You're standing by the punchbowl, looking flawless. As you scan the room, you stop. There, through the fog machine and floating plastic ghouls, you spot them: the hottest person you have ever seen. Even though you don't really understand their costume (aw, they're artsy!), you can tell they're the one for you. As you approach them, you think about your opening line. "Hi," won't cut it, and, "What are you?" can seem a little boring.
You need some Halloween party icebreakers, and you need them fast.
A Halloween costume party is the perfect time to strike up a conversation with a stranger (or a friend of a friend who you've always had a little crush on, but never really got to talk to in-person). Sure, you spent more money on your costume than you should have. Yes, you took about seven hours to get ready, and your Lyft was triple the price it normally is because it's Halloweekend. But all that's behind you now, baby, because you're at the party, you're looking good, and you're going to make your move.
Here are 24 opening lines for a costume party that make flirting on Halloween as easy as (pumpkin) pie.
Pretend you're Ryan Seacrest on the red carpet and ask your crush who they're wearing. It's a funnier (and nicer!) way of asking, "What on earth is your costume?"
Ask if any prop they have — a fun wig, a large box, a propeller hat — is their "going out" prop. This question is sure to get a laugh!
Batmobile. Pirate ship. Horse. Hoover-board Tesla (maybe someone dressed up as Elon Musk?). Asking a cutie about their mode of transportation as it relates to their costume can be super creative and funny.
Asking a hottie at a party to take a picture of you can be a mellow way to get the conversation rolling. If you're wearing something really wild, this may be the perfect time to make a joke (for example: "You like this golden bikini? It's my grandma's!").
This is especially funny if you're hosting the party.
If your crush is carrying an amazing cauldron or wearing a super colorful cape, try complimenting their taste and be as oddly specific as possible.
Asking someone about their makeup, especially if they're covered in fake blood or obviously trying to look scary, can be a silly way to bring up their costume.
Do bees have cellphones? Do pirates? Does Elon Musk?
Honestly, complimenting someone's outfit or asking where they got something is an easy way to start a conversation all year long.
There's no better feeling than making a reference and someone totally getting it. If a cutie is dressed as your favorite character from Stranger Things or their Kacey Musgraves costume made you do a double-take, making a reference or quoting something related to the costume can form an instant connection.
This is funny if they are dressed as a ghost, and just as topical if they're not.
I'm not sure whether all adult parties have bowls of candy, but they should. Either way, it may be best to come prepared.
OK, so this is really direct. But maybe you're hopped up on candy corn and really feeling yourself?
Again, this is quite direct. It's great to be confident, but be sure to read the room before sliding in with a super steamy comment.
This is just sappy and I love it.
If you're feeling really spicy, follow this up with an invitation to dinner or coffee later in the week.
Making a joke about them donning something that they're currently wearing (devil horns, a large hat, a Superman suit, etc.) on a date is sure to get a LOL.
Being earnest and kind can be the sexiest opening line of all. If you go all out on Halloween, your perfect date may do the same.
If you're dressed up as a superhero or your costume is making you feel yourself, tap into your powers!
"Treat" is like the Halloween version of "snack."
Something that's equal levels of sexy and silly is sure to break the ice.
This also works if you forgot your costume, aren't super into Halloween, or your friends made you go out.
Then ask them to take a selfie with you! Or don't. Maybe ask for their number instead!
Again, this can work if you are dressed up as a ghost, too.
Here's hoping!
Of course, something low-key like, "Hi, it's nice to meet you!" or, "I like your costume," can work, too. Though you never need to do anything that makes you uncomfortable, Halloween is a night to face your fears. Striking up a conversation with a cutie or asking a total hottie to get a drink with you can make your Halloween party all treats and no tricks.
