Advice: Costume, activity tips for Halloween weekend
As Halloween approaches, students in their college years may wonder what they can do to enjoy the holiday to the fullest. The two biggest questions: What kind of costume am I going to wear? What is there possibly to do?
She says: Finding a costume that is both sensational and reasonably priced can be a challenge, especially on a college student budget. The question of whether to be a vampire or a superhero seems petty when looking at the prices of a store-bought costume. Nobody needs to break the bank just to find the perfect Halloween costume.
If you’re struggling to find some original and inexpensive costume ideas, may I offer one simple piece of advice – Pinterest. The chic site includes clever, funny and spooky costume ideas that are easy and memorable. There are thousands of tips and tricks for dressing up or accenting a costume, as well as makeup tutorials that help to create that perfect effect for any Halloween costume. Another place to look (if Pinterest is a bit of a stretch for some) would be Deseret Industries. Savvy DI-goers swear by this place, not only because of the low price, but because of the eccentric and original finds within. From classic Army gear to an authentic pair of Converse, the DI is a college student’s best friend when it comes to finding the perfect Halloween costume.
Of course, there also comes the questions of scary or pretty? Funny or classic? Remember the scene in Mean Girls when Lindsay Lohan dressed as a dead zombie bride and scared the party guests half to death? If you are going to a costume party this Halloween, you want to wear something that makes a statement, without making you stick out like a sore thumb. But what you really want is a costume that defines you. Halloween is all about dressing to impress, but don’t forget who you are in the process. Don’t be a zombie because “The Walking Dead” is the most popular show out there. Be a zombie because you like zombies. Be who you want to be. If you find yourself having a hard time coming up with an individual costume, group costumes are always a good route. Whatever you end up doing, just remember that nobody needs to pay an arm and a leg to find the perfect costume this Halloween season.
— Alyssa Hawkins is a freshman majoring in journalism. She is a music enthusiast, avid Disney junkie, unapologetic organizer and a lover of all things chocolate. Send in questions or advice requests to alyssa.hawkins@aggiemail.usu.edu or on Twitter: @_alyssahawkins.
He says: Although some college students might have high hopes of acquiring candy on Halloween night, most moms and dads are not crazy about giving their Snickers and Kit-Kats to 18-year-olds. Collegiate trick-or-treating seems to be frowned upon. The Howl has come and gone so you may wonder what else there is to do. There always seem to be various parties going on in Logan; Facebook generally blows up the week before Halloween with them. These parties can be hit or miss. They usually consist of dancing, maybe an awkward game or two and food. If it’s not a costume party, don’t bother. A costume is a must for Halloween weekend. Don’t be that guy or girl who shows up wearing Levi’s and a polo shirt. If you don’t find a party to attend, call a couple of friends, order a pizza and watch a scary movie. You can go for a truly creepy movie such as “Silence of the Lambs,” or a classic such as “Wait Until Dark” (if you’re with a significant other, Audrey Hepburn is always a good choice).
Although we may have outgrown our Spiderman costumes from 4th grade, we can still enjoy Halloween. All you need is some good company, a good attitude and maybe some candy corn. And if Halloween isn’t your thing, just remember that Thanksgiving is less than a month away.
— Colten is a junior majoring in technical writing. His life is perfect, so you can take his advice. Submit questions or advice requests at coltenvantussenbrook@gmail.com or on Twitter @coltvant.
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