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Could The Wizard of Oz be a key theme for Halloween fancy dress?
Halloween fancy dress could become a little less scary this year as people flock to buy costumes based on The Wizard of Oz. This is according to Aaron Martin of Official Spin, who said the film has always been treasured as it stirs up emotion and a sense of adventure. "Fancy dress Wizard of Oz ensembles can radiate such wonderful feeling - after all, Halloween season is a perfect time to let one's imagination fly," he commented. Aaron encouraged anyone considering what to wear for their Read more...
Halloween fancy dress a must-do across the pond
The US has always been big on embracing Halloween fancy dress, but us Brits may wish to get in the party spirit and join in with them this year. According to a new poll by the National Retail Federation (NRF), four out of ten adults plan to dress up on October 31st this year, the most in the survey's history. Meanwhile, 64 per cent will mark the festivities somehow, even if it's just handing out treats to little ghouls who knock on the door. Those aged 18 to 24 were... Read more...
Morphsuits 'are the perfect Halloween fancy dress'
If you've been busy thinking about what Halloween fancy dress to wear this year, then you've probably considered all manner of scary beings such as vampires, werewolves and zombies. However, what about going for a new invention that will tantalise everyone at your party - because they won't know who you are? Writing for the Malaysia Star, Kee Hua Chee said he thinks that although Morphsuits are not designed to be specifically Halloween costumes, they do a great Read more...
Jaime Winstone: We've got a fun fancy dress room at home
Jaime Winstone has revealed she doesn't have to go far to indulge her love of fun fancy dress - because she's got a whole room dedicated to it at home. The actress, who lives with model Daisy Lowe, told the Daily Star they both love a good party, particularly the ones that go on for days on end. And in order to make sure they are always ready for a good bash, the girls have had a special room put in their shared house. "We have a creative room and... Read more...
Get inspiration for Halloween fancy dress from ZomBCon
Anyone struggling for fresh ideas for a Halloween fancy dress party could take inspiration from a new event in Washington. Seattle is to host its first ever ZomBCon next month, which aims to celebrate all things undead. Taking place between October 29th and 31st 2010, it will include screenings of popular films like Dawn of the Dead, as well as plenty of opportunities to party in costumes and pretend to eat brains. ZomBCon founder and artistic director Ryan Reiter said he hopes the event will put Seattle on the map... Read more...
Lady Gaga dismisses meat frock as nothing but fun fancy dress
Pop star Lady Gaga has waved off criticisms of the meat outfit she wore last week, insisting it was nothing but fun fancy dress. The singer sparked controversy at last week's MTV Video Music Awards after she turned up in a dress that was actually made of raw cuts of beef. Animal rights groups insisted it was cruel, but Lady Gaga has since defended her outfit, pointing out that it is not really any different to utilising other animal products. Talking at a gig in Philadelphia, she said: "What's everyone's... Read more...
Halloween fancy dress causes embarrassing incident for US teen
A teenager who wore Halloween fancy dress to promote a new store in the US state of Missouri ended up red-faced after passers-by mistook him for a crazed madman. According to the Joplin Globe, the unnamed youth had put on a Scream fancy dress costume to generate publicity for the Spirit of Halloween outlet, which has begun selling spooky decorations and other goods in the small town. However, as he waved at cars and pedestrians in his black cloak, someone got Read more...
Katy Perry wears fun fancy dress for a playdate with Elmo
Katy Perry is known for her love of different costumes, so she is likely to have been in her element when she got to wear fun fancy dress on Sesame Street. The California Gurls singer has made an appearance on the popular kids' TV show with little red character Elmo, whom she asked to take part in a dressing up game. Although Katy got into a bride fancy dress outfit - to reflect her impending wedding to Russell Brand - Elmo was less keen to join in. So the pop Read more...
Night-time escapades see Incredible Hulk end up in hot water
The Incredible Hulk - or rather a young person wearing superhero fancy dress - is being pursued by police after damaging a car. A number of students went out in Worcester over the weekend to celebrate their first week at uni, with many sporting Superman fancy dress and other comic book costumes, according to the Worcester News. However, the Hulk took things a little too far and really got into character as he walked home in the early hours on Monday (September Read more...
'No time to spare' for planning Halloween fancy dress
Anyone hoping to have a Halloween fancy dress bash has been advised that there is no time to spare - so you'd all better get planning! Kelley Notaro from the Cuyahoga Voice said the smell of autumn is already in the air, meaning Halloween is just around the corner. She recommended visiting a haunted house in order to create a really spooky ambience for your October 31st party, plus you'll have the added benefit of having the entertainment already provided by people in <a Read more...
Hollywood fancy dress 'is a classic theme'
People seeking an instantly recognisable outfit or timeless costume for Halloween could consider Hollywood fancy dress. Described as "classic fancy dress" by a recent article from Lonad News, film star and movie character outfits always seem to go down well at special occasions. "Having a few key film star outfits in your wardrobe can prepare you for many different fancy dress parties," the website explained. However, it also urged people to "think outside the box" when it comes to Hollywood-inspired costumes, Read more...
Halloween fancy dress required for London cycling event
Keen cyclists can celebrate Halloween while pedalling furiously round Herne Hill Velodrome next month. On Saturday October 30th, the south London venue is set to host Rollapaluza's Muddy Hell, a full programme of night-time off-road racing with a Halloween twist. Riders will compete in a range of age groups across the novice, MTB, single speed and fixed-wheel categories, with Halloween fancy dress encouraged for all participants. With a prize fund worth £1,000, as well as a barbeque and bar for non-riders, the event looks set to attract Read more...