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If you’re anything like me (hopefully you’re not), you still have no idea what/who to “be” for Halloween this year. Hopefully this helps out a little. Kanye West and M.I.A. have always been some sort of trendsetters when it comes to fashion — Lil Wayne, well he’s a little rebel, a rebel who’s had a monstrous year. Then there’s Lil Wayne’s hair — now, that shit is legendary. 

Anyway, so PMA-endorsed Costume No. 2:

The M.I.A. costume consists of 4 things
1. The Wig
2. The Threads
3. The Short Shorts
4. The Paper Planes

Finding a neon colored wig on Halloween might be tough, but I’m sure not all hope is lost. 

For the threads, I suggest you raid your American Apparelled out closet, if not, hit your local AA store.

You’ll need:
1. Shiny T
2. Shiny Leggings — I recommend these
3. Accessories — My Picks: Shades | Fake Jewerly | Scarves

The Short Shorts are extremely important, that’s why they didn’t get bunched together with the other “Threads” — these shorts have to be legendary. I think these would be a great.

Last but certainly not least, the Paper Planes. What the “Stronger” shades are to Kanye, the Paper Planes are to M.I.A. Not only was “Paper Planes” her breakthrough smash single, but it has become an international phenomenom. Something as idiosyncratic as this is a MUST HAVE for your M.I.A. costume — and the cool part is that they’re free! Just make a ton of them and throw them out all night!

Here’s a little guide on how to make a great paper plane. Get your friends to help you make at least 30-50 of these!

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While you’re making your paper planes, listen to these NEW M.I.A. TRACKS — off her released Kala
M.I.A. – What I Got
M.I.A. – Big Branch
M.I.A. – Far Far

Tags: Halloween, Kanye West, Lil Wanye, M.I.A

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