You're probably starting to think that us folks at Comeback Kid take fashion very seriously, au contraire(!) we think getting dressed, above all, should be fun. And this brings us to Halloween. Everyone's favourite American holiday falls on Saturday 31st of October this year and house parties to celebrate are abundant.
Because we're nice, thoughtful (I can hear your groans as I type people!) and have a really fast internet connection we've brainstormed some simple but effective Halloween costume ideas just for you. Let's go!
The Grim Reaper, or the personification of death, is a tad on the obvious side sure but with a nod to Jil Sander and her penchant for fringing we've got a modern version of times oldest foe. Buy plenty of black fabric for draping and add prefab fringing to the hoods interior for extra spook like so: 
Make your scythe from a wooden broom stick and attach cardboard cut to a "dangerous, scary" shape. Don't forget to cover in aluminium foil for shine plus glue paper cut like blood to make your point. Feeling extra disco? Use red paint for blood instead and add red glitter as it dries.
Joseph Merrick, more commonly known as The Elephant Man is definitely a costume for the more macabre amongst us. You'll need stockings, newspaper, flour, water and the ability to let go of any political correctness you may harbour. To build excess skin around your face pack newspaper into stockings and attach to the top of your suit (he was a well dressed man) then continue this bulking process over your body. Mix the flour and water to a sticky but fine consistency and add paper on top to harden the "skin". Voila! 
For those of you willing to spend the night joined to a friend (ensure it's a good one) why not go as Chang and Eng Bunker? Born in Siam (now Thailand) in the 19th century these brothers are why we have the term Siamese Twins.Head to your local op shop to find matching suits, shirts, vests, ties, trousers, socks and shoes (this could be harder than I thought) you only need to be attached at the hips (oh the puns!) with some cord tied between you to ensure closeness. The brothers had all their limbs so no silly "arm hiding games" will need to be played. Make sure you drink similar quantities of alcohol so you're not holding the other up.
Well, we reckon that's enough to get the brain box juices flowing and closer to the big night we'll issue Round Two of ideas in case these didn't quite tickle your fancy (tickle your scary?!).
Boo!
Comeback Kid
