Dress Up as a Dancer For Halloween!

Halloween is almost here, and you know what terrifies me
most? Not having a costume! If you are scrambling for a last-minute costume
like me, why not give credit to one of your favorite dancers by dressing as
them for the upcoming holiday? I have taken it upon myself to compile a list of
dancers for you to pick from. Choose wisely!

Michael Jackson: The
King of PopTo get this look just right, you will need the signature red leather jacket
with zippered detail, worn over a white, v-neck t-shirt. Tight fitting black
pants (short enough to show tall white socks) are also a must. Hair, two words:
Jerry curls. Above all, you will need a single white sequined glove, worn on
the right hand. Also, you might want to practice the moon walk for the big
reveal, it is always a crowd pleaser.

Patrick Swayze: The
Dirty DancerThe center of Swayze's world: fitted tank-tops. You can
choose between white or black, but you will undoubtedly need some fitted back
jeans to match. Throw on a leather jacket, slap on some hair gel, and you are
ready to go! Pretty girl and great arms
sold separately.

Shirley Temple: The
SweetheartNo, not the drink. I am talking about one of the cutest and
most talented kids of all time! Known for her curly locks, you will need some
serious hairspray and a curling iron that won't quit. As for clothes, you can
choose from a baby-doll dress, a baby-doll dress, or a baby-doll dress.

Fred Astaire: The
Flawless GentlemanDig out that old neck tie from your sister's wedding, 'cause
you are gonna need it! You will also need to search for a white dress shirt,
without stains. Next, find a suit coat... with tails! Embellish the suit coat
with a flower and a silk handkerchief in the pocket. Close the look with a top
hat and cane! If you have a girlfriend, talk her into being Ginger Rogers; the
two of you can dance the night away!

Anna Pavlova: The
BallerinaA beauty to all who've seen her, Anna was known for her
grace and brilliance. To really transform into Pavlova, you will need posture.
I can't tell you how to get that, but I heard somewhere that if you walk around
with books on your head, it helps. As for the costume, it's simple! Pink
tights, pink dance shoes, and a pink tutu! Anna often wore her hair in soft
curls, complete with beautiful hair pieces. Put together some feathers and
flowers, pin them in your hair, and your look is complete!

The Nicholas
Brothers: The Tapping TeamWant to dress up with a friend? Be the Nicholas Brothers! This
dynamic duo was known to be daring, acrobatic, and tap-tastic!  Sound like you and your brother? All
you need is two of everything! Two suit coats, two bow ties, two pairs of
slacks, and two mustaches!

Well, there you have it! Get your groove on this Halloween
as the dancer of your choice!

-Allyson TaubenheimMarketing Intern and U
of M Student