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“This coat is the only thing I’m wearing tonight!” Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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She’s pretty in pink and furry in turquoise. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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This Lady Gaga could put McQueen’s shoe division out of business. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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We’ve got ourselves a Red Queen and a White Queen. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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No Halloween party this year will be complete without Chilean miners, and this was no exception. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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This lady in red was a fan favorite. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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“Do you like puppies? because puppies make great fur!” Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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The Queen of Hearts wins the most elaborate costume prize. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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She’s not just Lady GaGa, but Lady Goo Goo Ga Ga. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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Before the race, the road doubles as a red carpet. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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The DC Cowgurls Dance Troupe, veterans of America’s Got Talent, choreographed an entire routine. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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The flight attendants of Fabulair ensured that the skies were extra-friendly. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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Dorothy, Blanche, Sophia, and Rose thank you for being Friends-Of. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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A Jamie Lee Curtis asked the crowd, “Who wants Activia?” Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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Katy Perry’s new husband Russell Brand was noticeably absent. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ protesters raised some awareness amidst all the fun. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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Michael Jackson came with a friend in tow. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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A showgirl to make any Vegas act proud. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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17th Street turned into a runway for the night. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild
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Running in high heels is a task only a queen can pull off. Photograph by Caitlin Fairchild