This Friday is Regis Philbin’s last day as co-host of Live With Regis and Kelly. On the rare occasion that I get to watch the show I always find it funny. Being in the Halloween costume business there is always one episode I go out of my way to see and that of course, is the Halloween special. Halloween gives us a great opportunity to parody our favorite celebrities and play off recent gossip. Regis and Kelly are two of the best at it, but you can certainly rival their Halloween costumes with many of the choices available online.
As a tribute to Regis (and Kelly), I have compiled a list of my top 10 favorite “Live” Halloween costumes. They are in no particular order.
1. Gordan Ramsay and Paula Dean
2. Kid Rock and Pam Anderson
3. Pauly D and Snooki Jersey Shore costumes
4. John and Kate
5. Harry Potter and Hermione
6. David and Victoria Beckham
7. Billy Ray and Mylie Cyrus
8. Susan Boyle and Lady Gaga costumes
9. Joe Biden and Sarah Palin
10 High School Musical’s Troy and Sharpay with Britney Spears
I’ll be sad to see you go Regis but it is time to pass the torch. Nick Lachey has my vote based on his ultimate couple’s costume from this Halloween when Kelly and Nick dressed up as Kim Kardashian and Chris Humphries. This topped them all! Great costumes, gotta love the stilts! I can’t wait for Halloween 2012 both here at Costume SuperCenter and on Live! with Kelly and ……
Shame on Arnold Schwarzenegger! But what is one couple’s downfall can become another’s humorous Halloween costume. This year, except to see many couples dressed as Arnold and the Maid. With the news of the former Governor fathering a child with his housekeeper, the press has been relentless and it has sparked blogs and stories like crazy. He even has a few new nicknames: The Sperminator, The Impregnator, The Adulterator, Bonan and “Conan the Ovarian”.
There are various combinations of Terminator costumes and French Maid costumes that couple’s can wear for a very timely Halloween costume. While we wait for October 31st to arrive, we can relish in the many jokes that have popped up on Twitter and blogs such as these:
“Schwarzenegger confesses to fathering baby with house staff member, but explains that child is destined to bring down SkyNet in 2031.” Georgetakei
“I guess all spy skills from True Lies helped Arnold Schwarzenegger keep that kid hidden from his wife.” ironic_username
“WHAT DID MARIA SHRIVER SAY TO ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER? HASTA LA VISTA BABY! WHAT DI ARNOLD SAY TO HIS HOUSE KEEPER ? ILL BE BACK!”elocerv
why_a_duck Pete @BorowitzReport When Maria found out, he was #TheRunningMan
“Seems like Schwarzenegger’s traditional marriage could have used a little more “protection.”verybrightgal
He has had a long history of womanizing and philandering but this takes the cake. How anyone who lives in the public eye can keep a secret like this is astounding. I can’t imagine how much he has paid out in hush money over the years. You know you have reached complete loser status when you become a humorous Halloween Costume. Move over Charlie Sheen, the Sperminator is right behind you.
All I have to say it this: He couldn’t “Terminate her” or “Erase her” so now he has to deal with “Collateral Damage” and pray that May 21st is really the “End of Days.” But that’s what you get for going “Commando” around the maid. Unfortunately Arnold, now you are one of “The Expendables.”
Katy Perry is one of the queens of performing in costume. I just found out that she will be on American Idol tonight (4/21/2011) doing a very special one-time-only live performance of her hit ET . Why one-time, you ask? Well, apparently they costumes are so elaborate and the choreography so tricky that it would be too much of a production to do on tour. Very exciting! The dancers will be doing a form of contortionists dancing called “bone-breaking” while dressed in very sexy alien costumes. Although Katy Perry wears several inter-galactic outfits in the ET music video, I don’t think any will be quite like what she wears tonight. You can see a sketch of it as well as sneak peaks of the dancer’s ET costumes in the video.
The following video comes courtesy of PerezHilton.com
Leave it to The California Girl to do something over the top. Honestly, I like her music and style better than Lady Gaga so I’m really happy that we will be adding a collection of official Katy Perry costumes to our Halloween costume line this year. They will be available in the next few months. In the meantime, don’t miss her performance tonight on American Idol.
If everyone in the world didn’t already know who Steven Tyler is, thanks to American Idol, they do now! If you look up rock star in the dictionary, Steven Tyler’s picture is what you will see. My junior high school age daughter never heard of Tyler or Aerosmith before this season’s Idol but now she is downloading his songs from I-tunes and watching videos of him on You Tube. When I told her he was just a few years younger than grandma and poppy she almost threw up then said, “but he’s so skinny and cool?!” Regardless, she is completely fascinated with him because NO ONE looks like or dresses quite like him anymore. Every week we both look forward to seeing what Steven and J-Lo are wearing as much as we look forward to seeing the contestants sing.
You’ll never achieve his distinct sound but you can get his look with some clever costumes and accessories:
Rock star costumes – snakeskin pants, zebra print pants, animal print anything, a leather vest, a variety of metallic print shirts or a the Men’s Metal Hero costume from Costume SuperCenter would all work. You can even wear a puffy pirate shirt with a long coat. I’ve seen him rock that look just recently. But for a classic Steven Tyler wardrobe look, an open shirt (only for the hairless-chested, please) or muscle shirt is the way to go.
80s rocker wigs with a laid back, messy style, then clip in some highlights in the front.
Jewelry – crosses, skulls, peace signs and feather accented items – bracelets, necklace and rings (lots of cool jewelry)
Scarves and feather boas that you can wear around your neck or tie to a microphone stand.
Other items that will make you stand out like a one-of-a-kind rock star playa like a pimp cane or funky shoes.
Check out the video, you’ll get the picture.
Of course, given the choice, she’d much rather meet Justin Bieber but his days are numbered; Steven Tyler will be cool forever! Get everything you need to achieve this look as your Halloween costume at Costume SuperCenter.
Yes, it is true! Costume SuperCenter will soon have a complete line of Charlie Sheen Halloween costumes, wigs, masks and accessories. The Charlie Sheen costumes are still in development at this time and no specific information has been released but we assume the costumes will play heavily on his recent troubles. Tiger blood themes, bowling shirts and all other ideas are only speculation at this point. Current pop culture and events always translate well in to Halloween costumes. Charlie Sheen is as timely as it gets and will surely be the biggest “winner” for men’s costumes this year.
As if his interviews, video rants and porn-star lifestyle are not enough to let you live vicariously through him, now you can dress like him too. Become your favorite “bi-winning” TV star. Step into Charlie Sheen’s shoes, drink a vial of his Tiger Blood and learn what it is like to be from another realm, but only do it for a day because, according to Sheen, you can’t handle anymore than that or you will explode. That would be messy and we don’t want the liability so wear Charlie Sheen costumes with caution. Sign up for our email list at Costume SuperCenter and stay up-to-the minute on the availability of officially licensed Charlie Sheen Halloween Products.
Today is the 30th anniversary of John Lennon’s untimely passing. Shot dead at the age of 40 outside his New York City apartment building. If you are like me, you can recall the night it happened like it was yesterday. I was watching football with my dad when Howard Cosell made the announcement at the end of the game. For huge fans the news hit with a devastating blow.
He was a brilliant musician and an advocate for peace. The world lost someone very special on December 8. 1980 but fortunately for us John Lennon will live on through his songs, writings, videos and artwork. And after a very long wait, I’m really looking forward to downloading iTunes Beatles songs to my iPod having never switched my vinyl to CDs.
People remember John Lennon best from his years he as a Beatle. His sound as well as his style evolved with the times. The British Invasion started in 1964 and there was John and the gang on the Ed Sullivan show all dressed in gray suits. As time went on we fondly remember the St. Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band Costumes. Shortly thereafter came the hippie look. All the while, and until his death, John wore his trademark round glasses.
Finally, John Lennon is remembered as a guy who believed that good times were ahead of him. He didn’t get the chance to see it through but instead, inspired many of us to live, love and make a difference as if each day could be your last.
I remember last year I blogged about how you could use accessories to make your own Lady Gaga costume and this year we have a complete line of licensed Lady Gaga costumes and accessories in our warehouse. These Lady Gaga costumes are the hot enough to fry the meat on her VMA outfit. No, we don’t have the meat dress – no one does….yet but we do have every other Lady Gaga Costume as well as all the Lady Gaga accessories you can find. Better get them quick!
Here’s a listing of the Lady Gaga costumes you can buy at Costume SuperCenter.
Blue Swimsuit Costume – This costume was made famous in the Poker Face video. It is for girls who dare to bare. Pair it with the long blond Lady Gaga Wig.
2009 VMA Performance Outfit – Here is a replica of the hot little number she wore that features jewels, lace and thigh high boots.
Lady Gaga American Flag Costume – Again, this is for ladies with as much positive body image as Lady Gaga herself. We’ve got the yellow toned wig too.
Lady Gaga Star Dress Costume – If you loved her performance on American Idol then you remember this costume well. Recreate her star presence by wearing this awesome outfit.
The Silver Sequin Costume and the Black and Silver Costume - two variations of the same cut dress that are replica’s on dresses the singer has worn on stage.
For every one of these costumes you can choose a wig, a pair of sunglasses, shoes, and eye decals that make them completely “Gaga-esque.”
There are also non-licensed costumes that, even though they are “unofficial,” scream Lady Gaga. Check them all out while they last.
We just can’t get enough of the Snooki costumes and apparently neither can Chelsea Handler. If you missed the show last week, check out this hysterical video clip of what happens when the Snooki costume gets in the wrong hands. Thankfully, Snooki is a good sport because she’s going to be seeing many different versions of herself this Halloween. Some, like this one, won’t be very pretty. Many, like this one, will be very unkind.
The Snooki costume in the video clip is the exact one that we carry. We also have the black Snooki dress. All of our Jersey Shore costumes and accessories are available now. Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, Snooki and Pauly D are the hottest trio in reality TV and the costumes hit the nail on the head. A better likeness you cannot find, especially when you add the wigs.
To anyone who buys a Jersey Shore costume from Costume SuperCenter: Please, please for the love of God send us your pictures. Post them on our Facebook page. We’ll do something really fun with them.
Looking stunning in a three-quarter length white halter dress just like the famous Marilyn Monroe costume from the movie The Seven Year Itch, Anna Paquin wed her True Blood costar Stephen Moyer. There may have been no subway grate to stand over and the only thing that was wind swept was her pinned back hair but her style, as seen in this paparazzi photo, is pure Marilyn Monroe. Her vintage look included a 50 carat diamond necklace and diamond stud earrings by Neil Lane. How fitting. After all wasn’t it Marilyn who said that diamonds are a girls best friend?
Wouldn’t it have been great for the Halloween costume industry if, in addition to Anna wearing something strikingly similar to the Marilyn Monroe’s dress, her husband greeted her at the alter dressed in his True Blood vampire costume. Perhaps that would have been a bit too campy but what do you expect from us; we sell Halloween costumes for crying out loud! Just picture it, Marilyn Monroe marrying a vampire. It sounds just like a bad B-movie.
All kidding aside, we love their work on True Blood and as far as brides and grooms go, they seem to make a perfect pair. Lets hope Anna’s Marilyn Monroe inspired dress doesn’t curse her with Marilyn’s bad luck in the marriage department. If you’re feeling inspired by the Marilyn Monroe costume too you can find several styles at Costume SuperCenter.
Snooki has survived overnight fame, countless parodies and an arrest (sort of) but can she survive Halloween? Now that the Snooki Costume is here how do you think America’s favorite pint sized powerhouse will react to seeing (2 or 3 of) herself at every Halloween party? What if someone else makes a better Snooki than her? It may not be likely but we sure hope that lots of young women (or men, we don’t discriminate) make the effort.
There are actually two Snooki Costumes available at Costume SuperCenter. One is the black halter dress and the other is a leopard print dress. Of course, neither costume is complete without the Jersey Shore Snooki Wig.
Attention real Snooki if you’re out there: Imitation is the greatest form of flattery. We hope you see yourself everywhere you go this Halloween. As far as Halloween costumes go, consider yourself pretty hot.
You have to love that SNL skit. Its just about the funniest thing ever!
And just so Jersey Shore guys won’t feel left out, Pauly D and Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino costumes and wigs are available at Costume SuperCenter too. Ay Yo! Its gonne be a fist pumpin’ Halloween…fagetaboudit!
