Creative Halloween Costume Ideas for 2009
Michael Jackson, Kate Gosselin, Octomom, & Other Current Event Ideas
Aug 9, 2009 Naomi Rockler-Gladen
Looking for a Halloween costume that's more creative than a witch or a goblin? Why not take a costume idea from the headlines? Here are some creative Halloween costume ideas perfect for 2009.
Michael Jackson Halloween Costumes
One of the biggest events of 2009 was the death of Michael Jackson, and for fans of the King of Pop, there are all kinds of costume possibilities—from the "Thriller" undead zombie look to the black leather "Bad" video look. Costume shops are ready to help out with silver sequined gloves, black fedoras, and other essential accessories. Here's more about how to create a Michael Jackson Halloween costume.
Kate Gosselin Halloween Costumes
Poor Kate Gosselin, of Jon & Kate Plus 8 fame, has had a tough time in 2009, what with the very public split with Jon, the father of her eight children. Sadly, her highly recognizable hairdo makes Kate perfect fodder for Halloween impersonators. Kate's got a big, asymmetrical tusk of blonde hair in front and a bunch of uneven, fuzzy hair sticking out in back, and with a little know-how, a cheap blonde costume wig can be transformed into the Kate look. The costume can be accessorized with a variety of kid paraphernalia and (optionally, and not at all necessary) an Asian man with a receding hairline.
The Duggar Family Halloween Costumes
For those worried that the Kate look might be overdone this year, why not go for that other mega-large TLC family: the Duggars. The Michelle Duggar look is easy to achieve with long brown badly-permed hair, a big shapeless dress, and a pregnant belly. Jim-Bob Duggar just needs some frighteningly slicked back hair. For a family ensemble look, kids just need to be dressed up like mini Michelles and Jim-Bobs.
Kim Jong Il Halloween Costumes
The "dear leader" of North Korea is one scary man, so why not parlay his oddly recognizable look into a Halloween costume? The clothes aren't hard to pull off; a Communist-style gray jump suit and those trademark Tom Cruise-like shades are easy to identify. Of course, this costume choice works much better for short people.
Rod Blagojevich Halloween Costumes
Speaking of scary leaders—and people with big hair—the Rod Blagojevich look can also make for a great costume. Of course, the most distinctive part of this look is his unfortunate mop-like pile of hair, which can be duplicated with a cheap brown wig and just a little bit of talent. A basic suit completes the look.
Octomom Halloween Costumes
Nadya Suleman, common known as "Octomom," has outraged the world by delivering octuplets through artificial insemination when she could barely support the six children she already had. There are a number of ways of pulling off an Octomom costume. Tentacles of some kind, with a doll attached to each, is one way to do it, or construct a baby carrier with eight slots occupied by dolls.
Sarah Palin Halloween Costumes
A favorite costume during the 2008 presidential election, the Palin look is still around, since after all, so is Sarah Palin. The look is pretty easy to cpull off with a bun hairstyle, those trademark glasses, a snazzy looking power suit, and, of course, lots of red lipstick.
VH1 Dating Reality Show Halloween Costumes
Over the past few years, VH1 has provided the public with a constantly evolving cast of recognizably sleazy characters for Halloween costumes, which would work well for individual costumes or an ensemble. Choose from Bret Michaels, New York, Flavor Flav, Daisy, Twelve Pack, London, and all the other fabulous cast members.
Creative Halloween Costume Choices
With a little imagination and some knowledge of current events, it's easy to think of unique ways to dress up for Halloween. Celebrities, world leaders, reality TV stars, and others make great fodder for fun costumes that will stand out from the crows.
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