Michael Jackson merchandise is selling faster today than it was when he was alive. His popularity rivals what it was in his heyday back in the 80s. There are sure to be many Michael Jackson look-a-likes out on Halloween. Michael Jackson costumes are easy to find at online stores or you can create your own from various accessories that match what Michael wore in his pop videos like Thriller, Billie Jean, Smooth Criminal, and others. You can come up with Michael Jackson costume ideas by watching his videos or looking at the thousands of pictures of him online.

Michael Jackson's Thriller ensemble just begs to be a Halloween costume. Apply some ghoulish make-up and have your date dress as one of the spooks in the video. You will be a big hit at any party if you learn the steps to a dance sequence from the video and perform them with your spook sidekick.

For more Michael Jackson costume ideas, think about how Michael looked in the video, "Smooth Criminal." All you will need is a white suit and fedora to complete an awesome look. You could even wear that outfit at any formal occasion. That is a Michael Jackson costume you can easily put together yourself yet everyone will immediately know who you are emulating.

Accessories are the key to pulling off a Michael Jackson costume. Michael is famous for his quirky accessories. Of course, there is the famed sequined glove and his love for fedoras. If you are trying to come up with Michael Jackson costume ideas, consider his look in Billie Jean where he wore these memorable accessories: white socks with black and white wingtips and a red bow tie.

Michael Jackson is best remembered for the costumes he wore in the 1980s. You can watch most of these on YouTube and come up with some pretty good Michael Jackson costume ideas. Don't forget about a wig for a complete look. You can buy all kinds of wigs online, even a full Afro like Michael had when he first began his singing career as a kid.

Michael Jackson costumes are big now that the pop king has passed on and loyal fans mourn his departure. Michael had such a unique style and was photographed so frequently that it is easy to come up with ideas that are easily recognized, even ones that attempt humor, like dressing like Michael did for trial wearing a surgical mask, pajamas, and carrying an umbrella. Michael was magical and so was his sense of style.

Don’t worry if you cannot come up with any Michael Jackson costume ideas on your own. You can easily buy a complete replica ensemble of one of Michael’s famous looks. Some of these are expensive, but you can also find cheap costumes to wear for just one night.

Keep in mind, when you are shopping for that special look, you need to hit the stores early before all the good costumes and accessories are gone. Shop online for Halloween costume ideas and there you can also find a larger selection but be sure to allow plenty of time for shipping so when your fun night comes, you will be ready to moonwalk into the party in style.