Next week, people across the city will be celebrating the epitome of every fall—Halloween. As the little tikes cavort from door to door asking for candy, many adults will be convening in West Hollywood for its annual Halloween carnival and parade as the neighboring clubs offer late-night parties for us little devils.
That being said, here are some do's and don’ts for All Hallows' Eve in WeHo. Whether you are a seasoned pro or newcomer, let this be your guide for getting the most out of the haunted night.
DO show some skin and wear something a little sexy. Been working out extra hard at the gym lately? Go ahead and show it off. In the famous words of Regina George, “In girl world, Halloween is the one day a year when a girl can dress up like a total slut and no other girls can say anything else about it.” This rule applies to both boys on girls on Halloween.
DON’T overdo it at the pre-gaming festivities. Thankfully, this year Halloween is on a Saturday, so no having to worry about dragging yourself into work semi-alive the next morning. But just because you get to stay out a little later than other years doesn't mean you want to be the one getting shoved into an Uber at 10pm by your friends because you threw back one too many shots while pre-gaming.
DO wear comfortable shoes. If you’re a dude, it’s a given that you will probably opt for sneakers. But ladies, please think twice about heels before stepping out for the night’s Halloween festivities, especially if you’re going to the West Hollywood Halloween happenings—they involve a lot of walking. Barefoot or limping by the end of the night is neither chic nor safe.
DON’T drive yourself to Santa Monica Boulevard. Don’t forget that road closures for the parade/carnival start early on Halloween, and by nightfall, traffic in the area is a bloody nightmare. Instead, opt for an Uber or Lyft ride so you don’t end up wanting to murder someone while you try to navigate among the millions who have crowded WeHo for the night.
Think I missed any valuable tips? Leave your suggestions below in the comments for our fellow West Hollywood Halloween-goers. And stay safe out there!