By Larry Molina II
So it’s that time of year again. That time when the leaves change color and the temperature gets chilly; of course you would not be able to tell that 
by girls’ Halloween costumes. It is a beautiful thing depending on who you ask this new meaning to trick or treat. Although females can usually turn any character into an alluring costume guys on the other need some assistance. It is well documented that boys never grow up, just learn how to act in public and although that gorilla costume is REALLY cool it won’t necessarily drive her bananas.
A quick guideline to follow is to find figure fitting outfit, stay clear of messy makeup, and no full facial masks. How is that for terrifying? That being said, here is the Top Ten Halloween girl grabbing costumes for 2013.
- Pirate- Yes the old fashioned pirate still jollies her Roger. Made popular from Pirates of the Caribbean girls are still infatuated with their beloved Johnny Depp. A bit of eyeliner, bandana, cut-off jeans, and a billowy pirate shirt and a sword. Some scruffy beard will add to the costume but an eye patch might go over the top taking away from the pain of gouging yourself in the eye as you try to apply mascara. You also retain your man card because dude, you have a sword which will also be fun to play with after Halloween.
- Cowboy- Luke Bryan is in, and it’s always been a fan favorite for a girl to save a horse. Now for this cowboy, don’t rely on your work clothes or everyday attire. Think more rhinestone, flashy cowboy with chaps, spurs, handkerchief, and hip holster. Also the black slim fit Tombstone cowboy will work just as well for corralling. The Lone Ranger is perfect.
- Fireman- Girls like hot guys, and the fireman is always in the flames of desire. For this costume think calendar fireman with red suspenders, dark blue tight tee shirt, and fireman helmet. Adding a little soot to your face can help, but nothing over the top. Nothing extinguishes a girl’s flames like getting your makeup on her new outfit.
- Vampire- Sad day, but Team Edward will always beat the werewolf. Dress classy with a hit of the old fashion look. Darker colors such as Navy blue, burgundy, black, and grey work best; no tee shirts. Lighten up your skin with powder makeup and a hit of glitter. Again remember that after Halloween your life resumes monotony and having constant glitter in your face will make you look odd. A bit of eye makeup, possible contacts and obnoxious hair will complete your vampire.
- Native American- Newer idea, but dressing like a war chief is in this year. Head dress, war paint, and tomahawk are the basics of this ensemble. To create a more eye- catching look, if you can go topless, go topless. If you have been hitting the Campus Union Building more that the gym, sleeveless.
- Commando- Not the lack of undergarments kids, the recon one-man soldier. Ladies love a man in uniform, and this costume gains a bonus cool factor because you get to dress up like Rambo. Again, go easy on the makeup. Alternatively, a jet jockey works great. Top Gun style green jumpsuit with mirror aviators works great.
- Bond, James Bond- Simple, smooth, and sophisticated. Women go crazy about a sharp dressed man. As James Bond, the black suit and tie work perfect. Doll up your hair and you have the excuse to accessorize with a pistol and martini glass.
- Greaser- That’s what we called them in my day, the bad boy on a motorbike. Think Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli, or one of the guys in the movie Grease. Girls love a “bad boy” and lately the pinup 50’s styles are making a comeback. Leather jacket, tight white shirt, tight cuffed jeans, Converse shoes and the pompadour hair with duck tail. Added touch, keep a comb in your back pocket to complete the habitual narcissism of constant combing.
- Spartan- Yes the 300 movie Spartans has been done 300 times over, but the ladies love a warrior for obvious topless reasons.
- Waldo- Yes Waldo from Where’s Waldo? Why you ask? Waldo will bring humor to the party you go to making you stand out unlike the character. A practice called “peacocking” which is standing out in a crowd to gain the notice of the surrounding girls. Most importantly for this costume is simply for the conversation starter, “I heard you were looking for me.” Boom. You’re welcome.