Clown Costumes
You can’t go wrong with a clown costume, the sillier the better. After all, how often can you get appreciation for wearing clothes that don’t match, big shoes, and as much makeup as you want? Clown costumes are known for being a bit outrageous as well as colorful. There are also many great accessories to choose. Clown wigs that are big and colorful are very popular. What about that big red nose?
Creating your own clown costume is fun because their really are no guidelines and plenty of accessories. Oversized items always seem to work well for clown costumes. Big ties with polka dots, huge sunglasses, and of course those great big clunky shoes.
Clown makeup is generally easy to apply. The most common clown costumes include makeup that starts with the entire face being painted white. Bright red or pink lipstick is very common on female clowns as is red or pink blush that is very thick and bright.
The amount of money you want to spend on your clown costume and makeup really depends on what you plan to use it for. Someone who is looking to dress up for Halloween or other fun activity generally won’t spend a great deal on a clown costume.
However, if you will be wearing it often for birthday parties or self employment, then you will want to invest a little more. You will also want to be more selective with your clown costume items. Comfort is going to be essential. It is hard enough finding good walking shoes, but how about clown shoes that you will be walking in for 20 or 30 hours per week?
You also don’t want to get too hot in your clown costume. Look for clown costume materials that allow you to breath and that are flame resistant. You costume should be original and colorful, but not time consuming to put on or for you to apply your makeup. Look for quality clown makeup that goes on easy, stays on, and then is simple to take off at the end of the day. You will be better off getting quality clown makeup at a costume store than at a retail store.
The internet is a great place to find both new and used clown costumes and accessories. You can’t go wrong with a clown costume, so have fun with the idea and come up with something that fits your personal taste as well as the event you plan to wear it for.
