With Halloween being one of the most celebrated festivals around the world today (maybe Christmas or Thanksgiving aside) it is amazing to think that we are following traditions and myths that have their roots deep in history and although we have had many influences over time, that dressing up is still such a key part to the festivities.
So, to find something original and in keeping with something that has played a very big role in how we portray evil, have you thought about looking at some vampire costume ideas for a blood curdling impact this year? Although we have known about this type of entity for centuries, the term vampire did not really catch on until Bram Stoker wrote his famous Count Dracula book in the late 1800s and since then there have been some pretty amazing vampire costumes ideas.
The real icing on the cake and one of the most pivotal happenings that sealed the fate of how any self respecting vampire should appear was definitely the spin that Hollywood gave on the Count and all he encompassed.
This debonair, if slightly pale looking guy who did not have a hair out of place became the traditional representation and one that certainly has stuck with him over time.
No vampire would be seen without a cloak, cane, full cravat, shirt, dress trousers and waistcoat, unless of course he has shape shifted into a bat, wolf or rat.
It is fantastic just looking at some of these stunning Halloween costume ideas for adults you really get a sense of the mystery that surrounds Count Dracula himself and the charisma too.
For one so deadly he certainly does not dress like you would expect and I think that this is what makes him so feared, he truly is not what you would think.
With such a choice of quality outfits available at the touch of a button or click of a mouse, it is easy to see how simple you can make a very dramatic impact on your Halloween celebrations.
With the addition of Halloween costume wigs and a realistic set of vampire fangs to really finish the look, nobody will be immune to your gentlemanly charms.
There are some pretty cute Halloween costumes too and looking at some of the baby vampires it would be hard not to just fall in love with one, honest.
Somehow a red and black all in one looks cosy, comfortable and safe and is a sure fire way to your little ones getting their trick or treat pail filled up pretty quickly.
Very importantly, Dracula had three brides and to make sure that the ladies are not forgotten the vampire costume ideas for women are pretty stunning.
You can be as Gothic and dark as you would like or a sexy, sultry, siren very easily too.
I really think you will be amazed at how quickly you will find the perfect outfit to make your evening go with a scream.