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
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4 Movie-Inspired Halloween Costumes
August 11th, 2010Halloween Costume Ideas – 6 Uses for Pantyhose
August 5th, 2010
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
Leonardo DiCaprio Costume Ideas
August 2nd, 2010
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
4 Costumes to Wear While Robbing a Bank
July 23rd, 2010**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
What If Halloween Happened During Summer?
July 2nd, 2010
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?
Trick or Treat As Your Favorite Reservoir Dog
June 30th, 2010
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
Thundercats Costume Ideas. Hooooooo!
June 23rd, 2010
The mid 80’s saw it’s fair share of great action cartoon characters but perhaps none had a better ensemble cast than Thundercats. With their planet Thundera about to meet it’s doom, these cat-like beings secure themselves in a time capsule and wake up on Third Earth, only to battle their old nemesis Mumm-Ra and his henchmen. For anyone who grew up in the 80’s (or for those who are cat obsessed) the Thundercats offer many great costume ideas!
Lion-O
The undisputed leader and young stud of the Thundercats, Lion-O was a man of few words (for some reason I only remember him saying “Thundercats Ho!”) With his flaming, unruly red hair, his leotard type outfit, and his Thundercats belt, and armed with only the Sword of Omens, dressing as Lion-O should be a cinch! » Read more: Thundercats Costume Ideas. Hooooooo!
Unique Costume Idea: Dress as Your Favorite Infomercial Host
June 17th, 2010
If you’ve ever flipped on the TV in the middle of the night, you will be familiar with our five profiled costume ideas. Act now, and you can have two of these costumes for the price of one! Here’s how to dress like your favorite infomercial host.
Ron Popeil
The undisputed king of telemarketers isn’t just the host, he’s also the inventor! Ron Popeil has hocked practically everything, from cutlery to hair in a can, all with the enthusiasm of a 10 year old boy who just got everything off his Christmas wish list. The Ronco costume will require you to be well dressed, well spoken, and possibly wear an apron if say; you’re selling the Showtime Rotisserie. You’ll also have to be comfortable spewing such catch phrases as “But wait, there’s more!” and “Set it, and forget it!” » Read more: Unique Costume Idea: Dress as Your Favorite Infomercial Host
5 Musicians Who Trick or Treat All Year Long
June 14th, 2010
You think its tough putting on face paint that one cool day in October so you can scavenge for candy? Just think about how it must feel to put on that paint every night (every night!) and putting on a show for thousands of people while sweating and performing. Well below is a tribute to five musical acts who do just that!
Alice Cooper
Hard rockin’ heavy metal pioneer, Alice Cooper is revered in the music industry, not only for his musical abilities but for his on stage antics and theatrical prowess. The band’s performances were more like horror plays with a rockin’ soundtrack and Cooper’s influence can be seen today with the acts to follow…
KISS
A direct descendant of Alice Cooper, KISS rocks the face paint like no other! Gene Simmons and his paint by numbers pals really bring the goods when you come to one of their shows. Not only do they rock the face paint, but each member’s face represents certain aspects of their personality. What other band can boast a cover band made up entirely of midgets called MiniKiss? You have to respect that! » Read more: 5 Musicians Who Trick or Treat All Year Long
A New Kind of Costume Idea
June 11th, 2010
When does a costume officially become a costume? According to Dictionary.com one of the noun definitions of a costume is “garb characteristic of another period, place, person, etc., as worn on the stage or at balls.” Well in the spirit of pushing the envelope, I’d like to start wearing ‘Private Joke Costumes’ or ‘In Joke Costumes’. The beauty of this costume is that nobody knows you’re wearing it but you!
Let me explain. Let’s say you’re at work and there’s a girl who sits in the cube next to you and she’s pretty obnoxious and you don’t really get along. Maybe she’s too loud on the phone, maybe she’s a kiss ass, maybe she’s always on Facebook when she should be helping you. Whatever! Here’s your opportunity to make fun of her without her ever knowing. Sounds nasty huh? Well maybe it is, but maybe it’s better than getting into a confrontation at work and jeopardizing your job – and secretly it’s really fun! » Read more: A New Kind of Costume Idea
