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If you’re an anime fan and you love the sweet half-demon, half-human, Nezuko Kamado from the Japanese anime series, Demon Slayer, you will want to find Nezuko outfits for cosplay events.

Firstly, 1920s costumes are interesting from a historical position because the flapper dress became fashionable because of the freedom it gave to women. The 1920s marked the end of the 'Great War' and the Spanish Flu Pandemic, both killed so many young men in particular.

A shell suit or tracksuit was a real fashion statement in the 1980s and is a popular choice for a dress-up costume nowadays. The thing about this style of 80s tracksuit that made it so popular because it was so versatile.

Whether you’re throwing a milestone birthday because you survived the ultimate decade of decadence, or you simply love the movies, music and neon of the era, an 80s theme dress-up party is always a winner. The 1980s were loud, colourful and unapologetically fun — which makes them one of the easiest decades to dress up as. Below are our favourite 80s costume ideas for men, women, couples and groups, with tips on how to pull each look together.

Shop the full range of 1980s costumes, or browse all decades costumes for more inspiration across the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s.

Famous 80s movie costumes

Famous 80s movies are a great place to start. The decade gave us instantly recognisable looks from films like E.T., Back to the Future, Valley Girl, Dirty Dancing, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off and Sixteen Candles — perfect for an 80s party or even Halloween. Women and girls can recreate an 80s prom-dress look straight out of Sixteen Candles or Valley Girl, while dance films are another easy reference:

When your child comes home from school and says that the teacher has asked that all children participating in Book Week this year are expected to use themes from Australian children’s books, what do you do?

Christmas is near and we all are already in festive mood. There are several ways to make this festive season interesting for your kids, and one of such ways is by dressing your kids in fancy dresses. In this article, we've put together some fancy-dress ideas which you can use for this festive period.

Aladdin:
Aladdin still happens to be one of the best animations produced. It is loved by so many people all around the world. The Aladdin costume will be a perfect costume for your kids this season. The costume is very easy to put together, what you'll be needing include white pants, a white shirt, and a white turban just like Aladdin. You can also add a mat like the magical mat used by Aladdin.

Olaf:
Olaf is a character from Frozen. The character is a funny one loved by so many people. You can dress up your little boy or girls Olaf this festive season. What you'll be needing for this character is only a carrot for the nose, and a snowman suit. With these, your kid is good to go as Olaf.

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Once kids move past the "same party every year" stage, they start asking for something more specific — and few themes offer as much room to get creative as Alice in Wonderland. Mad tea parties, a frantic white rabbit, playing cards come to life and a Cheshire Cat grin make this one of the most flexible dress-up party themes around, suitable for a children's birthday, a teen party, or even a prom or adult event with a slightly more sophisticated take on the same story.

Why Alice in Wonderland Works So Well as a Party Theme

Alice in Wonderland has an unusual advantage as a party theme: almost every character is instantly recognisable, but there is no single "correct" way to interpret them. The Mad Hatter's tea party can be as elegant or as chaotic as you like. The white rabbit's obsession with being late can be worked into games and timing gimmicks. The playing-card soldiers and the Queen of Hearts give you an easy villain for older kids' games, and the Cheshire Cat's grin makes for a great

Oktoberfest has become one of the biggest costume occasions on the Australian calendar. What started as a two-week beer festival in Munich now fills pub gardens, function centres and backyards across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and beyond every September and October. If you have been invited to an Oktoberfest party, or you are hosting one yourself, getting the costume right is half the fun. Here is a practical guide to picking an Oktoberfest costume that suits your budget, your comfort level and how big an entrance you want to make.

Why Oktoberfest Costumes Have Become So Popular

Oktoberfest in Munich runs for around sixteen days and draws millions of visitors who come for the beer tents, the traditional food and the atmosphere. Australians have taken the concept and run with it, turning Oktoberfest into an excuse for a themed party almost anywhere there is a pub garden or a marquee. Part of the appeal is that the dress code is instantly recognisable: lederhosen for the men, dirndls for

Halloween keeps growing in Australia every year, and with it comes the yearly question: what should you actually wear? Between scary classics, family-friendly options and costumes built around whatever movie or show everyone is talking about, there is a lot to choose from. Here is a rundown of the main types of Halloween costumes Australians wear each October, along with some tips for picking the right one for your night.

Classic Scary Costumes

The scary category is where Halloween started and it is still the most popular choice for adults. Zombie costumes remain one of the most requested looks every year — partly because they are easy to personalise. A zombie soldier, a zombie doctor or a zombie bride all use the same base idea (torn, dirtied clothing plus pale, bloodied makeup) but end up looking completely different depending on the props and details you add. Witches, vampires and the classic Grim Reaper style are close behind in popularity, largely because they work for almost any body