In the past vampire Halloween costumes had little variety in their design. A vampire was a vampire - and the good Count Dracula was the inspiration. Films, books and other media of today's culture have expanded on the vampire image. Coming up with your own version of this blood drinking wonder is now the most vampire costume.
A little extra effort and you can have the best looking costume, complete with fang teeth fit for the Count himself. Many costume retailers supply vampire-specific merchandise, in a wide range of prices. Certain pieces may be more difficult to make, such as the fangs, however other parts are quite easy and can be created for little or no money.
Dark cloaks were a stable of ole time vampires from past centuries and versions available at retail stores may be simple cheap cotton fabrics or luxurious silk-line velvet versions with bone fasteners. The one common trait of the cloaks is the long length and the fullness required. How often in films do you see Dracula raise the corner of his black cape to cover his face?
Capes are easily constructed at home. Even a beginning seamstress can quickly stitch up a realistic style. Just cutting a large circle of soft fabric and gluing purchased braiding along the edge will give you a cloak that will swirl around you. When purchasing fabric check out the sales tables in that department and you may find yards of cloth you can use priced at more than 50% off. It's best to buy the widest fabric available to avoid having to add seams if you aren't talented at sewing.
Don't forget to look in the linen closet or attic to see if you have an old sheet or bedspread that might work as a cloak. The color doesn't matter as a couple bottles of fabric dye can do wonders and is cheaper than buying yards of new fabric. You will be destroying the item so don't use a sheet or covering you will need in the future.
Get creative and sort through old clothing, the garments you have no intention of wearing ever again. You can collect these and cut them into pieces or strips. Dye them if needed. Piece them together for a grittier, patchwork style cloak. If you prefer, leave some of them in pieces so that the fabric dangles in shreds behind you.
For the sleek Dracula version, wear your own dress shirt in black, red or white with black fitted trousers or suit pants. Add your full dark cloak that reaches to your ankles and perhaps a vampire collar standing up behind your head. Don't worry overmuch about exact details for this character - focus on creating the threatening atmosphere a vampire brings to mind.
Remember to buy lots of fake blood as well! If you're looking to bargain shop, always remember to check for these items after the season has ended. You can stock up on the same items you would have spent more on, for a fraction of the price. Sometimes they are less than a dollar! The only tricky part is remembering where you store them for next year.
Add your own twist to the old favorite vampire Halloween costumes. Buy clearance props and accessories to add to your costume next year. Watch fabric sales tables for just the right color for your new cloak. Don't forget the hair gel for that slick and oil Vampire style and look closely at what you have in your closet or attic before shopping for Dracula Halloween costumes. Edited by Hetsil Protage
A little extra effort and you can have the best looking costume, complete with fang teeth fit for the Count himself. Many costume retailers supply vampire-specific merchandise, in a wide range of prices. Certain pieces may be more difficult to make, such as the fangs, however other parts are quite easy and can be created for little or no money.
Dark cloaks were a stable of ole time vampires from past centuries and versions available at retail stores may be simple cheap cotton fabrics or luxurious silk-line velvet versions with bone fasteners. The one common trait of the cloaks is the long length and the fullness required. How often in films do you see Dracula raise the corner of his black cape to cover his face?
Capes are easily constructed at home. Even a beginning seamstress can quickly stitch up a realistic style. Just cutting a large circle of soft fabric and gluing purchased braiding along the edge will give you a cloak that will swirl around you. When purchasing fabric check out the sales tables in that department and you may find yards of cloth you can use priced at more than 50% off. It's best to buy the widest fabric available to avoid having to add seams if you aren't talented at sewing.
Don't forget to look in the linen closet or attic to see if you have an old sheet or bedspread that might work as a cloak. The color doesn't matter as a couple bottles of fabric dye can do wonders and is cheaper than buying yards of new fabric. You will be destroying the item so don't use a sheet or covering you will need in the future.
Get creative and sort through old clothing, the garments you have no intention of wearing ever again. You can collect these and cut them into pieces or strips. Dye them if needed. Piece them together for a grittier, patchwork style cloak. If you prefer, leave some of them in pieces so that the fabric dangles in shreds behind you.
For the sleek Dracula version, wear your own dress shirt in black, red or white with black fitted trousers or suit pants. Add your full dark cloak that reaches to your ankles and perhaps a vampire collar standing up behind your head. Don't worry overmuch about exact details for this character - focus on creating the threatening atmosphere a vampire brings to mind.
Remember to buy lots of fake blood as well! If you're looking to bargain shop, always remember to check for these items after the season has ended. You can stock up on the same items you would have spent more on, for a fraction of the price. Sometimes they are less than a dollar! The only tricky part is remembering where you store them for next year.
Add your own twist to the old favorite vampire Halloween costumes. Buy clearance props and accessories to add to your costume next year. Watch fabric sales tables for just the right color for your new cloak. Don't forget the hair gel for that slick and oil Vampire style and look closely at what you have in your closet or attic before shopping for Dracula Halloween costumes. Edited by Hetsil Protage
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