Hipster or Halloween Costume? New Blog Lets Readers Be the Judge

Williamsburg is a lovely neighborhood of Brooklyn known for its diverse restaurants, a strong community vibe, and more than a few eccentrics.

A new blog, Halloween or Williamsburg, tests just how many weirdos there are by cataloging the offbeat sartorial choices of many Williamsburgers in a photo compilation that ultimately raises the question: How weird is socially appropriate on days other than Oct. 31?

Seeing as Halloween is still almost a week away, it’s safe to say that almost all pictures are of real people in real outfits. Still, it provides an amusing collective “Oh my God, I have to tell you about this guy I saw on the subway today…” experience, replete with witty captions.

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Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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