Two weeks until the big day and I swear I have butterflies.
I can safely say the haunted holiday is one of my Fav’s.
When it comes to the big day, I just love to surrender to madness.
It’s the one day out of the year that you can take on a whole new persona without being carted off to the room with padded walls.
“What to be for Halloween?” is the question that has always gotten me giddier than a tween.
I oft ponder the “sexy” slant to every female costume and the absence of a shirt for most daring dress -up guys.
“Sexy” Truck drivers, ladies? Really?? or Borat’s one piece, AGAIN boys? Really?
Not that I have been a saint, although I was once an angel complete with wings so big that I couldn’t fit through a standard door-way. I can’t say it was the easiest to cab home in at the end of the night, either.
I have donned every costume you could think of from the “sexy” devil, “not-so-sexy” pirate, Nicole Ritchie, my bff was Paris, of course, to a Hochtaler girl – complete with a cane and empty bottle of the classic 80’s vino.
My personal fav was the year that I went as LA Ink’s Kat Von D and everyone asked if I was Bif Naked!
Best ones that I have seen to date: the Justin and Janet nip slip incident and the two guys from Team America World Police complete with marionette strings right after the movie debuted.
No surprise that I won’t reviving anything from Halloween past. But I have learned that timing and relevancy is key.

This year I started brainstorming early and have gone through every idea from a Celeb off-spring (Suri Cruise or Gwen Stephani’s lil’ Kinsgston) to Lady Gaga (can’t find a blond hair bow anywhere!) to CNN’s resident pit-bull, Nancy Grace (too annoying)
So, I decided to take to Google, the home of universal answers to anything and everything.
And here is what I got:
Tribute: Michael Jackson or Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing (apparently death is big)
Reality Stars: Hair impaired, Kate Gosselin and the ever-douchey Jon.
Vampire chic: Twilight’s hot Robert Pattison – guaranteeing even the most socially inept male a fair shake at the ladies.
Blockbuster Bets: Wolverine or Optimus Prime and Transformers anything…I’m sure guys will approve any Megan Fox look-a-likes.
HBO darlings: Dexter, Eastbound & Down’s Kenny Powers and that sizzling True Blood cast.
Olympic fever: Michael Phelps complete with 8 medals and a bong.
For the political set: Barack and Michelle and Tina Fey as Sarah Palin.
For late night lovers: the not-so-faithful David Letterman to my red headed fav – Conan O’Brien.
Hip hop’s fav couple: Beyonce and Jay-Z or old school rock lover’s Pammy and Tommy
Been done but still soo good: the crime fighting duo – Dog the Bounty and lovely wife Beth.

The opportunities are endless and whatever you go with it’s all about the little details.
Now that you are all dressed up, don’t miss out on the following spooky activities:

Make sure you get a healthy dose of the top ten horror classiques like Children of the Corn, Night of the Living Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Nightmare on Elm Street, Wolf Creek, Poltergeist, Halloween, Friday the 13th and if you can handle it, the one that makes grown men cry, Exorcist.

Fight Nights at the PNE – Creep yourself to the max at the best ‘live cast’ haunted house around. Just get used to asking the question “who just touched me??”
Hell, may even be the best time to try the Hellevator.
Oct 16 – Oct 31 http://www.pne.ca/fright-nights/

The Vancouver premiere of Evil Dead: The Musical, hits The Vogue Theatre (918 Granville Street), opening October 20, 2009.
The movie hits the stage and does not disappoint!
THE SPLATTER ZONE is located in the first five rows of The Vogue Theatre; ask for The Splatter Zone when booking tickets.
Tickets are on-sale at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.ticketmaster.ca or call 604.280.4444.

For the top 51 Halloween parties in Vancouver get the complete list at http://www.clubzone.com/Halloween1/Vancouver.html
Leading with The Clubzone Costume Ball at the PNE Agrodome, 2901 East Hastings Street, Vancouver on Saturday, October 31, 2009
8:00 PM – 2:00 AM you must be 19+ and the best part costumes are mandatory.

Whatever you do be safe and have fun!

With the Vancouver Film Fest upon us, it is time to brew up a little movie star glam of our own to hit all the premieres and parties that go along with the first two weeks of October.
Getting ready for a big night (or any night) out can sometimes bring on stress.
Who hasn’t stared into their closet and declared,” I hate everything in here!” or looked in the mirror and decided…I’m going on a date with my couch in PJs tonight.
Instead, it’s time to minimize the stress factor by making a game plan. It’s as easy as picking up your cell and booking a few appointments.

1. BROWS -
Go see the “Brow Goddess” Maryam Collahi for an instant face lift. Look years younger and put an end to years of that “just walked into a surprise party” style or the “LA Girl Gang Banger Brows” It is time to finally get a shape that compliments your face, from the woman that can seriously do no wrong. J-Lo look alike, Maryam, has shaped many celeb brows…and will have you feeling like one!
To make an appt with Maryam, call 604-338-9434

2. NOIR LASH LOUNGE -
Ever tried to glue on false lashes before a big night? So have I, which is why I now head to Noir Lash Lounge. If you’re like me and don’t want short lashes but are short on patience, this is the place for you.
Get ready to lay back and close your eyes in a comfy chaise in the ultra modern lounge where pros will place individual lashes on top of your own natural lash. There are tons of styles to choose from: everything from ‘Addict for the Dramatic’ to the “A-list”. Whichever style you choose, you can expect INSTANT glam-ification with semi permanent lashes that will last you from 3-6 weeks, for just $60. $30 for refills.
For an Appt call – 604-915-LASH (5274)/ 1150 Hamilton Street /

3. BLO –
Bad hair days be gone! Conveniently located right next door to Noir Lash Lounge in the heart of Yaletown…make back-to-back apts.
Let cutie, Chris Funk and the Blo angels transform your ’same ol’ story locks’ into one of eight distinctive styles from the menu – anything from the “Holly Would” to “Red Carpet” ready. For only $30 and 30 mins of your precious time.
Did I mention $30 and 30 mins!?
To book an appointment: 604.909.9495 /Blo’s flagship Blow Dry Bar is located smack dab in the heart of Yaletown at 1150 Hamilton. Between Davie and Helmcken….But there are many locations to choose from.

4. MAC -
Oldie but a goodie. I started experimenting with MAC years ago and no matter what trends come and go, MAC will always have the best colours for all skin types.
Book an appointment for $50 and revitalize your entire visage. With expert artists like, Caitlin Callahan, expect to do a double-take when you are done…who knew you could look this good? And even better… the $50 for the appointment goes towards whatever products you choose.
908 Robson Street ? 604.682.6588 / www.maccosmetics.com – for all the locations

5. LEAH ALEXANDRA -
If searching from store to store for a new outfit is not topping your list of want to-do’s — Don’t!
Instead of venturing out for a new dress, re-visit your closet and vow to pick out an up-until-now ignored fall LBD.
To make it look new, pair it with a beautiful jewellery piece from local designer, Leah Alexandra. Screen sirens like Jessica Alba and Kerry Washington are fans. I look to Leah when I wanna put that cherry on top of any outfit.
Visit her Blue Ruby Stores around the lower mainland.

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