Published on: 10/27/2006
Elbow those kiddies aside. For many adults, Halloween is a time to get creative and/or kinky and strut your inner pirate or hooker at a party. A third of American grown-ups plan to sport a costume this year, says the National Retail Federation.
But some want to make a statement, or at least an entrance, as something timely, startling and likely to make people say, "That's not funny, it's sick. OK, it's funny and sick."
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Remember: These are not recommendations for kids' costumes.
JACK BAUER. If people ask who you are, tell them you'll explain in the car, but you don't! have! time! now!
KIM JONG-IL. Black pajamas, big sunglasses, Geiger counter.
BAG OF SPINACH. After Kim, the scariest thing out there these days.
JOHN MARK KARR. No costume required — just practice that creepy stare. Not good if you're looking to hook up.
STILL-UNNAMED BABY PANDA. Nice for the awwww factor.
UGLY BETTY. TV's big new star could be fun, complete with unibrow, braces, poncho. Funnier
if you're a guy.
MEL GIBSON. By 2 a.m., you might be mistaken for him anyway.
— Phil Kloer
RELATED LINKS:
• Photos: Costumes
• For more Halloween photos and event listings, go to www.accessatlanta.com.
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