A costume party is a place where women can be anyone they choose to. Traditional costumes like zombies and vampires are great, but if you want something a little more fashionable, a little more unique, the options are endless. To obtain that one-of-a-kind look, consider any of the following options.
Go With Past Decades
Flappers in tasseled or fringed dresses, stockings, and heels were hot in the 20s and are still so today. Complete this look with a sequined or feathered hat with an up-do or pin-curled, shorthair. Finding a fashionable costume is as easy as shopping online at sites like costumeexpress.com or your local store.
Pin-up models from the 40s and 50 were sexy without showing too much. To create a pin-up look, start with a pencil skirt or short, slim-fitting capri pants. Choose button-down cotton shirt and roll the sleeves and tie the waist. Finish with bright lips and matching nails. Classic icons from this era like Audrey Hepburn can be easily mimicked for your costume party with a little black dress, an up-do, and big sunglasses.
Hippie chicks dominated the fashion scene in the 60s and 70s. Purchase a long, wavy or afro wig and tame it with a bandanna or leather band. Any bright, patterned shirt will do and should be worn over bell-bottom jeans. Platform shoes and beaded necklaces are perfect accessories.
The 1980s were a decade of large hair, torn jeans, and neon colors. Tousle your hair as high as it can go and wear bright blue eye shadow. Hole-ridden blue jeans paired with a neon tee accented with safety pins round out 80s punk.
