Being an adult kind of sucks. You don’t have any free time, everything you eat is trying to kill you, and holidays hit the toilet.
Think about it, have you ever had a Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanza/Festivus that was better than the ones you had as a kid? Doubtful. The beef jerky and Drakkar Noir I got last Christmas can’t hold a jug of moonshine to the “Dukes of Hazzard” slot car racing set that features a General Lee that jumps off a ramp I received in my youth.
Quick Note: Mom, I love you, but the Drakkar Noir has to stop. I haven’t worn it since Jr. High.
That being said, there is one holiday that doesn’t necessarily get worse. Halloween is still pretty awesome, but for much different reasons. When you were a kid, Halloween meant eating candy and getting to wear a cool costume. As an adult, Halloween means having a few soda pops and getting to see your female friends wear (as Madison Avenue now calls them) “sassy” costumes.
Not better, just different.
It used to be there were only a handful of “sassy” costumes to choose from; school girl, nurse, maid, etc. But now if there’s a Hollywood franchise, an occupation, or a fairy tale character you’re sure to find a short-skirted costume for it.
Now, anyone who knows me knows that “Ghostbusters” is my jam. From 1984-1985 my parents locked me in an Indonesian living room with nothing but a VCR, a copy of “Ghostbusters,” and a copy of “The Sound of Music.” I’m not going to lie, I did watch “The Sound of Music” quite a bit, but “Ghostbusters” was the way I spent the majority of my time.
So, I was always a little disappointed that this was the only “sassy” “Ghostbusters” costume you could find…
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Yeah, I know, that’s a technicality. But, the Statue of Liberty was a supporting character in “Ghostbusters II,” so it was good enough for me. That was until this costume was released a few years ago… |
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Yow. |
Since that time there hasn’t been much in the way of the “Ghostbusters” “sassy” costume progress.
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There was a Dana Barrett flowing gown released, but in all honesty, that costume is in no way “sassy.” It’s identical to the one worn in the movie. |
So, not one to rest on my laurels, I’ve decided to pitch a few ideas out there for the next generation of ecto-related “sassy” attire.
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“OK, WHO BROUGHT THE DOG?” Sassy Terror Dog CostumeIncludes: • Keymaster and Gatemaster-sized horns • Terror Dog feet • Eau de barbecued dog hair |
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“SHE’S A SAILOR, SHE’S IN NEW YORK.” Sassy Stay Puft Marshmallow WomanIncludes: • Stay Puft hat • Stay Puft bib • Tiny police cars |
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“YES, HAVE SOME!” Sassy Louis Tully CostumeIncludes: • Sweet colander hat • Bowl of popcorn • Acetylsalicylic Acid (It makes good financial sense.) |
The ball’s in your court costume company. And while we’re at it, let’s get started on the “sassy” “Sound of Music” costumes too.
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Tags: ghostbusters, sassy costumes, sexy costumes
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October 10, 2010 at 2:36 pm |
ha ha ha so true…adulthood sux 😦
October 10, 2010 at 6:01 pm |
I saw the title ‘Whatnot’ on the update page …and you had me. figuratively not literally of course…’cos that’s the kind of word I like..
What not, whatsits, whatchamacallit’s, thingummy-bob’s, and … you get my drift, I hope..
TO answer your question….the one at the beginning of your post I mean, nothing seems as packed with fun and sheer enjoyment as it did as a little one, a child or a munchkin. (pick one)…. good blog… enjoyed it immensely
xPenx….
October 10, 2010 at 7:24 pm |
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October 11, 2010 at 10:48 am |
I was thinking of going as Dana from Ghostbusters, but now I want that terror dog costume! Maybe a little less sassy version, though.
Have you seen all those “sassy” versions of male horror movie characters? I saw a sassy Chuckie. It’s just weird.
(I wrote a blog about it, like to read it, her it goes: http://fixitordeal.wordpress.com/2010/10/08/puttin-the-low-in-halloween/)
October 11, 2010 at 8:20 pm |
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October 12, 2010 at 4:20 pm |
The Terror Dog is a bit much, but I could see the others winning costume contests for sure! Depending on how much cleavage was shown, of course.
September 3, 2011 at 5:09 am |
Hey. I would LOVE to buy the stay puft costume pleaseeeeee. I am apart of the Philadelphia ghostbusters an so are my friends! Please!! Name a price! Get back to me asap!!
September 3, 2011 at 5:11 am |
And I would love to help you create a sexy gozer costume..even though
September 3, 2011 at 5:13 am |
She’s already hottest..maybe a remake of the movies in dress form…id dig it!
September 7, 2011 at 1:41 am |
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September 14, 2011 at 7:02 pm |
im pregnant and want to be the stay puft woman for halloween because my husband is going as a ghostbuster, i so wish i could buy some of the pieces from your idea, if there is any way possible, let me know!
October 2, 2011 at 8:45 pm |
[…] My new favorite Halloween tradition? Sassy (read: sexy) Halloween costumes. Each year they keep getting a little more ridiculous. I fully support this initiative. In fact, last year, I created a series of three sassy costumes based on my favorite movie, “Ghostbusters.” […]
October 18, 2011 at 11:29 am |
Where can I find these costumes at to buy?
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October 23, 2012 at 11:11 pm |
Where can the stay puft sassy be purchased????
Thanks!