August 30th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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Sometimes people look like animals. And that really shouldn’t come as any surprise given the fact that we are, well, animals.
Watching the Emmy Awards last night I couldn’t help but think that some of the outfits worn on the red carpet and at the show would make for some good Halloween costume ideas.
January Jones aka The Peacock. As Betty Draper on Mad Men she nails the role, but every time I’ve seen her out of character in interviews, she seems very aloof – almost shy. I assumed that she just isn’t a big fan of the spotlight. But after the peacock -looking beast of a dress she trotted around in last night, it’s fair to say she looked like a peacock – albeit a Versace peacock – full plume. » Read more: Emmy Dresses Are for the Animals
August 24th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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We all dream of the day we get to tell our boss to “take this job and shove it!” Unfortunately, the majority of us need the money our jobs bring in to survive. But thanks to a few real-life weirdos and fictional folks, we get to quit vicariously through them. Here are five ways you can costume up like a quitter.
That Thing You Do: What happens when your band manager tries to get you to sing your hit song in another language? Any musician worth his or her salt knows the answer – you quit! Thant’s exactly what the lead singer from the movie That Thing You Do does. Dress up like The Beatles circa 1964 and run around singing “I…I quit, I quit, I quit.” Finger snapping is optional. » Read more: 5 Halloween Costume Ideas: Dress Like a Quitter
August 12th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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For 16 days in October, Germany throws an event so big that over 6 million people attend. I’m talking about Oktoberfest, the festival that started as a wedding and horse race and has turned into an international excuse to down beer (as if we needed another one!).
Since 1810 Bavarian culture has been celebrated over Würstl (sausages), Brezel (Pretzel) and Blaukraut (red cabbage). And the event wouldn’t be complete without the costumes.
For anyone who hasn’t seen Chevy Chase in National Lampoon’s European Vacation (hello!?), you know the outfits I’m talking about – women in pigtails and skirts – serving stein after stein of beer.
Thanks to the Scavenge Oktoberfest Costume Clearance, you can get your very own German imports – without leaving the country. » Read more: Oktoberfest Costume Discounts
August 11th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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The silver screen has inspired thousands of popular Halloween costumes. This year, the gang at Scavenge Inc. have a bunch of costumes available for the very first time – though that doesn’t mean the movies are new. So pop some popcorn and grab the Raisinets – let’s take a trip to the movies through the decades.
70s – Saturday Night Fever
Whoever said a movie needs a solid plot to leave its mark apparently never saw Saturday Night Fever. John Travlota transformed into Brooklyn youth Tony Manero – and now you can too. This costume gives you everything you need to wow the ladies and relive the disco decade. Dance lessons not included. » Read more: 4 Movie-Inspired Halloween Costumes
August 5th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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Pantyhose. I hear they are uncomfortable to wear, but what would I know, I’m a dude. As Halloween approaches, the Scavenge crew is on the hunt for the single most useful item to have in your costume arsenal. Today we humbly submit pantyhose, and its many seasonal uses.
Bald Cap. Since pantyhose come in a multitude of colors, match your skin tone and lose the hair! Cut properly, this sheer material can get your hair under control – and keep you a whole lot cooler.
Bank Robber. We all know that bank robbers usually have small accounts. Perhaps that’s why so many gun slingers choose to their dastardly deed donning pantyhose. You’ll mask many of your features, but your profile (especially if you are a rhinoplasty candidate) will still be visible. Perhaps these egotistical fools like identifying themselves on film? » Read more: Halloween Costume Ideas – 6 Uses for Pantyhose
August 2nd, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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Leonardo DiCaprio has quietly become a Grade-A mega movie star. As his latest box office smash Inception reigns supreme at the box office for a third consecutive weekend, we’d like to submit the following Leo Halloween costume ideas for your consideration.
Titanic (Jack Dawson)
A dockside card game nets Jack Dawson a ticket on the ill-fated RMS Titanic. Before you start screaming “iceberg, straight ahead,” suit up in a white button-down shirt, light-colored suspenders and an ill-fitting dark dinner jacket. Since poor people are perpetually covered in soot in the movies, be sure to check your cleanliness at the door. » Read more: Leonardo DiCaprio Costume Ideas
July 23rd, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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**Of course we don’t condone robbing a bank or anything else for that matter**
Just yesterday a man robbed a bank in Long Island dressed as Darth Vader. One customer thought it was a joke but Darth wasn’t laughing… In honor of this crazy world of ours, here are four other costumes to consider when robbing your local branch!
Harry Potter
Lets face it, who would really suspect a bespectacled young man in a robe of robbing a bank. Your more likely to help him find his mommy than you would be to hand over your cash! Adding a wand and/or broomstick to your repertoire will only make this costume all the more believable! » Read more: 4 Costumes to Wear While Robbing a Bank
July 2nd, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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I’ve always wondered what dressing up and going out trick-or-treating would be like in the summer. I remember being younger and having to wear a coat over my costume to go trick or treating and what a bummer it was because people couldn’t see my costume! Below are just a few ideas for some costumes that might be fun if Halloween were celebrated under the warm summer sun.
Mr. Softee/Good Humor Man
Nowadays the guy driving the ice-cream truck is usually your average Joe, probably wearing shorts and a t-shirt. But back in the day when there used to be standards, the Good Humor Man would be in full uniform. There are a few variations but usually he would be wearing a long sleeve white button-down shirt, white pants, black bow tie and/or cross strapped belt, and hat. He was no doubt a figure of authority, but in the best possible way. » Read more: What If Halloween Happened During Summer?
July 1st, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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Halloween is a great time to release your innermost wants and desires and it’s the one time of the year where dressing up as someone else is socially acceptable. Of course some of us will have a harder time “getting into character” than others and there’s nothing better than a little alcohol to help you on your way. (Don’t drink and drive!)
Below are a few recipes for some spooky cocktails that will help ease the transition…
Corpse Reviver
1.5 oz of brandy
.5 oz of bitters
1 oz of white Crème de Menthe
*In a mixing glass half-filled with ice cubes, combine all of the ingredients. Stir well. Strain into a cocktail glass. » Read more: Spooky Drinks to Serve at a Halloween Party (Adults Only!)
June 30th, 2010 by CostumeGuy
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Quentin Tarantino burst onto the movie scene in 1992 as the director and writer of Reservoir Dogs. Chock full of memorable lines and graphic scenes, the movie is still widely recognized as a classic today…making it a great generator of costume ideas.
Here are a few select “dog” costumes:
Mr. Pink (Steve Buscemi)
Ah, Mr. Pink. Clearly he is the only “professional” out of this group of ragtag misfit criminals. Refusing to tip his waitress simply because it’s become a custom in our culture, it can be argued that Mr. Pink is the only one who has any brains and any principals. He’s there to do a job and won’t let emotions or ego get in his way – and you have to respect him for that.
Mr. Blonde (Michael Madsen)
Mr. Blonde seems to have one objective; to have as much fun as he can as a sadistic homicidal maniac! If cutting off someone’s ear while dancing to “Stuck in the Middle with You” is your idea of a good time, then you will find a fast friend in Mr. Blonde. » Read more: Trick or Treat As Your Favorite Reservoir Dog
