I’ve never been to the circus or seen a single Cirque du Soleil show. Kind of ironic seeing as how I used to live in Vegas, but still I just never made it. The circus itself kind of freaks me out, but the classy Cirque is obviously in a whole realm of its own. While looking for unique and fresh fashion ideas for Halloween, I keep being mesmerized by the ads for Kooza from Cirque du Soliel. Their intricate costumes are beyond impressive and most have to withstand some sort of body contouring or death defying stunt. While I’m not looking to get into that kind of trouble on Halloween, I am looking to to have something flashy and flattering on.

Anyone could dress up as a Cirque du Soliel character – just wear a colorful, bizarre outfit with some sort of head piece and you’re good to go. It’s the ultimate playful costume and even though you may be no trapeze artist, you’ll get cred for originality.

I know I’m going to have a little Cirque flair this year. After seeing the glamorous Laurie B Style’s interview with the Kooza Icon I can’t stop thinking about that hat she’s wearing. I want one for my Halloween costume so bad – I may even try a DIY project. See what I’m raving about:

Oh and if you’re braver than I, you can see the Kooza show currently in Santa Monica, but it’ll be making its way through Irvine and San Diego in the coming months.

Images courtesy Cirque du Soleil