Don't Spend Another Year as a Hooker or a Pimp

OK, here's the situation: It's the Friday before Halloween you still ain't got no costume. Houstonist doesn't either. Defaulting to the standard the pimps-and-hookers costume theme of many parties is tempting us this late in the game. But, sometimes it's fun to take a break from your normal club attire and wear something original.

Fortunately, Houstonist kicks ass at beer pong recovering from procrastination. We've been combing the InterWeb for about two minutes now. Here are few of the gems we have discovered:

iPod Commercial
This is the simplest idea on the list. Dress in all black. Apply black make-up to any exposed skin so that you look like the folks in the commercial. Dance like a fool. Simple and cool since it will disguise the fact that you dance worse than Elaine on Seinfeld.

Judge Judy
Houstonist actually pulled this one together in about an hour for a last minute party a few years ago. The essentials for this are the judge's robe (think old graduation gown), the lacey collar and a wig. Dig your graduation gown out of the attic and head to the fabric store for the lace. Hot glue the lace to the robe and you're finished. Put on the wig and crank up your attitude. Spend the night screaming, "I'm the boss, apple sauce" and calling everyone, "Buster."

Missionaries on Bikes
Planning to hit a few parties in your neighborhood, but don't want to drive? This costume idea integrates transportation into the mix and works best when done with a buddy. You need black slacks, a white short-sleeved button down shirt, a tie and a bike. Don't forget to put lights on the bike and bring a lock. Be careful if you're planning to ride after boozing. You don't want to wipe out or get a DWI.

Mr. T
We pity the fool who doesn't remember Mr. T. He's the guy that kicked Rocky's butt around the ring in Rocky III. This construction on this is a bit involved, but it'll be worth winning the bar tab and the admiration of your fellow party goers. Oh, and we recommend using fake bling, not the real thing.

Rubik's Cube
This construction instensive project will may set you back a few bucks unless you get a discount at Texas Art Supply, but being the best has a price. This is the most original costume, and the most labor intensive, we found. Houstonist recommends not wearing this to a house party with expensive antiques waiting to be knocked off of shaky end tables.

More Halloween Costume Idears
+ 365 Halloween
+ Costume Idea Zone
+ MAKE Blog

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Photo: flickr user mecredis.