From spooky to sexy to just plain bizarre, the custom of dressing up every Oct. 31 has had a lot of twists and turns. Here’s a look back at the history behind Halloween costumes and getting all ...

Roud noted that the germs of modern Halloween were visible by the mid-20th century, where records from the time spoke of children wearing costumes and visiting homes.

Some Halloween costumes have been around for decades. Kids dressed up as witches, ghosts and even princesses, long before Disney. Other getups are inspired by their times: Leg warmers for a “… ...

Sexy Halloween costumes have been around for as long as we can remember. We spoke to experts to unpack when and why Halloween costumes became sexy.

Fear, fantasy and fun—Halloween’s history and psychological significance. As the leaves turn and nights grow longer, millions will embrace the spirit of Halloween, a holiday that captivates the ...

Looking for a Halloween costume? Wikimedia Commons If you're in need of a Halloween costume and looking to pay homage to some of the legendary people who laid the path for LGBTQ + culture, here ...

The origins of these classic costumes are probably not what you would expect.

The most popular Halloween costumes over the past 150 years — and the fascinating history behind how costume trends have changed ...

Each day during Black History Month, Spanish teacher Tamika Burton introduces students to noteworthy figures in a fashionable way.

There are few things more fun than dressing up for Halloween, but watching your favorite TV characters dress up comes in at a close second. Certain shows have become known for their Halloween ...

Costume designers Ellen Mirojnick, Oliver Garcia and Mark Bridges on designing to honor historical figures for 'Oppenheimer,' 'Chevalier' and 'Maestro.' ...

American Girl has released its annual Halloween costumes — and this year, adults can also dress up as their favorite characters from the 1980s and 1990s.