the Hulk in our Halloween costume, then we obviously need an inflatable Halloween costume. However, there are plenty of other Halloween costume characters that also rely on hot air.
By Michael Thompson | Published 9/10/2009
You're pregnant and have been invited to a Halloween party. What can you wear for a maternity Halloween costume? Check out these Top 5 costumes!
By Catherine Spencer | Published 9/8/2009
To make it easier for you to find a wonderful plus size Halloween costume, I have put together a list of five of the best plus size Halloween costumes for women available online.
By Teresa Wilson | Published 9/8/2009
It's a common sight to see little dogs dressed up in cute Halloween costumes, but what about big dogs? Halloween costumes for big dogs are easy to put together and your dogs will love them.
By Fooditalia | Published 9/7/2009
Learn where to find great selection of Halloween costumes, both in stores and online. With all the costume choices available, who will you be?
By Jennifer Waite | Published 9/5/2009
Terminator: Salvation became one of the biggest box office movies of 2009. Now you can dress up like your favorite Terminator character on Halloween night. Here are some Web sites where you can buy cool Terminator Halloween costumes.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 9/5/2009
With both parents working these days, busy moms can still make homemade Halloween costumes for their child by using some imagination and everyday household items to create a unique costume their child will love.
By Tara Melancon | Published 9/4/2009
Why spend a fortune on Halloween costumes? Little girls look just as cute in these Halloween costumes using dollar store items.
By Jaipi Sixbear | Published 9/3/2009
Little boys don't care how much money is spent on their Halloween costumes. Save money this year by buying Halloween accessories at the dollar store and using items from home for the rest.
By Jaipi Sixbear | Published 9/3/2009
Homemade Halloween costumes for adults are fun, inexpensive and relatively easy to make. I will share some of my favorites with you in this article.
By R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen | Published 9/3/2009
This article will discuss the scariest Halloween costumes for kids that were created and went trick-or-treating in when we were kids. These five kids Halloween costume articles can be worn by boys or girls.
By R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen | Published 9/3/2009
I will share with you my top 5 Halloween costumes for adults for 2009. I have personally created all of these Halloween costumes either for myself or for friends.
By R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen | Published 9/3/2009
Looking for the perfect maternity Halloween costumes choices for 2009? This article walks you through some neat options.
By Reena Das | Published 9/3/2009
Cheap Halloween costumes for kids are more important this year than ever before. The looming unemployment and other financial woes shouldn't take away from this year's Halloween festivities. Here are 5 great inexpensive Halloween costumes for kids.
By Meg G. | Published 9/3/2009
Create a full Star Trek Fleet for your Halloween party this year.
By Asher Socrates | Published 9/3/2009
Homemade Halloween costumes are often the funniest and most memorable. These are 5 homemade Halloween costume ideas that are fast and fun.
By Anne Wright | Published 9/1/2009
The Flintstones will make your Halloween lots of fun! You'll be saying, "Yabba Dabba Do!" in no time with these easy to make Halloween costumes.
By Catherine Spencer | Published 8/31/2009
Some tips for cheap Halloween costumes for kids may cost too much for you. Here's some really cheap ways to make Halloween costumes for your kids for as little as $5.00.
By Jolynne M Hudnell | Published 8/31/2009
5 quick Halloween costumes for adults who need last minute Halloween costumes.
By Anne Wright | Published 8/31/2009
Today's Halloween costumes are bucking the trends as they try to emulate the styles of modern movies, music and television shows.
By Dennis Tormey | Published 8/26/2009
Michael Jackson Halloween costumes may dominate the celebrations this year. Some websites are claiming that demand is exceeding supply. Plan early and use these Michael Jackson Halloween costume ideas so you don't get left out.
By Anne Wright | Published 8/25/2009
The death of Michael Jackson was the biggest news event of 2009. Now is your time to pay tribute to the King of Pop. Here are resources to find cool Michael Jackson costumes for Halloween.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 8/23/2009
Halloween is coming up fast and the one thing you need more than any other is a cool Halloween costume. You also need a place to buy the cool Halloween costume. So check out this list of easy places to search and buy Halloween costumes on the internet.
By Darrin Atkins | Published 8/22/2009
Choose Comfortable Halloween Costumes.
By Bridgitte Williams | Published 8/20/2009
If you are a plus size lady or man do not let that stop you from getting into the Halloween spirit! There are many great plus size costumes out there. You just have to know where to shop!
By Darlene Michaud | Published 7/17/2009
If you like dressing up for Halloween and you need a quick, easy and cheap Halloween costume go for the gothic look! You probably have everything you need at home to make your gothic costume. If not, you can pick up what you need and it won't cost much!
By Darlene Michaud | Published 7/17/2009
Here is a Halloween guide for the top vampire Halloween costumes for boys and girls for 2009.
By Angel Vee | Published 6/29/2009
Here you will find the top 20 maternity Halloween costumes for 2009. Also easy and quick maternity costume you can make.
By Angel Vee | Published 6/25/2009
Here you will find the hottest and newest 2009 Halloween costumes for kids. This guide is for the hottest girl and boy costumes for 2009.
By Angel Vee | Published 6/24/2009
Here you will find creative maternity Halloween costumes for 2009. These fun, unique, and creative maternity costumes are easy to make and will look real cute.
By Angel Vee | Published 6/24/2009
Last week they had over 75 costumes - sexy pirates, playboy bunnies, sexy nurse costumes and more. All of the costumes were between $12 - $28. The $28 were the really elaborate kind that retail for $100 or more in stores.
By Sara | Published 10/25/2008
Here are five unique Halloween costumes. They won't break the bank, they can be done without a lot of planning, and they don't take a great deal of skill to make. In other words, they're the perfect kind of Halloween costumes for me. Enjoy!
By Daniel Thrasher | Published 10/17/2008
These simple Halloween crafts are perfect for classrooms, after-school care activities or just some quality time at home with your own children.
By Gipsy | Published 10/15/2008
Dress up as any musician from rock and country to hip-hop. How to construct inexpensive Halloween costumes of performers in eight different music genres using extra clothes that you have at home.
By Mr. Dave | Published 10/15/2008
Cheap Costumes You Can Afford Even After a Bailout
By Carol Bengle Gilbert | Published 10/14/2008
Halloween. It's the only day of the year when grown-ups can act like children, women can dress suggestively and not get questioned about it, and men can dress up like women.
By Heather de Winter | Published 10/13/2008
Ten years ago costumes were nowhere near as complicated or as stylish as they are now on Associated Content.
By Albert Chang | Published 9/30/2008
Looking for a maternity or pregnancy Halloween Costume? Look no further. Here, you'll find a comprehensive list of ten AC articles with ideas for every taste and budget.
By Angela Atkinson | Published 9/30/2008
AC content writers give us the best Halloween costumes in 2008. Whether you are looking for ideas or looking for tips on how to put together a specific costume, you will find it here.
By Sandra Essary | Published 9/30/2008
A list of ten Associated Content articles about Sexy Halloween Costumes.
By Michelle Langlinais | Published 9/30/2008
The best articles on AC dealing with Halloween costumes whether for your kids, your pets, maternity couples, plus-size women or group and families.
By Gipsy | Published 9/30/2008
Associated Content has many great articles on Halloween costumes for groups and I have done my research to help you in your search. It does not matter if your group is three, four or more there are plenty of ideas for you to ponder within these articles.
By Amy Browne | Published 9/30/2008
Here's a list of the best AC articles on maternity Halloween costumes.
By Rachel Carpenter (joyful327) | Published 9/30/2008
A look at the top 10 articles on Associated Content for making the best, quick and creative Halloween costumes.
By Bonnie Creevy | Published 9/30/2008
8 costumes and how to make them without lifting a needle and thread.
By Linda StCyr | Published 9/17/2008
5 halloween costume shops for costumes in Seattle, Washington area.
By 2buzy | Published 9/17/2008
This is the best place to find amazing plus size Halloween costumes. anytime costumes carry a huge, sexy, and creative variety for all plus size woman, men, kids, and even costumes for pets. Prices are great and the quality is superb.
By Angel Vee | Published 9/10/2008
Want to coordinate with your sweetie this Halloween? Here are some great online sources for fun couple Halloween costumes!
By R. Ann Siper | Published 10/25/2007
After the great response to my article 10 Ideas for Group Halloween Costumes, I thought I would go into my creative costume idea trunk and give you 10 More Ideas for Group Halloween Costumes.
By A. Hermitt | Published 9/27/2007
Halloween is long awaited by many of us. It is a night when we can dress up, laugh and live in a world of make belief; if only for one night. Although many of you have already decorated your house, do you also know what your costume this year will be?
By Sarah Testa | Published 9/28/2006
When your toddler starts participating in Halloween, keep it simple. Toddlers can be a real challenge when it comes to Halloween costumes. This article gives tips on making and buying Halloween costumes for this special age group.
By CJ Diamond | Published 9/21/2006
If you're looking for a fun way to dress up this spooky holiday, try one of these three classic Halloween costumes on a budget. For as little as a few dollars, you can scare up some big fun as a mummy, a royal, or a ghost. Perfect for kids or adults!
By Wanda Leibowitz | Published 9/20/2006
Great Halloween costumes for families make everyone feel comfortable without being boring, are fun to make and wear, and don't require everyone to work tooth and nail to pull it off. Read on for some great costume ideas for your family this holiday.
By Wanda Leibowitz | Published 9/20/2006
Wearing matching costumes will help you keep up with each other and let your guests know who's in charge should they need something. Here are some ideas you can use.
By A. Hermitt | Published 9/20/2006
You don't have to call your mom or friend to help with your home made costumes. Use these simple no-sew ideas for a great Halloween Costumes.
By A. Hermitt | Published 9/18/2006









































