the gay superhero
photo credit // dave ouano
Halloween has fast become the high holy day on the gay calendar. It's the time of year when we can let loose and fulfill the fantasies we've entertained throughout the year. So dust off that disquise and enjoy the festivities - Saturday 10/30 and Sunday 10/31.
If you're having a Halloween costume crisis, check out these suggestions from the ChicagoPride.com editors with help from Feast of Fun, Kirk Williamson and Dave Tripper.
Jersey Cher: If you can pull it off, wear a trademark Cher wig/outfit and over-apply any horrible, horrible bronzer. THEN, throw on a tank top with "I heart Snookie" or "I got a Situation DOWN THERE" scribbled in Sharpie on said tank top. FINALLY, prior to any event/party/soiree you attend be sure to practice being loud an annoying while creating drama absolutely no one cares about and drone on about it all night long. (p.s… If you can throw in a Cher impression a la Jack from "Will and Grace," GO FOR IT!) - Dave Tripper, Fusion Radio Chicago
In the ultimate combination of über-gay and smarty-pants, I have always wanted to dress as Cher along with a friend in an identical Cher get-up. Then, as we hit the town, I'd keep my fingers crossed that at least one queen would guess our costume's theme: Cher and Cher alike. - Kirk Williamson, Nightspots Editor
Drag Diva: A lot of guys turn to drag for the first time on Halloween which can be quite daunting. If you are going to do this, have someone who is more experienced in the fine art of drag to help you out or you'll just end up looking like a booger queen. Go through a couple of trial runs so that on Halloween you feel comfortable and have your desired look down pat. But beware, drag is a slippery slope and once you start sliding you just may be cross dressing full time. But you secretly want that don't you? - Fausto Fernos, Feast of Fun
"Tricks" rabbit: Get a bunny suit, cover it in condoms on the front and a scroll of imagined lovers on the back. More props to those who figure out your costume! - Dave Tripper
Muscle Stud: At Halloween, people want to be slutty, so the best Halloween costume for a gay man is muscles! Who doesn't like a muscle stud dressed as lumberjack, a Spartan or a comic book hero? But if you haven't been hitting it hard at the gym, you'll have to figure out an alternative to what turns gay men on and I'll tell you my secret- if you can dress as something warm and cuddly, men will happy give you hugs and kisses and maybe a whole lot more. So get your teddy bear outfit together and pop some breath mints in your mouth because you are going to get some hot action. - Marc Felion, Feast of Fun
Britney Minogue or Lady Madonna: There are so many iconic videos between these artists, have fun combining the looks! Especially great if you're single, because if someone figures out your theme, they're a keeper! - Dave Tripper
Lady Gaga from "Telephone" video: It's pretty easy to find empty soda cans for rollers and yellow CAUTION tape (strategically placed) for an outfit. - Dave Tripper
Vampire: Any character that sucks is always popular at a gay gathering. The vampire has been made even more popular by the HBO series "True Blood." - Kevin Wayne, ChicagoPride.com
Police Officer: Alright, hand cuffs, a tight uniform – what more could a boy want? Protect the neighborhood in this arresting choice.
If you're having a Halloween costume crisis, check out these suggestions from the ChicagoPride.com editors with help from Feast of Fun, Kirk Williamson and Dave Tripper.
Jersey Cher: If you can pull it off, wear a trademark Cher wig/outfit and over-apply any horrible, horrible bronzer. THEN, throw on a tank top with "I heart Snookie" or "I got a Situation DOWN THERE" scribbled in Sharpie on said tank top. FINALLY, prior to any event/party/soiree you attend be sure to practice being loud an annoying while creating drama absolutely no one cares about and drone on about it all night long. (p.s… If you can throw in a Cher impression a la Jack from "Will and Grace," GO FOR IT!) - Dave Tripper, Fusion Radio Chicago
In the ultimate combination of über-gay and smarty-pants, I have always wanted to dress as Cher along with a friend in an identical Cher get-up. Then, as we hit the town, I'd keep my fingers crossed that at least one queen would guess our costume's theme: Cher and Cher alike. - Kirk Williamson, Nightspots Editor
Drag Diva: A lot of guys turn to drag for the first time on Halloween which can be quite daunting. If you are going to do this, have someone who is more experienced in the fine art of drag to help you out or you'll just end up looking like a booger queen. Go through a couple of trial runs so that on Halloween you feel comfortable and have your desired look down pat. But beware, drag is a slippery slope and once you start sliding you just may be cross dressing full time. But you secretly want that don't you? - Fausto Fernos, Feast of Fun
"Tricks" rabbit: Get a bunny suit, cover it in condoms on the front and a scroll of imagined lovers on the back. More props to those who figure out your costume! - Dave Tripper
Muscle Stud: At Halloween, people want to be slutty, so the best Halloween costume for a gay man is muscles! Who doesn't like a muscle stud dressed as lumberjack, a Spartan or a comic book hero? But if you haven't been hitting it hard at the gym, you'll have to figure out an alternative to what turns gay men on and I'll tell you my secret- if you can dress as something warm and cuddly, men will happy give you hugs and kisses and maybe a whole lot more. So get your teddy bear outfit together and pop some breath mints in your mouth because you are going to get some hot action. - Marc Felion, Feast of Fun
Britney Minogue or Lady Madonna: There are so many iconic videos between these artists, have fun combining the looks! Especially great if you're single, because if someone figures out your theme, they're a keeper! - Dave Tripper
Lady Gaga from "Telephone" video: It's pretty easy to find empty soda cans for rollers and yellow CAUTION tape (strategically placed) for an outfit. - Dave Tripper
Vampire: Any character that sucks is always popular at a gay gathering. The vampire has been made even more popular by the HBO series "True Blood." - Kevin Wayne, ChicagoPride.com
Police Officer: Alright, hand cuffs, a tight uniform – what more could a boy want? Protect the neighborhood in this arresting choice.
