Man, Some Groovy Halloween Costumes From The 70s Era

By Susan West

70s Halloween costumes don?t seem to be going out of style anytime soon. Every year in October people are going for the retro look of the 70s. Whether you are doing the famous hippie look or just pairing some go-go boots with a groovy hairstyle - either way, you'll find many options for going retro with your options for 70s Halloween costumes.

While most of us think of the free loving, bell-bottomed, tie-dyed t-shirt wearing hippie as the icon of the seventies, the truth is that there are more ways to go retro with your 70s Halloween costumes. This is a day to have a good time by imitating a lifestyle that has long past. Be careful though, this is just one night, don?t go staging a ?sit-in? or begin refusing to bathe; this is still only Halloween we?re talking about. http://www.costumecauldron.com/Kids-70s-Hippy-Afro-Costumes.html

Since British music was a huge hit in America during the 70s, why not consider bringing a British theme to your 70s costume? Because it was a genre of music that resonated with the U.S. in the 70s it would be more than appropriate to give your 70s Halloween costumes some British flair. Couldn't you just see yourself strapping on a guitar sporting one of those jackets originally worn by Sgt. Peppers?

Maybe hippy outfits and Beatles impersonations are not your thing; you could try being chic ? just in a retro way. You could be dressed up to look like one of Scooby Doo?s new friends. Think about it, with the go-go boots, the mini-skirt, and a polyester scarf tied around the neck, you could create 70s Halloween costumes to remember.

Keep in mind when choosing your particular 70s styled costume there are many places to look for inspiration. From Foxy Brown to Superfly there are all sorts of title characters that one could use to model their 70?s Halloween costume after. Depending on your creativity level, you can draw ideas from, or totally mimic, the style of your favorite celebrity from the seventies.

Obscure references can add an interesting twist to your look. If you want to break away from the over-done, consider an under-represented aspect of the 70s. For example, do you love cheesy B movies? Why not go as a character from your favorite. Maybe you loved George Lucas? THX or the screen adaptation of Michael Crichton?s The Andromeda Strain that released in 1971. Re-watch your favorite 1970s science fiction for inspiration!

Acting the part will add realistic life to your look. Find out what words were commonly used based on which style you have chosen. If you are really adventurous, try mastering a British accent to go along with the British musician look. You may not make the girls scream, but they will definitely laugh. http://www.costumecauldron.com

I say go all out with your 70s Halloween costumes. This is a decade that is rich with color as well as history. So do what you can to add depth and drama to your retro look. Whether you are impersonating a specific celebrity of the time or come up with our own collage based on a myriad of images, make it interesting and fun. With a little extra thought, plus some research, you can come up with a 70s Halloween costumes for not only you but your friends also. Edited by Hetsil Protage

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