Halloween Ideas: What About A 18th Century Costume?

The period of time between 1700 and 1799 was so rich in issues, both political and social, that it is, for us, an inexhaustible source of Halloween costume ideas: fashion, as we know it now, was born during that time and ladies and gentlemen wanted to be the first to wear new clothes. So, if you are looking for a good Halloween costume idea, you should have a look at the history books that talk about the European people during the 18th century. Take a look at the things worn by royalty all across Europe but especially in countries like Russia, France and England so that you can gain inspiration for a royalty costume to wear this Halloween.

Of course, there are many other categories of people; whose clothes may inspire you a 18th century Halloween costume, and not only royalty and nobility. During the same period of time there were pirates coasting across the water and then robbing ships of various fleets blind.

The freebooter lifestyle and its consequences have been studied recently in the movie "Pirates of the Caribbean"; which makes pirate outfits so popular nowadays.. Indeed, the 18th century was one of the areas of history that has been very good for pirates and there are many history books that contain paintings of pirate garb from this specific period of time.

The 18th century was also a time of revolution. During these years there was the French Revolution and of course the American Revolution that resulted in the birthing of the United States of America. These serious events give you today a great number of historical costumes to choose from.

You could wear a costume figuring a French revolutionary, John Adams or even a Redcoat Soldier from Britain with an old time firearm that was used during that period of time. The historical issues that occured during the 18th century, and particularly the revolutions, should give you a bunch of ideas for costumes if you are looking to get something done.

Finally, the general dress during that period of time is also something that can give you ideas for Halloween costumes - very fancy tuxedos, white crops, boots, top hats for the men and very fancy dresses, bamboo cane decorated with a muslin knot, umbrellas or amazing wigs for the women. During the second part of the 18th century, people thought it was important to wear sensational clothes and whenever you want to wear that sort of Halloween costume, remember to add a strong touch of extravagance.

Doing your best in the planning and design is the best way to make 18th century Halloween costumes work for you.

Happy Halloween to you!

By: D. Halet

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D. Halet is an European history, Holidays and Tarot Cards passionate; she writes articles and creates websites dedicated to these subjects. For more info on Halloween Costume ideas, visit My Happy Halloween! and receive a free My Happy Halloween Guide.