Good news for plus size men, women and children. Halloween is almost here and costume manufacturers have finally realized that 'real size' people want to have fun too! And look sexy! Whoever said that being plus size means you can't have Halloween fun?

Can't afford to buy a new costume? No problem. Many of the local thrift stores have a great selection of costumes that people have donated that you'll pay less than $5 to buy. Or how about a second hand prom dress, wedding dress or tux for the guys? Formal wear always looks sexy- no matter what your size!

When you're choosing your Halloween costume, remember that the point is to have fun. Have confidence in yourself and stop worrying about what other people think. If you're having a great time enjoying yourself - that's all they'll notice.

Let's hear it for Halloween costumes for plus size women. This is a great time to be sexy and attractive this Halloween. And ladies, it's time to look beyond being the traditional witch, ghost and wizard where you just use an old curtain or blanket as a cover up. Let's think about some new ideas that can work well for the plus size woman who's looking to have fun this Halloween. First look for larger than life (pun intended!) characters like Fiona from Shrek, Medusa the mythological creature, a mysterious fortune teller or a sexy bar maid.

The same is true for Halloween costumes for plus size men. There's no reason to settle for being Fred Flintstone or Santa again this year. Think big (yes, pun intended!). How about being a bull fighter, James Bond or Wall-e? These characters can be perfect for the upcoming Halloween. There's no limit to the ideas you can come up with.