Boy are we excited for Halloween! We've never been ones to believe this holiday was exclusive to pint size trick-or-treaters; we've put way more time and effort into our costumes as adults. Now that we have a choice, you know. We have patiently waited for this season all year long and now that it is here we want to make sure you go out in the city looking fabulous and feeling comfortable. It can be a bit tricky in this winter-approaching weather. Everyone has somewhere to go; a costume party with friends or, if you're lucky, Joonbug's 10th annual Halloween Masquerade party! So before you go insane standing in line at your favorite costume shop, take these helpful tips and ideas into consideration for creating that prize winning costume.

Let's face it, Halloween may be our favorite holiday but unfortunately, most of our bosses do not agree. At least, inside the workplace. This year, it falls on a Monday, so you might consider bringing a little Halloween spirit to work, (to offset that "case of the Mondays"!) or need a quick costume change for after hours festivities. A lace masquerade mask is simple, perfect, and paired with a sexy LBD can be all the costume you need.

 

 

 

 

 

These days, pop culture can never get enough of Snooki! Her "club wear/costume" can be found in almost any costume shop. Lucky for you this girl is all about "guidette" style and makes for an easy costume that you might be able to find right in your own closet. With adequate bare skin and bumped up hair, you can to wear this "costume" to any event Halloween night.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R.I.P to the talented and beautiful Amy Winehouse. Although she is gone she will truly never be forgotten. Despite her sudden death, fans immediately showed their love and respect early this year by donning the "bumble bee hump" and dramatic cat eyes. For those who are not really into the costume spirit this year - turning your look into an Amy Winehouse costume only takes about two cans of hair spray, a steady hand heavy on the eye liner, and a tattoo sleeve. Enlist your artist friends and get creative on that last one!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rihanna not only showed us how sexy red hair can be; but also that it takes a true fashionista to pull off color blocking and stripes. If you are dying to be Rihanna for a night, (we imagine we will see quite a few,) your costume is simple. A red curly wig, large gold hoop earrings, color blocking shorts and striped blazer will you have you feeling like the 'Only Girl (In the World)'! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We think it is safe to say that lots of women (including celebrities) have an atler ego resembling Catwoman. She's sexy, fiesty, and feline - we get it. Every year, it become a challenge to find a cat woman costume, she's in such high demand. Luckily, this costume choice is quite easily to create yourself. Not to mention create a much more affordable option. Basic black or funky leopard print leotard and matching tights and you've got yourself a classic go to Halloween look!

Hopefully you take these helpful tips and idea into consideration when costume shopping. Wherever you go and whoever you chose to be - have a great and safe Halloween!