Step right up, step right up: For the creepy carneys have arrived!
This year I decided to bring to life a sideshow/circus themed collection of Halloween makeup and costume ideas. This makeup series was inspired by the upcoming season of the FX hit show, American Horror Story.
The most popular character on American Horror Story: Freak Show seems to be Twisty the clown. Every one is freakishly fascinated with Twisty and I think he will be a popular costume for Halloween 2014.
And now without further ado, I present…
The Creepy clown, a classic character in every circus sideshow!
This clown look is inspired by Twisty’s creepy look, but it’s much easier to create at home. This is a great look for a beginner in makeup or if you are in a rush. Looking for a last minute costume idea? This is the perfect look for you!
Halloween Makeup and Costume Ideas: Creepy Clown
A few keep points to keep in mind when recreating this creepy clown makeup look:
- Freaky sideshow clowns don’t have perfect makeup, so the more uneven and erratic strokes, the better it will look in the end.
- Made a mistake? Cover it in fake blood, it fixes everything!
- Make sure to add creep teeth and contacts if possible; these will help to complete the look.
Credits: I teamed up with a wonderful creative team, which included the Latham Circus (model in these images is Julie Strow), Theatrics Lake Worth (check out their FB too!) and Kari from Topanga Marie Photography to bring this creepy circus to life. Makeup is by me.
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Maria Iemma says
A lot of people are afraid of clowns. I love them! I like the makeup ideas. Thanks!
laurie damrose says
I’m not afraid of clowns ,but this one is creepy.I would not do this outfit.
Rebeca Flores says
I admit, I’m scared of clowns and now that I can not sleep today lol
Lorna Patrick says
Perfect clown makeup, I love the makeup ideas, you make them look very easy, but I am sure it is more difficult to do. Thank you!!!
Junietta Roth says
Count me among those creeped out by clowns! This costume is so perfect for Halloween though. Great idea!
Isra says
Clowns are inherently creepy to me anyways. This just makes it worse! lool
Alicia Morris says
The clown make looks good I love clowns and this could be used for other than Hollowen they a carnival and the school close to the end of the year so this would be great thanks
Maria G says
I love clowns. I don’t understand why so many people afraid of them. 😛
Angela A Simmons says
clowns always creeped me out ever since I watched the movie It
Rosanne says
I’ve been afraid of clowns since I saw the movie It by Stephen King. This costume is pretty creepy too
Dana Stargazer Truitt says
OMG I can’t look, Clowns r sooooooo creepy! I’ve had a thing with them since I was 8 or 9 and went to the circus..yikes. They sat us right on the floor and I freaked out when they came near me. My dad said I litterally freaked so we had to leave! OOps!!
rosalinda says
How can you afraid of this this is so cute