A fancy dress party is the perfect opportunity to really let your hair down, and for a lot of women it’s also the ideal chance to let go of their inhibitions and impress the opposite sex. If you fancy making their pulse race then sexy fancy dress would be ideal, and with so many choices on offer you’ll soon find something that hits the right notes.

Of course, there are plenty of choices that are guaranteed to set his pulse racing – just think schoolgirl outfits, French maids or nurses and you really can’t go wrong.  But, the great thing about choosing fancy dress costumes is that you don’t have to go for options that are traditionally thought of as sexy – with the right alterations and additions, just about every possible outfit can be made to ignite the fires of passion.

You might not think it, but everything from army outfits to Roman costumes can have a bit of spice to them, and if you come to us you’ll soon see what we’re talking about.

We offer a fantastic selection of ladies fancy dress costumes that are guaranteed to get their pulse racing, and with traditional as well as more contemporary outfit choices you’ll soon find something to take your (and his) fancy. Whether you want to be a sexy schoolgirl or evoke the image of your favourite film star we’ll be able to help, so come to us today and get ready to get their pulses rating with the help of our stunning costumes.

There’s nothing quite like planning your fancy dress outfit when a party is imminent. It can be great fun trying to decide what to go as, and with so many options available there’s no end to the possibilities. But, if you really want to make the most of your outfit you need to remember the importance of accessorising, because it can make the world of difference to the final result.

Accessories really can transform your outfit from being plain and generic to something that’s truly unique, allowing you to inject your own personality into the costume. There are plenty of options you could go for, with things like wigs, hats and costume jewellery being ideal, and lots of them are perfect for specific themes or eras.

If you’re opting for 70s fancy dress, for example, then think lots of bling and glitz, or if you’ve got a soldier theme to stick to then don’t forget the gun and bullet belt for added authenticity. The choices are endless, and with the right accessories you really can bring your costume to life.

We know how important accessories can be, and that’s why we offer a fantastic range of everything you could need to add some personality into your costume. You’ll soon notice the difference and will really be able to make the most of your outfit, so whether you’re looking for men’s or ladies fancy dress costumes remember the added accessories and you can’t fail to be a hit at that party.

With anniversaries and birthdays cropping up every single year, it can be difficult to come up with something unique to do to celebrate the occasion. But what about doing something a little more personal? Dressing up in an adult fancy dress costume can be just the thing. Fancy dress costumes are romantic, fun and sexy, and so are perfect for celebrating your love for each other.

Ladies’ fancy dress costumes

Pernennial favourites like naughty schoolgirl, French maid and sexy nurse outfits will always raise the temperature of any man. However, to show you really care, try dressing up as one of his favourite female fantasy figures such as Wonder Woman, Supergirl or Catwoman. A classic example is the sexy Princess Leia ‘Slave Girl’ outfit from Star Wars; guaranteed to unleash “The Force”.

Men’s fancy dress costumes

The lady in your life will be thrilled to see you walk through the door dressed as a hunky firefighter, stubbled Roman gladiator or Top Gun type naval officer. You could even play some fitting music to really hit the right romantic note. Good examples would be “I Need a Hero” when you strut in as a fireman or “Take My Breath Away” when you salute her as a cocky Top Gun Pilot.

Make your anniversary or your partner’s birthday one to remember by spending some time with us here at FancyDressBall.co.uk.

Fancy dress parties, especially for significant birthdays, are very popular right now. But despite how fun these parties are, sometimes choosing the right fancy dress costume can be difficult. There’s nothing more gutting than showing up to a party in the same costume as one of your friends! To choose a more unusual fancy dress costume, think outside the box.

For unusual ladies fancy dress costumes, why not choose a historical figure. You can choose a popular one like Cleopatra or a Greek goddess like Medusa, but if you want to be really unusual, why not choose a more generic costume and then personalize it. Dress as a queen, and then add your own touches to become Marie Antoinette, Queen Victoria, or even Mary Queen of Scots. Or, choose a generic Indian costume and become Pocahontas, or Sacajawea.

For a groovy look, choose a generic 60’s, 70’s, or 80’s fancy dress costume and then think of a historical figure from that era that you admire. Maybe an artist or novelist?

For unusual men’s fancy dress, take the same principle. A generic Viking costume can become Leif Erikson, the Viking who discovered the Americas well before Christopher Columbus. Or, choose a French Revolution costume and become Sidney Carton from A Tale of Two Cities.

Choosing unusual fancy dress costumes is really easy when you put your mind to work. Thinking outside the back can make any average costume become something really special.

At Fancy Dress Ball, we have a wide range of fancy dress costumes for popular decades. One of the most popular decades for parties and for dressing up is the 1970s.

With disco music and films like Saturday Night Fever becoming popular during the 70s, a themed fancy dress party is always going to be a great idea when thinking of a theme for a party. So what are you waiting for? Get browsing through our 1970s  fancy dress range now.

For all the men out there, we have psychedelic shirts and Elvis costumes. The satin shirts and bright colours are sure to make you look at part at a party. For those who grew up in the 70s, we also have classic costumes such as a Wombles Great Uncle Bulgaria costume. To add authenticity to your costume however, you will need a wig, medallion and staple platform heels. Have a look at our accessories to add some character to your costume.

Ladies are also going to be spoilt for choice when it comes to getting a costume. We have ladies fancy dress costumes such as Abba outfits for all those disco divas out there, and we also have Foxy Cleopatra too. If you are going for a more generic look, we have a number of flares and flower power tops for you to put together yourself also. Once again, do not forget about the accessories. Think big sunglasses and big hair. We have gorgeous dancing queen wigs and metallic disco wigs to add to your look.

There are a huge range of 80s fancy dress costumes for men and women in the 80s costumes section, but elsewhere in the catalogue there are a few gems that hark back to the 80s, or can be used to create the right effect.

Have a look through the general wig section as well as the 80s-specific one. There you’ll find a wider selection of wigs and of course the essential brushy 80s fancy dress moustache. There isn’t an 80s costume it doesn’t go with, either as part of the theme or for comedy value, but moustaches are a key element in many costumes, so they are housed in with the rest of the collection.

Cartoons and superheroes can also be found under their own sections, as well as in the 80s categories. Danger Mouse and He-Man are in the men’s 80s fancy dress section but if you were most attached to Batman as a child, you can find him in the Superhero fancy dress section because he is relevant to more than one specification. The same goes for Loony Tunes characters like Bugs Bunny – look through the cartoon fancy dress section before making a decision. Check out the movies as well, to find some you will remember from the 80s.

There’s also a huge selection of hats to go with any outfit, as well as costume jewellery and sunglasses. Choosing a costume and everything to go with it is all part of the fun, so take your time and enjoy browsing through the different sections of our site.

We think a browse through our latest ladies fancy dress costumes will show you that the latest in fancy dress for females tends to be a little on the skimpy side – although of course we stock many styles and costumes which suit everyone – however much flesh you want to show.

Whilst there are always fancy dress costumes which will raise a smile such as nurse, housemaid, school girl, we’ve noticed that police officers, cave women, hippie chicks and even bumble bees can look quite sexy too.

It seems that some women want to dress up as army cadets, members of the FBI, cowgirls and even lady birds provided they can show their legs off to advantage.
With the winter here, people may wish to pile the warm clothes on and don’t worry there are still plenty of ladies fancy dress costumes to keep you cosy. These include Popeye’s girlfriend Olive Oyl and a 1920s flapper as seen in films like ‘The Great Gatsby.’

You might think that a Star Trek costume would inevitably involve showing as much leg as Uhuru used to in the TV series. However, that is not the case so check out the costume.

Obviously dressing as a Baywatch lifeguard may involve some goose pimples, so you might prefer to dress as a pirate.

We are Fancy Dress Ball and we sell ladies fancy dress costumes in your size that you can of course wear as many times as you like and you don’t have to worry about driving across town to return it either.

It’s quite surprising that police fancy dress is so popular amongst ladies yet there are very few famous lady police characters throughout history. Perhaps the girls are so attracted to the male police officer that their fantasy is to dress up in police fancy dress and reverse the role!

There have been hundreds of movies and television shows created around male police characters such as Dirty Harry, Miami Vice and Starksy and Hutch.

Cagney & Lacey cleaned the streets of New York in the hit TV series during the 80′s and Helen Mirren tackled more serious forensic crimes in the mini drama Prime Suspect. Interesting is the lack of police uniforms when it comes these women characters.

Police Costumes tend to be modelled on the US police force, uniforms usually differ slightly in each state. When ladies are looking for a fancy dress theme, police fancy dress provides the solution especially for Hen parties. Ladies can have great fun dressing up in sexy police costumes.

At Fancy Dress Ball with have over 40 police fancy dress which includes Dirty Cops and Prisoners of Love. Whichever side of the law you choose to be on we have a great range of police fancy dress to choose from.