Barbarella is an old time science fiction character that was played by Jane Fonda in the movie in 1967. Many people may not even be familiar with it today, but when the movie was released everyone was in love with the various costumes that were used for the character. With lots of see thru plastic spots, lots of fur and even one with a tail, it makes a very fun costume for a party or even just for Halloween.

You may spend a lot of time explaining who you are to people but you will certainly get plenty of attention with a Barbarella costume.

To really be recognized, you would want to add a big, poofy blond wig, some knee high pirate boots and a silver gun. Although a real silver gun probably isn’t necessary, it should be fairly easy to come up with something that looks close enough to the real thing, without getting you arrested for having an unauthorized gun.

If you need more help, there are lots of pictures on the internet that you could take a look at to get some ideas.

Grease is the word! This amazing movie and Broadway show based on character’s from the 1950’s certainly had a look all its own. With the Capri pants, the leather jackets, lots of make up and hair spray, not too mention the poodle skirts and pretty blouses on all the good girls, everyone can relate to some character in Grease.

There is always the famous T-bird look for the guys or the Pink Ladies for the girls, although you may have a tough time finding a pink leather jacket.

The easiest way to come up with a costume for a character from Grease is to watch the movie. This probably won’t even require you to rent the movie considering it plays on most cable networks on a regular basis still. Watch your television listings for a week or two and you can probably catch it on at some time or another.

Then consider thrift shops and consignment stores as a place to start looking for your Grease costume.

Medieval costumes range from very basic to extremely elegant and costly. One of the best solutions to the expensive of these types of costumes is to try to find the basics on your own and add in the more authentic accessories your base.

Men can start with some basic long pants tucked into calf high tie up boots and women can use a basic long, flowing dress preferably velvet.

Finding accessories to go with it is not too difficult. You can find a lot of pouches and bags that are reminiscent of that time. Costume jewelry and hair accessories are not too costly either.

If you get creative, you may even be able to find armor and weapons to go along with the time period and enhance the costume, so it is clear what time frame you are trying to duplicate.

If you use your imagination, you should be able to create or buy just the right outfit for your medieval costume.

Renaissance Fairs can be found all over the country portraying arts, entertainment, food and culture of the 17th century. Unlike most fairs, the Renaissance Fair involves the people who are attending the fair, much more than others including the way they dress to go to the fair.

Renaissance costumes are a huge part of the fair environment and huge sums of money can be spent for authentic looking clothing to look the part for the fair.

Women dress in elaborate gowns made of velvet and silk while men dress in long pants with high boots and flowing shirts. Many include vests and there are hundreds of accessories for both men and women like armor, hats, belts, pouches to carry things in and veils and scarves. There are also many patterns available to make your own Renaissance costumes.

Since the wonderful movie, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, came out in 1999, Cindy Lou Who has become a much more well-known character making her a new favorite of young and old alike.

The character of Cindy Lou Who is undeniably sweet and innocent and makes any age remember a time when they felt that way too.

Creating the look of Cindy Lou Who would not be too challenging by just using a little creativity. A small amount of pink makeup and some false eyelashes would complete the face and then a simple black and white checked dress would take care of the clothes. To really look authentic, throw in a red velvet cape, some red tights, black patented leather shoes and a red ribbon for the hair.

The hair is easily the most difficult, and the most important, part of the costume to accomplish as it is an updo with lots of extra braids and curls around the face.