CHRISTMAS COSTUMES

Who’s that coming through the door with the white beard, red hat, jolly belly, and rosy cheeks? Is it Santa Claus? Perhaps it is Uncle Mike wearing one of many Christmas costumes that delight friends and family every year? Christmas costumes come in many different varieties, and they are sure to bring cheer to the office party, amaze the little ones, and even spice up the holiday bedroom.

Although when most think of Christmas costumes, they think of Santa Claus, many retailers that specialize in year round costume sales offer a much wider selection. If you are going to the office party this year, and the mood is right, arriving dressed as Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer will surprise your co-workers and deliver lasting memories. Think the school dance needs a little lift, try dressing as Frosty the Snowman and compel your friends to also come in Christmas costumes.

Although there are many places to buy Christmas costumes from, they can also be made at home. Many craft and fabric stores offer a wide variety of patterns to choose from, as well as all the extras one needs like red blinking noses, top hats, corn cob pipes, and a good, sturdy set of antlers. Often, assembling Christmas costumes at home is both cost effective, and it gives you and your family a way to pass the time on snowy days home from school.

Finally, for the “grown ups,” Christmas costumes can really turn up the heat on a cold winter’s night. For her, do something a little special like dressing up as Santa Claus and be sure to explain to her in detail how often she has been both naughty and nice all year long. For him, a sexy elf straight from the North Pole that comes to deliver presents and cuddle by the fire will make memories that last the whole year long.