If you have just received an invitation to a fancy dress party, the chances are you will be in a bit of a flap about what to wear. If this is the case, then relax, because there is a website which will be able to give you some great ideas for fancy dress costumes. The people at Fancy Dress Ball have brought together some of the best quality women’s fancy dress costumes and men’s fancy dress outfits available which means they are all in one place, making it so much easier to make your choice. Whatever the theme of the party may be, you will find a great outfit for the occasion, one which will make you stand out and add to the fun atmosphere of the evening.

Perhaps you would like to turn up dressed like Cheryl Cole? If this is the case, then you can buy a replica of the outfit she wore when she performed at the X Factor, and just like Cheryl did on the big night you can mime when her song comes on at the party!

For the guys, there is a huge choice when it comes to men’s fancy dress outfits, from super heroes to military uniforms which are sure to make you stand out. In short, whatever you are looking for when it comes to getting the right look for a fancy dress party, you are sure to find it on the Fancy Dress Ball website. And as an added bonus, once you have placed your order, your outfit can usually be delivered the next day.

When it comes to fancy dress costumes, it’s a whole lot easier to be whoever you want to be than it used to be!

At Fancy Dress Ball, we have an astonishingly wide range of both men’s and women’s fancy dress costumes – and we make it easy for you to track down the superb costume you want to make it a party to remember.

But what if you are not quite sure what kind of costume you would like to buy? Maybe 1970s fancy dress, or 80s costumes – or maybe you might push out the boat with one of our sexy fancy dress costumes!

It’s easy to browse our website, which is divided up to make it simple to find what you want. We have sections for ladies fancy dress outfits and mens fancy dress, but we also break down our high-quality stock into themes such as historical costumes, celebrity costumes and superhero costumes among many, many more.

We also carry a full range of children’s fancy dress to keep the little ones happy!

Once you have managed to select the costume you want, you will see that our prices are clearly displayed. It’s easy to order on our site, with secure shopping guaranteed, or you can give us a call to discuss your requirements.

Your costume will be with you quickly and in plenty of time for your event. And we can even help with wigs, moustaches and beards to add the finishing touches.

Fancy dress costumes are the perfect way to really let your hair down. You can be someone else for the evening and let go of all your inhibitions, and there’s something incredibly appealing about stepping into someone else’s shoes. You might like to emulate a film star, pretend to be a superhero or turn yourself into your favourite music icon – whatever you want to achieve you’ll be able to do it with fancy dress, truly giving you a night to remember.

There’s no end to the options available to you, and whether you want to opt for fun and light-hearted or all-out sexy you’ll find the costumes to suit. You could step back in time with 70s or 80s fancy dress or be the life and soul of the party by impersonating the latest music star – no matter what your preferences may be or who you want to be for the night, with the help of the right costume you’ll be able to achieve the perfect look.

Often, the success of a costume comes down to its accessories. They can make all the difference and can really make you feel like you’ve hit the right note, and whether you’re after accessories or complete costumes you need to come to us. We’ve got men’s and women’s fancy dress costumes of all kinds as well as all the additions you’ll need to really make the most of it, so come to us today and you’ll soon be letting your hair down in the costume that’s perfect for you.

Hosting a party for charity is a great way of getting together with all your friends and making a contribution to a good cause. For many charities this kind of event makes up a significant chunk of their yearly revenue, and you might be surprised by the amount you and your friends can raise in a single night.

Putting on a fancy dress party is easy. The tricky part is persuading your guests to part with their hard earned cash and there are a number of ways you can go about doing that it. The simplest is to charge a set dinner fee and have each guest bring a dish of food or a dessert to contribute to a buffet. That can be effective and you’ll know from the beginning how much you can expect to raise.

However, it’s also limited. Guests are more likely to be generous later on in the evening when they’re having a good time (and a few drinks), so don’t stop there. Auctioning off a part of each guest’s outfit – a cowgirl’s boots, a flapper’s chain of plastic beads, a wizard’s false moustache – can be fun and it can generate a nice pile of cash. Guests can also bring something to the auction, like a cake or an IOU for an hour’s lawn-mowing, and put that into the pot.

You can also charge for entry into competitions. Ask each guest for £2 entry into competitions like ‘best sexy costumes’ or ‘best womens fancy dress costumes’, reserve £5 for each prize and the rest can go straight to your chosen charity.

Christmas parties can be great. They provide a chance for you to unwind and catch up with friends and family over the festive season.

However, because of the fact they happen every year, it can be difficult to think of ways of making them that bit more special.

After all, while hanging mistletoe from the ceiling and attaching holly and other decorations to the walls shows you are making an effort, it is hardly likely to get people to remember your event as different.

There is one way that you can set your bash apart from others held at this time of year and that is to arrange it around a fancy dress theme.

The obvious choice for clothing would be Christmas fancy dress costumes, but if you would rather be more obscure, you can select any theme.

After all, there are a plethora of men’s and women’s fancy dress costumes to choose from.

Having this extra dimension to your social gathering will certainly make for interesting pictures and often those who attend parties like this have a better time because they are able to let their guard down more.

However, you should always let your guests know that you are planning to base your celebration around an unusual dress theme well in advance, particularly at this time of year.

They will have plenty of other things to organise so it helps if they have a lot of time to get their clothing ensembles together.

As long as you do this, you and the rest of those at your party will have a great time and one that you all remember.

Everyone loves fancy dress, as quite simply fancy dress parties are the only occasions where you can really let your hair down, and let your fantasies run wild – becoming that person you’ve always wanted to be for a few hours. Of course, girls in particular love to dress up – whether its for a fancy dress party or not – but why is that and what are the fancy dress options for girls?

Well for girls, fancy dress parties aren’t just fun, but they can also be a great occasion to to push the limits of style and create outfits that aren’t just sassy, but also stylish! With this in mind, why not give your fancy dress outfits a real fashion edge – perhaps with some fashion heels combined with stunning fancy dress outfit from Fancy Dress Ball.

When it comes to fancy dress costumes, girls are especially lucky, as for one thing they have all that hair to play with! With this in mind, girls can really elevate their fancy dress outfits just by elevating their hair. For example, if you were taking Madonna as inspiration, then you could perhaps teasel your hair for that immediate 80s Madonna look.

Girls are always going to be better at dressing up than boys, and therefore girls can really get creative with their costumes. However, even for fashionistas fancy dress costumes can still be a challenge, and with this in mind at Fancy Dress Ball we’re here to help – stocking loads of awesome womens fancy dress outfits!

For most of us, Halloween is the only night of the year where you will down be looked at twice if you go out for the night dressed as a zombie. It is traditionally seen as the one night where the most shocking or terrifying your fancy dress outfits are, the better.

There are traditional fancy dress options that will always be popular at Halloween. One of these is to dress up as a spooky skeleton. Fancy Dress Ball offers a wide range of skeleton costumes for both men and women which will send shivers down the spines of anyone lying eyes on you.

Another classic option is dressing as a zombie. We have a number of different costumes available for you to choose from. If you do not want to wear a mask, there is always the option of wearing face paint and fake skin which we also stock. Fake blood will also add to your look. All you will need to do is perfect the zombie walk for your friends and family. Our range of male and female vampire costumes is another terrifying option you may think about.

Away from the classic options, we have a number of new arrivals for you to choose from. The cirque sinister twisted clown costume is a creepy number for example. For all those fans of the hit TV series, Dexter, there are even mens Halloween costumes dedicated to the main character, complete with bloodied black apron.

With Halloween at the weekend this year, there is no excuse to not get dressed up and into the spirit of things. Start thinking about what type of Halloween costumes you want now, and read on for some ideas if you do not know where to start.

Fancy Dress Ball has a number of different women’s fancy dress costumes, but what do you choose? As Halloween is traditionally the season of scaring and celebrating all things gory, why not dress up as a monster bride or a lady vampire? Add finishing touches to your outfit by using face paint or a long wig. You may also think about getting some fake eyelashes or pointed fangs if you want to really look the part, and we have a wide range of accessories for ladies Halloween costumes to choose from.

There are also a number of witch and devil outfits. These all come in different styles and lengths so you will definitely be able to find something that suits all ages and all personal tastes. Add a broom and a hat if you want to be a witch, and add devil horns and a tail to make a convincing devil.

A lot of women steer clear of horror fancy dress and go for options such as nursery or fairy tale characters. We have Snow White and Red Riding Hood costumes for example. There are also costumes that are inspired by different eras such as Roman lady outfits and Medieval Maid Marion costumes. Or why not dress up in a funny costume such as our pumpkin outfit? The important thing is choose something you feel comfortable in so you are able to dance the night away.

The 1980s was a decade of powerful women. Whether it’s the femme fatales of Dallas or Dynasty or it’s pop superstars like Madonna – the 1980s was the first decade that was truly defined by its women. This makes an 1980s fancy dress party perfect for girls, who will not only have loads of style options to choose from, but will have plenty of female 80s style icons to imitate with fancy dress.

Undoubtedly the queen of 80s fashion was Madonna, and therefore she is the ideal template for 80s outfits. In fact her 80s styles where so diverse that choosing exactly what Madonna look to go for is a real challenge. Of course you don’t have to go the whole hog and dress entirely as Madonna, and you could use her style to inspire a more modest look by, for example, wearing some large earrings and having your hair teased.

If a Madonna costume is a little to obvious for your tastes, never fear, as she’s not the only 80s superstar. In fact there are loads of other female stars that are perfect for drawing inspiration from for 80s outfits! For example, perhaps you are going as a couple, in which case you and your partner could opt for the iconic style of Dirty Dancing. Or maybe you want to truly make an impact, in which case the flamboyant style of Cyndi Lauper is a great fancy dress look to copy.

There is no denying that the 1980s were pretty special in style terms, but in particular it was male fashions that really blossomed during the decade. Nowadays we seem to have forgotten those 80s ideals of male 80s flamboyance, however for the nostalgic (or brave!) amongst you it’s pretty easy to recreate some iconic 80s outfits for men.

Just like women’s 80s outfits, male fashion in the 80s was defined by its bright colours, including shocking pinks and bright yellows (yes, we are still talking men’s fashion!) and somehow men in the 80s were able to were such ultra bright colours and still look ultra-stylish. Think of Miami Vice, for example; an inspiration for many 80s men, where pink t-shirts were often combined with “preppy” looks to create a truly iconic style.

When thinking of the eighties, shoulder pads definitely spring to mind, and it is certainly true that women took centre stage in terms of business as well as fashion. However, men’s business ware also became an issue of power, consisting of strong designs with pinstripes and oversize suit jackets.

During the 80s, sports began to share the stage with a vibrant pop culture, and sports-ware began to be considered highly fashionable. These sports inspired outfits not were not only ultra-stylish and fashionable, but they were also brightly coloured, thus in-keeping with the flamboyancy of 80s outfits.

For 80s inspired fancy dress costumes that promote authenticity and style in equal measures, make Fancy Dress Ball your first port of call. We supply a wide range of men’s and women’s 80s fancy dress costumes to suit any preferences.