Choosing a great costume for Halloween can be fun. There are so many options out there, from ones you can buy to creative ideas you can make yourself. But if you fall outside of the average size range; it can sometimes be challenging to find a costume that you love and that looks great. Here are some ideas and tips to help you find a great costume in a plus size.
Where to Shop
There are two basic options for purchasing a Halloween costume. You can visit local stores or purchase online. Both options have some advantages and disadvantages. Purchasing your outfit in the store means that you can try it on to be sure you like it and that it fits. But you might need to spend time and use up gas driving to several stores before you find one that you like, and fits well. Shopping on the internet will give you the most options in the most convenient way. You can shop one of the many costume retailers without having to leave your home. But be sure to carefully check the exchange policy to see if you can exchange the costume if it doesn’t fit or doesn’t look great on you.
If you choose to visit a local store, consider calling ahead to see how many plus size options they have available to see if it is worth the trip. If you have a specific costume in mind you can check if they have it and that they have the size you need before visiting the store. Spirit Halloween and Party City are just two of the many retailers that offer several pages of plus size costume options online. There are witch, pirate and nurse outfits to name just a very few of the many great costumes available. Many of them have received great review from other buyers. Both retailers outline a clear return policy on their website that allows for returns if the costume is unworn.
How to Choose a Costume
You might be pleasantly surprised by the wide variety of plus size costumes that are now available. But all of this choice can be overwhelming! Your interests as well as your personal preferences for costume type and style will help determine which costume is best for you.
Make sure the costume you choose fits properly and that you feel good wearing it. Even if you love the idea of a costume, if it doesn’t fit right or you simply do not feel the costume is flattering for your particular figure; keep looking. For example, if you are uncomfortable showing a lot of skin; choose a more conservative costume like this Cleopatra costume; available at Spirit Halloween. If you would like to highlight certain features that you love; choose Halloween apparel that reflects that. Dressing as a nurse with a short skirt, for example can highlight your legs.
Consider Making Your Own
If money is tight or you are feeling creative; making your own costume can be fun. Another advantage to making your own Halloween wear is that many great outfits can be fashioned using clothes from your own closet and a few purchased accessories. If you would like to dress up as a witch, for example, you could choose a long black skirt and black shirt from your own closet and then add accessories like a hat, a broom and some witch like makeup. Using items from your own wardrobe will help save money and will ensure that the items fit you perfectly.
Halloween is such a fun holiday; don’t make finding a costume become stressful and ruin it. Take some time to look around for a great costume or get your creative juices flowing and make your own. The most important thing is that you feel good in the costume you choose so that you can have fun and enjoy a Halloween that is memorable in a positive way.