If you are a fan of young adult fiction, you will probably know that vampires are all the rage in literature right now.  Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight series and books like Drink Slay Love and Marked, open the doors to whole new worlds where not only do teenagers face the common struggles of their age, but the struggles that come with being fey or knowing someone who is. 

With all of this vampire-focused reading, is it any wonder that, when it comes time for a fancy dress event, that people’s minds turn to dressing as one of their heroes?  Vampires are not just for Halloween anymore, but for any fancy dress occasion.  Nowadays, even vampires celebrate Christmas. 

The beauty of vampire fancy dress costumes is that they can reflect a wide variety of moods: sexy, funny, traditional, or contemporary.  For instance, if you are the comedian of the group, you can put a funny spin on your look with the Comedy Vampire Costume.  Through it, you can take on the appearance of a vampire who has had one too many McBloods.  For a couple, the Dracula’s Bride and Groom costumes provide inspiration.  Channel your inner Bella and Edward from Twilight or, if you prefer the more traditional, Mia and the Count.  The men’s costume definitely has that Gary Oldman from Bram Stoker’s Dracula feel about it. 

Whatever the fancy dress occasion, with so much new literature focussed on the world of the supernatural, if you have always wanted to be a vampire, now is the perfect time for it.

The night of All Hallows Eve is not far away.  If you’ve been invited to a Halloween party but don’t have enough time to create your own costume from scratch, fear not – we have many men’s Halloween costumes for you to choose from.

From caveman and gangsters to police and pirates, the only limit this Halloween is your imagination.  Some of the top men’s costume choices are simply their favourite sport figure, actor, singer, chef, Vikings, boxers, even a pimp!

Extend the simple version of being a traditional chef to being a clumsy chef.  Browse through our choice of accessories with which we can help equip you with body and face paint, false arms and legs, bloody knives and gory thumb stumps.  An awkward fireman may have grotesque facial burns, missing hands or fingers and a skeletal corpse draped over his shoulder.

If you are part of a couple and in need of some inspiration, check out some of these popular couple costumes: Caesar & Cleopatra, Bonnie & Clyde, even Hugh Hefner with Play Boy Playmate.  As well as some oversize jewellery, tight clothes and a cigar, you can have these costumes up and running in next to no time.

A few pre-assembled costume ideas include cowboys, superheroes and sailors, to skeletons, Beetle juice and the popular Joker.  Zombies, bloodthirsty counts and Jack the Ripper can also be assembled or made with black clothing, a cape, creative makeup and bloody knives.

‘The Addams Family’, a much loved television show from the 1960’s, which later spawned a film of the same name, is the inspiration for a range of Halloween costumes for men.

A particularly popular outfit for all Addams Family fans and one that is instantly recognisable is Uncle Fester. Uncle Fester is a much-loved character from the show and his costume comprises a mask, hooded robe and belted cord. It comes in two sizes, standard, which is suitable for men’s chest sizes 38 – 41 inches and extra-large, which is suitable for men’s chest sizes 44 – 46 inches. A little make up or some fake blood will finish this outfit off nicely.

Gomez Addams, the man of the house, also makes a great Halloween costume character. The costume itself comprises of the jacket with an insert shirt, a bow tie and trousers. Slicked back hair will complete the look of Gomez, who always looked smart and sleek. These outfits are available in two sizes, standard, which is suitable for men’s chest sizes 38 – 41 inches and extra-large, suitable for chest sizes 44 -46 inches. Optional accessories for the Gomez Addams Halloween costumes include fake moustache and a cigar.

The Addams Family costumes would look superb as a group and would certainly turn heads. There is a range of ladies outfits too, for those who wish to attend the party as a couple.

Even though the devil technically has nothing to do with the original celebration of All Hallows Eve, the costume remains a popular choice.  Celebrated for more than 1,300 years and modernised into the day we now know as Halloween, ghosts and demons remain a popular part of today’s Halloween celebrations.

It can be great fun dressing as a devil for a day, and since the costume is a popular one, the different types or styles of devil outfit you can choose from are almost endless.  You can choose to dress as a fun, pastiche of the devil with pointy horns and red face paint, or a darker, scarier interpretation of the prince of darkness.  The perfect costume for men and women, the devil outfit is a simple and creative one to put together.  With red as the main colour, the outfit can easily be accented with anything black for a more dramatic effect.

Full devil costumes can range from red trousers, a white top and red cape for men, to a short red dress and pitchfork for women.  If you wish to enhance up your look a little more, a sequinned trident, long red talons, devil eye contact lenses and instant horns will do the trick.  For an even more dramatic effect, choose to coordinate as a couple by going to your event as the Devil Lord and Devil Woman.  To further enhance this, bring along a werewolf and a vampire as your accomplices.

For some adults, Halloween costumes are about more than just scaring people, they are about dressing up and having some fun and maybe selecting a costume that they have not tried before. Accessories are often a big issue, as it can be hard to find the right ones and many people end up compromising. 

For complete Halloween costumes, the Jack the Ripper outfit is ideal. It includes a double-breasted jacket, hat, cloak and cravat. The costumes are available in medium, large and extra large sizes and are the ideal choice for anyone who wants to create an air of mystery and horror around themselves.

Alternatively, adults can opt for the Hellboy costume. This is a full-length coat with a latex mask, which covers the head completely, making it easy to wear. In addition, there is an arm piece and belt buckle included to give the finishing touch to the costume. Anyone who has longer hair will be able to secure it with a wig cap, available separately.    �
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Looking for something that little bit scarier? Check out Living Dead Dolls, which literally are as their namesake suggests, dolls, fashioned into zombies. You will want to act the part however, so make sure you walk stiffly. Alternatively, for a show-stopping frightful fancy dress, the Psycho Clown Costume will not fail to impress, complete with skulls, trousers and mask with hair.

However you decide to dress on Halloween, be sure to do it with style.

Women love looking great at parties and a Halloween party, complete with gooey gore, need be no different. There are many scary costumes to choose from, but for ladies who love to dress a little differently there are a variety of fun Halloween costumes, which might be just perfect.

There are a range of Angry Birds costumes, a latest craze, extremely popular with both young and old and available in several colours. The costume comprises a foam pullover with a pouch so that it is possible to add extra filling if needed. The costume is suitable for most sizes. It is also possible to purchase cartoon hands to match the outfit for those who want a complete look.

The ladies pumpkin costume is fun and flirty and comprises a top, skirt and cummerbund. The outfit can be completed by adding several accessories, including orange plaited wig, striped orange and black tights and a mini top hat, if required. These Halloween costumes comes in several sizes; small, which is suitable for a ladies 8-10; medium, suitable for ladies 12-14 and a large, suitable for sizes 16-18.

The King Kong costume is definitely fun and light-hearted and is sure to be a unique outfit at any party. Also known as Gorilla in the Midst, the costume comprises a light pick nightdress and ragged jacket and features a giant gorilla hand. The costume was inspired by the famous scene from the film, in which King Kong climbs the Empire State building clutching Faye Wray.

One of many much-loved movie characters that make popular Halloween costumes is Beetlejuice. This is a character that has the look of Halloween, but is perfect for those who do not want to go too scary.

There are several options for this costume. The deluxe Beetlejuice Halloween costumes come with a jacket, trousers and a dickie. They are available in a standard size, which will fit chest sizes up to 44” and the extra large, which is for those with a chest size 44” to 48”.

Alternatively, anyone who really wants to stand out can opt for the Beetlejuice deluxe hire quality costume. This includes the jacket and trousers and comes in a range of sizes from small to extra large and is ideal for those attending parties where they want to make an impression.  

In order to complete the look, there are a number of accessories that can be purchased separately; however, the wig should be considered an essential. This comes in a one-size fits all option. There is no mask for the Beetlejuice Halloween costume, so the wearer should consider face paint in order to complete the look and give an authentic touch to the ensemble.

The premium option for the costume includes both the wig and the make-up kit. This includes the jacket, shirt, tie and trousers and comes in standard and extra large sizes as for the deluxe version. Purchasing the costume as a complete set is a cost-effective option.

Many people associate the werewolf as a creature of the night, howling and changing its physical form during a full moon.  The werewolf is seen as a savage beast that kills at will and without mercy.

While the werewolf derives from Greek mythology, in these modern times the werewolf has not been forgotten.  It still remains a common sight in scary movies and is a popular choice of costume for Halloween events.  The supernatural werewolf can be easily created with a few accessories; look for a hairy facemask, one with large eyes, and a pair of large, furry hands.

While you can achieve the look yourself by using skin-friendly adhesive and applying tufts of false hair, you could also check out some of our pre-assembled costumes.  For those who wish to sport a scarier werewolf disguise, check out our Deluxe Werewolf costume, with which you will be covered in fur from head to toe!

For the nostalgic among us, Michael Jackson’s Thriller video featured an iconic scene in which Jackson himself turns into a scary, snarling werewolf.  Dress to impress in a Michael Jackson werewolf costume from one of his most famous music videos of all time.  Does anyone remember Michael J. Fox in the hit 80s movie Teen Wolf?  Get the classic high school teenager Teen Wolf costume, complete with huge beard, wig, jacket and basketball vest.  This particular outfit is guaranteed to lighten up any Halloween Costume party!

The Vampire is a great choice that fits perfectly with the customs of Halloween. The folklore of the vampire beast, often in the form of a man, that sucks the blood of living people dates back to Ancient Greece and is still a popular theme in films and novels today.

This time-honoured costume is ideal for those wanting to continue with tradition.  If you seek something old yet modern, add a twist to your vampire ensemble with a puffy shirt, extreme make up and oversized crucifix jewellery.

Other options for women to consider are Bat Vampire or Countess; both costumes incorporate different colours rather than sticking to the traditional red and black ensemble.  For a costume that screams Bram Stoker’s Dracula, check out the sexy Baroque Costume.  Guys can opt for contemporary, cool, gothic or even funny versions of a vampire outfit.  For men who want to be at the heart of the party, the Very Cool Vampire Costume is the perfect outfit. Alternatively, those looking for something a bit more traditional could try the Victorian Vampire Costume for a touch of dark elegance.  If you are part of a couple, take on the role of Dracula and his bride this Halloween with coordinating bride and groom costumes.

For the best vampire costume, let your imagination run wild with accessories.  Try adding exotic eyelashes, funky contact lenses, hosiery and painted talons.  Adding a mace, large knife or extravagant sword will also enhance your costume.  To complete your look, let your creativity shine with dramatic make up.  A stark white base with black eyes and droplets of ‘fresh’ blood is a great finishing for any vampire costume.

Ghostbusters, inspired by the popular films from the early 1980s starring Bill Murray and Dan Ackroyd, are a popular choice for dressing up at Halloween. The Ghostbuster costumes are available in both a standard size, which is suitable for chest size up to 44 inches and a plus sized outfit, suitable for chest sizes of 46 to 52 inches. These Halloween costumes comprise a jumpsuit in the iconic tan colour and an inflatable backpack.

Any ladies want to join the Ghostbuster gang can look the part in the 80’s Sexy Ghostbuster Costume. It comprises a one piece jumpsuit with a belt harness and a small proton backpack. It is suitable for ladies sizes extra small 6-8, small 8-1 and medium, which is the equivalent of a ladies size 12-14. It is especially suitable for women with a larger bust, as the costume is very generously sized on the top. If they wish, ladies are able to complete their outfit with a seductress blonde wig, black fishnet tights and knee high black patent boots.

Fans of the film will know all about the Stay Puff character and Halloween costumes depicting him are available. The inflatable jumpsuit is suitable for chest sizes up to 44 inches and is one of the most iconic characters from any of the popular 80’s movies. If going to a party with several friends then this may be the perfect group outfit and one that is sure to be remembered for a long time after the event is over.