Unique Halloween Costumes

Halloween is the best time of year for anyone who likes dressing up. You don't have to go with the standards, however. Use Halloween as an excuse to be as creative as you like. Here are a few ideas for unusual Halloween costumes. Maybe they'll prompt you to think up a few of your own.

Have an old rabbit costume in the closet? If not, a white sweatshirt and sweatpants, and a white bath pouf attached to the back for a tail works great. But why not take it one step further? Go outside and roll around in the dirt, or on a dusty garage floor. Voila: you're a dust bunny.

Turn yourself into the ultimate superhero by using all the superhero accoutrements you can find: cape, boots, Spiderman mask, Zorro hat, Iron Man gloves, Wonder Woman shorts - go all out. You can even get superhero gear for your dog if you don't mind embarrassing him!

Bee costumes are cute, but how about dressing up as a killer bee? Add to your standard bee costume some fake blood and a fake dagger.

The ingredients for dressing up as the Rejected Prom Date are readily available in any thrift store and discounter. First, you need a very tacky prom dress and heels. Apply makeup heavily, particularly non-waterproof mascara. Smear the mascara so it looks like you've been crying. Stash wadded up tissues into your bodice, sash, and gloves. This outfit works even better on guys.

Is your partner into the whole vampire trend? If they plan to dress up as a vampire, they've inadvertently made it very easy on you. Two fake puncture marks on your neck and some fake blood, and you're all set to go as their victim.

Halloween is all about having fun, and the more creative you can be with your costume, the more you and your friends will enjoy your night.