Zombies Remain Popular for Party Themes and for Cstumes

Every year as Halloween come near people get invited to costume parties.  And, every year the same dilemma occurs, deciding what costume will really get noticed, perhaps enough to win a prize in a costume contest.  If you want to be certain that you are wearing something that will set you apart, it needs to be unique.  Expensive may not get you the intended results, since an expensive costume that looks like the inexpensive one for the same character may not get the notice desired judges of the contest.

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Zombies Are Popular

And Zombies Are Unique.

Whether you are into scary horror movies or not, you probably know what a Zombie is, a person who is supposed to be dead, yet walks around.  So, how do Zombies dress?  Well, a movie can have hundreds of extras playing Zombies and each will dress differently.  There is no one definitive costume.  Basically, Zombies walk stiff legged, so their clothing is usually a bit tattered which can be attributed to their bumping into things causing damage to their clothing.  The typical Zombie is bloodied, which can be associated with the manner the Zombie died.  And, some dirty element is often there, since the Zombie may have been buried in the past.  But aside from those things there is nothing that says Zombie. There is no giant S, no black cape, and no pointed ears.  The clothing the Zombie wears is whatever the Zombie had on when the Zombie died.  Fake blood or a protruding weapon can help say Zombie, but can be taken from a wide range of possibilities.

Zombie Costumes Are Plentiful

Actually, a Zombie party can itself be fun, where all the guests come as Zombies.  A grave yard decorating theme, a few well chosen decorations, and Zombie party supplies can make a fun night, especially on Halloween.  I especially like the fake labels for the drinks.

Suppose a person wears a Superman costume.  Then, at a party a second person comes in as Superman.  There certainly will be comparisons made, and let’s face it, not every costume has every detail.  Oh, it is possible that two different authentic costumes will be worn, since Superman, like most comic book characters, evolved over the years.  But, after an original Superman costume and a modern Superman costume, what else is there?  So, in the costume contest any person dressed as Superman runs into a problem, the judges probably have seen a very similar costume before, even last year.  This eliminates the uniqueness prize, and probably the best costume prize.

Zombies each can have a unique look, but only if the person wearing the costume is creative.  Add to it.  Add a fake dagger and some fake blood.  The fake dagger should give the impression of being embedded in the Zombie.  This will make the costume unique, but why stop there?  Make it really unique.  Pair the Zombie costume with a mask.    Even if someone else buys the same costume as you have, the odds are low that it will be altered with the same accessories, and even lower that it will be paired with the same mask.

Zombies Are Men, Women, and Children

Zombies come in both genders, so both men and women can wear Zombie costumes.  In fact, couples Zombies is a possibility.  Just watch where any accessories are placed if there is dancing at the party, they can get in the way.  

Costumes for Children

Trick or Treating

Zombie costumes for children out trick or treating will also work.  It is likely to be a popular costume for Halloween.  Children, when approaching a door, can go into their Zombie walk with their candy bag held out.  Children enjoy action, so adding the Zombie walk may heighten the enjoyment of the experience.

Of course Zombies do not speak, so children trick or treating should make the exception to staying in character by saying trick or treat.  And, they should also say thank you after the goodies are dropped into their bags.  Then they can resume the role as they walk away.

limate Friendly Costumes Climate Friendly Costumes One problem with Halloween costumes is they are often bought or made weeks in advance. This would work fine if we could know in advance if it will be warm or cold. A simple shirt change, or an added shirt beneath the outer costume can help with temperature problems. For adults, an indoor party is less likely to have a temperature problem than for children out trick or treating.

Super Halloween Party

A Halloween party, like all other parties, requires decorations that set the proper mood and good food.  But, a Halloween party also requires a decision as to whether it will be a costume party or not, and whether there will be a less scary room for small children.  Of course, the underlying idea is that it be fun. Halloween Balloons

One problem this will solve is which door leads to the bathroom.  Guests will eventually have to go there, but often do not want to impose on the host’s privacy, so they want to get the right door the first time.  But, too many people simply pull the door closed as they leave.  A door decoration, and I believe the one shown clearly says bathroom, can solve the problem.

Once inside the bathroom why not have an unexpected decoration just for shock value.  I like the shark toilet seat cover.  It is a nice touch, and people will talk about it.  In fact, people will go in the bathroom just to see it.

Costume Party

Well, a costume party can be more entertaining, but will people wear costumes that match your party theme?  Let people know the theme, and they probably will.  And, you could end up with a costume party whether or not you plan one, so make it a costume or costume optional party.  If it is a Halloween party you know some few will just have to wear a costume, so get others involved.

Costumes do not have to be elaborate.  Zombie costumes are easy, since they have no definite appearance.  A little red coloring and a scary mask will be quite enough to make a good zombie.  And, there are male and female zombies, so groups dressed as zombies are real possibilities.

Another simple costume choice is a cape and mask giving the vampire illusion.  These are easily found, and can be purchased inexpensively.  Oh, you can get the cape that would make any vampire jealous if there were such things, but it is for a one night use, so why not save money?

Of course, a scary mask can itself be enough, especially if it is scary enough.

Scary Party A scary party is flexible enough to allow for some people to express themselves with their costumes, and easy to find party supplies and decorations to support.  And, it could make things easier for those coming in from taking children trick or treating.  Allow your guests to have a good time, and things should go well. Decorations

Lead the guests to the door with spooky lights.  They are easy to find, so why not get a few strings?  A nicely decorated exterior is inviting to the guests, and to the trick or treat crowd.  Let people know where the action is. 

If the party is to be outdoors, use decorative lighting in the area of the festivities as well.  People have to see the food and drinks in order to partake.  Too dark of a setting is cumbersome, so add party lights.

If the party is indoors, keep the house lights off and replace the lighting with spooky light sets.  They will help with the mood.

Other decorations can complement the lights.  You can have fake spider webs for guests to bump into, fake spiders, or numerous other decorations. 

Decorations that interact with your guests are always a hit.  Think of the toned down spook house experience.   Those that move or emit sounds after having a motion detector respond to a guest can be quite entertaining.

For a nice twist, use glow in the dark decorations.  In fact, glow sticks can supplement spooky lighting and still keep the lighting subdued.  

Party Essentials

Find Halloween theme party supplies, and use them.  You can find spooky images on plates, napkins, and cups.  You can find black table cloths and use them with spooky centerpieces.  Halloween serving trays are a nice touch. 

Spooky, inflatable coolers can hold cans and bottles of drink. These are large, so people think they are expensive, but they really are inexpensive considering what they add to the atmosphere.  And, you can add red food coloring which will turn the water from the melting ice red, and give the illusion of blood.  It is a touch like this that will set your party apart.   And, if you can find the skeleton standing in the coffin cooler, add a few plastic bones to the mix, draping them over the drinks if possible.  Imagine a guest reaching into a red pool and feeling a plastic bone.  Again, interactive decorations are the most fun.

Halloween Wall Decorations

Decorate the walls for Halloween with wall stickers.  These wall decorations can be added, and removed, so that they are up only for the party.  Look at the variety available.  Some are for the scary parties, some are for small children.

YouTube is filled with videos on installing these, and the process is very simple.


RoomMates PJ2003SCS Happy Halloween Peel & Stick Wall Decals

Martha Stewart Crafts Halloween Witch Wall Cling

Halloween Witch wall sticker decal - Removable Decoration Wall sticker for home. cute wall art wall quote wall saying


 Vinyl Wall Decal Sticker Halloween Haunted House Witch Flying Broom Black

 Halloween Owl stickers with leaves, bats, moon, and branch - Removable Decoration Wall Decal. cute wall art wall quote wall saying

 Halloween Pumpkins And Ghost Witch Noctilucent Glow Wall Art Stickers \

 Martha Stewart Crafts Halloween Glitter Bats and Moon Stickers

Women's Halloween Costumes

The women.s Halloween costumes shown here should help you get through a costume party.


California Costumes Tavern Maiden Adult Costume, Olive/Brown, Large
 DC Comics Wonder Woman T-Shirt With Cape And Headband, Red, Medium Women's Bumble Bee Costume, Black/Yellow, One Size
 Adult South Seas Siren Pirate Costume - Womens 10-12

 Disguise Disney Snow White Deluxe Adult Costume, Yellow/Red/Blue, Large/12-14
 California Costumes Women's Athenian Goddess Costume,White,Small
 DC Comics Batgirl T-Shirt With Cape And Mask, Black, Small
Woman's Zombie Housewife Costume, Black/White, One Size

Halloween Costumes for Men

It is that time of year again, so get ready for the costume parties.  Did everyone finally figure out who you were last year?  Then it is time to update with a great new look.




California Costumes Robin Hood Adult Costume, Olive/Brown, X-Large

 InCharacter Costumes, LLC Men's Bavarian Guy Costume with Pullover Shirt, Brown/Tan, Large

California Costume Men's Adult-Cutthroat Pirate, Black/Red/White, XL (44-46) California Costumes Men's Gunfighter,Black/White, Large

 Rubie's Costume Man Of Steel Deluxe Adult Muscle Chest Superman, Blue/Red, X-Large

 Batman Dark Knight Deluxe Muscle Chest Batman Adult Costume - Large - Adult Costumes

 Unknown Phantom Costume Adult

 Fun World Costumes Men's Mens Popeye Costume, Blue, One Size

 California Costumes Men's Dark Mad Hatter Costume,Multi,X-Large

 California Costumes Men's Spartan Warrior,Brown,Large

 The Hulk - Avengers Stand-Up