If you’re a girl, coming up with a Halloween costume is easy. Pick something, really anything, like a cat or firefighter or baseball player, and make it “sexy.” Bam. Done. For guys? Not so easy. You have to get creative if you want your group of guys to stand out on Halloween. A little extra effort goes a long way and we guarantee that your craftiness and hard work will definitely get recognized. For those of you who need some inspiration, the HalloweenCostumes.com crew has put our heads together to think of some of the best group costume ideas for men.

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I know y'all whip your hair back and forth at them haters like Willow Smith does, but this Halloween, do you have the swag to get Willow's look? Over the past year, young Willow Smith has turned heads with her hit songs "Whip my Hair" and "21st Century Girl." Now you can be just as fierce with a few simple tips for a Willow-worthy costume.

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What should you wear to fit your body type? It’s a question we all ask! There are many different articles of clothing that can either help show off our wonderful assets or slightly cover up something we don’t necessarily want showing. Dressing for your shape comes into play while shopping for your day-to-day wardrobe, but it’s just as important during Halloween. The costume experts at HalloweenCostumes.com have created a guide to help you make the perfect choice this October!

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Cosplay is so big right now. Like, huge. Sure, this hobby has been around since the 80s, but the originally Japanese-only fad has been steadily increasing in popularity. Cosplayers around the world are creating their own costumes and props to recreate their favorite characters from video games, movies, and TV shows. These enthusiasts often gather online before they meet at the conventions to share tips, tricks, and pictures. The costume experts at HalloweenCostumes.com have have found some of the best cosplay pages and resources out there. Enjoy!

Warning: While these links aren't obscene, please use discretion while browsing at work! Weapons and bikinis ahead!

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Makeup is what can take your Halloween costume from yawn-inducing to award-winning. I believe that makeup is just as essential as a wand is to a Harry Potter costume or an eye patch is to a Jack Sparrow get-up; without these accessories, the outfit would be alright, but with them, the costume is enchanting. Not sure how to get the look you want? Don’t fear! I’ve found the top 25 best makeup tutorial videos, from super-sweet to super-sick, and I am going to share with you! Here they are, in no particular order:

 

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A lot of the best things in life come in groups of five. The Jackson 5, for example, had five members. Ben Folds Five didn’t, but they were still good. Other notables: the high-five, five senses, the number of piano concertos by Beethoven, the five-second rule, and the movie The Fifth Element. Another great thing that can come in a group of five? Halloween costumes! Here are some Halloween costume ideas for groups of 5.

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Do you want to make a statement at on Halloween night? Do you want to be seen, talked about and envied for your confidence and style? A Nicki Minaj costume would be the perfect choice. There is nothing subtle about the self-nicknamed Harajuku Barbie. Nicki loves having fun and looking great while doing so and you can, too, with the right outfit choices. Here are some tips for how to get her look:
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There are so many things to consider when you’re planning a costume for Halloween or a theme party: What will the weather be like? Are you going to a quiet, family-friendly event or a more boisterous affair? Most importantly, (for me at least) will there be dancing involved? If so, a Ke$ha costume is an excellent choice.
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It's been a big two weeks for Harry Potter fans. First, we got Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 on Blue-Ray. Then focus shifted to HP7 Part 2, as Warner Bros finally released hi-res stills, more details on the video game, and (it's about a time) an official trailer.
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