Halloween Costumes for Asian People

Fairy costumes and vampire costumes fit everyone but let's face it though, if you're Asian you won't be a convincing Hannah Montana. Here are some Halloween costume ideas for Asian people. I have a picture of an Asian, elementary sized Dolly Parton. It's me with a long blonde wig and something in my top to resemble humongous breasts. I'm even wearing blue eyeshadow and I think what used to be called rouge. I'll bet that not one person knew who I was supposed to be that year, even with the enormous balloon breasts. Here are some simple ideas I've come up with for Halloween costumes if you happen to be Asian.

Ninja Costume

I hate to be stereotypical, but honestly can anyone be a more convincing ninja than an Asian person? All you need is a black hoodie, black leggings and cover your face (except your eyes of course) with a black bandana. It also helps to have a sword or some kind of ninja weapon. Also make sure you lurk behind trees and jump out at people...silently. No yelling "rahrrr" or "boo".

Famous Asian People Costumes

Not everyone is aware of them, but there are famous Asian people that would make great Halloween costumes. Yo Yo Ma being one. All you need is a pair of glasses and a cello. Wear a suit if you really want to be convincing. Apl.de.ap of the Black Eyed Peas is an easy costume for Asian people also if you happen to have a mohawk, a pair of large, oversized sunglasses and some rocker clothes. If you have an Asian friend with long hair, they can dress up as Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas, even though he is not Asian.

Other famous Asians to consider are Kim Jong Il (be careful), Lucy Liu, Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, Tila Tequila, Ghandi and Genghis Khan.

Karate or Kung Fu Halloween Costume

One of the easiest costumes for Asian people is karate guy or kung fu girl. A solid colored robe and either barefoot or slippers along with a tie around your head is sufficient. You will have to pretend to bust bricks with your hands and feet and yell out "hi yaaaa" periodically but other than that you're good to go for a Halloween costume.

What Not to Dress Up as If You are Asian

In these times we want to believe that anything is possible but there are certain Halloween costumes that no Asian person should ever wear. I'm placing my Dolly Parton costume on this list and adding a few others.

Dolly Parton

Cowgirl

Cowboy

Michael Jackson

Elvis Presley

Barbie

If all else fails, you can always buy the costumes with the masks like the Gerald Ford and George Bush Halloween costumes and there will probably be President Obama masks available too. Whatever you decide to dress up as, whether Asian or not, have a safe and happy Halloween!

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