Halloween Costumes for Couples

Halloween is round the corner and it's time to come up with some creative and unique Halloween costumes. With the kids' costumes sorted out, it is now time to pay attention to some interesting couples' costumes, which can stand out from the rest of the crowd. While you may have come across the regulars, there are some unique costume for couples that are doing the rounds this year. Take your pick from the ideas given here!

Unique Costume Ideas for Couples

While costumes on Halloween have a timeless quality, there are some more characters you can draw inspiration from this year.

• Princess Neytiri and Jake Sully (from the movie Avatar): The biggest hit of the year 2009 that is still fresh in our minds has to definitely find its way into Halloween. Dressed as this wonderful fantasy couple, there is no way you cannot win any Halloween costume contest this year.
• Shrek and Princess Fiona: The fact that this couple finally lived happily ever after should definitely be celebrated this Halloween. Get some green body paint and prepare the costumes yourself as they require little time and effort to be made. In fact, if you have a white tunic, old boots, a rugged jacket, the male's costume is ready. The women only need a green dress, and you are good to go.
• Famous Football Player and Accompanying Cheerleader: If the FIFA fever has not died down yet, then men can sport their favorite football player from the winning team this year (Spain), and women can accompany them dressed as sexy cheerleaders!
• Edward Cullen and Bella Swan (as vampire): You may be a little ahead of time, but with the movie Breaking Dawn around the corner for release, you can definitely sport the couple that has rocked the world with its thrilling and romantic escapades. These vampire costume ideas will have you stand out in the crowd for sure. Ensure that you as Bella look as pale as Edward. Also make use of some costume contacts for an authentic look.
• Mad Hatter and Red Queen: While everyone would expect you to dress as Alice with the Mad Hatter, here's a little twist in the tale. Women can make it creative by dressing up as the Red Queen and give everyone a big surprise.

Classic Costume Ideas

Though every year there is something creative to add to the list of Halloween costumes for couples, there are still some classics that are loved and worn by everyone every year. These have their own charm and somehow don't seem to go out of style.

• Plug (Male) and Socket (Female)
• Rubber and Glue
• Pirate Costumes
• Cleopatra and Marc Anthony
• Robin Hood and Maid Marian
• Policeman and Naughty Cop
• Gomez and Morticia Addams (from the Addams' Family)
• George and Jane Jetson (from the Jetsons)
• Angel and Devil
• Pirates
• Oktoberfest Costumes
• Playboy Owner Hugh Hefner and Playboy Bunny
• Michael and Kaye Corleone (from the movie The Godfather)
• Sick Dog and Nurse
• Caveman and Cavewoman (Also Fred and Wilma Flintstone / Barney and Betty Rubble)
• Voodoo Priest and Priestess
• Devil and Devil's Temptress
• Ghostly Couple
• Dracula and Bride
• Matador and Spanish Dancer

Do keep in mind that Halloween costumes needn't only be famous, fictional, or mythological characters from books and movies. You could well be dressed based upon some personality traits, like the rubber and glue example given above. Get creative, draw inspiration, and come up with some unique costume ideas that you can sport this Halloween. Happy Halloween!