Couples Costumes: Two for Tea And Other Things

The ancient Celts believed that on Samhain (the holiday from which Halloween evolved) disguising oneself as a harmful spirit via a costume or mask was the only way to ward off the evil influences of the phantoms that passed between the thin borders of this world and the realm of the supernatural. Down through the years, costumes have become more sophisticated and their original purpose long forgotten. (Or have they?) You don't have to spend a ton on costume ideas either, we'll show you how to use items you already have for a unique and original look.

Perfect couples costumes is the one that will embody the best of both partners. If the costume you have in mind is a hobby that you have that your partner many not have, you should probably keep brainstorming. You both want to have fun, right? Does everyone at the party know you and your date are completely alike? Play on that! Couples costume ideas can be handmade or store bought it all depends on how much time or money you have in mind to spend. Couples costume ideas are easy to develop as all you have to do is think of a pair you admire and imagine what type of clothing they might be wearing.

If you don't have too much money to spend, you can still look good. If you are going to a costume party that is a little more liberal, use items you already have in your closet like lingerie and a pair of heels. There is always room for a sexy woman and her ...John. Or perhaps you are headed to work party. Stay conservative, but remain creative. Be creative, without spending a lot of time piecing together items. Bonnie and Clyde need guns, Adam and Eve at least one apple and four fig leaves,The Lone Ranger and Tonto need masks, silver bullets and horses of some kind (and rear-ends of horses). Just open your closet and look inside.

If you don't have too much time to spend piecing items together, no worries. You can shop online any time of year to find the perfect couples costume ideas. Select from movie characters, famous or infamous duos, or go political--go as Barack and Michelle!.

The choices are endless. But don’t spend too much time deciding.The author commonly writes about costumes and costume accessories for SummitFashions.