People tend to think of most insects as creepy and ugly, but ladybugs have a special place in insect lore because they are so vibrantly colored and highly regarded. Beloved by farmers because the eat aphids, tiny insects that are capable of destroying plants, ladybugs have cheerful associations and are featured on everything from dinnerware and statuary to clothing and jewelry. You might even see a Volkswagen beetle drive by with red paint and black spots. If you dress as a ladybug, you will find plenty of people who will appreciate your costume. Ladybug costumes are often available in stores, but if you are unable to find one, the first thing that you should do is find matching plain red or black clothing. Pants and a long-sleeved shirt work well for this purpose. If you want to go with something more stylized, you could also wear a dress. Once you have your outfit picked out, you can decide how you would like to depict the spots. If you have chosen black for your outfit, you will need to have some type of added layer to represent the ladybug's distinctive shell. That might mean a cardboard circle strapped to your back or a red cape with black spots or an actual plush half-shell that straps on like a backpack. If your outfit is red, on the other hand, you might just want to put black spots on it, using permanent markers, pieces of material or pieces of construction paper. One way that you could decide to make your costume a little more unique is to make your spots in the shape of hearts and say that you are not just a ladybug, you are a lovebug. You could also come up with a headband featuring antennae that will bob over your head merrily as you wear your costume. Ladybugs are very popular insects, so chances are that you will not be the only ladybug out and about on Halloween night. Have fun comparing the different costumes and enjoy yours, which will be a vibrant reflection of your own creativity and personality. How could anyone hate an insect like that?