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Deciding Upon And Acquiring Your Fancy Dress Costume

The Fancy dress costume party has a long and illustrious history, with a specific revival and rejuvenation having being realized within recent times. People have really taken to the fancy dress costume party, from, film & TV fancy dress, events, to the annual Halloween fancy dress costume parties, and even regular get-togethers with family and friends, where one is afforded the opportunity of dressing up and having a great time.

You may be stumped for ideas and inspiration for your fancy dress costume, in which instance you first starting point is by double checking with the host of the party as to whether or not they had intended a central theme, failing which you could perhaps find out what the predominant colour scheme of the event will be. The latter will provide the starting point of some ideas and will help you make a decision on selecting a suitable fancy dress costume. From here you can look to the movies, comic characters or even someone that has made an impression on your mind in terms of deciding upon the right character and costume for the event. Continue reading

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Buying Fancy Dress Costumes Online

Consider the Online Route when Choosing A Fancy Dress Costume

Needless to say the possibility of attending a fancy dress costume party is exciting, and can be somewhat daunting, especially if you take the prospect of getting dressed up and recreating your character properly seriously and to heart. But this fact should rather motivate you in seeking the best possible costume for the event in question.

Nowadays, and of course thanks to the internet we have really become spoilt for choice in so far as fancy dress costumes go. This has also allowed the prospect of getting a fancy dress for a lot cheaper than it used to be, and of course a lot less effort too. You can still make your own costume though, however if you are pressed for time then the online option may be your best bet. Continue reading

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Fancy Dress Costume Ideas – The Proverbial Naughty School Boy

Often times is the schoolgirl look a great idea for fancy dress costumes, and is normally quite easy to replicate, especially with a uniform theme, whilst the raising of the hemline normally provides that element of naughtiness too.

This does not mean that the boys cannot follow suit and dress up in their rendition of the school going individual, after all the school boys always come across as naughty and rebellious at best. In order to get great costume looks going, one merely has to consider the standard sort of look that a uniform provides, grey, charcoal or black trousers, with a white shirt, hanging out of course, and a striped tie should complete the uniform. Don’t forget the satchel, and adjusting the tie to be skew, as well as scuffed shoes will certainly do the trick for authenticity of the school boy fancy dress costume.

There are some variations that one might consider if you want to be different, or at the very least make some sort of statement with your fancy dress costume. This can be done by ‘reversing’ the roles and dressing up as a strict teacher, or even the headmaster if you will. This can be easily achieved by acquiring a teacher’s gown, which needless to say should be completed with the vital accessory of the cane! This will certainly bring back some memories for those who were always in the headmaster office at school. Continue reading

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Women’s Fancy Dress Ideas

Lets face it, women like to look and feel good, and this naturally extends into the women’s fancy dress options too. But in order to make that grandiose and spectacular entrance at the next fancy dress costume party, what are some of the options besides the usual movie characters and related themes? Here are some ideas that may well be worth considering for some ideas as women’s fancy dress costumes and concepts.

The First Lady
You may recall what a splash Ms Michelle Obama made with her appearance at Mr Obama’s inauguration, the entertainment and fashion world was a buzz with activity for weeks thereafter. Compare this with the classic appearance of Jackie Onassis, complete with the white gloves, black hair and eyelash extensions. Jackie was certainly, and remains an iconic symbol of beauty, elegance and class of the time, something which the modern day First Lady has continued, albeit on a more empowered appearance. If budget is not really a concern then perhaps a visit to the beauty salon will allow for that professional makeup and hair finish to really complete that sophisticated and elegant appearance. Continue reading

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Fancy Dress Costume and Outfit Ideas

If you are out of ideas for your next costume party outfit, or even for a theme for a get together with your friends, hopefully this will serve as a little inspiration to get those creative juices flowing. Whether you have been invited to a fancy dress party or you are hosting one, one of the great things about the fancy dress or costume party is the opportunity to get lost in character, and thereby have a great time and lots of fun.

One of the best places to start, when looking for ideas, is that of the famous Walt Disney characters and cartoons. This studio has been one the best selling animation companies of all time, and considering their long and illustrious history, you really do not have to look any further. Everyone knows the Disney characters, and getting these costumes are not too difficult either. Ranging from the Three Little Pigs, to Cinderella and of course the modern day Hannah Montana, these are all Disney characters and there is a very good chance that you will be able to secure a costume as one of the Disney characters. Continue reading

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Tips And Ideas When Organizing Fancy Dress Costume Parties

Whether you are hosting, managing or attending a fancy dress costume party, one will often times be faced with a number of decisions that will have to be made, which in turn can indeed prove to be somewhat daunting. Although almost always when we look back at the party it has been a great experience and source of fun and entertainment for all.

In so far as organizing an event one has to bear in mind that the decor, venue and environment within which the party will take place, is arguably one of the most important aspects of the function as a whole. This is where you have to make the most effort in recreating the theme that is central to the party itself. Of course the participation by your guests, with regards to their outfits is also paramount in creating the perfect fancy dress costume party. That is why you have to encourage the full participation of your guests, which can be motivated by best dressed prizes and so on. Continue reading

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Pirates at the supermerket

After a hard mornings pillaging and plundering Pirates like the rest of us need to pop down to the local supermarket for their weekly shop or maybe a pint of milk.

Our gang of scurvy sea dogs are no different, as there was a lotto rollover that week some of them did not want to miss getting a ticket, the famous Pirate Captain James Largehead needed to p,p,p,pick up, a penguin and a pork pie for his tea.

All the Pirate Fancy Dress Costumes seen shopping are avaiable for Fancy Dress Hire from our shop. You can find deatails on our website.

If you are interested in Fancy Dress Hire or Sales please contact us on 020 8504 4267 or email sales@arabesque77.co.uk

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Adult Fancy Dress Costumes

Gone are the days of getting dressed up in fancy dress costumes being the reserve of kids. Fancy dress has made a serious comeback where young and old can partake and have a great time in doing so. This might mean that you be a little rusty in deciding upon and selecting a fancy dress costume for the do that you have been invited to.

First and foremost, if you have attended a fancy dress costume party in a while, don’t be afraid and do not be nervous. Think about the fact that you will be in character, behind a mask or make up and so you have nothing to fear really. This will therefore allow you to let your imagination run wild, and create, purchase or acquire a fancy dress costume that will astound your friends and family at the event itself. Continue reading

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Getting The Amy Winehouse Fancy Dress Outfit Right

Celebrities often times are the source of inspiration for many of fancy dress outfit, whether it be the wholesome types or even be somewhat more controversial celebrities such as that of Amy Winehouse.

If you really think about it very few celebrities are actually spared when people are looking to get dressed up for a fun themed event. Naturally the all-time greats are often the source of well-known characters and fancy dress outfits. One of the latest celebrities, that graces both the entertainment scene as well as the newsdesk is that of Amy Winehouse, who to say the least has certainly created her very own signature and unique look. From the tight skirts to the towering beehive are not to mention the make-up, Amy provides for a great look if you are looking for a character to impersonate at your next fancy dress costume party.

There is no doubt that you will have to start with the hair do, and this may take a little skill and practice in getting the beehive right, or you could alternatively look at getting a wig for the evening. Amy’s striking, albeit somewhat dramatic make-up would be the next task in line, remembering that the eyeliner must dominate the make-up that is worn, complete with the extended lashes and a striking overly done dose of eyeshadow.

Although Winehouse has received significant publicity around are unsavoury habits from physical and drug abuse, this does not mean you have to follow suit when creating your Amy Winehouse, fancy dress outfit but rather let it serve as reference for your desired outcome, and which can be created with sufficient make-up and accessories. Continue reading

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Groovy Dancer 70s Jumpsuit Fancy Dress Costume

The Groovy Dancer Costume 70s jumpsuit is a classic fancy dress costume for any 1970s themed party or event.
This costume is a winner in every sense of the word.

If you are looking for a costume that’s going to make everyone laugh then this is the one.

This costume is available for sale on our website or in our shop. The costume retails for £32.99

See Tony in action in this suit, he is our very own Groovy Dancer, can you dig it?

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