The Itsy Bitsy Spider

You've probably noticed that I've been putting several ideas for Halloween costumes out there lately. I've compiled a list of trendy costumes for this year and have also come up with ways to incorporate items you may already own (such as cowboy boots and military jackets) into your costume as well (you can also try typing "Halloween" or "costume" into my blog's search engine to see some more DIY costume ideas that I've been suggesting since last Halloween). All of these costume ideas are perfect for Halloween parties and Trick or Treating. But don't worry, I haven't forgotten about those of you who have plans for Halloween that don't involve costumes. Whether your plans for Halloween involve a sleepover with the girls, a night of horror movies, or handing out candy to Trick or Treaters, you can still get into the spirit of Halloween with you wardrobe. Last year, my recommendation for this was a comic book-inspired tee. This year, I'm going to be writing about spider accessories. I'll admit, I do have a fear of spiders myself. However, I came across some spider jewelry on Betsey Johnson's website recently. I actually thought these particular spiders were cute, so I naturally couldn't resist writing an article about this.

Crystal Ring W. Spiders, $55.00, betseyjohnson.com

Miss Muffet Crew, $12.00, shown in black; also available in red kiss, betseyjohnson.com

Spider & Pearl Drop Earrings, $35.00, betseyjohnson.com

Spider Ring W. Rhinestone Heart, $40.00, betseyjohnson.com

Spider W. Rhinestone Heart Studs, $25.00, betseyjohnson.com

Spider Web Hoop Earrings, $45.00, betseyjohnson.com

Spider Web Lace Up Bustier, $69.00, available in sizes XX-Small-Medium, bebe.com

Piper & Blue Juniors' Glitter Spider On Web Tee, $6.49, available in sizes Small-Extra large, kmart.com

Spider Dye Leggings, $19.99, pinkice.com

Wanted Spider in gold, $29.99, available in sizes 5.5, 8, 8.5, 9, and 10, piperlime.com

Wanted Spider in silver, $29.99, available in sizes 7-10, piperlime.com

Black Widow Necklace, $6.99, partycity.com

Jewel Spider Witch Wig, $19.99, partycity.com

Spider Bracelet, $6.99, partycity.com

Spider Earring, $5.99, partycity.com

Spider Ring, $6.99, partycity.com

Spider Web Chocker, $4.99, partycity.com

Spider Wrist Chain, $6.99, partycity.com

Spider Web Tights, $4.00, sears.com

Spiderweb Tight, $28.00, shown in wine; also available in black, freepeople.com

Lucca Couture Spider Dress, $19.99, shown in black; also available in magenta and heather gray, sizees X-Small-Large, urbanoutfitters.com

Spider Pendant Necklace, $8.00, wetseal.com

White Spider Wash Jean, $29.50, available in sizes 0-15, wetseal.com

I hope you liked my creepy crawly finds. Wearing these spider or webbed clothing and accessories will be a perfect way to celebrate Halloween without a costume. You can expect to recieve compliments from everyone from your friends you invite over (or visit) to the trick or treaters you give candy to. If you do decide you want to wear a costume at the last minute, these spider accessories would be great for going as a witch, Elvira, Vampira, or a mummy. Let me know if you have anymore ideas about any kind of non-costume items you can wear. Happy Halloween!