50's themed halloween costumes?

[djoygirl]

Hello all!

I need some ideas for 50's themed costumes this year. DH and I usually like to go as a matching pair, but I guess we don't have to. I'm sure there will be plenty of Lucies and Rickies, as well as poodle skirts and letter sweaters. I was hoping for something a little different.

Also, I'll be almost 5 months pregnant, so, while I'm not showing too much yet, I won't be my usual slim self.

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!

[mandarin2j]

What about going as beatniks? Rick Ocasek (sp?) and Pia Zadora do a great turn as beatniks in John Waters' film "Hairspray," if you need a template.

-Amanda

[SusanT]

Pregnant Lucy and Ricky Ricardo!

[sharon]

Here's three ideas and check out this website http://www.fiftiesweb.com/pop/1950.htm

Gunsmoke was a big hit, go as Marshall Dillion and Kitty.
Disney's Cinderella debuted in 1950, here's your chance for a princess outfit! ;)
Or, Peanuts comic strip debuted in 1950. You could go as Charlie Brown and Lucy (Snoopy depending on your mindset)!

Good Luck and let us know what you decide!

[SusanT]

Ok, well obviously I didn't finish reading your thread before I responded! How about pregnant Jackie Kennedy and Jack Kennedy.

[Peggy C.]

Fonzie and Pinkie Tuskadero (sp?)? Not great, but a twist.

[djoygirl]

Thanks ya'll for your ideas. Sharon, that web-site should definitely be helpful. It's full of interesting stuff:)