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Fake weapons, uniforms, and masks: what's allowed and what's not when taking a costume outdoors
A costume that works fine indoors can cause problems outdoors. What the police say about toy weapons, where face coverings are not allowed, and how to choose a uniform look...
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Suit doesn't fit? Too big, too tight, or too short: here's what you can still do
The costume has arrived, the party is in a few days and it doesn't fit. Here's how to assess what exactly is wrong and what you can still salvage with...
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Costume Dictionary: 20 terms you'll encounter with costumes, masks, and party wear
One size, mesh fabric, wetlook, 3-piece, bulk packaging: the terms on a party and fancy dress product page explained, with an example for each term. This way you know what...
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Dressing up as a duo: how to choose two costumes that complement each other
Ordering two costumes separately often goes wrong: different set contents, different sizes, double the budget. Here's how to choose a duo that matches and arrives on time.
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Ears, tiara, or headband: how to choose something that will stay put all evening
A tiara, ear set or headband is often the cheapest part of a fancy dress look and the first thing to come off. Here's how to choose a model that...
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Dressing Without Discomfort: Sight, Warmth, Skin and Safety in a Row
A costume that looks good but comes off after an hour: almost always due to visibility, heat, or makeup. Four practical checks for Halloween and the carnival season.
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Buy once, wear thrice: dress-up accessories that last all autumn
Halloween, November 11 (the start of the carnival season), and the carnival season itself are all close together. These hats, masks, glasses, and wigs work for multiple themes — and...
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The eleventh of the eleventh: how to get your group's carnival outfits ready on time
On November 11th, the carnival season opens. This is how you inventory your costume wardrobe, choose one recognizable element for your entire group, and order on time without size and...
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Accessoires
Which accessories go with which party theme? From cowboy to steampunk
You don't need to buy a complete costume for a theme party. With two or three accessories, you'll be recognisable - we list what these are per theme and what...
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Cap, hat, wig, or tiara: how to choose the right headwear for your costume
A costume is recognizable by the head. A practical guide to caps, hats, wigs and tiaras: fit, comfort and what type suits which party.
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Choosing a Mask for a Masquerade Ball, Halloween, or Theme Party
Half-mask or full-mask, what material, and what to do about glasses or long hair: the practical criteria for a mask you'll wear all evening.
Choosing a Mask for a Masquerade Ball, Halloween, or Theme Party
