For the past three years, on Halloween, I have donned my high school uniform — knee socks, kilt and all — and dressed up as my younger self for the debaucherous holiday. Only switching out my driving mocs for a pair of heels (I needed to be a little different for Halloween), it was like being right back in high school — and it was more than boring.

This year, I’ve vowed to think outside the box a little when it comes to my costume. (I haven’t actually decided on a costume yet. I’m caught between a few ideas, but I swear it will be more exciting than my high school uniform.) Eclipse decided to think outside the box this Halloween, too — we’ve come up with the list of the best Halloween costumes for 2008 (according to us). So, if you’re thinking about dressing up as yourself for the fourth year in a row, or as another slutty kitten or witch, we suggest checking out our ideas, complete with photos for your viewing pleasure.

If you’ve had your costume planned for months like a few people I know, check out what’s in the stars for you on this Hallow’s Eve in the weekly horoscopes, or read Sun web editor Chris Barnes’ review of the new iPod nano. Lauren Kramer weighs in on the upcoming election, if you’re not sick of all the election coverage already, and A, as always, answers your toughest questions.

Stay warm and safe this Halloween, and send us your favorite costume ideas at eclipse@cornellsun.com

Cheers,

Leigha Kemmett