There’s no better feeling than getting your hands on the perfect fancy dress outfit. You’ll have been thinking about it for weeks but actually finding that elusive costume can be tricky, with a lot of the options you’ll come across simply not being quite right. You want your costume to perfectly match the picture that you’ve got in your head (or even exceed it), and if you’re looking for the best in women’s or men’s fancy dress costumes, you need to come to us.

We’ve got plenty of different options whether you want something classic or a bit off the wall, and with both men’s and women’s fancy dress you’re certainly not short of options. We can help you unleash your inner wild child or step back to the disco era with 70s fancy dress, and with all themes covered as well as all the accessories you could need to complete the look you’ll have no trouble looking the part.

Of course, it always helps if you’ve got some idea of the type of outfit that you’re looking for, but if not then that needn’t be an issue – simply browse through our site to get some inspiration, and we’re confident that you’ll find something to appeal. It’ll jump out at you from nowhere and you’ll instantly realise that it’s the one for you, so if you want to make sure you’ll get the fancy dress outfits that you want, make sure to come to us and see what you can find.

Planning a fancy dress party can be a great experience, giving you the chance to let your hair down and plan an event that’s totally enjoyable without having to worry about formality. But, what theme should you go for? You could always opt for an “open” theme for the ultimate choice, but sometimes it’s nice to have a few boundaries to see the type of costumes that people can come up with. So, just how can you choose the right one?

Often, the one that you go for will all come down to personal choice. You could have a particular love of a certain era, for example; with 70s and 80s fancy dress being particularly popular. This can give people a great deal of free rein and can allow them to get creative, but the choices don’t stop there.

You might want a superhero party or perhaps a film star theme is more your thing. You could go for something totally different like nursery rhymes or historical characters, and if you’re planning a Halloween party then spooky options are compulsory. The list really is endless, and you could find inspiration from anywhere – ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and whatever theme really jumps out at you.

But, whatever theme you decide upon, you need to find somewhere that offers all the costumes you could need. That’s why you need to come to us. We’ve got women’s and men’s fancy dress costumes that span a whole range of themes – if you can imagine it, we’ve probably got it. Come to us today if you need a bit of inspiration, and you’ll soon find the costumes that you’re looking for.

Carrying a little extra weight is no barrier to enjoying parties, and there is a huge range of fancy dress outfits available in bigger sizes. There are even some that will help accentuate the positive features of a larger physique. We stock plenty of ladies and men’s fancy dress costumes for bustier and curvier fancy dress fans.

Traditionally the place to start was with loose-fitting outfits. Cartoon characters like Tweety Bird allow lots of room for comfort and easy movement. We’ve got Tweety, Bugs, Tigger, and all your old favourites – even Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog. This kind of costume is suitable for anyone, no matter what size or gender.

Bigger men can make the best of their bulk with superhero costumes. Batman and Robin outfits with sculpted chest panels are great if your six-pack is well hidden under a few layers. You can use extra weight to your advantage and become a truly formidable caveman or aim for comedy value with our men’s Ugly Sisters outfits. There is even a special page for men’s plus size costumes under the general men’s section.

Curvy ladies don’t have to miss out on sexy fancy dress costumes. We recommend taking a look at those outfits that come with a corset – this will help reduce the waistline while giving you a profile that will really get noticed. The skinny girls will envy you and any eligible bachelors in the room will certainly take a second look! Check out our Racy Red Riding Hood outfit or the Medieval Tavern Wench for two good examples.

There are many reasons for wearing fancy dress. It is a great way to lower people’s inhibitions, it can make a party really stand out and obviously it is great fun.

However, there is also another possible motivation for donning fancy dress costumes, and that is to relive times gone by.

After all, there is a rich heritage out there and all too often it is forgotten in the mania of modern living. Indeed, in many ways we have lost touch with our roots.

Well, by sourcing women’s or men’s fancy dress outfits, it is easy to bring to mind past eras and to imagine what it must have been like to live in such times.

For example, you may opt to don Victorian costumes. Whether you turn up to the party as a traditional London bobby from this time, a Sherlock Holmes lookalike or anything else, you will be sure to get a great reception.

Alternatively, you could go for something even older – perhaps a Viking outfit or something from Rome. Indeed, here at Fancy Dress Ball, we also have medieval costumes, those based on ancient Egypt and Arabian clothing to get your imagination going.

Whatever you opt for, you will be sure to add a new dimension to the bash you attend.

You should also make sure you accessorise appropriately. Perhaps you could replace your mobile phone with something associated with the era you are celebrating. So, if you go as Sherlock, an old-fashioned pipe may be a must.

There are certain occasions at this time of year that may require you to wear Santa fancy dress costumes.

You might be attending a party at which women’s and men’s fancy dress outfits will be expected.

Similarly, you may want to pretend to be Father Christmas for the benefit of youngsters.

Whatever the reason, you can come here to Fancy Dress Ball to take your pick.

We have fancy dress outfits on this theme to suit all budgets, so there is bound to be the perfect ensemble for you. You do not have to break the bank to purchase your attire.

This means you will have additional cash to spend on other festive items, such as decorations for your home, food and drink to offer to guests and, of course, the all important presents you will be buying.

On the other hand, if you are looking for something a little more luxurious, you can get your hands on a velvet Santa costume.

Although this requires you to spend a little more cash, you may well get many seasons’ wear out of the garments.

The type of products you go for will depend on what you need them for and the amount of money you are prepared to part with.

By browsing our selection, you can find the ideal ensemble for you.

And once you have identified your perfect Santa suit, simply order and wait for the garments to arrive.

Yes, we’re serious. A new brilliant fad we’re discovered is the pet fancy dress party! Whilst we don’t stock full pet fancy dress outfits, we do stock a whole bunch of fancy dress accessories that could look great on your four-legged friend! But we haven’t told you the best part… how about matching your pet? Here are our top gents and ladies fancy dress ideas for pet fancy dress party guests.

Hawaiian Luau
It’s a relatively easy theme to pull-off.  Our collection of grass skirts, shirts, floral garlands, coconut/shell/flower bikini tops and hats is enormous! Why not pick from any of our bright colours and match your pup’s cute floral garland!

Animals
We don’t condone dragging one of our bodysuits over your poor dog, but some butterfly wings and antenna might go down nicely! Ladies fancy dress outfit seekers, now might be the time to sneak a look at our “Bumble Bee and Daisy Bug” section for the absolute sweetest women’s fancy dress options.

Gangsta
Your pooch should be used to wearing a collar, so any of our gangsta medallions and chains could be perfect! Don’t forget to kit yourself out in our “Old School Rapper Set” or 70’s fancy dress disco king costumes!

Pirates
Forget a parrot on the shoulder. Every pirate needs their trusty first mate on hand! Our “Skull and Cross Bones Bandana” also makes a great pirate neckerchief for your barking mad first mate!

Remember that first and foremost is the comfort and happiness of your pet, and you should both do fine!

Going out to celebrate your best friend’s last night of freedom is always a great excuse to buy fancy dress costumes. It is a time to have a bit of fun and do something wild, so have a look at some of our costumes now.

Hen parties will often go for thigh grazing, low cut outfits. We have a number of school girl costumes and our Leg Avenue range will always prove popular for hen parties. Your group may choose to dress up in sexy fairytale costumes such as Snow White, Alice in Wonderland and Tinkerbelle. Or you may all choose to dress up as cute sailor girls in nautical inspired costumes. Others will include our police officer and fire fighter ladies fancy dress outfits. If your group loves a particular decade, you could also use that to pick some outfits. For example look to the 1970s for some disco diva inspiration.

Stag parties may also opt for a theme. This will add a bit of laughter to the night and will make it a night to remember, even if things seem a bit blurry the next morning. We have a number of comical mens fancy dress costumes such as a vicar and tart costume and whoopee cushion. There are also outfits such as Borat and it is always funny to see a man dressed up as a baby or a Baywatch Babe.

If you and the rest of the stag party do not want to go down the funny route, why not dress as your favourite film or rock stars. You could also dress as policemen or sailors.

Watching films is one of our favourite pastimes and one that can be enjoyed of people of all ages. We will associate watching them with happy memories, so it may come as no suprise to learn that dressing up as your favourite TV or film character is very popular.

It does not matter how old you are or if you are a man or a woman, Fancy Dress Ball has a TV or film inspired fancy dress costume for everyone. For the little boys, we have a number of costumes such as Postman Pan, Spongebob Squarepants and even Dangermouse.  Girls can enjoy dressing up as Tinkerbelle or Alice in Wonderland.

Our adult fancy dress range also offers a number of costumes inspired by the large screen. Men can dress up as Edward Scissorhands or Beetlejuice. Women can choose from options such as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz and Wednesday from The Addams Family.

Couples can go to a party dressed as their favourite characters also. For example, Flintstones fans might want to go as Wilma and Fred or as Betty and Barney Rubble. Likewise, if you are going to a 50s fancy dress party, you could always take a look at our Grease section for Sandy and Danny costumes. Complete the look with a wig and your ready to rock and roll.

If you are holding or attending a children’s party, we also have a number of Disney inspired costumes such as the Little Mermaid and Buzz Light Year. That is sure to put a smile on your child’s face.

The 80′s was a decade of iconic individuals and groups from music, fashion and even sport, although it was TV and film that provided the decade’s most iconic influences. These icons offer some great ideas for mens 80′s fancy dress costumes, so, if you have been invited to an eighties fancy dress party, you may want to consider the following.

Tom Cruise – Top Gun

As Maverick, Tom Cruise was a super-cool fighter pilot who showed his vulnerable side when his best pal Goose tragically died. Men liked Maverick because he was arrogant, whereas the ladies loved him because he cried in his underwear. This film cemented the white naval uniform’s iconic status, and any guy who wears it to an 80′s fancy dress party with some aviator shades and a cheeky smile shouldn’t be lonely for very long.

Mr T – The A-Team

Mr T, as ‘B.A. Baracus’ was the A-Team. He didn’t like airplanes, pitied a lot fools and drank a lot of milk. It is a classic 80′s fancy dress costumes, needing just military clothes, plenty of gold chains and a Mohican hair cut. Now, repeat; “quit your jibber-jabber!”

Patrick Swayze – Dirty Dancing

Swayze became a heart-throb to ladies the world over after gyrating in a black leotard all through the 80′s smash-hit, Dirty Dancing. Of course, this fancy dress costume is not for the faint-hearted as it will require you to live up to your character’s dancing credentials. Still, there should be no shortage of dance partners.

The 1980s was the decade of icons, from iconic bands like Duran Duran, to iconic TV stars like Mr T. The 1980s, however, is perhaps most famous for its iconic film stars, which makes it the perfect template for a fancy dress party.

In particular 1980s film stars offer some great style ideas for men’s 1980s fancy dress, and, if your struggling to come up with an eighties fancy dress costume, dressing like an 80s male style icon is a great way to go.

Ghostbusters

Perhaps the most iconic of all the 80s films is Ghostbusters, and therefore it is easily one of the best eighties fancy dress costumes available. Whether you want to go as a Bill Murray’s “Peter Venkman” character or Dan Ackroyd’s “Ray” character, a Ghostbusters’s costume is a simple but highly effective way to make an 80s impact.

Patrick Swayze

If you feeling particularly flamboyant you might opt for Patrick Swayze’s “dirty dancing” look, which consists basically of a black leotard. Of course this eighties costume is not for the faint hearted, but it will make dancing that little bit easier! Also, the dirty dancing look is best pulled off by a twosome, so is a great option for a couple.

Mr T

Although technically not a film icon, Mr T deserves a special mention, basically because he is just so iconic. Not only that but he is also the perfect template for 1980s fancy dress, as not only is his look instantly recognisable but it is also pretty easy to pull off with some fake gold chains.