Homemade Italian Costumes
- Italy is often associated with the Italian Mob or Mafia, so capitalize on this fact for your costume creation. For women, pair a short, fitted black dress with thigh-high stockings and boots or high heels. Another option is a mini pencil skirt paired with a pin-striped blazer over a low-cut shirt. Sex appeal is a must. Add a loosely tied tie if desired. Cap the outfit off with a rimmed hat and a gun holstered around your thigh.
For men, sleek style is pivotal. A black or pin-striped suit, paired with a flashy tie and dark shirt is the classic look. Add a rimmed hat, shiny black shoes and a large gun, either held or tucked into your waist band. Throw a cigar in your breast pocket for an added touch. - For a historical Italian maid, begin your homemade costume by finding either a long, ankle-length skirt or dress. If it is a skirt, then pair it with a matching, long, flowing sleeved shirt that tucks into the skirt. Tie a large, lacy or frilly apron around your waist. Wrap a shawl around your shoulders and secure by tying at the neck. Add some simple flat or low-heeled shoes and tie some red white and green ribbons in your hair.
Don't be afraid to use bright colors as well as to combine different colors. Carry a basket and tie a scarf around your head for added detail. - The game and cartoon hit Mario Brothers lends itself well to costume adaptation. For Mario, pair a long-sleeved red shirt with blue overalls and a red hat. Add some dark boots and a dark, bushy mustache-- and the costume is complete.
The Luigi costume is the same, except swap the red shirt and hat for a green shirt and hat. For an added vintage touch, carry some vintage Nintendo game controllers.
