10 Hot Halloween Costumes and DIY Costume Ideas for 2009

Halloween Costumes are hot, and each year certain themes dominate every Halloween party. Hot Halloween Costumes for 2009 include pirates, Michael Jackson, Spiderman and the characters of Lost. Here are just 10 of the hot Halloween costumes for the season, but let your imagination run wild! Halloween doesn't have to cost a fortune, and you probably have what you need for a great costume already lying around the house. If you don't, thrift store Halloween costumes are bound to be a big trend this year.

Hot Halloween Costume #1

Spiderman

Spiderman is consistently one of the hottest Halloween costumes around. Whether you decide to splurge on a pre-packaged Spiderman costume or you decide to be creative and make your own Spiderman costume from thrift store finds and some face paints, you're sure to be a hit. Another other superhero is also a guaranteed hit.

Hot Halloween Costume #2

Lost

Lost has been a popular television show for many years, and this year is no exception. Make your own costume and you, too, can look like a member of the cast. This article offers tips on creating other television show based costumes as well.

Hot Halloween Costume #3

The Geico Caveman

I mean, who hasn't seen the Geico commercials that focus on the abuse of the Caveman? You just know Cavemen around going to be hot, hot, hot this year, and all you need is a loin clothes and a few days without a shower. You may see a few Aflac ducks or Geckos around, as well.

Hot Halloween Costume #4

Stephen Hawking

If you already use a wheelchair, all you'll need is a copy of A Brief History of Time, big square eyeglasses, and a sports jacket. Make your own voice synthesizer or find a child's version to use for the night. You can be a mad scientist, too, as that's always a classic.

Hot Halloween Costume #5

Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson has long been a popular Halloween costume, but this year is likely going to be crazy full of MJ impersonators, and rather than looking for something different, why not join in the fun. Who knows, maybe you'll join up with a whole gang of MJ look-alikes at a party?

Hot Halloween Costume #6

The Fortuneteller

Gypsies are always popular Halloween costumes, but this year's bad economy means a step up, so why not go as a fortune teller? Add your own deck of tarot cards and you could earn enough money to buy your drinks by doing readings throughout the night.

Hot Halloween Costume #7

Mother Nature

Pregnant? Never fear, there are plenty of options available for you, but why not capitalize on your fertile bump and dress as Mother Nature? Use your natural glowing skin, some flowy earth mother clothing, and a long curly wig, and you're all set, and still comfortable enough to walk around without bitching about your swollen ankles.

Hot Halloween Costume #8

Pirates

Johnny Depp made pirates look oh so good, and this year, why not dress the whole family like a gang of pirates? I'm not saying you should pillage and plunder, but you might as well go trick-or-treating en mass, don't you think?

Hot Halloween Costume #9

Pumpkin
It's an old standby, but what Halloween party is complete without at least one person in the room dressed like a pumpkin? You can buy your own costume, or improvise with an oversized orange sweatshirt. And, you just know little kids look the cutest with pumpkin-themed face paint.

Hot Halloween Costume #10

Peace & Quiet

This is an article for dressing twins, but even a couple can try out the look. Dress like flowery, peace-loving hippy types. One of your should have a large peace sign painted on his or her shirt; the other will carry around a cardboard sign that says Quiet. How ridiculously awesome is that? Happy Halloween!