Halloween

Vampires

November 25, 2011 Halloween

The idea of vampires is one of the most popular genres to date when it comes to the media. While the term ‘vampire’ started in the early 18th century, the description of these creatures existed long before the word itself. Those resembling what we would call vampires could be found in history dating as far [...]

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Goths

October 25, 2011 Halloween

While often bullied and ridiculed in high school, Goths actually represent a very vibrant subculture that has its root in the late 70s, early 80s punk rock scene. In fact, Goths have outlived many other subcultures that sprang from the same source and continue to endure today. Furthermore, Goth influences have filtered down into mainstream [...]

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Zombies

October 18, 2011 Halloween

The dead have been frequently walking the Earth lately. No, it isn’t a sign of the end times but it is a sign that a whole culture is being constructed around these shambling corpses. Nevertheless, why do people opt to dress up in pancake makeup and fake blood and simulate the movements of the walking [...]

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Horror Movies: Then and Now

October 11, 2011 Halloween
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Why do we seek out things that scare us? Since the beginning of the film era we have gravitated toward movies with monsters and villains that make our blood run cold and keep us up at night. Maybe it’s the adrenaline rush; or maybe it’s to prove to ourselves we are brave enough to handle [...]

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Enchanted Alice

October 25, 2010 Halloween
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There have been so many design variations of Alice’s dress its hard to remember exactly what the original design was. Since the recent release of Alice in Wonderland “Through the Looking Glass” Leg Avenue has thrown a few more variations into the loop. This Alice dress is a very clean cut design with a hint [...]

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Vampiress Costume

October 20, 2010 Halloween
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Now, if there was any genre of costume that has been done so often over the decades, the award would more than likely go to the vampires. Every other year or so some new hype comes along to remind us just what fascinates us so much about these undead creatures. Going as far back as [...]

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Miss Diagnosis

October 18, 2010 Halloween
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Who hasn’t thought of a naughty nurse costume as an option for Halloween. It’s a classic, one of the great fall backs. The only thing about fall backs is that they have been done so many times, in so many ways. This gives you an excuse to find the newest and most original designs of [...]

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Pink Pixie Costume

August 16, 2010 Halloween
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We have had this Roma costume for a while but I just can’t get over how adorable it is! As a child, I couldn’t help but wonder about fantasy creatures like pixies and fairies. With all the books out there telling you stories of fairies, how could you not wonder if they were real. Now [...]

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So much glamor! So little time!

August 5, 2010 Halloween

Only 86 days left! Time to plan and practice your own unique look. Come on over to Frankel’s and try on something. Get some ideas. Find just the right accessories. Get everything just so. Practice your makeup. Get a professional consultation and learn to do it right. At Frankel’s we have everything you need. Four [...]

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You Salsa Devil, You

August 5, 2010 Halloween

Only 88 days left! Who are you going to be? Let that naughty girl out! Like to salsa? You could be the Salsa Devil. It’s a costume worthy of Dancing with the Stars. Glamorous, flirty, bare enough. Lots of red, sequins, filmy chiffon floating over a bare midriff. Fun for dancing. Sequined horns on a [...]

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