House of R 2025 Halloween Costume Recommendations
Oct 10, 2025
Join film critic Chris Ryan, known for his pop culture insights, and culture commentator Charles Holmes as they explore the art of Halloween costumes. They share tips on picking the right costume based on current trends, advising against clichés and political themes. Expect suggestions ranging from deep cuts like characters from 'Andor' and 'Severance' to quirky group costumes mimicking influencers. The discussion also tackles cultural sensitivity, reminding listeners to steer clear of offensive looks, all while emphasizing the joy of committing to a fun Halloween identity!
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Church Limits Then Props Win
- Van Lathan describes a childhood Halloween shaped by church restrictions and later running the streets alone.
- He shares a recent winning tactic: commit and bring props to amplify a solo costume's impact.
Bring Props To Elevate Costumes
- Bring props to make your costume memorable and create interactive moments.
- Use small roleplay bits (tickets, fake guns, cigars) to elevate a simple duo or solo costume.
Intent To Commit, Habit To Default
- Charles Holmes admits he wants to commit to big costumes but repeatedly fails to follow through.
- He leans on a fallback N.W.A. outfit when the effort collapses into low commitment.
