The Sexiest Halloween Costumes for 2012

Posted on September 24, 2012 by admin

Channeling your inner military babe

Sexy costumes from "Mean Girls" Movie

Okay, I know that there’s something to be said for not blatantly exploiting women’s sexual physical attributes with a Halloween costume. Sure, it’s a cliche to go as a sex goddess on Halloween, but that said, I know plenty of women who really love that they can dress up in a more risque outfit on Halloween without being judged. Many women work very hard dieting, exercising and toning to get an amazing bod, and you can’t blame them for occasionally wanting to show off all of that hard work. But, you don’t have to have a perfect physique to dress up in a sexy costume, lots of stores have plus-size costumes that fit the bill, as well.

Plus given the wide-acceptance and success of book, E.L. James’ “50 Shades of Grey”, there are more than a few women out there who love the any hem-length goes attitude on Halloween.

Gale Williams Sexy Witch 1940s photo via Sexywitch.wordpress.com

“In the regular world, Halloween is when children dress up in costumes and beg for candy. In Girl World, Halloween is the one night a year when a girl can dress like a total slut and no other girls can say anything about it,” as Lindsay Lohan said in the film, “Mean Girls.” When it comes to dressing up in a super sexy costume on Halloween, it’s fairly safe to say that its a trend with some staying power. For instance, sexy Halloween costumes (and the debate about them) have been around for decades.

From Gale William’s sexy witch costume from the 1940s, to the popular “French Maid” look of the 50s, to those hot Betty Grable Halloween pictures for Lloyd’s of London, sexy Halloween is hot and it’s there to stay. Luckily for you young women, there are some great costumes to be scored if the sexy route is the one you want to go. Just make sure you have some kind of cape to drape around yourself should you run into your dad, college dean, pastor or other authority figure. Other than that, be safe, have fun and flaunt that amazing figure of yours.

Sexy Womens Katy Perry California Gurls Cupcake Costume When looking for some incredibly sexy costumes for Halloween 2012, keep your eyes peeled for the Lady Carmen costume and the “Grease” Bad Sandy costume. Plus, I’m betting money that the top sexy women’s costume this year is anything inspired by sexpot popstar “Katy Perry.”

Sigh, if only I were young again….

Emma Rae Curtis is a costume, dressing-up, makeup and accessories expert. She mainly writes about fun Halloween party, craft, and costume ideas, but she especially loves writing about all things costume and dress-up related.

Finding the Right Costume for Your Figure

Posted on June 19, 2012 by admin

Many women struggle with body image issues and will sometimes skip out on the fun of holidays because of this. However, I firmly believe that life is worth living to the fullest, especially during the best seasons of the year…namely the one during the fall that involve Halloween. That’s why I think that despite your figure size, be it teeny tiny or well-proportioned, you should consider going all out and dressing up.

There’s nothing that makes me more discouraged than seeing a beautiful person hanging out on the sidelines because they feel too self conscious to engage in the festivities. It’s one thing if you don’t like parties, or naturally are too shy to dress up, but it’s quite another issue altogether to skip out on costumed fun because of self-loathing. I assure you that there are costumes out there for every figure, and ones that will flatter every body type, from super skinny toplus sized costumes. The trick to pulling off a great costume no matter what the body type inside of it is some self-confidence. Even if you don’t have it, if you walk into that halloween party like you own the joint, you can fake like you do.

So, why not dream up a costume that will make you feel comfortable and still allow you to join in the holiday awesomeness? One friend of mine made this concept work when she sewed her own antique-style swimming suit to wear to the beach, weight be darned. I promise one you start getting compliments on your great outfit, you’ll be happy you didn’t hang out in the corner dressed in a gunny sack….unless that’s the costume you had in mind.

Emma Rae Curtis is a costume/dressing up/makeup & accessories expert. She mainly writes about Halloween but also about all things costume and dress-up related.

Women of the ’90s

Posted on May 29, 2012 by admin

Whether you were 20, 30, 40 or 50 in the 1990s, the women of that decade continue to inspire fashion-forward thinking for Halloween. Here are five of the most influential ladies of 90s culture that continue to challenge me to make my costumes bigger, flashier with more bling.

I hope this list inspires you to really get in touch with your inner grunge and explode with color, baggy pants and high waisted shorts.

Parker Posey was one of the indie film world’s “it” girls in the ‘90s. Just Netflix any of her movies and you’ll see amazingly dated clothing that will make you want to magically be transported to 1994. It was another world back then. Jean shorts, high pony tails with crop tops, hot pinks and lime greens. You could put almost any pattern together with another pattern.
Melissa Joan Heart from Clarissa Explains It All heavily influenced my daughters in the ‘90s. Her teenage look can be replicated with a pre-Brittany Spears innocence. I just love her hair.
Nicole Kidman was stunning before her divorce from Tom Cruise. I love her red, curly hair from Far and Away. Whatever film of hers you base your costume off of, you’ll feel elegant and stunning.
Meg Ryan is the cute blonde that everybody wants to be friends with, right? Well, capture her adorable You’ve Got Mail feel this Halloween and really play up the retro feel.
Julia Roberts skyrocketed to mega-fame in the ‘90s, but I’ll always love her Runaway Bride sneakers under her wedding dress.

Who have I left out? When you think back to the ‘90s, who do you want to be? I’d love to know!

Emma Rae Curtis is a costume/dressing up/makeup & accessories expert. She mainly writes about Halloween but also about all things costume and dress-up related.

Popular Costumes for Women

Posted on April 23, 2012 by admin

When it comes to women’s Halloween costumes, there are some that tried and true and standbys that will always be popular. And there are also trendy new women’s Halloween costumes that have recently become popular as well. Between these two categories, women should never have any trouble finding a popular costume to wear for Halloween or any other occasion such as a costume party or another holiday to name some examples.

As for the category of timeless popular womens Halloween costumes, the “sexy” fill in the blank is always a good choice. There is the classic sexy nurse, or sexy cat, or even sexy dog (I might have made that last one up). Also in this category are the classic angel, princess, Disney character, and cheerleader. When it comes to the second category of trendy new costumes, you have to be a bit more up on current events, TV shows, and movies. Some examples of popular new costumes today are Snooki from Jersey Shore, Angry Birds from the smash hit video game, characters from the movie Avatar, and there are always great new womens superhero costumes to check out as well.

So if you are a woman and looking for a great costume for Halloween or for any other reason, whether you go with the popular classics or the popular trendy new costumes, you will never be at a loss for a great costume that will let you feel sexy or like a princess. So have fun and get your costume on!

Emma Rae Curtis is a costume/dressing up/makeup & accessories expert. She mainly writes about Halloween but also about all things costume and dress-up related.

Costume Inspiration: Old Hollywood Glamour

Posted on April 20, 2012 by admin

Every Halloween I have to look at the past before I can feel inspired for the future. That’s why I love old movie stars so much. They continually inspire me to dress up, wear outfits I would have never imagined and be fashionable even when it rains or snows.

Here is my list of the top five most influential Hollywood stars who help get me ready to dress up. I hope they can help you too.

Audrey Hepburn – Funny Face, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, My Fair Lady, the list goes on! Her petite frame could wear almost anything, and her boy-short locks are just darling. I love to get short hair ideas from her because I think she always looked elegant and daring. But, even with her long hair there are no substitutes for cute and chic.
Grace Kelly is so elegant she became a real life princess. Her iconic blonde look is what most women think of when they imagine what it is to be glamourous. Her dresses, while full skirted, always had a tiny waist. And her platinum hair was perfectly styled. Betty Draper from Mad Men is most definitely modeled on her look.
Elizabeth Taylor gave fashion a bold new look. Her black hair and penchant for wearing deep greens and bold reds certainly inspires even the most timid of women. Not to mention the jewelry. If only I could be so bold.
Marilyn Monroe is every curvy woman’s best friend. She could wear plunging necklines and tight pencil skirts, and so can you. Her hair moved naturally, even if the color wasn’t. Don’t forget those cherry red lips!
Rita Hayworth may be the oldest of these beauties, but her looks evoke the 1940s without a second thought. If you want to dress up as a soldier’s girl, a nurse, or anything related to the second world war, Hayworth is your model.

Emma Rae Curtis is a costume/dressing up/makeup & accessories expert. She mainly writes about Halloween but also about all things costume and dress-up related..

5 Top Halloween Costumes for Women

Posted on March 6, 2012 by admin

I recently wrote an article on full face makeup for women, but I wanted to revisit those costumes on a more in-depth basis here. As I was researching the top five costumes for women I realized that most of them were pretty complicated. Full face makeup, and in many cases body makeup, plus a beautiful and complicated outfit. Here are some tips to achieve these fabulous looks without having to resort to Hot Topic pre-fab costumes that everybody wears.

Leopard/Cheetah – This is a classic Halloween look that many a sexy woman has worn before. Simple, cute and straightforward. All you need is a good makeup job, ears, and then an outfit of your choose. All black spandex with a tail? Leopard print slinky dress? No problem. As conservative or liberal as you want to go, all this costume requires is your permission.

Sally from Nightmare Before Christmas – Sally is covered in makeup from head to toe. But, she always has either dyed red hair or a long red wig. A patch work ragged dress with a little heart, and a frogs breath bottle.

Black Swan – Natalie Portman’s character is dressed in a black leotard, and short buoyant tutu. Her hair is pulled back into a tight bun and she wears a small tiara or crown atop her head. Her tights actually make her skin appear to be fairer than it is, so look for the lightest skin tone you can find. And of course, ballet slippers with ribbons up the legs.

Corpse Bride – The corpse bride is not just known for her blue skin. But for her entire outfit! A form fitting wedding dress complete with gothic train, and a shredded veil as long as the train of the dress. Tiny buttons down the back complete this glamourous look. And if you have a bouquet of dried flowers and a choker, you could do not better.

Skeleton – A skeleton costume can be tricky if you don’t like to wear form fitting clothing. However, on Etsy you can find various versions of this classic costume, but no longer just in spandex or pajama materials. Now you can find a skeleton dress, or better yet make one. If you don’t want to paint bones on your beloved leggings, why don’t you just make paper cut-outs and loosely safety pin them on. The sky is the limit with this costume.