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Lover of anything vintage. I spend my free time looking at antiques,watching and collecting classic films,and reading some of the greatest literary classics known to man.This blog is just my way of sharing my interests with other people.

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Witches, and ghost, and cats, Oh my!

Everybody knows that there is a surprisingly high number of people that wake up on Halloween and still don't have a costume, whether they've been trying to come up with something for the last few months, weeks, or hours.
So, we decided to do a really simple post on this All Hallows Eve with old Halloween costume pictures and ideas--none of which should be too difficult to create for your party.

What's more iconic than a Marilyn Monroe costume?
Not only is it recongizable, sexy, and fun, but it is also easy to put together.
What You'll Need:
A white dress, OR white skirt and top
Red lipstick
Platinum blonde wig OR a good curling iron
Round white earrings (ex. pearls)
Heels

If you're really last minute, and don't have the time or money to invest in the above look,
here is a more casual Marilyn Monroe look. It may seem simple, but this was just one photo from one of the most memorable photoshoots with Marilyn.
What You'll Need:
Long sleeved black turtleneck OR long sleeved black shirt
White linen pants, either cropped or rolled up
Blonde wig OR a good curling iron
Classic makeup
Flats (optional)

Speaking of sexy, classic movie stars, another easy look to recreate would be this number from Rita Hayworth's scandalous strip tease in her film Gilda.
What You'll Need:
A little black satin dress
High black gloves
Strappy black heels
Classic makeup
A curling iron to give you those classic waves

Feeling patriotic? Try going for this classic navy outfit that still shows off those curves.
What You'll Need:
White flared pants
A navy blue shirt or fitted blazer
White collared shirt beneath
An iconic navy hat you can get from a costume store

Another classic Halloween idea is to go as a 1920s flapper. A basic look that is easy to do, but still flirty and fun.
What You'll Need:
Hat (optional)
Straight/pleated skirt or dress
Mary-Jane shoes (either flat or heels)

If you're looking for something super sexy, try going for the naughty witch look.
What You'll Need:
Witch's hat
Little black dress OR black corset set
Classic black heels
Gloves (optional)
Broom

Couples costumes are all the rage. An idea like Frankenstein and his bride can be edgy, fun, and classically spooky if you're willing to put in the work.
What You'll Need for Him:
Distressed black suit
Heavy monster makeup
Platform black shoes

What You'll Need for Her:
Simple white dress (with cape or train)
White heels
Heavy monster makeup
A Bride of Frankenstein costume wig OR very good styling products


"A thin moon faints in the sky o'erhead
And dumb in the churchyard lie the dead.
We walk not, Sweet, by garden ways,
Where the late rose hangs and the phlox delays,
But forth of the gate and down the road,
Past the church and the yews, to their dim abode.
For it's turn of the year, and All Souls' Night,
When the dead can hear and the dead have sight."

Happy All Hallows Eve!

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