Planning your next vacation? This map of haunted hotels is a ghost hunter's paradise. Take a tour of the United States and stay in some of the most haunted hotels in each state. You'll have to sleep with one eye open in some of these places so we sincerely hope you don't plan on taking this time to catch up on sleep. The accounts of paranormal activity in each venue varies, but the one thing they all have in common is some of their residents have never checked out. Prepare to see apparitions, be touched in your sleep by ghostly hands, or even levitated. (Okay, that last one sounds pretty cool!) Some of these permanent occupants enjoy playing tricks and others will not hesitate to tell you to get out of their hotel. If you are feeling brave, we've created a printable map with the shortest route to visit all the hotels in the contiguous states. We also did our homework and whipped up an infographic to help you learn a little bit about each of these haunted hotels, including the spookiest rooms to request at each location, in order to best prepare you for your journey!

Haunted Hotels Infographic

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Haunted Hotels Travel Map

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Which of these hotels are you most excited to visit? Have you been to any of these hotels before or know someone who has? Share your paranormal experiences with us in the comments! We love to hear a good ghost story. If you want to make your quest even more interesting, you can dress up like a ghost and see if they think you are one of them! Safe travels and enjoy your trek!

Design Credit: Kate Lemke

Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry was established around the year 990 in the highlands of Scotland. Its four founders–Godric Gryffindor, Helga Hufflepuff, Rowena Ravenclaw, and Salazar Slytherin–succeeded in becoming the “finest school of witchcraft and wizardry in the world”. That’s if you believe Rubeus Hagrid, which we generally do. Hogwarts is prestigious largely because of its excellent professors and support staff, which keep the school running and its students safe. Or relatively safe. It is a wizarding school, after all.

In this infographic, we look at the most important staff members at Hogwarts from September 1991 through May 1998, the years that Harry Potter attended (or should have attended) the school. With a few exceptions, we show the positions these staff members held at the Start-of-Term Feast held on September First each year.

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What did you think? Have you always wanted to visit Hogwarts? (We have!) Which professor or staff member would have been your favorite? And are you excited about Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them? (We are!) How do you think the new movies will compare to the originals? Tell us in the comments! And while you’re thinking about it, take a look at our selection of Harry Potter costumes and Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them costumes!

Design Credit: Travis Green

Themed holiday parties have got to be the best thing to get everyone in the holiday spirit. Whether it’s an ugly Christmas sweater party or a white elephant gift exchange, there is one idea that we think will blow your guests right off of Mt. Crumpit. A Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas costume party will steal the show! The film is full of laughter, heartwarming moments, and sassy phrases from the main Who himself. Does this idea tickle your fancy and have Christmas-y ideas started bubbling in your head? Keep reading to find out the essentials of how to throw a Grinch costume party!

What To Wear

Who fashion and Accessories

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We all can agree that the people of Whoville have a fashion sense like none other. All crammed snug into the structure of a snowflake, the people of Whoville like to stay warm and cozy throughout the holiday season. Slippers, big coats, and fuzzy earmuffs are staples in their wacky wardrobes, and should be in yours, too! Layer up in leggings and scarves, and don’t forget to wear your hair loud and proud for all to see.

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Martha May Whovier Fashion and Accessories

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One of our favorite fancy Whos is the one and only, Martha May Whovier, featured in the Jim Carrey movie Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. She’s the love interest of Mayor Augustus Maywho and secretly, the Grinch’s, too. If you’re fun, flirty, and fabulous, dressing as Martha May is your calling this Christmas season. Plus - she does wonders with that automatic Christmas light machine, a true talent.

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More Christmas Costumes

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Of course, what's a Grinch party without the main man himself? If you're cuddly as a cactus, charming as an eel, et cetera, et cetera, you've got a few options. You can either go casual with a Grinch-inspired ugly Christmas sweater, or go all out with the full costume, mask and all. If you're not feeling like pulling an Elphaba from Wicked and donning all green body paint, maybe the Grinch isn't for you. Then, how about one of our Cindy Lou costumes or Santa Claus? It doesn't matter which level of costume you want to go with, as long as you have fun and sing the Welcome Christmas song at least once, you'll have a great party.

 The Grinch Makeup Tutorial

 And lastly, if you want to dress as the Grinch AND impress your friends with the makeup look, we have a tutorial for you. Watch the video above for tips and instructions on how to become the mean one, Mr. Grinch. See our Grinch costume blog post from a few Christmas' ago, too, for more details.

How To Decorate

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Anything magically imagined by Dr. Seuss incorporates zany, eccentric, and whimsical design. In the land of Whoville. everything red and green is socially accepted and expected. To continue with the Who-tastic costumes, you'll want the decor to match the mood. Decorating the party should be a blast and don’t be afraid to think outside of the box for wacky new ideas!

What To eat: A Who Feast

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The Who Feast may be one of the most important parts of Christmas in Whoville. Food such as Who-hash and roast beast should be on the menu for the evening, as well as Who-pudding accompanied, by many other savory sweets!

What To Do

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To work off that entire plate of roast beast you just finshed (as a typical Who should), a friendly activity should follow for endless entertainment and engagement! Pin the heart on the Grinch, bingo, and a Max the Reindeer toss will get those calories burning for sure. If your party goers are too stuffed from the feasting, taking it easy with a few simple crafts might be the route worth taking.

What to Watch

[Source: Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas]

If Dr.Seuss’How The Grinch Stole Christmas Jim Carrey edition isn’t already playing in the background from the minute you put your roast beast in the oven, your heart must be 3 sizes too small! This is one of our most favorite Christmas movies and likewise for both young and old. Your party guests will be quoting infamous lines and sharing laughs together all night long. Of course, the classic is classic for a reason, so the 1966 TV special should definitely be in rotation, as well. Boris Karloff has never sounded so scary...

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Are you planning on having a themed holiday party this year? Why not have it be Grinch themed! The film teaches us valuable lessons on what Christmas is really all about; getting together with friends and family and celebrating each other’s company! Have a wonderful Who-liday and let us all welcome Christmas together! For more festive ideas, see all of our Christmas costumes.

Christmas has the best stuff. Best decorations, best cookies, best music – and of course, best MOVIES. Just think of all the warm holiday memories you have that include cuddling up by the tree, big bowl of popcorn in lap, watching the same movies year after year. With there being so many great holiday movies, it only can mean one thing. There’s plenty of opportunity to dress up! No, we’re not talking about putting on a suit or fancy dress, we’re talking costumes! Check out some of the best Christmas costumes from the movies right here!

1. Santa Claus movies

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Of course, there are plenty of Christmas movies focused around Santa Claus. From tradition Santa’s like the one from Miracle on 34th Street or more modern ones like Tim Allen’s snarky Scott Calvin from The Santa Clause and Billy Bob Thorton’s over-the-top Bad Santa, you’ll have enough options to portray in your Santa Claus suit.

2. How the Grinch Stole Christmas

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Feeling a bit grouchy about the holidays? If you’re actually considering stealing Christmas to try to make it go away, maybe you’ll want to dress up as The Grinch for the holidays. On the other hand, you may want to be a Who from Whoville to try and teach the Grinch a lesson about holiday cheer.

3. A Christmas Story

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Anyone who has watched A Christmas Story can call out a holiday experience that they relate to. It could be a fixation on something specific you really wanted like a Red Ryder BB gun or it could be staring in horror at a pair of bunny footie pajamas that a distant relative sent to you.

4. Elf

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No movie has become an instant Christmas classic faster than the hilarious Elf. You can dress up as Buddy and cut out snowflakes, make your own toys, and consume copious amounts of maple syrup. With that much sugar intake, you’ll be spreading Christmas cheer all over the place! Just be careful crossing the street; the yellow ones don’t stop.

5. The Polar Express

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The Polar Express was an animated film released in 2004 based on the classic children's book. Tom Hanks voiced many characters in the film, including the conductor of the Polar Express itself. Dressing up as him, or maybe someone a little bit more recognizable (ahem, Santa or an elf) would be a great treat on Christmas Eve for book-loving families.

6. Christmas Vacation

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You think your family might be a little weird? Try spending Christmas at the Griswold residence. Even if you dress up as Clark Griswold or Cousin Eddie, you'll hopefully avoid a Christmas disaster.

7. Krampus

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One of the most terrifying legends of Christmas has finally been portrayed on the big screen. Krampus the Christmas demon is known for stealing naughty children, so this costume would be great for scaring kids into good behavior.

8. Mean Girls

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Mean Girls may not be a Christmas movie, but these Mean Girls Santa outfits are perfect for the holidays. Be just like the Plastics and dress up in these for a performance of "Jingle Bell Rock" or any other of your favorite Christmas songs. But on Wednesdays, we wear pink!

9. Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer

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Do you recall the most famous reindeer of all? Don't be left out on the Island of Misfit Toys. Dress up as everyone's favorite reindeer and you'll light up the Christmas party just like Rudolph lights up the night sky for Santa Claus!

10. Frozen

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While not technically a Christmas movie, Frozen is a great movie for the winter season. Seeing those beautiful wintery scenes makes you just want to curl up by the fire with some hot chocolate. Besides, the movie includes a message about loving family. So, when you’re with family around the holidays, why not figure out who is an Anna, who is an Elsa, or who is an Olaf?

11. A Christmas Carol

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Whoever thought a movie about being visited by a series of ghosts (scary ghosts!) on Christmas Eve night would not only come with an important lesson for the holidays, but also end up as a timeless Christmas classic? This Scrooge costume is perfect for anyone who has uttered the phrase "Bah Humbug" in late December. Someone could also dress as a ghost if they'd like to portray a haunting presence (or deliver some haunting presents).

12. Peanuts

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Another Christmas classic with an important message. Despite the small, droopy tree and others' obsessions with material objects, Charlie Brown knows the true meaning of Christmas. Want to direct your own Christmas pageant? You can dress up as Charlie himself. If you're more interested in messing with old Chuck, maybe Lucy, or even Snoopy would be better options.

What's your favorite Chrismas movie? Are you thinking of dressing as any characters from your favorite Christmas movies? Let us know if there's anyone you think we missed. Our honorable mentions go to the Wet Bandits from Home Alone and Jack Skellington from A Nightmare Before Christmas (but we all know that's a Halloween movie, right?). You can check out our Christmas costumes and Movie costumes so you can have a fun and memorable Christmas dressing up as your favorite characters. Happy holidays!

Wonder Woman is seen by many as the most iconic female superhero in the world. After celebrating her 75th anniversary last year and debuting on the big screen in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, Diana Prince is set to star in her own movie in 2017. Wonder Woman will premiere early this summer. As a fan favorite, there have been many Wonder Woman costumes over time, with several unique looks that can be worn by fans of all ages. Check out some of these stunning Wonder Woman costume options.

Adult Wonder Woman Costumes

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Whether you’re dressing up for a costume party on Halloween or hitting up a convention, wearing a Wonder Woman costume is a great choice. The classic look is instantly recognizable and can be worn in many ways. You can even add a little extra to your costume with some pop art makeup to achieve a classic comic book look. Another option is to dress up in her Dawn of Justice costume and get a couple more people to dress as Batman and Superman for fun group costume!

Teen Wonder Woman Costumes

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Wonder Woman is a hero that people of all ages know, including teens. However, teenagers sometimes have a different way of thinking when it comes to dressing up. While some may want to put on an authentic Wonder Woman costume, others are more looking to dress for comfort. Maybe something like a Wonder Woman caped t-shirt or a pair of Wonder Woman sunglasses and purse combo would be a more likely option for dressing up and showing off fandom.

Kids Wonder Woman Costumes

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Wonder Woman truly is a character for all ages. Aside from her newfound role on in the DC extended universe films, Wonder Woman is a huge part of the DC Superhero Girls web series as the leader who the other characters look up to. Dressing up in a Wonder Woman costume is great for any child who likes to dress up and use their imagination to pretend they're saving the world.

Wonder Woman Accessories

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When dressing up as Wonder Woman, there are several accessories that are essential for pulling the look together. Red, white, and blue are typically part of any Wonder Woman costume, but the color that really makes the look to stand out is the gold. Pieces like the gold crown and gold cuffs are what really makes the look exciting. Other pieces that are required for the perfect Wonder Woman costume are a pair of boots and red cape.

Wonder Woman Weapons

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Along with her indestructible bracelets, Wonder Woman’s most notable weapon is her golden Lasso of Truth. Anyone caught in its grasp is forced to not only be honest, but to obey the command of whoever is holding the other end. Being the skilled combatant that she is, Wonder Woman can wield a sword and shield with the best of them. Equip your Wonder Woman costume with battle gear and prepare to kick some butt!

Wonder Woman Apparel

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If you’re a fan of Diana Prince and want to show some Wonder Woman love, you can always throw on some apparel with the gold W logo on it. You can rock a dress or t-shirt featuring Wonder Woman’s costume look or some fun blue and red tights. A costume lounger makes the perfect outfit for napping and a character apron is great if you want to display your superhero skills in the kitchen!

Well, Wonder Woman fans, what is your favorite Diana Prince look? How are you planning on showing off your Wonder Woman fandom? Be sure to go in full costume if you're dressing up for an event, but if you're looking for something to more subtle for everyday wear, you'll be sure to find something super! Check out our full collection of Wonder Woman costumes if you feel like dressing up as DC Comics' most notable superheroine and be sure to check out Wonder Woman on the big screen later this year! 

How many times have you watched a professional wrestling match and thought, "that CANNOT be safe"? Well, most of the time those moves really are safe, believe it or not. After years of training, the performers in the ring know exactly how to execute each move to only look devastating, while making sure that both the inflictor and receiver walk away with all their bones and limbs intact. However, in the long history of pro-wrestling and, more specifically, the WWE itself, there are a few moves that have popped up that really aren’t safe at all. These moves can have a high-risk of real injury due to the precise timing needed to pull the maneuver off correctly. One forgotten tuck, one split second early or late, one missed cue can have real consequences in these dangerous moves. In this infographic, we show you nine of these banned moves that WWE has forbidden to be performed – tricks that have either been modified to be more safe or are completely banned from the ring itself. From kicks straight to the head to drops right on the head to chairs hit directly to the head, we urge you, don’t try this at home.

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There are many, many more moves out there in the world that, while specifically haven't been nixed by the WWE, are probably not too welcome in a professional ring for an event that plays on network TV for family viewing. A quick trip down the rabbithole on Google and YouTube will take you where you wanna go if you're into that sort of thing! The Royal Rumble is coming up on Sunday, January 29th, this year, so you'll want to be prepared. Check out our infographic on Royal Rumble stats to study up. If you want to want to watch the event looking like a pro-wrestler, we have the WWE costumes for you. But, again, please promise not to try Wings of Love on your baby brother. Please.

Design Credit: Jacob Kuddes

The Lego Batman Movie is only days away from its theatrical debut and one of the world’s greatest superheroes is back in action. This time, he’s searching for a dangerous Gotham City criminal who is at large and has been known to follow a pattern... Perhaps, a cross stitch pattern. All kidding aside, the new film is highly anticipated and we wanted to share in our excitement by creating Lego Batman themed cross stitch patterns of all the main characters. This classic craft has stayed popular through the decades, and many different types of people love to create art with just some embroidery thread and fabric! Click the pattern that you like, print it out as reference, and start counting those stitches!

Supplies Needed:

• Cross stitch fabric
• Embroidery hoop
• Needle
• DMC embroidery thread in colors of your choice

1. Batman Cross Stitch Pattern

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"No, Bruce Wayne lives in Batman's attic."

2. Robin Cross Stitch Pattern

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"It’s the Batcave! Oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh, oh my gosh..!"

3. Harley Quinn Cross Stitch Pattern

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“No one’s got a smile like you, Mr. J!”

4. The Joker Cross Stitch Pattern

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"Hey Batman! I'm rubbing my butt all over your stuff! Gonna have to rename this the Buttmobile."

5. Batgirl Cross Stitch Pattern

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"It’s my dream for the police force to team up with Batman! Wouldn’t that be better?!"

6. Two-Face Cross Stitch Pattern

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"This city needs a strong, decisive leader... or maybe not."

7. Alfred Cross Stitch Pattern

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"Sir, I have seen you go through similar phases in 2016 and 2012 and 2008 and 2005 and 1997 and 1995 and 1992 and 1989 and that weird one in 1966."

Promise us that if you complete any of these projects, you'll send us a picture! We'd love to see them. You could sew your work as patches on a jean vest, you could create a pouch for all your Lego video games to fit into, or you could just trim up the fabric around and hang the embroidery hoops on your wall as art! There are so many options. Also, bonus points if you send us a picture of you creating these crafts while wearing a Batman costume. Please, make this happen.

Design Credit: Abby Bartels

Yes, it’s that time of year again! Why, it seemed like just yesterday that everyone was sitting at the edge of their seats, wondering if The Revenant would walk home with all of the awards, or if Mad Max: Fury Road could race to the finish line, getting an underdog win. Now, with the new list of nominees we can all only ponder who will reign victorious. There can be only one! (Why wasn’t The Highlander nominated this year?) Of course, a big award celebration like the Oscars is a great way for you to throw a party, so we’ve put together some tips for throwing a successful party for the Academy Awards. These party ideas should help you get your party plans in gear for the ceremonious occasion.

Twas the night before the Oscars, when all through the party

Not a creature was stirring, not even Tom Hardy;

The movie posters were hung by the red carpet with care,

In hopes that the golden prize soon would be there;

The children were nestled all snug in their beds,

While visions of Judy Hopps danced in their heads.

Movie Costumes to Wear

This year marks the 89th Academy Awards, which means there are 89 years’ worth of winners from the last century. That’s a lot of great characters, compelling stories, and, of course, renowned outfits. Parties are always more fun with costumes, so why not make your Oscar party a themed dress-up bash? The lengthy history of the Academy Awards means that there are plenty of great award-winning characters to dress like. There are also a whole list of potential winners for this year to choose from; just look at some of these great costumes based on great films:

2017 Oscar Nominees

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This year has quite a few great nominees, so let's start with some of the potential winners this year. Shoot for the stars! Here’s a full list of the nominees this year. Moana and Zootopiaare both competing for best animated film. Natalie Portman’s performance from Jackie is another one to watch. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is on the list for best costume design nominee, and Star Trek Beyond and Suicide Squad are both battling it out for makeup and hairstyling awards. Doctor Strange and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story are both up for a visual effects award. That means you have plenty of options to choose from for this year! Here are just some of our great costumes based on this year’s nominees.

Lawrence of Arabia– Best Picture Winner 1963

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Based on the life of T.E. Lawrence, Lawrence of Arabia stands as one of the most intelligent and breathtaking movies ever made. The movie took home seven awards, a feat that few movies have ever topped. Creating the look of Peter O’Toole’s Lawrence is fairly easy with our Sheik costume.

Rocky– Best Picture Winner 1976

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The true underdog story! Rocky Balboa showed the world that even a no-good “bum” could rise to the rank of champion. It only took home three awards, but sparked a multi-film franchise that has stood the test of time. If you want to look like Sylvester Stallone’s portrayal of the most famous boxer, then all you need is our Rocky robe and shorts. And, of course, a perfect Italian accent.

Forrest Gump– Best Picture Winner 1995

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Everyone knows that life is like a box of chocolates, and that’s all thanks to Forrest Gump, the lovable character played by Tom Hanks. The film was nominated for 13 awards, including best actor in a leading role, which Tom won. For your Oscar party, you can dress like classic Forrest, our favorite, Running Forrest, or Jenny's flower girl outfit.

Braveheart– Best Picture Winner 1996

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You may take his life, but you may never take his freeedddoom! Mel Gibson directed and starred in this stirring drama about the Scottish hero, William Wallace. This Braveheart costume is for those who aren’t shy about wearing a kilt!

Gladiator– Best Picture Winner 2001

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The Academy Awards seems to love historical dramas! Of course, it’s kind of hard not to get immediately sucked into the movie, Gladiator. Filled with sword fights, revenge, romance, and political backstabbing, this movie captures all the tragedy of Roman society in a highly entertaining fashion.

Chicago– Best Picture 2002

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Chicago delivers in every aspect, so it’s no surprise that it took the 2002 award for Best Picture. It perfectly captured the flavor of the roaring 20’s and gave us the show-stopping character of Roxie Hart. You can create your own version of Roxie Hart with our flapper costumes and wigs.

Lord of the Rings: Return of the King– Best Picture 2004

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Proof that Lord of the Rings isn’t just for nerds and Led Zeppelin, the Academy Awards granted Peter Jackson with the Best Picture award in 2004. He breathed cinematic life into the pages of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic series and these Lord of the Rings costumes should breathe life into your look for the party.

Oscar Party Awards Ideas

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Well, the actors and directors will be walking home with a few awards, but so should the guests of your party! Before you invite your friends over, make a list of awards to give away to your friends. You can use some of our trophies, or create special awards of your own! Here’s a list of potential prizes and honors to give during your Oscars party. Of course, you can always create your own awards for the event!

• Best Dressed– Give this award to the person who went all-out with their costume.
• Comedic Performance at the Party– Give this award to anyone who tells the best jokes, or provides the most comedic entertainment during the party.
• Future Predictor– Give this award to the person who correctly guesses the most winners throughout the night.
• Earliest Arrival– Give this to the person who decides to show up 30 minutes before the start time of the party. (There’s always one of those guests that does that!)
• Daring Popcorn Bowl– Give this to the person who makes the strangest combination from the popcorn bar… and finishes their concoction.

Oscar Party Snack Ideas

Popcorn Bar

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The glue that holds any great party together is the snacks! Have you ever been to a great party that didn’t have great snacks? Yeah, didn’t think so! Since the Academy Awards is truly a celebration of movies, the food should reflect that long tradition of a visit to a movie theater to check out the latest blockbuster. The premiere snack of choice for any visit to the theater has always been popcorn, but you’re going to want to add a little pizazz to the classic movie treat. We have two words for you: popcorn bar! That’s right; a popcorn bar is the perfect way to infuse that theater style into your party food. All you need are some simple items from this list:

• Microwave Popcorn
• M&M's
• Reese's Pieces
• Peanuts
• Mini Marshmallows
• Milk Duds
• Gummi Bears
• Any other movie candy that you can't live without!

Just pour your various ingredients in separate bowls with scoops. Give each party member a small bowl of their own and let them customize their own snack bowl! Who will choose the wackiest combo? Only time will tell!

Well, now that you have a few ideas, it's time to send the invitations and get that party started! What costume do you want to wear for the Oscars? Which movies do you think will take home the most Oscars and do you think that Highlander will make surprise appearance and steal all the awards? (That's what we're hoping for!) Check out our movie costumes, start popping that popcorn, and enjoy the show!

Every sport has their "big game" and, usually, it is a grand finale with the best teams competing at the very end of the season to claim the most respected title: champion. But not for NASCAR. Instead, they start the season with the most prestigious race, the Daytona 500, which also offers the largest pay day for the top finishers. For many racecar drivers, their goal is to one day make it to Victory Lane at the Daytona 500. Unfortunately, many of them fall short of this goal due to the difficulty of the track and for some, a string of bad luck. Even though Daytona International Speedway has a reputation for its massive wrecks and high speeds, it isn't the only race track on the NASCAR circuit that drivers have difficulty navigating. We decided to take a look at some of the toughest tracks in NASCAR, along with the drivers who have been fortunate enough to take the most victory laps at each of these raceways.

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What's your favorite part about NASCAR? Is it the excitement of a close finish? Someone getting loose in turn three as you anxiously anticipate a pileup? Or the goosebumps you get when someone proclaims, "Start your engines"? There are just so many things to love about NASCAR that we cannot choose either. Feel free to share your answers with us in the comments below, and if you have a favorite track to visit or a driver that you are always rooting for, we would love to hear about that, too. If you're feeling like dressing up in a NASCAR costume for Halloween, we fully support that. In fact, we might just join you! "Boogity boogity boogity, let's go racing!"

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If you’re a baller on a budget who still wants to take part in all the frightening fun that Halloween has to offer, then you have definitely come to the right place, our frugal friend! We know the best ways to celebrate without having to break open your precious piggy bank. So, put down the hammer and start perusing our site because you can find a costume that will make you look like a million bucks. And the best part is no one will have to know that you literally spent a few dollars on it. That’s right; some of these costumes are less expensive than the fast-food value meal you gobbled down for lunch. Plus, even if you don’t like dressing up, we’ll fill you in on easy ways you can take part in the celebration without wearing a traditional head-to-toe costume. You’ll be able to really cut loose this year at the monster mash knowing that your wallet hasn’t paid the ultimate price!

sale costumes for men

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We truly commend you on your penny-pinching ways! Be proud of your thrifty qualities and show off a costume that lets people know they don’t have to fork over a ton of cash in order to get a five-star costume that people will recognize and admire. We’ll hook you up with a garment that is cheap in price, but definitely not cheap in value. In fact, you can get more than one use out of any of these sale costumes. Just stash them away in your closet for next year! All of the costumes below are at least 40% off, so you’ll be saving a ton of money by choosing to wear one of these. From ninjas to convicts, we have tons of costumes on sale for every kind of guy. Plus, can you really ever go wrong with a Pee Wee Herman costume? C’mon, Pee Wee never goes out of style!

sale costumes for women

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Psst, come closer! We want to fill you in on a little secret: it’s SO crazy expensive being a lady in this day and age! Wow, it’s unbelievable the prices of some of our most loved items: purses, heels, dresses, just name it and we’ll be the first to tell you that it costs a boat-load of moolah! It’s such a tragedy that we have to spend an arm and a leg on a costume that’s fun to wear while also making us feel our most confident, but guess what? You don’t have to! We’ve compiled some of our most stylish and money-savvy costumes that we have to offer. Take a peek and pick out the one that you find the most alluring. Also, did we mention that all of these women's costumes are more than 40% off their original price? So you CAN be a sexy Hollywood starlet with a glittery red dress and satin purple gloves for a fraction of the price. Finally, some sweet satisfaction! Alright, now give us a high-five!

sale costumes for children

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Even though your child is small, the amount of money you spend on him is probably very large. Of course, there are tons of trips to the ice cream shop for yummy treats and even treks to the toy store for the new plaything they’ve been eyeing. But you know what? Your kid deserves it and they definitely deserve a quality costume that they want to wear. They can still have a blast collecting candy in a costume that won’t run you dry, plus it will look way cooler than the bedsheet ghost you were trying to bribe them with! Whether your little girl has her heart set on a beautiful Elsa costume or your little boy wants nothing more than to save people in his firefighter costume, don’t worry because we got all the hookups! All of these kid’s costumes on sale are contemporary, recognizable, yet totally affordable, and by affordable we mean that they are less than 20 bucks. Yup, you read that correctly! All of these bargain costumes are $19.99 or less so you’ll have plenty of dinero left over to buy a Halloween treat for yourself too. Go ahead…indulge!

create your own costume

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Is dressing up in a complete head-to-toe costume just really not your style? But are you also sick of being roasted by your buddies for not dressing up on perhaps the most fun holiday of the year? Well, we have a quick, convenient, and completely low-cost alternative that you will feel comfortable in. You can still get in on the Halloween fun by creating your own costume using costume tees and accessory kits. You won’t feel awkward in your get-up and you won’t have to spend a pretty penny either. All of these items are either $14.99 or less so you will still have plenty of money left over for happy hour with your friends. Let these pieces inspire your unique look and your wallet will thank you for it, too! 

Well, we hope that we’ve helped you find a low-cost costume that didn’t make you dig into your emergency fund for extra cash. Remember, all of these clearance costumes are cheap but not at all cheaply made. Be sure to check out our clearance section and all of our sale costumes for men, women, and children then pick out the one that best suits you and your budget!

Hey! Listen! What was your first Zelda game? Some players have been with the series since 1987, the year the first game was released in America. (The Legend of Zelda officially was first released in 1986 in Japan.) Other players joined the Hyrule adventure in 1998, over a decade later, with the Nintendo 64's Ocarina of Time. And we imagine now, new, young players picking up their 3DS and helping guide Toon Link through his quest in the handheld entries to the franchise. Throughout all of these games, our hero, Link, has evolved and transformed, little by little, due to graphics upgrades, designer and developer choices, outfits, and even hair color. In our infographic, we show all of these changes and give you insight into why the differences happened. So, if you're as excited as we are to plug in the Nintendo Switch for the first time on March 3rd, and play the newest Zelda game, Breath of the Wild, we hope you enjoy this blog. It's dangerous to go alone! Take this.

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Of all the appearances of Link, which is your favorite? Ocarina was such a great game, buuut we do have to admit, Wind Waker's little Toon Link is pretty adorable. While you wait for the Switch's release (just days away, now!), you can take a look at our Zelda costumes and accessories.

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It’s Morphin Time! The Power Rangers are back in theaters for the first time in over twenty years and they’ve brought a new look with them. The latest version of the Rangers will feature an all-new cast with more futuristic uniforms and Zords, but will also include some familiar faces. Power Rangers is a reboot that will feature the original Rangers and other characters from the first Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series that debuted in the US in 1993.

In a world where reboots have been more prominent, it makes sense that Power Rangers would get the opportunity to reuse characters and elements from the original series. One of the facts people may not realize is that Power Rangers itself actually reuses footage from the Japanese tokusatu Super Sentai. For the most part, scenes featuring the English-speaking actors were spliced with fight scenes from its Sentai source. Each season of Power Rangers is paired with a different season of Super Sentai, which explains why there are so many different uniforms as they had to match with the source. Being that Power Rangers is in its 24th season (with a 25th confirmed), there have been quite a few different uniforms over the years. Check them all out in our infographic below!

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Wow, that’s a lot of rangers! Which uniforms are your favorite? Were you a fan of the series growing up? Whether you only recognize them from pop culture references or you’ve binge watched them for 17 days straight, leave a comment and let us know all your Power Rangers thoughts! If you’re planning to Go Go to the theater this weekend to see Power Rangers this weekend, you might want to check out our selection of Power Rangers costumes. You never know what time will be morphin’ time!

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Girls rock. It’s really quite as simple as that. Strong women have been blazing a path to the future for centuries now, even if the history books haven’t always given them the proper attention that they deserve. Even pop culture has been bringing us a wide array of tough girls who kick butt, take names, and make history. Of course, that makes dressing up as one of your favorite female heroes all the more satisfying. Not only do you get to express your inner strength, but you get to manifest in a cool costume of one of the many women who’ve left their mark on this world. Below, you can find some of our best collections of girl power inspired costumes.

Historical Girl Power Costumes

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First, let’s take a look a real-life, historic female figures. Much of history shines the spotlight on men, but the cogs of progress would never keep turning without strong women blazing a path forward! All the way back in ancient Egypt, Cleopatra used cunning and savvy political alliances to take control of her country. Betsy Ross created the iconic flag that became the symbol of the U.S. of America, which still acts a strong icon in western society. Harriet Tubman advocated for the rights of all humans when she valiantly defied racism, despite the potential for dire consequences. Annie Oakley showed the world that women could be better sharpshooters than the boys and advocated that women should be more independent. Rosie the Riveter symbolized the resilient nature of working women of World War II, who played a crucial role producing the munitions needed to continue the fight. These costumes represent all the tough women in history who never gave up!

Movie/TV Girl Power Costumes

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Adult Ghostbusters Costume - Shop       Women's Dragon Queen Costume - Shop       Adult Katniss Costume - Shop

The silver screen has also brought us memorable female leads. Women have been taking more proactive roles in Hollywood each year, from deadly warriors like Xena to hard hitting baseball stars like Dottie Hinson, there are plenty of great role models to choose from. We even had an all new line-up female Ghostbuster who were kicking spectral butt and taking names. Then, there are characters like Hunger Games' Katniss Everdeen and Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones, who have taken the reigns as political powerhouses. We even have Beatrix Kiddo from Kill Bill stepping foot into the world of action movies. Each of one these characters are a great idea for any girl trying to get into the spirit of girl power in popular culture. These costume ideas are all versions of some of the girl power seen in TV and movies.

Superhero Girl Power Costumes

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Adult Storm Costume - Shop         Valkyrie Costume - Shop             Kid's Batgirl Costume - Shop

Originally, comic books were a boys’ club. That began to shift when William Moulton Marston created Wonder Woman in 1941. Marston’s wife suggested that he make a female superhero and together, the couple ended up creating the now famous hero. Marston, a psychologist, believed firmly in the ideals of feminism and used Wonder Woman as a way to express some of those ideas. These days, we’re seeing comic book publishers infuse their pages with more strong female characters, rather than some of the tired tropes of the past. Marvel has brought us Storm, one of the defining characters in the X-Men series, along with Spider-Gwen. Even the mighty Mjolnir has chosen a new female wielder to take on the mantle of Thor. It certainly is a sign of a changing tide! These costumes reflect some of the hardest hitting female heroes in the superhero game.

Star Wars Girl Power Costumes

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The Star Wars universe brings us a fairly long history of strong characters. Back in 1977, George Lucas introduced us to Princess Leia, a headstrong leader of the Rebel Alliance who was more into giving orders than taking them. Later, Padme Amidala showed us that politicians could do more than just shout at each other during senate hearings when she retook her throne on Naboo. Ahsoka Tano came to the rescue of the Republic on countless occasions during the Clone Wars. More recently, Jyn Erso taught us that anyone can rise to ranks of a hero, even a criminal with a spotted past, and Rey found herself able to go toe to toe with Kylo Ren in a duel. Despite the fact that she sided with the villains, Captain Phasma shows great ambition by rising to the top of the ranks in the First Order’s forces. All of these costumes capture the nature of all the powerful women in the galaxy far, far away.

Cartoon Girl Power Costumes

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Tina Belcher Costume - Shop           Child Princess Bubblegum Costume - Shop       Child Lisa Simpson Costume - Shop

Cartoons have been a natural haven for girl power figures! From kid’s shows, to more adult themed anime, there’s a ton of girl power going on in cartoons. The Powerpuff Girls just had a new show launch on Cartoon Network, introducing a whole new generation to the crime-fighting trio. Mikasa Ackerman kicks some Titan butt in Attack on Titan, while Tina Belcher and Lisa Simpson show the world that smart, sassy girls can accomplish anything they set their minds to. Check out some of these girl power costumes based on cartoon characters. You can fight space aliens, bad guys, Titans, or even the everyday challenges of teenage while wearing one of them.

Which girl power costume is your favorite? Also, be sure to check out the rest of our costumes for women and girls to create your own girl power style!

Are you and best friend literally attached at the hip? Okay, not literally, but you get what we mean! We’ve debated and deliberated and we decided that having a bestie in high school is actually more vital than owning a cell phone. Allow us to explain… Who else are you going to pass notes to when you’re sitting in Chemistry class bored out of your mind? Your BFF of course. Plus, it’s not like you could eat a tub of chocolate frosting in your PJs while binge watching The Vampire Diaries with just anyone! You need your ride-or-die sister-from-another-mister by your side to partake in all of your slightly awkward favorite activities. In fact, you need your other half with you to partake in everything you do, even Halloween! It's obvious your bestie is vital to your very existence (that might be a slight exaggeration, but you understand), so we’ve conjured up some of our cutest costumes for BFFs. We have tons of options to fit all kinds of bestie relationships so pick out your favorite, put it on, and start posing for some Instagram posts. Your "likes" are going to skyrocket!

Angel and Devil Halloween Costumes

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Is your best friend usually filling your head with tons of clever ways to get into trouble? Or maybe YOU’RE the one who's coming up with all the mischievous schemes and your bestie has to be the voice of reason. Either way, our angel and devil costumes will be a great way to give people some insight into your dramatically different personalities. Plus, this is a classic good/bad combo that never goes out of style!

Cher and Dionne from Clueless

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Thinking about wearing your Halloween costume from last year? AS IF, you must be buggin'! You and your BFF are trendsetting fashionistas who should be maxing out daddy’s credit card on Rodeo Drive, not recycling old frocks. Show off your love for the best coming-of-age comedy film from the 90's by wearing our exclusive Cher and Dionne costumes. It’s perfect for total Betty besties who look great in plaid and enjoy talking like Valley Girls from time to time. Like... totally!

Batman and Robin Halloween Costumes

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C’mon all you superhero-obsessed girls, it’s time to put down your comics and start perusing our costumes! If you and your twin-flame love to bury your noises inside of the brightly colored pages of DC comic books, then you two will love suiting up in Batman and Robin costumes. You’ll have fun patrolling the school halls, pretending to protect Gotham streets. This BFF costume is perfect for those who love doing everything with their sidekick! 

Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn Halloween Costumes

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You and your bestie are undeniably tough cookies who have a pretty intricate relationship because you’ve been by each other’s side for years! If you and your gal-pal like to play harmless pranks and get into a little bit of trouble every so often, then you’ll love dressing as Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. This costume idea is especially perfect for a brunette and a red-head!

Yellow and Pink Power Rangers

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You two are never ones to play the damsels in distress. On the contrary, you guys have been kicking butt together since kindergarten! Needless to say, you and your homegirl have grown up to become “teenagers with attitude.” You two will have fun morphing into the Yellow Ranger and Pink Ranger and then reliving your childhood days. Go ahead, pretend to hunt down Rita Repulsa. We won't judge! 

Sandy and Rizzo from Grease

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Okay, technically Sandy and Rizzo are frenemies. However, we’d like to think their friendship blossomed after the two graduated from Rydell High. If you two love to listen to the Grease soundtrack whenever you’re on a road trip together, then you’ll love getting into character by dressing up as Sandy and Rizzo! After all, you guys go together like, "ramma lamma lamma ka dinga da dinga dong!" 

Audrey Hepburn & Marilyn Monroe

Halloween Costumes

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These two were unstoppable forces during their day and they continue to be style icons. There’s no denying that both of these women ruled the Hollywood scene just like you and your bestie rule the halls of your high school. Don the classic white dress costume to become the blonde bombshell Marilyn Monroe and wear this all black ensemble to transform into Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's!

2 Broke Girls Halloween Costumes

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Would you like french fries or onion rings with your cheeseburger? You and your bestie will be ready to take orders at The Williamsburg Diner once you both are wearing the 2 Broke Girls costume, exclusively made by us. Now all you have to do is decide which one of you will be Max and which one will be Beth. Either way, you two can think up ridiculous schemes to make some cash in order to start up a delicious cupcake business. Sweet!

Anna and Elsa Frozen Halloween Costumes

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Do you think you and your best friend should rule over Arendelle? Um, of course you should, because you ladies are definitely princesses in the making! Plus, you’ll get to spend the whole night screaming “let it goooo” at the top of your lungs, no matter where the night takes you. Doesn’t that sound like a dream come true?

Mermaid and Sailor Halloween Costumes

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We are firm believers that mermaid and sailors are best friends forever, which is why they keep this very important secret: mermaids ACTUALLY do exist! They're down there lurking in the murky waters, and one day mermaids will be discovered. Until then, you'll just have to dress up as one. We have tons of adorable mermaid and sailor costumes so you and your best friend forever can both take the plunge this Halloween. Prepare to make a splash wherever you go!

Pikachu and Poké ball Halloween Costumes

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Pikachu never did spend a lot of time inside of Ash's Poké Ball, which is why this BFF costume is so funny. Whether you and your pal were avid watchers of the show back in the day or you two can't get enough of prowling the neighborhood together, searching for Charizards on Pokémon Go!, this BFF costume is the perfect choice. Plus, how adorable are those Poké Ball knee-highs?! 

Chucky and Tiffany Halloween Costumes

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You have to admit: Chucky and Tiffany are totally relationship goals… well, that's if you can ignore the epic killing spree the pair go on! If you and your bestie are horror movie fans who love to be freaked out, then you’ll like dressing up as the murderous doll duo who still randoly pop up in our nightmares. Get your hands on some fake weapons to amp up the scare factor. Everyone will think twice before agreeing to playtime with you two! 

Cheshire Cat & Alice Halloween Costumes

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If it weren’t for the Cheshire Cat, Alice would still be meandering around Wonderland trying to figure out what the heck to do! If you and your bestie are on a mission to look enchanting, whimsical, and wonderful this Halloween, an Alice in Wonderland theme is your best bet. Outfit yourselves as Alice and the Cheshire Cat and watch your fanciful evening unfurl right before your very eyes!

Dory and Nemo Halloween Costumes

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You two will be twinning and finning when you dress as the two cutest fishies under the sea! If you two loved watching Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo and Finding Dory then you’ll love dressing up as the main characters. Make sure you really swish those fins while you're rocking these Nemo and Dory costumes. Oh, and if you happen to see a really big boat out in the distance, don't go and touch it. We would hate to see you two get separated!

Orange is the New Black Halloween Costumes

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Piper and Alex have a pretty complicated relationship: sometimes they’re enemies, sometimes they’re besties, and sometimes well, they’re much more than friends! Anyway, if you two are partners in crime who can’t get enough of the juicy HBO series, Orange is the New Black, then why not become Litchfield Penitentiary’s most popular couple? Shackle yourselves up in orange jumpsuits, and be sure to add a pair of black frame glasses for the Alex costume! 

We hope that this collection of BFF costumes will inspire you and your bestie. Whether you want your last Halloween before college to be as memorable as possible or you two are looking to start a new Halloween tradition, all of these looks are sure to create long-lasting memories. You can also check out our Couple Costume Selector to get more ideas of cute coordinating costumes for friends 'til the end! 

Hello cosplayers! Do you like shopping sprees? Do you want awesome free stuff for doing what you already do? Summer convention season is coming up fast, and we want to celebrate by showing off your best cosplay designs and reward you for all the hard work. “What kind of rewards?” you might be asking. How about $750, $400, and $200 in store credit to HalloweenCostumes.com or Fun.com! “But wait, don’t you sell costumes?” We sure do, but we know a good costume when we see it, and we really love what you do. “Okay, so how do I enter?” Here’s a summary:

How to Win

• Send one image of your cosplay to contests@fun.com by Monday, April 17, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT). Please include your name or alias and your website or main social media account (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) so that we can give proper credit if you win!
• A panel of judges at HalloweenCostumes.com will select the winners and award three prizes: $750 (First Place), $400 (Second Place), and $200 (Third Place) in store credit to HalloweenCostumes.com or Fun.com (your choice).
• We will email the winners and publish the winning images on this blog on or about Monday, April 24, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT).

Please keep these rules in mind:

1. To enter, you must be a resident of the United States and 18 years of age or older (19 if a resident of Alabama or Nebraska) or have permission from a parent or legal guardian.
2. Images may be used by HalloweenCostumes.com or Fun.com.
3. Please make sure that you own the rights to the image you submit, and don’t send anything that is offensive or contains nudity.
4. Duplicate entries and entries received after Monday, April 17, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT) will not be considered.

Read the full HalloweenCostumes.com April 2017 Cosplay Contest Rules and Regulations here.

What is Cosplay?

So what do we mean when we say “cosplay”? In short, it’s making and wearing a costume that represents a character from pop culture, whether it’s comics or film or television. Some cosplayers put together a costume from clothes and accessories, while other sew or build everything from scratch. The important distinction is that you can’t buy these costumes off the rack, they all require some amount of artistry and creativity. Here are some examples:

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This is Bastion from Overwatch as cosplayed by Mathoz. Photography by Gautier Bld Photography.

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This is Tyrion Lannister from Game of Thrones as cosplayed by Omar Diego Milla Machuca. Photography by Lenin Tadeo Rodriguez.

This is from a Harley Quinn costume and makeup tutorial made by us. We went for a fairly accurate and straight-forward representation of the character as she appeared in Suicide Squad.

Here’s our take on a pop art Wonder Woman. This has a more stylistic halftone effect like you’d find in comic books.

Now this is Owen Grady surrounded by Raptors from Jurassic World. Sometimes it’s fun to go for comical and unrealistic.

So what are you waiting for? Read the full rules here and send your best cosplay image to contests@fun.com!

Well, have you entered the contest yet? If you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the comments below! And if you’re still working on your cosplay, remember that we carry plenty of accessories for all kind of costumes!

Okay, so, you're heading to the big game. You might not have guaranteed screen time from having prime seats by the penalty box, but if you’d like to be featured on TV or the Jumbotron, there’s surely one way to stand out amongst your fellow fans: by going in costume!

Being pretty big sports fans ourselves, we’ve seen plenty of really super great costumes live on TV, posted in gifs, and for sale right here on our site. So we thought it was about time to build the ultimate guide to attending the game in costume! Whether you’d like a traditional sports costume for your next event or are looking to push the limits and become a stadium star by getting glorified seconds on the replay screen, check out these costume selections and curated choices from around the web to help you get your sports costume ideas flowing!

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Referee Costumes

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Let’s start out with a timeless and go-to costume for the big game: The referee! Often the source of consternation from fans, it’s all too easy to poke fun at the ref for botching the big call. A traditional referee costume will let you call party fouls on your fellow fans in the crowd, or a sexy referee costume might help you make a match with a fellow fan who has a fine appreciation for the rulebook. And of course, the blind referee costume will let you make that classic statement… those zebras just don’t know what they’re doin'! And, of course, you can always top off a referee costume with an actual zebra mask for a real funny touch.

Costumes for Football Fans

Vintage Helmet - Shop     Seahawks Mask - Shop     D-Fence Costume - Shop     

Football Costume - Shop     Kid's Patriots Uniform - Shop

What’s more classic than the D and the Fence showing up at the stadium? (We sell that costume set!) You could also go to the gridiron in a polyfoam football costume to show your all around appreciation for the game, or dress your little ones in an authentic NFL costume set for their first trip to the big game. An NFL mask saves you precious time on doing your facepaint in the morning (not to mention the cleanup), but we also sell plenty of makeup to make sure your face is painted in your team's colors. And a vintage football helmet always makes for a classy addition to your normal jersey getup!

MAscot costumes

Mascot Bull - Shop     Bulldog Mascot - Shop     Kangaroo Mascot - Shop     

Mascot Chicken - Shop      Sasquatch Costume - Shop

So going in a sports costume might make you famous, but one-upping the team's mascot with your own mascot costume? That's going to make you legendary! We have a variety of animal costumes and "almost an animal" costumes that would be perfect for your trip to the arena. You could be a slam dunking bull, a ferocious bulldog, or even a hopped up kangaroo! To stretch your imagination even further, consider going in a mascot chicken costume to help distract the opposing team during free throws, or go as a Sasquatch to have the legendary creature supporting your home team. Because nobody messes with Sasquatch!

Sport Movie Character costumes

Jackie Moon Suit - Shop     Clubber Lang Mask - Shop     Rocky Mask - Shop     

Dodgeball Jersey - Shop     Dottie Costume - Shop     Blades of Glory Jumpsuit - Shop

Do you love sports movies? Yeah, we do too! Whether you're into serious sports biopics or more lighthearted jaunts like Blades of Glory or Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, we have epic sports movie themed costumes that will let you bring your favorite fictional characters to life. Grab a Rocky Balboa mask and get ready to yell out "Adrian!" or choose one of our exclusive A Leage of their Own costumes to join the All-American Girls Professional Baseball Assocation. Whichever costume you choose, we're sure it's going to be a knock-out and a home run!

Zentai suits

Purple Morphsuit - Shop     Red Morphsuit - Shop     Green Man Morphsuit - Shop     

Yellow Morphsuit - Shop     Blue Morphsuit - Shop

Which of course, brings us back to where we started, the green man Zentai suit. "The Green Men" terrorized the opposing team's penalty box at Rogers Center, home of the Vancouver Canucks, from December 2009 until they retired after the 2014-2015 season. But their antics will truly go down in the history books of sports fandom. Vince Vaughn cutouts, magic tricks, throwing waffles... you name it, if it could be done to try and rattle an opposing player, these two did it. Since they (along with It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia) inspired so many others to attend games in spandex Zentai suits, you know that we most definitely sell the iconic green suit with other terrific colors to choose from as well. Pick one up to up the ante on your arena antics!

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(We'd like to note that handstands are currently banned in NHL arenas. But don't let that discourage you!)

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amazing sports costumes out in the wild!

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Phins? Fins? Dolphin costumes? If you're a Miami Dolphins fan, it seems like going to the game in a Dolphin costume is pretty much a no-brainer!

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We don't care how many hours of prepping and painting are involved, customizing a Stormtrooper costume with your NFL team's colors and logos is a downright awesome idea. And who knows, maybe the power of the Dark Side will help turn your teams record around!

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Okay, so this was kind a of once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but the fan who wore his Marty McFly costume to the Cubs playoff games in 2015 seemed to be hoping that the team would win the World Series as predicted in Back the the Future II. While that prediction didn't come true, Cubs fans didn't have to wait long with the team winning it all in 2016!

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Sometimes when choosing a costume, the best idea is to just keep it simple. These guys are clearly "Bananas for the Bills" as their sign states, and the banana costumes simply seal the deal. We're on board with the concept, and we have to say that we heartily endorse it too. After all, as the late Tim Russert would say, "If it's Sunday ... go Bills!"

So what do you think? Did we give you enough costume choices to sate your appetite for game day? Are your creative juices really flowing now? Are you ready for your fleeting moment of Jumbotron glory or to be featured on the national broadcast!? Then check out our sports costumes and make your selections. And let us know how your trip to the stadium goes... because we never, ever, get tired of seeing our costumes in action!

What’s crackin’ readers? Easter is around the corner and we are less than a month away from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 to grace our presence in theaters and more than likely get some sweet throwback music stuck in our heads for the summer. The latest movie, which is the fifteenth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, will feature the return of our favorite heroes along with other familiar faces in different roles, and even some new friends and foes as well.

We’re so egg-cited for the new movie that we couldn’t help but create some fun Easter egg costumes featuring characters from Marvel’s favorite group of misfits. Check them out below!

Download the Guardians of the Galaxy Easter Egg Costume Printables

The Guardians of the Galaxy

"So, we're saving the galaxy again?"

"Groot, put your seatbelt on!"

Star Lord Egg Costume Printable - Download   Gamora Egg Costume Printable - Download

Rocket Raccoon Egg Costume Printable - Download   Groot Egg Costume Printable - Download

Drax Egg Costume Printable - Download   Milano Egg Holder Printable - Download

It took awhile for Star Lord, Gamora, Rocket, Groot, and Drax to come together as a team initially, but now they’re back and ready to save the galaxy once again! What kind of shenanigans will they get into while on this adventure? We're not quite sure, but it sure looks like we'll be seeing plenty more of the fun dynamic between each of them. You can make the whole team of Guardians as eggs and even Star Lord's ship, the Milano, if you want something egg-xtra to hold them in! 

Yondu, Taserface, Nebula, and Mantis

"You feel...love!"

Yondu Egg Costume Printable - Download   Nebula Egg Costume Printable - Download

Taserface Egg Costume Printable - Download   Mantis Egg Costume Printable - Download

Yondu and Nebula aren’t new faces, in particular, but it appears they’re now on the Guardians' side this time around (maybe not the whole time). Yondu, however, seems to be facing mutiny from his fellow Ravagers, led by newcomer Taserface (who is as ugly as his name makes him sound). The team is also joined by Mantis, who we don't get to see much of, but she does reveal Star Lord's "deepest, darkest secret" in one of the trailers. 

The Villain: Ayesha

"Just who do you think you are?"

Ayesha Egg Costume Printable - Download

Being that Ronan the Accuser was vanquished in the first film and Thanos is shaping up to be the big bad in next year’s Avengers: Infinity War, Guardians looks to feature a brand new villain in Ayesha. Ayesha is the High Priestess of a colony known as the Sovereign and we don't know much about her aside from the fact that the wants to destroy the Guardians. Oh, she's also really, really gold. 

Download them All

If you'd like go all out and make all the Guardians of the Galaxy Easter eggs, simply click on the image above to get all of the costumes together on one file! 

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 Trailer

Who else might show up on Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2? We know that Star Lord’s father, Ego the Living Planet, will appear. Anyone familiar with Ego knows that he can take many forms, but in the latest trailer, he looks strikingly similar to Kurt Russell. According to director James Gunn, the film will also include the return of several others, more newcomers, and even a role for Sylvester Stallone that has been kept under wraps. Check out the latest trailer below.

Who’s your favorite Guardians of the Galaxy character? We really like Rocket and Groot and are excited to have been able to create them in Egg form for Easter. Would you like to see any other characters as eggs? If you’re a fan of Marvel, why not check out our Avengers eggs. We’ve also made egg costumes of characters from Adventure Time and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. They’re all egg-ceptional, so why not dress up your eggs and dress yourself up in Guardians of the Galaxy costumes or other cool superhero costumes as well. Egg-cellent!

Egg Design Credit: Kate Lemke

Graphic and Set Credit: TSJ

The ballots are in, the votes have been tallied, the numbers have been tabulated, the sums have been checked, and all kinds of other voting things happened. After much deliberation, we have selected the winners of our HalloweenCostumes.com April 2017 Cosplay Contest. Remember that the prizes were $750 (First Place), $400 (Second Place), and $200 (Third Place) in store credit to HalloweenCostumes.com or Fun.com for putting together a truly awesome cosplay.

Before we get to the winning cosplay contestants, we’ve got some big news. We picked this round of winners, but there were so many mind-blowing entries that we want to let the fans decide next time! Be sure to check our blog frequently (or just subscribe to our RSS feed) for your chance to vote!

Here are the winners:

First Place

Vivid Vivka as the Witch Doctor from Diablo 3. We loved how outrageous this cosplay was, the little details and contrasting colors, plus the amount of work that must have gone into it. (This is a common theme among the winners.) The green digital effects were a nice touch, too. (Photography by Saffels Photography.)

Second Place

Ebony Amber as Jareth from Labyrinth. This was an all-around fun gender-swapped cosplay. In her submission, Ebony Amber mentioned that the beads weren't glued, but were all sewn by hand!

Third Place

JediManda as Padmé Amidala from Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace. The accuracy and attention to detail here is fantastic. You can feel the texture of the cloth just by looking at it! (Photography by Alexandra Lee Studios.)

What do you think? Were you as impressed as we were with these fantastic costumes? Let us know in the comments! And remember that it’s not over with: we’ll be running another contest soon, and this time we’ll let the fans vote on the winner! In the meantime, check out some of our own Star Wars costumes!

If the Mos Eisley Spaceport is a “wretched hive of scum and villainy”, then surely Chalmun’s Cantina is the center of that hive. Popularly known as the “Mos Eisley Cantina”, Chalmun’s is the dim bar where Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi first meet Han Solo and Chewbacca in Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. But in addition to freighter pilots and smugglers like Han Solo, the cantina is home to bounty hunters and imperial spies and men with “the death sentence on twelve systems”. No droids, though, because the bartender Wuher likes to keep out the riff-raff.

This is a visual guide to the many colorful characters in Chalmun’s Cantina on that single day in year 0 BBY (Before the Battle of Yavin). Of course, in the real world, these characters were filmed over the course of several weeks in 1976: exterior shots in Ajim, Djerba, Tunisia on April 2-3 and interior shots on Stage 6 at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England on April 13-21. (A final set of close-ups was also filmed at Hollywood Center Studios in Hollywood, California in early 1977.) Our guide is based primarily on in-universe Star Wars canon sources and behind-the-scenes details. Any no-longer-canon “Legends” (formerly the “Expanded Universe”) sources are noted accordingly.

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What did you think? Who is your favorite character from Chalmun’s Cantina? In fact, let’s open up the comments to Star Wars in general. Where were you when you first saw A New Hope? How many times have you seen The Last Jedi teaser? We’d like to thank the StarWars.com Databank, Wookieepedia, and AmShak at The Bothan Spy Forums for some facts used in this guide, and we can’t forget the (often uncredited) actors and artists and designers who brought these characters to life. If all this talk has got you in the Star Wars mood, remember that we carry all kinds of Star Wars costumes for adults and kids!

Design Credit: Jacob Kuddes

There were so many fantastic entries in our April 2017 Cosplay Contest that it was difficult picking only three winners! So we decided to run a second contest with our top 20 featured cosplays and leave the voting up to the fans. This time we’re giving $1,000 in store credit to HalloweenCostumes.com or Fun.com to the winner. That’s right, it’s a People’s Choice Cosplay Contest, and you get to help decide who wins it all!

How to Vote

• Leave a comment below or email contests@fun.com and tell us who should win and why. You have until Monday, May 15, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT) to vote!

It’s that easy. Let us know which of these cosplayers is the best and why they should win the $1,000. You don’t have to write an essay, but we’ll be super impressed if you do! And just to keep this voting process fair, please keep these rules in mind:

• Automated and duplicate votes will be disqualified.
• Only votes for the 20 contestants will be counted.
• Votes received after Monday, May 15, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT) will not be considered.

We will email the winner and publish the winning image on this blog on or about Monday, May 22, 2017 at 12:00 PM Central (CDT).

Featured Contestants

Adam Shefki

Adam Shefki of Fused Creations as Immortan Joe. (Photography by Justine Louise Photography.)

Brian

Brian/antman.selfies as Ant-Man. (Photography by MC Illusion Photography.)

Caitlin Michelle

Caitlin Michelle as Deadpool.

Carla Croft

Carla Croft Cosplay as Ashelia B'nargin Dalmasca.

Chris Villain

Chris Villainas Iceman.

CorcidCosplay

CorcidCosplay as Alexstrasza.

d-slim

d-slim as the Megazord. (Photography by Amori Photography.)

Ebony Amber

Ebony Amber as Jareth.

Extreme Costumes

Extreme Costumes as Iron Man Hulkbuster. (Photography by Ian Travis Barnard.)

Grellish

Grellish as Ryuk. Photography by Keyaroscuro.

JediManda

JediManda as Padmé Amidala. (Photography by Alexandra Lee Studios.)

Jim Goff

Jim Goff of Board Game Beasts as Casey Jones.

KEM Cosplay

KEM Cosplay as Monster Hunter 3 Zinogre Armor. (Photography by Nick Sullivan.)

Lekár Cosplay

Lekár Cosplay as Mysterio.

Maweezy Cosplay

Maweezy Cosplay as "Battle Sally", a Nightmare Before Christmas mash-up.

outlaw2lk

outlaw2lk as Voltron.

Sayakat

Sayakat as Tyrande Whisperwind. (Photography by Mineralblu Photography.)

Vert Vixen

Vert Vixen as the Lich Queen. (Photography by Paincakes Photography.)

Vivid Vivka

Vivid Vivka as the Diablo 3 Witch Doctor. (Photography by Saffels Photography.)

Walkin' & Rollin' Costumes

Walkin' & Rollin' Costumes as Ant-Man and His Ant, Antony.

So who do you think should win? If you have any questions, you can also leave them in the comments or email contests@fun.com. We’ll do our best to monitor the comments and emails and get back to you. And if you’re thinking of designing your own cosplay, we’ve got a wide variety of accessories to help!