Regardless of whether your costume is sexy, it will certainly be hot :)

And no, a woman doesn't need to "skank it up" (made me chuckle) at Halloween. That's just lazy. Better to see a well-executed costume than a skimpy one.

Can men be skanky too? I had a great year at the gym and I'm planning on being a Spartan.

@angelsgirl2002: Nerds are sexy, so now you are stuck either way!!

and no way do women's costumes HAVE to be "sexy". That is just silliness.

@angelsgirl2002: Yes, but we won't tell anyone.

Does it have to be sexy? No If you feel comfortable making it a little more sexy than I would say it depends on what (or who) you're looking to get out of the costume.

Some of it also depends on where you plan on wearing the costume. If you're taking kids to a trunk or treat in a church parking lot, I don't think "sexy" would be appropriate.

I prefer an intellectual costume that makes me think.

@hobbitss: One of Rostler's rules for the masquerade (a costuming guide), "No costume is no costume."

Does a woman have to make a costume sexy? No. Can a guy appreciate a clever costume? Sure.

It really depends on your environment though. If you go to something like a frat party, you'll probably get a lot of bozos saying you aren't sexy enough. If you go to a party that isn't populated with jackasses, you'll probably be okay.

I definitely appreciate sexy costumes (what man doesnt?) but I don't think they're necessary. I'm actually a little tired of the blanket "sexy [insert absolutely anything here]" costume trend. Some things aren't meant to be sexy, and other things just aren't.

You do what you want to do!

Try a few different outfits on then post pictures here and we'll tell you which type we like best. ;)

For those who don't know what we are talking about: it's this:

http://theoatmeal.com/comics/sriracha

Does a costume have to/should be sexy on a young woman? I agree with the "not necessarily", it depends upon what you are going for. If you want to attract attention, yea, go sexy with and you will be beating them off with a stick (or bring a bottle or Sriacha and squirt it in their face: chemical warfare)

If she is sexy, then yes. If she's not...please don't.

@dmaz: Spartan? I have the perfect costume for you:

http://www.ohcheri.com/dg6554-mens-gladiator-costume-p-5578.html

Harrison Ford said it right. If you are sexy looking, any costume will look sexy, even a burlap bag. Otherwise, it will look like you are trying too hard, and that will give the wrong impression - unless that is what you are trying to do.
Any guy who insists that his companion has to look sexy has an issue. He should be just happy that you show up.

Do you expect guys to skank it up?

Take it from there.

I say, skank it up!!!!

Okay, so since last week I'm officially a geezer, but can someone please explain for me when "sexy" came to equal "slutty?"

@magic cave: I am so with you - both as a geezer and bewildered about the sexy=skanky deal. Our family is going Pokemon this year and I'll be part of Team Rocket. That's the matronly Team Rocket as this Jessie doesn't bare her midriff anymore.

I live in Los Angeles which has an over-abundance of wannabee models, actresses, singers and reality stars. Halloween is usually a free for all in who can dress the skankiest, and by that, I mean it has gone way beyond what I consider sexy (and I'm no prude) to basically just thongs, push-up bras and high heels with a bit of ribbons and bows. White thong with some lace barely covering it? You're an angel! It's red, you must be a devil! Seems like each year, because many are trying to stand out and top each other, it becomes less and less clothing. Fortunately, Los Angeles is HUGE and there are neighborhoods and events with a lot of fun, clever, dorky and sexy costumes on display, but going "skanky" seems to be the norm for a lot of women.