Making fancy dress costumes

Originating in South Korea, Squid Game has become a worldwide phenomenon amongst almost all demographics. Its pop culture popularity may have come as a surprise, but its premise and execution has certainly sparked the imagination of many. Like all pop culture phenomena, Squid Game has become a popular...

The pop culture phenomenon that is Beetlejuice has recently been reinvigorated with the release of 2024's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a sequel to the 1988 original film. While Beetlejuice costumes have been a Halloween mainstay since this time, their presence at fancy dress parties is likely to see a significant...

Choosing the right Halloween costume for you will depend on many factors. Some people want to choose something funny, some may want to choose something as grotesque as possible and others simply want to look good. The Marvel Cinematic Universe has an ever-expanding range of costume options to choose from,...

Fortnite is a very popular video game and a favourite to many gamers. So why not dress up as a Fortnite character this Halloween or any upcoming costume party? In this oneHOWTO article we're going to show you how to make Fortnite costumes, including 11 Fortnite characters. Keep reading to find your favourite...

Minecraft continues to be one of the most popular video games. Not only does this game have a mission, but it also gives the player a lot of freedom, allowing us to be creative and make our Minecraft world our own. It's no wonder that once Halloween or a costume party rolls around, we'd want to dress...

Among Us started as one of the most played games of 2020 and its popularity doesn't seem to be decreasing any time soon. Streamers, YouTubers and gamers of all kinds have found its multiplayer madness to be supremely entertaining. The premise is simple: a crew of a space ship must find out which of their...

Wonder women is a strong female superhero and a role model for many. This is what makes her such a popular option when it comes to choosing the perfect costume for Halloween. What better way to celebrate with your child than to help them make their own DIY Wonder Women halloween costume? In this oneHOWTO...

While the production had been in development for a while, the remake release of Stephen King's famously disturbing clown horror It couldn't be better timing. This is partly due to the spate of real life creepy clown sightings which grew into a worldwide phenomenon in 2016. While we're not encouraging...

One of the most awarded shows at the 2017 Emmy awards, the Handmaid's Tale is one of the most popular shows on Hulu. The dystopic world of Gillead, based on Margaret Atwood's novel, first published in 1985. If you want to be up to date with the latest costume trends this Halloween, dressing up as Offred, the...

The Incredibles is a Disney Pixar movie which was released in 2004, but thanks to enduring popularity is still enjoyed by children all over the world. This makes it a particularly good costume idea for kids who enjoy the movie now and adults who were kids back when it came out. Unfortunately, while...

If you've still not woken up from the third season of David Lynch's Twin Peaks and are still wondering around this Washington state village, immersed by the smell of Cherry pie and damn fine coffee that hides some kind of evil among the Douglas Fern woods, then we'd like to show you how to make on of...

That fancy dress party you really want to attend is just around the corner and an Indian fancy dress costume is the perfect costume for the night. Perhaps you want to go to a carnival or need a wicked outfit for Halloween. What are you going to wear? How about an Indian costume? It's cheap and can be...

Who doesn't love mermaids? While in older times people believed merfolk to be dangerous - there were legends of mermaids pulling sailors into the sea - nowadays we think of these characters as whimsical and fascinating creatures. Andersen's tale "The Little Mermaid" and especially the Disney adaptation...

There are more occasions to dress up as an elf than you might think - Halloween, Christmas, a play, a children's party, just because... If you love fantasy stories and whimsical things, an elf is the perfect choice for your costume. You can easily transform yourself into this fantastic creature that inhabits...

Before applying clown makeup, you should be aware of the three different types: the classic whiteface clown has a white face with exaggerated features. The Aguste clown has a natural-colored face, with a large mouth and eyes. The tramp clown has a dark and sad face. Although the makeup colors may be different...

Smurfs are small characters who are characterized by their blue colored skin, created by the Belgian cartoonist Peyo in 1958. Years later, these little people made the leap to the screen and became the protagonists of their own series. A Smurf costume can be ideal for many occasions as it is very easy...

School events and children's parties take place during the Christmas season. Costumes make these events come alive. The famous reindeer costume is one of the main protagonists around this time of the year, because it is a companion and helper of Santa Claus. In the following OneHowTo.com article, we explain...

Grease has been a popular film for many generations. After all, what's not to like? It has lots of catchy songs that are well known by now, a classic love story and a lot of clothes. In Grease you can see several outfits, from the style of the guys' suits to the black outfit Sandy wears at the end of...

Moana is the next film by Disney to capture the audience's hearts. The film stars Dwayne Johnson as the demi-god Maui and Auli'i Cravalho as Moana, the first Polynesian Disney princess. It will surely be the most popular film of the holidays, and you can join the hype by wearing a Moana costume for Halloween? While...

Since Netflix's Stranger Things came out in July, everything relating to the 1980s - from toys to novelty items, classic science fiction and horror films and yes, fashion - has become huge. Stranger Things is on its way to becoming the biggest thing in pop culture of 2016, and costumes will reflect that. Search...

Not many people know that the origins of Halloween date back to Gaelic and Welsh traditions where people gathered around bonfires trying to keep ghosts at bay, which were deterred by the extravagant costumes people wore. If there is a fictional character that has been brought back from the dead and...

Would you like to dress up like Tinkerbell? The classic green dress and wings of Peter's Pan's faithful companion are a very beautiful and flattering outfit that can you take advantage of if you want to dress up as a fairy. By following a few simple tips and using some inexpensive materials you have at home,...

Are you a real Pokémon fan? Do you want to surprise your friends at your next Halloween party? Would you love to play Pokémon Go dressed up as a real trainer? You're in luck! At OneHowTo we explain how to make your very own Ash costume from Pokémon. Though you have many different possibilities, we...

Have you always been a Pokémon fan? Do you go on Pokémon Go at every location? Good news - now you can do it in character. Pokémon costumes will be huge this Halloween, but they are also a fun choice for any kind of costume party. Plus, they're super comfortable and easy to make. Pikachu might not...

The famous Addams Family is one of the best costumes for groups, whether for Halloween, Carnival or any other fancy dress party. For younger or older girls, dressing up as Wednesday Addams or Merlina is ideal and also very easy to do. In this OneHowTo, here are some tips on how to make a Wednesday Addams...

If a poll was conducted to determine which dresses are beautiful and sexy then the cheerleader costume would definitely be within the top ten. The Cheerleader costume is loved by all and is a hot shot choice for costume parties or Halloween. Buying a cheerleader costume can prove to be a pocket pinch for...

Dressing up as a Goth is always an option if you don't quite know what to wear for a fancy dress party. With a little bit of makeup and some black clothes that you probably already have in your wardrobe, you have the basis for an outfit that certainly looks good and attracts attention. You don't necessarily...

When the Suicide Squad comic book was made into a Hollywood film, it gathered lots of attention. Not only was it popular due to its unique character, rather their costumes too made headlines due to their uniqueness. While some costumes were kept same as it was portrayed in the comic strip, others like that of...

Do you need to dress up and don't want to spend money on an outfit you probably won't use again? Are you running short of funny costume ideas? Are you looking for cheap homemade costumes? At OneHowTo we have lots of articles on funny costume ideas and costumes for adults to make at home. Whether it's for...

If you have watched Star Wars: The Force Awakens– the latest installment of the Star Wars franchise­­– you might know that Rey has pleased the hearts of many fans. Finally, a Star Wars movie has introduced a female central character. She is described as being brave, a tough survivor, headstrong and loyal...

Lara Croft from the Tomb Raider video game franchise is considered one of the most significant game characters in popular culture. Lara Croft has gathered a strong fan following over the years, since the original Tomb Raider video games in 1996, to when she was portrayed by Angelina Jolie in the 2001...

When Halloween comes around, there's nothing better than dressing up as a classic and terrifying character. A werewolf is certainly one of the best alternative costumes that you can make at home very simply. If you want to terrorize everyone on Halloween with a great outfit that does not require much effort,...

The roaring 20's were so happy! This second decade of the 1900's was a long remembered time of splendour. It was also the time of the Charleston, a dance that most represented the era, and the time of organised crime gangs with gangsters. Today, it's still common to dress up as characters of this era, whether...

Tim Burton's film Edward Scissorhands (Edward Scissorhands) gave life to one of the most popular movie characters of the 90's. He was a lonely, good-hearted character who was notable for his particular feature of having knives instead of fingers. When it comes to fancy dress costumes, Edward Scissorhands...

Princess Elsa is the main character in the Disney film Frozen, and thanks to the film's enormous success more and more girls want to dress up as Elsa, whether its for Halloween, Carnival or any occasion! In this OneHowTo article we are going to show you how to make a homemade Elsa costume yourself and...

Superhero costumes are the highest in demand to look amazing for Halloween, Carnaval or any other fancy dress party. If you love comic books or superhero movies, if you are simply looking for new ideas, or if you want to feel sexy and powerful with a striking costume, there's no idea better than dressing...

It doesn't matter if you were born in the 80s or the 90s, many of us have grown up with Mario and Luigi and have fond memories of Crashing around in Mario Kart or keeping Princess Peach safe in the Mushroom Kingdom. These characters make the perfect DIY costume idea for Halloween, Carnival or any occasion....

When it comes to fancy dress costumes, especially for halloween, the sexy devil costume is a classic look for girls. If you want to make your own homemade devil costume this halloween, we have put together a guide to give you some tips and ideas on how to create a stylish and sexy devil costume at home,...

For those of you who are big Star Wars fans she's not only a princess, but much more than that. A warrior, a heroine and a character that many of us have dreamed of being in our childhood. This is why there's no better tribute to Princess Leia than to dress up as her for Halloween, Carnival, Comic-Con...

Would you like to dress up as a dwarf from Snow White and the seven Dwarfs with your very own homemade costume? It's very simple! It's an ideal costume for both children and adults, either for Carnival or any other fancy dress party.With very little, you can create your own dwarf costume and be a part of...

The Minion costume has become one of the most popular costumes for Halloween and Carnival. If you want a fresh idea that's a little different to the norm, how about trying the 'evil minion'? If you like this idea and want to find out how to make a Purple Minion costume, take a look at this OneHowTo article,...

If you're planning your costume for Halloween, a fancy dress party or simply a thematic event, you may be considering a Hawaiian costume. You are surely picturing a hula dancer at a lū'au, or traditional Hawaiian party; however, you must also ask yourself whether that is cultural appropriation or an homage...

If you're looking for a fun, fresh and summery costume, a Hawaiian outfit is just what you need. Really simple to make, lively, colorful and using nothing more than summer clothing you'll already have to hand with a few accessories, you'll be the life and soul of the party. It really is an easy fancy...

Halloween will be here before we know it and you are probably already thinking about costume ideas. If you want to make a homemade costume, a DIY Zombie Costume is the perfect choice. Its cheap, quick and easy, and you probably already have most of the things you need at home. So if you want to know...

Disney Pixar's Inside Out has definitely been the sensation of the year for both children and adults next to the Minions. The cute emotions in Riley Andersen's head have captivated audiences worldwide. As Halloween approaches there are many of you who would like to dress up as one of the Inside Out...

Son Goku is one of the main characters of the mythical manga and anime series Dragon Ball, popular among kids and adults alike. Dressing up as this character is a great idea for a cosplay festival or another type of fancy dress party. Also, it's an outfit that you can make yourself at home, both easily...

The character of Regan McNeil, the little girl from the exorcist has become one of the most famous characters in the history of cinema, and actress Linda Blair will forever be associated with this famous horror character. As one of the most terrifying characters in the history of horror, its also a...

A vampire costume is one of the most popular fancy dress costumes throughout the world - whether its for carnival, Halloween or any other fancy dress event! And its very simple and cheap to make your own at home, so you can become the spitting image of Dracula himself and scare your friends! Read the rest...

Dressing up as a Vampire for a Fancy Dress party is one of the classic Halloween costumes. the good news is that it is also easy to make your own original vampire costume very cheaply at home by following the simple steps below. Furthermore, vampire costumes can be a great costume idea for couples -...

What good times those in which we had no concerns other than playing about! Childhood is one of the periods of life that are most missed and it is this reason that makes most wish to be children again. And this you can do, if just for one day, when going to a fancy dress party or because it's Carnival,...