If you are looking for a way to spice things up in the bedroom or simply heading out to a costume party with a hot new date, erotic fancy dress can add an entirely new element to your evening. Sometimes the same old routine can become, ahem, just a bit boring and you need something new to shake things up. You can find a huge array of erotic fancy dress ranging from traditional themes to some new ideas. One thing is certain, if you can dream about it there is an erotic costume which will make your dreams come true. Some of the traditional erotic fancy dress standards include French maids, cheerleaders, and nurses. I mean, who gets tired of playing doctor with a sexy nurse? Or perhaps you are more inclined to indulge in a house and servant game where the French Maid, dressed in a very short skirt and stockings, caters to the master’s every whim or desire? If you still harbor fantasies of the cheerleading squad from high school, you should pick up a cheerleader costume for your significant other and make your fantasy into a reality. For those interested in more scholarly pursuits, there are a wide array of erotic fancy dress options available. You can find sexy teacher costumes as well as stunning school girl costumes which will absolutely knock people’s socks off. If you always dreamed about seeing what Marion the Librarian looked like underneath the frumpy suit and glasses (or being a coy librarian), check out some of the librarian costumes sure to make you think of the library in a whole new light. If leather is your thing, why not try a Catwoman costume replete with a pleather jumpsuit? Meeeow! You could also go for an Elvira costume or a sexy dominatrix with a leather bustier and a whip. On the opposite end of the scale, a policewoman costume (with handcuffs) might be a fun change of pace. Fairytale costumes abound including all of the favorites such as Little Red Riding Hood and Little Bo Peep. There are numerous accessories available to complete your erotic fancy dress which will perfect your look and add to the effect. For example, what is a dominatrix without a whip? Or Little Bo Peep without her crook? Sexy shoes are also available which will make you go from stunning to absolutely eye-catching.

With Halloween coming round this year we can easily forget that the rest of the year is also a lucrative time for the kids fancy dress costumes industry.  One of the main reasons for this is the media exposure of certain characters or themes.  Of late it is the Superhero and Harry Potter fancy dress themes which have been in the ascendancy largely thanks to the latest Harry Potter film and the myriad of Superhero films that are released annually.

Add to that the ever popular Disney character fancy dress costumes and you have an all year round popularity of certain themes and designs for kids fancy dress.  Year on year there are new additions but as with most industries there are the perennial sellers.  The ones which regardless of the latest TV and film exposure always fly out of the shops.  Here are some of the most popular kids fancy dress costumes for this year in no particular order.

Harry Potter – In the last five years, Harry Potter fancy dress has grown into a huge industry with boys and girls all clamouring for the latest wizard outfits and accessories and of course the manufacturers haven’t disappointed and responded with a vast choice of relevant merchandise.  The Harry Potter theme is also going to be a big seller over Halloween.

Superhero – With all the Marvel Comic film adaptations over the last few years it is no great surprise to find out that Superhero costumes are once again back in huge demand with the likes of Batman, Superman and Iron Man all in favour with kids everywhere.  Along with X-Men characters, anything based around a popular Superhero is certain to sell well.

Disney – For decades Disney have captured the hearts and minds of children all over the world and not just with film releases as they are now the most popular choice for kids fancy dress costumes with huge demand from both boys and girls for either a classic or contemporary costume to suit their particular occassion.

A popular mode of celebration for children and adults alike, fancy dress parties have long been held around the world. Indeed, encouraging people to dress up in various styles of costumes, and encompassing an array of themes ranging from famous movies stars and influential cultural trends to superheroes and bizarre fashions, they are a great way to add a twist to any form of celebration. Having become firmly entrenched in Western culture, it is thought that they originated in Victorian times, although many believe their roots can be traced back to the masked balls of the eighteenth century. It wasn´t until the 1940s, however, that the trend for throwing fancy dress parties really took off. Whereas they used to be mainly held for occasions like Halloween, nowadays they are a common occurrence with everyone from the Royal Family and A list celebrities to students and the middle-aged eager to hide their personalities under the disguise of different characters. And, with the range of material on offer, there is plenty of scope to be original every time. According to the fancy dress experts, one of the easiest parties to throw, and one which is wide ranging in scope, is the army-themed party. In fact, it is ideal for bigger gatherings, in which lots of people are expected to attend, simply because there is no limit as to what you can do. Therefore, whether you are a fancy dress fanatic, willing to spend time and money on your costume, or someone who is less inclined to putting in too much effort, it is relatively easy to pull of the military look! There is also plenty of room for imagination, meaning you can look as silly or as serious as you want to. For example, if you don´t have many resources or the time, then you can cheaply and quickly create an army effect by donning a pair of combat trousers or mini-skirt and a t-shirt. Just remember to stick to neutral colours, like khaki. Make-up can also go a long way to recreating a camouflage effect, without the need for additional props. However, if you want to go all out, then make sure you do your research. It is relatively easy to create an inexpensive yet effective army look and with the range of paraphernalia available, you can really customize your costume. This is perfect, since there is less chance of going to the party dressed in exactly the same outfit as everyone else. So, if you want to hold a party, why not opt for army fancy dress? With the sky the limit in terms of what you can create, it is a great theme and one which will really help to get the imaginations of your friends and family going!