Jonna’s Halloween Costume Pick: “Why Can’t I Be You?”

Frankly, getting my kid to wear any costume is going to be a mighty, mighty challenge. I think she gets it from me — I’m a bit of a Halloween Scrooge myself, and I think the last costume I wore was a ninja outfit, wherein I conveniently wore nothing but black.

But oh, we’ve got a doozy for Sam this year, and versatile, too! I’ve mentioned before that she’s a little on the emo side (and how!), and since she’s always identified strongly with Edie Sedgwick, what better way to showcase her love for the Factory than by emulating the very man who brought Edie to life? That’s right, friends: No one said Andy Warhol always had to be played by a dude! And though her hair might not be the requisite platinum, it sticks out plenty, and with the right attitude, no one will dare question her. 

But hold the phone! Or rather, add one: give the kid an iPhone to carry and throw on some frumpy sneakers, people will never guess she’s not Steve Jobs! Oh yes, Steve Jobs also coined the black turtleneck-faded jean combo as his own. But wait! There’s more! Yes, MORE! Halfway through trick-or-treating, if we get bored, we’ll just swap out the blue jeans and sneakers for some black leggings and boots, pump up the hair gel, have her chew on some lipstick and VOILA! Instant Robert Smith. Or even Siouxsie Sioux, minus The Banshees, unless you count the 18-month-old who’s wailing like one.

Four costumes in one, y’all. The only constant? Her super-comfy Little Movers diaper. 

- Jonna, Jonniker