Party Halloween Costumes

Okay, so you want to punk up last year's Alice in Wonderland costume? Cut the skirt to half the length, add a pair of black-and-white tights, and your favorite pair of Maryjane shoes. Line your eyes in black eyeliner and put silver lipstick on your pouter. Scowl prettily.

Halloween Costumes for Teens #5
The Pirate

Johnny Depp made pirates totally sexy, and you can capitalize on the look yourself. All you need are some pirate-y clothes, black eyeliner, a tri-point hat, and an eyepatch. Parrot not required. Make sure to practice your piratese before heading out to the party, me maties.

Halloween Costumes for Teens #6
The Swine Flu

H1N1 is among us, so why not act the part? Whether you choose to dress up like a doctor gone mad or a giant syringe, making fun of the swine flu is a great way to get over being scared of it!

Halloween Costumes for Teens #7
Michael Jackson

Whether you go for the thriller-esque Zombie Michael Jackson look or the more traditional version, MJ is bound to be a popular look this Halloween. Why not get a bunch of your friends to dress up like MJ is a tribute to the King of Pop?

Halloween Costumes for Teens #8
The Geisha

You'll need silk bathrobe, a wide belt, white face powder, and a black Geisha wig to pull off this Japanese look.

Halloween Costumes for Teens #9
The Vampire

Besides getting to say, "I Vant to Suck Your Blood" all night, vampires are just plain cool. Whether you go for the Twilight-esque vampire look or the more traditional Bela Lugosi style vampire with the pale face and cape, you'll have a blast dressed like a vampire this Halloween.

Halloween Costumes for Teens #10
The Devil

Indulge your inner demon by dressing like the devil this Halloween. The Dark Side is, after all, what All Hallow's Eve is all about. Being devious and devilish, and look cute while doing it. You'll just need some red clothes and a set of horns. Easy!

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By Moira Richardson - A freelance writer living in Providence, Rhode Island, Moira Richardson is a regular magazine contributor. When she is not writing, Moira is often found making jewelry, teaching classes, or playing the acco...