Popular Halloween Costumes of 2010 - Make the Top Costumes

Playing Lady Gaga is easy because she doesn't have a single signature look, but many. In fact, there are so many famous Lady Gaga outfits that you could throw a Gaga party, inviting all the guests to come wearing a memorable Gaga style. Just promise to send me pics.

Ah, Jersey Shore. Say what you will about this show, but the ratings don't lie. People love watching Snookie and the crew stumble their way through love, fights and fist-pumping. Hang on Guidettes, because a Jersey Shore group Halloween costume can be fun, and of course... cheap.

Zombies are a classic monster, but why are they so in right now? Suddenly, the costume scene has exploded with zombies due to the popularity of comics like Walking Dead and the Zombie Land flick. Luckily, it is also one of the rock-bottom cheapest Halloween costumes to make.

As the Twilight series spirals into yet even more movie sequels, I think I can safely say that Bella and her supernatural friends will be a hot Halloween costume for at least a few years.

• Edward Cullen Costume Tutorial
• Bella Swan Costume Tutorial
• Rosalie Cullen Costume Tutorial

The movie 'Avatar' is still having a big impact on costuming this year. Learn how to slather yourself in blue paint the right way, along with tips on making a loincloth and what to wear on your feet.

With the release of yet another Harry Potter movie this November, the witches and wizards are going to be coming out of the woodwork again for Halloween. Fortunately, I have tips for all of the characterse. From a paper mache Death Eater mask to handmade Hogwarts house scarf.

Palin's appearances on Dancing with the Stars are quickly pushing her into the ranks of 2010 top costume choices. Practice your best golf clap and 'doncha know' reactions with our easy Palin costume how-to.

Don't see your favorite here? Maybe you will find it in our A-Z list of character costumes.

Learn how to make wigs, gloves, and even a fake mustache. Here are the details you need to make that costume stand out in the crowd.

Don't have a clue what you want to be? Visit our Costume Idea Gallery to view photos of costumes and get the complete how-to's.