It's a Goodie!: Halloween Hijinx

I hope everyone had a fabulous Halloween – it’s one of my favorite holidays. What’s not to love? Candy, awesome costumes, parties, drinks – all some of my favorite things.

Today I decided it would be good to reflect on some of my favorite costumes through the years. Now don’t get me wrong, I definitely had some “off” years such as a hershey’s kiss, western witch (what the crap, right), devil farmer (again, lame) and little Edie from Grey Gardens (which would have been cool if people had heard of Grey Gardens – I was mistaken for a crazy cat lady, which is kind of related I guess).

I think I pretty much went as a princess from grades K – 5. After that is when some of the costume fails listed above occurred. Anyway, on to some of my faves.

We’ll start with the most recent. This year, I went as a voodoo doll. I love New Orleans and enjoy the mystery of voodoo (don’t freak out, I’m not like a devil worshipper, etc etc) and the culture that goes along with it.

I was at first going to go as Julia Child, but that seemed too easy. Thus, the voodoo concept was born.

Meet the inspiration for my costume -- my sometimes cranky voodoo doll.
I took her along to JoAnn's to reference while buying supplies and her head
like seriously started popping off (in anger I think) -- more white pin!

This part is quite shocking. I was able to restitch my sash without a major sewing machine melt down.

Here's a bird's eye view of my hair.

And here's the whole ensemble! Features -- tutu featuring mardi gras colors,
black and white pins, a little pouch for treasures, giant hair, crazy makeup.

And now onto some other faves from years gone by.