Some of you are asking, “What’s the point of Halloween when you’re an adult with no children?” I’m here to tell you that there is a point and it has a little something to do with the adult costume variety that’s out there today. When was the last time you looked for a costume… an adult costume; beyond your local grocery or department store? Yes, major grocery stores are now carrying costumes for adults. Have you seen the inside of a Halloween specialty shop or a party store lately?

They’re great, and I don’t just mean that from a parent’s point of view either. Party stores are home to lots of great little things. Decorations, take-home toys, wedding nonsense (yes, I said it), and of course, the almighty costume. For children picking out a costume is a no-brainer usually; it’s the Power Ranger, the Princess, or the Ninja. For an adult, however, the consideration of where you’re going to wear this costume, what for, and for how long all crosses your mind at some point. I’m pretty sure that those sexy little “French Maid” numbers don’t sell too well in Alaska.

An adult costume differs very much from a child’s in that you have the freedom to be something outrageous without crossing a line: there is comedy in many choices. Have you seen the Plug and Socket costume? How about the giant chicken, penguin, or cow? You could pick the conversation-starter of the evening and not even know it. Of course, be wary that if you’re simply handing candy out on your front porch, you might want to be a little more conservative.

Halloween gives you the option to be something and wear something you might not in everyday life. However, let’s not forget there is such a thing as a versatile costume. Looking to spice up your love life? There is a whole line of super sexy costumes, not to mention a plethora of wigs, make-up and endless accessory combinations.

Party stores are great to get started in, but let’s not forget those “specialty” stores that pop up just for this holiday; they’re not short on adult costumes either. They have everything mentioned above and (gasp!) more. The sad thing is, they are only around for a limited time usually; the upside, however, is the few days before and the couple days after the kooky holiday there are always great sales.

So you see, an adult costume can be fun or sexy, mature or juvenile, it’s all up to you. My bit of advice is to just make sure that you consider the weather very thoroughly before you pick out that super thin, skin-tight, Superman costume or that Yeti get-up. It’s all very tempting, but giving yourself a budget will ensure you won’t go overboard. Of course, without kids, this is very difficult as when it comes to Halloween they don’t understand the concept of money… you’re like that, too, aren’t you? Adult costumes are surely a way to bring out your inner kid, Halloween or not.