Friday, September 23, 2011

Twenty Two - Kids Halloween Costumes: Let Your Son Be a Super Hero

By Susan West


Your son's personality and likes will play a big part when you take him to check out the latest boys Halloween costumes. Every year, the most recent, popular cartoons and films influence child outfit trends during the holiday. A young mind may have a hard time settling on just one. There are a few things you can do to make the process painless before going to the store and wading into the sea of kids Halloween costumes.

Like we said in the beginning, think about what types of attention your son pays to certain things. What are his hobbies? Does he play any sports? The answers to these questions can help you start down the road of selecting from a myriad of boys Halloween costumes you'll find when out shopping. Give him, and yourself, time to ponder and think about what kind of kids costume he will want to choose.

How old your son is at the time you are selecting the costume will also be a determining factor. A younger child will probably be a little less fussy about which boys Halloween costumes you decide to choose. On the other hand, if you have an older child the situation may be just the opposite. A regular child outfit or a special Halloween costume can be a major life decision for a child who is somewhat older.

Any holiday has the potential to bring on a festive mood and atmosphere. For your son, looking for his perfect boys Halloween costumes can add to the excitement of Halloween. When it comes to school though, it's best to make sure that there are no specific restrictions on the type of costume your child can wear while in class. If the school doesn't send you a letter, it may be best to reach out yourself and make sure there isn't a certain kind of male costume you need to buy in this case.

A simple conversation can tell you a lot about what your son wants to be for Halloween. Boys Halloween costumes come in a variety of styles, and the more options you present to him the more he may change his mind. Instead of offering up pictures, start off by asking him what he wants to be, without any outside influences. Then show him some examples or make some suggestions.

Halloween can be just as insane as Christmas when it comes to retail. The only difference is that the Christmas season seems to last much longer, or maybe it just feels that way. Either way, save yourself a hectic trip by shopping early. Many parents put off the costume search until the last minute, mere days before the big trick or treat night. Do not find yourself with your hair sticking out at odd angles from how much you have been pulling on it, as you suffocate in piles of costumes and screaming urchins. Eliminating the stress of being rushed can make the trip much easier to deal with.

Keep in mind, even if you buy all your boys Halloween costumes from the store, you can still add special embellishments that will make it stand out. A kids costume doesn't have to be totally made at home to appear unique and special. You'd be surprised at the magic that can be created with a little craft glue and paint. Don't be afraid, add a little something extra to jazz things up, you son will be glad you did!

This year's boys Halloween costumes are out there just waiting to be found by you and your son. Take my advice and begin early to avoid any unwanted pressure associated with waiting. And remember, store bought boys Halloween costumes can be exciting and not boring if you take the extra step of adding certain embellishments to make them shine even more. What excitement you'll share with your little one over the creation you both had a hand in putting together! Edited by Hetsil Protage




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