From classic depictions of vampires in gothic literature, like Bram Stoker’s Dracula or even Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire, to more modern depictions of the blood-thirsty creatures on ...

the mockumentary “What We Do in the Shadows” has opened a vein of comedy as the show’s ancient vampires, dressed in period costume, do their dark, bawdy business in modern-day Staten Island.

Whether you are thinking about dressing as a witch, creative Halloween clown makeup ideas, celebrity-inspired Halloween costumes ... has seen a resurgence of vampire makeup looks.

or a more modern bloodsucker, you can never go wrong as a vampire on Halloween. Whichever direction you choose though, the most difficult part of the costume is always finding the most realistic ...

The traits of modern-day vampires are pretty well established. They have fangs, drink human blood, and can’t see themselves in mirrors. They can be warded off with garlic, or killed with a stake ...

The early vampire was much more like this ruddy peasant ... The high collar that we’ve got to know as every Halloween costume was actually a way to get Dracula off stage. Two wires were attached ...

So many modern vampire stories focus on the creepy ... from Academy Award-winning makeup to striking sets and costumes. Gary Oldman gave a moving performance as the tortured Count Dracula and ...

Vampires in modern Western culture were inspired by the ... “I want to suck your blood,” you might influence the choice of Halloween costume by gently reminding them that they should actually ...