• Couples who make their own costumes save money and have more fun.mask image by Lovrencg from Fotolia.com
  
  Don't let the price of Halloween costumes scare you away from celebrating on October 31st. By looking through dresser drawers, closets and unpacked boxes for costume pieces, you will both save a lot of money. Also, brainstorming and trying on different combinations of clothes together may lead to some amusing outcomes that will make this Halloween the one you both remember.
  
  

Bonnie and Clyde

• Bonnie and Clyde are notorious for being two of the most well-known, elusive and charismatic criminals in American history. This Halloween, become "America's Most Wanted" by dressing up as this fun and sexy 1930's couple. Men dressing as Clyde can wear a double-breasted pinstriped suit, an ironed dress shirt, solid colored tie, and wingtip shoes. Complete the look by carrying around a toy gun and wearing a fedora hat tilted to the side. To dress up as Bonnie, women can wear a tight pinstriped skirt and jacket. Complete the look by wearing a pair of black heels and putting on some bright red lipstick.
  
  

Magician and Assistant

• Magicians and their assistants have dazzled audiences for centuries. This inexpensive costume idea is perfect for a charming and attractive couple. If you want to dress up as a magician's assistant, then wear clothes that are bright, that show off your body and that allow a wide and comfortable range of movement. For a smart look, wear black pants, a tuxedo shirt and a top hat. For a more sensual look, wear a short skirt, a flashy sleeveless shirt and high-heels. Men can wear a tuxedo, a black bow tie, dress shoes and top hat. Both the magician and the assistant can enhance their costumes by purchasing any of the following inexpensive accessories: a small toy bunny, a deck of cards, a simple magic trick or a magic wand.
  
  

Superman and Lois Lane

• Capture the style, charm and heroism of comic book superheroes by dressing up as Superman and Lois Lane this Halloween. To dress up as Superman, attach a red sheet to the rear collar of a blue Superman shirt. Men should buy the shirt in a smaller size so that it fits their chest snugly. To complete Superman's costume, wear red briefs, blue tights, and a pair of boots. Style Superman's hair so that it is parted to the side and maintains the "wet look." In characteristically 1940's fashion, Lois Lane's costume consists of a darkly colored skirt, a lightly colored blouse, seamed stockings, and black high-heels. Wear your hair shoulder length and use curlers to give it a wavy look.
  
  

Mummy and Poppy

• This inexpensive costume idea is for a couple with a great sense of humor. Become "the mummy" by wrapping yourself in toilet paper from head to toe. To dress your significant other as "the poppy," cover him in bubble wrap. For both costumes, make sure you add openings so that you can breathe and see clearly.