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  • Pet Safety This Halloween

    Pet Safety This Halloween Pet Safety This Halloween

    Halloween is almost here and we are sure that, by now, you already have your costumes picked out, the party decorations picked up and bags upon bags of candy waiting for eager trick-or-treaters. You’ve remembered everything, but what about your pets? If you have a dog or a cat and you want them to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween, here are some tips that will come in handy this season.

    Whether you dress your pet up for Halloween, keep them in their kennel or let them out in the yard, the holiday can be a very stressful time for them. Some pets might not like the idea of wearing a costume even thought their owners think it’s cute. Many cats that run the neighborhood risk injury from vicious people who think hurting animals is fun. And the thought of your dog biting a trick-or-treater in an especially scary costume is something none of us want to think about.

    Rather than exposing your pets to the festivities, follow these tips to keep them happy, healthy and safe this year.

      • No Candy: Pets cannot have candy, it is not safe for them and, in some case, could be lethal. No matter how much your pet begs for that candy bar, don’t give in, it will only lead to problems later on.

      • Pick Up Candy Wrappers: Just as dogs and cats cannot have candy, they cannot have the wrappers either. Being natural scavengers, dogs will sniff out that last piece of chocolate residue on the wrapper and eat it. This wrapper could get caught in their digestive tract causing illness or death. To counter this and the No Candy rule, keep candy and candy wrappers away from pets and maybe have some extra pet treats around for them instead.

      • Keep Large Dogs Away From Open Flames: Candles, jack-o-lanterns and large dogs with wagging tails is a recipe for disaster. A knocked over candle could start a fire that can get out of control in a hurry. Keep pets away from open flames or opt for the new flameless LED candles instead.

    • Use the Kennel: If you are hosting a Halloween party at your home, it is best to put your pets in their kennels so they, and your guests, will have a better evening. The noise, lighting and bustling crowd of people can stress your pet and cause them to do things they wouldn’t normally do. To avoid any problems, kennel your pets, give them plenty of food and water and have an Halloween that everyone can enjoy.

  • The Science of Scare - Why We Like Being Scared on Halloween

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    Why do we like being scared on Halloween? For many of us, it’s a thrill that gets our heart racing and the hair on the back of our neck standing up. Still, others seem to like the challenge of seeing just how much fear and anxiety their bodies can handle. Whatever the reason, the physical and psychological responses are the same for everyone; intense breathing, increased heart rate, sweating and a deep sense of fear that release certain hormones inside us that can stimulate our fight or flight responses.

    The very instant that we feel threatened and fear starts to take over us. Our bodies release hormones that trick our brain into making us believe that we are much stronger than we are, much more powerful physically and more intuitive emotionally. This adrenaline rush has been hard wired into humans making us almost drawn to this feeling.

    Psychologically, we have always had a certain appeal for the forbidden or bizarre things in our world. For most of us, we can watch these things unfold on the big screen from the safety of our living room and never have to delve any deeper than Hollywood let us. There are even those of us who identify with the villains in movies and on some dark, hidden level, we are cheering them on and hoping they don’t get caught just yet.

    It’s this emotional connection to the dark side of human nature that causes us to relish in the thrill of anything scary or twisted. Scary movies, and even scary stories, allow us to release strong emotions that most of us have no other way to release. This is especially therapeutic as it keeps us from keeping these dark feelings trapped inside us until one day we end up releasing them in a not so friendly way. Allowing ourselves to act out these emotions through the eyes of a movie villain is much safer for us and everyone around us as well.

    So just as one person’s horror is another’s ecstasy, we all like different things and different ways of being scared. And although that is very true, we all react to it the same way because of our human nature and way we are made up both physically and mentally. Personal pleasure can vary widely, so whether you are about to face your fears by doing something terrifying at Halloween or by watching a scary movie, either one can feel gratifying and rewarding at the same time.

  • Halloween Costume Safety for Children

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    With Halloween coming soon, the time to think about ghosts and goblins, ghouls and pirates is upon us. With the large selection of Halloween costume available, it can be difficult to choose one that your children like. It has to be their favorite character and it has to be “just so”, or they won’t enjoy wearing it. Choosing a safe costume is as important as choosing just the right one, so we have created a list of things to look for to ensure your children have a safe and fun Halloween.

      • 1. Find a Good Fit. You want to be sure to find a costume that fits them well; not too tight and not too loose. Your children will be running around, going door to door and playing with others, you want to make sure they are comfortable and help them avoid and falls or accidents from an ill-fitting costume.

     

      • 2. Look for Flame Resistant Material. Halloween costume often brings with it candles, bonfires and jack-o-lanterns. These can pose some fire hazards for children who aren’t watching out for them. Choosing a flame resistant costume will ensure their safety if they do come in contact with flammable objects.

     

      • 3. Nothing Around the Neck. Making sure your child’s neck area is clear of any restrictions is important. Be sure to look for any cords or sashes that could become a strangulation hazard.

     

      • 4. Choose Masks Carefully. When choosing a mask for your child’s Halloween costume, you want to make sure that the mask doesn’t obstruct their vision as this could be very hazardous, especially at night time. Go ahead and try it on yourself to make sure you can see clearly and your airways aren’t obstructed.

     

      • 5. Make Sure They Can be Seen. If your child’s Halloween costume doesn’t include and reflective material, feel free to sew on a strip or two to the back as well as the front. This will help them become more visible to drivers late at night and help provide them with an extra level of safety when crossing the street.

     

    • 6. Finally, Choose Accessories Carefully. This is important as many of today’s more popular Halloween costume come with a wide range of accessories available for them. Look for any sharp edges on wands, swords, knives and staffs as these could be harmful to your child or another if used improperly.

     

    Watching out for these potential hazards will ensure that your children have a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Happy Trick-or-Treating!

  • Why Do We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween?

    Why Do We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween Why Do We Carve Pumpkins at Halloween

    Why do we carve pumpkins every year at Halloween? It seems like a fair enough questions and the easy answer is that we carve them for decoration and to get into the spirit of the holiday. Does that answer the question though? Hardly, and if you or your children have ever wondered about this, read on and find out just exactly why we sit around on Halloween elbow deep in a pumpkin trying to get a candle to stay lit!

    Jack and His Turnip

    The original legend of the Jack-O-Lantern came from Ireland and it states that one day, the devil came to take the soul of a thief name Jack. Jack managed to trick the devil into not ever taking his soul and went about his life doing whatever he wished. When it came time to enter the Pearly Gates, Jack was refused entry because of his evil lifestyle. He then turned to the devil and pleaded to be let into Hell. The devil, who didn’t really like Jack anyway, refused him entry and sent a complaining Jack on his way. He also threw a burning ember after him which Jack fashioned into a lantern using a turnip he found in his pocket (who just keeps turnips in their pockets?). Jack then became known as the Jack of the Lantern, and he was doomed to aimlessly walk the Earth with nowhere to go.

    Swamp Gasses and Lost Souls

    Now, while that sounds like an interesting story and could even make an excellent Halloween party conversation, the scientific explanation as to how this rumor took life could be based on the swamps in Ireland that provide a quite unusual phenomenon. The swamp gasses would interact with the decaying matter giving off a strange light that would seem to vanish as people got closer. Before scientists could explain this phenomenon, locals would claim that it was the trapped souls of the dead who could enter neither heaven nor hell and would often lead you astray. The Irish would then use turnips or beets to create jack-o-lanterns to help ward off these evil presences and keep themselves and their homes safe. Some would create the lanterns as a means of honoring those souls trapped in purgatory, while others would use their mocking faces to scare away evil spirits.

    Whichever story you believe in, you can now say that you know why we carve pumpkins every year at Halloween and maybe even add your own twist on the story for your family’s next pumpkin carving party.

  • Great Fancy Dress Costume Ideas for 2014

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    This year has been a great year for fancy dress costumes with so many summer festivals inspiring our desire to dress up. This year has seen some massive movie blockbusters with Superheroes dominating the cinema once again. 2014 saw the release of Superman Man of Steel, Iron Man 3 and the wolverine making superhero fancy dress as popular as ever. Animated movies continue to drive kid’s fancy dress costumes and this year has been no different. Pixar, DreamWorks and of course Disney have continued to keep children and adults entertained this year. Monsters Inc, Epic and Despicable Me 2 have been some of the major highlights this year.

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    Animated Character fancy dress costumes have been particularly popular including monster Inc costumes and of course the minions! With the release of the Smurfs 2 and Planes from Disney, children up and down the country will be rushing to get the next fancy dress costume character. Summer has already seen some great festivals including Glastonbury, rockiness and V festival which is on this weekend. Without doubt the most popular fancy dress event of the year is Halloween which is less than 3 months away, and fancy dress costume suppliers up and down the country will be stocking the latest Halloween costumes. This year alone we have some great ideas for Halloween with the release of Evil Dead, a remake of the classic chainsaw massacre and of course the walking dead series offering some inspiration for those looking to cause a real fright this Halloween.

    2014 has indeed been a good year for providing fancy dress inspiration so if you are looking for some real inspiration for fancy dress then drop by our website today and browse from 100’s of fancy dress costumes for both adults and children.

    Author Bio

    This post Great Fancy Dress Costume Ideas for 2014 was brought to you by Alex Prevost from Character Fancy Dress Shop Aylesbury. They provide lego fancy dress and also a great range of Halloween Costumes and Fancy Dress Ideas for every occasion.

  • 3 Classic Halloween Costumes for 2014

    After another busy summer of fancy dress events, parties and festivals, the main event is almost here. With Halloween just a few months away, we are starting to get excited as we prepare for the biggest fancy dress event of the year which is Halloween. Every year there are many horror movies that offer extra inspiration for those looking for a Halloween costume. Over the years we have seen many new Characters become Halloween favourites. Here we present to you 5 of the most popular Halloween costumes which are of course available here at Character Fancy Dress.

    Jason Voorhees

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    The original Friday the 13th movie was released in 1980 and since then there have been many remakes. An all time favourite Halloween costume idea, Jason continues to make appearances at many Halloween parties across the globe. The most recent movie was actually released in 2009 which was a remake of the original movie. There have been many sequels, remakes and spin offs including Freddie vs. Jason which was released in 2003. For those looking for a Jason Costume this Halloween then drop by our website as we stock Jason fancy Dress for both Kids and adults.

    Frankenstein

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    An all time classic Halloween costume that has also seen many movies made over the years. The character is actually based on the novel written by Mary Shelly that told the story of an eccentric scientist Victor Frankenstein who created a hideously grotesque creature through an experiment that went wrong. This made Frankenstein an extremely popular Character that has since been symbolised with Halloween for decades. Every year Frankenstein costumes are sold all over the world. There have also been many movie releases including Frankenstein which was released in 1994 and was based on the novel which also featured Robert De Nero as the Frankenstein.

    Dracula

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    Another extremely famous character featured at Halloween is Dracula. Again Dracula symbolises Halloween and inspires Halloween Fancy dress around the world each October. The original novel tells the story of Dracula's attempt to move from Transylvania to England. A small group of people led by Van Helsing battle Dracula and his dark forces. In 1987 the classic novel hit the big screen with the release of Bram stokers Dracula. The count or countess continues to inspire Halloween costumes for adults and children as part of the annual celebrations. To find these costumes or more Halloween fancy dress ideas then check out our Halloween costumes here

     

  • Couples in Costume!

    Happiness is so much sweeter when it’s shared. The same applies to fancy dress! You can have so much more fun with your outfit if you share your costume idea with a friend, sibling or significant other. Dressing up as a couple is a great idea for theme parties, couple outings or simply making a statement – that you are together!

    Whether you and your loved one are entering a couples’ costume contest or just going out to celebrate Halloween or someone’s birthday, costumes for couples are a great way to have an enjoyable time together. They are a great favourite among people every year, as it is fun to co-ordinate.

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    When it comes to fancy dress, you have no limits. You can be outrageous, funny and creative. You may already have a completely unique costume idea for you and your special someone, but if you haven’t, here are some suggestions:

    Superhero Couples Costumes 

    Maybe Batman has an off-day. Batgirl is close at hand to salvage the situation! You can also choose to be Superman and Supergirl.

    TV & Movie Couples Costumes 

    From Star Wars, The Flintstones, Toy Story, Harry Potter and other perennial entertainment favourites, you have a lot to choose from.

    Career Couples Costumes 

    You could dress up as a priest and nun, striped jailbirds, firefighters and all branches of the military are just a few of the costumes for two populating this category. And yes, prison can be a one-night career!

    Funny Couples Costumes 

    Peanut butter and jellied slices of bread, ketchup and mustard, honey bee and bee keeper — who wouldn't get a chuckle out of these wacky costume ideas?

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    Getting Specific

    Here are some great examples of famous couples:

    • Bee and Beekeeper
    • Mickey and Minnie
    • Emily and Victor from The Corpse Bride
    • Jessica and Roger Rabbit
    • Shrek and Fiona
    • Donkey and Dragon
    • Ghostbuster and the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man
    • Woody and Bo Peep
    • Woody and Buzz
    • Buzz and Jessie
    • Batman and Robin
    • Jack Sparrow and Elizabeth Swan
    • Forrest Gump and Lieutenant Dan
    • Jack Daniels and Coke
    • Ken and Barbie
    • Sandy and Danny from Greece
    • Batman and the Joker
    • King and Queen (list several)
    • Jager Meister and Redbull
    • Ghostface and Sydney Prescott from Scream
    • Bunny and Pimp
    • Frankenstein and his Bride
    • Loofah and Soap
    • Lion and Lion Tamer
    • Count Dracula and his Vampire Queen

    Don’t party alone when you can pair up with a friend and deck yourselves out in the coolest couples’ costumes!

    Author Bio

    This guide to couple fancy dress costumes was provided by Alex Prevost form Character Fancy Dress shop in Aylesbury. They provide fancy dress costumes for every occasion.

  • Embrace your Outer Villain - In Costume

    You’ve been invited to a party and the theme is ‘Villains’. In today’s politically correct world, you will be better off steering clear of real-life criminals or infamous people who were around in living memory – especially if they are alive today. Don’t do a ‘Prince Harry’ and dress up as a Nazi – bad idea. Look further back in history, or, better still, opt for a fictional character and you will have plenty of scope.

    Real-life Villains throughout History:

    • Jesse James
    • Bonnie and Clyde
    • Guy Fawkes
    • Richard III
    • Edward Teach / Blackbeard
    • Vlad the Impaler
    • Attila the Hun

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    Fancy dress is all about having fun, so don’t get too serious with your villain costume. Maybe there will be children attending this event, so you don’t want to wear something too terrifying. If these bad guys are child friendly enough to make it into Disney films, then they are child friendly enough to attend the Villain Fancy Dress Party. An added bonus is that most children will recognise these costumes and can dress up as these characters themselves...

    Disney Villains:

    • Cruella de Vil – 101 Dalmations
    • Captain Hook – Peter Pan
    • Horned King – The Black Cauldron
    • Jafa – Aladdin
    • Gaston – Beauty and the Beast
    • Maleficent – Sleeping Beauty
    • Evil Queen Grimhilde / Witch – Snow White
    • Ursula – The Little Mermaid
    • Mother Gothel – Tangled
    • Queen of Hearts – Alice in Wonderland
    • Scar – The Lion King

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    Maybe you want to get creative with your outfit. Here are some other well-known fictional characters…

    Other Fictional Villains:

    • The Big Bad Wolf – Red Riding Hood
    • The Joker – Batman
    • Mr Burns – The Simpsons
    • Medusa – Greek Mythology
    • Darth Vador – Star Wars
    • Dr. Evil – Austin Powers
    • Voldemort – Harry Potter
    • Freddy Krueger – A Nightmare on Elm Street
    • Michael Myers – Halloween
    • The Wicked Witch of the West – The Wizard of Oz
    • The Shark – Jaws
    • Gru – Despicable Me
    • Magneto – Xmen
    • Chucky – Child’s Play
    • Gollum – The Lord of the Rings
    • Saruman – The Lord of the Rings
    • Bill Cutting, “The Butcher” – Gangs of New York
    • Mystique – Xmen
    • Bellatrix Lestrange – Harry Potter
    • Loki – Thor

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    Maybe you don’t want to narrow your costume down to one specific character? So you could choose a stereotype instead, which is a great idea if you're attending as a group:

    Stereotypical Villains:

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    So there you have lots of ideas to be getting on with. Share your amazing character costume with us on our Facebook Page or on our Twitter. Happy Costuming!

  • Fancy dress addict collects 365 outfits to wear one every day for a year

    A woman is so obsessed with fancy dress she has collected 365 outfits -and worn a different one every day for a year. Mary Saba  dubbed the Costume Queen by her friends left work colleagues bamboozled when she turned up to the office wearing a Little Mermaid outfit one day then dressed as an Oompa Loompa the next.

    The 27-year-old loves fancy dress so much that she's even travelled on public transport dressed as the Mad Scientist and 7 Days singer Craig David. Mary, from Sydney, Australia decided to wear a different costume every day for 12 months as part of her 26th birthday challenge.

    Mary, from Sydney, Australia decided to wear a different costume every day for 12 months as part of her 26th birthday challenge.

    "I was another year older and I wanted to do something special," she said.

    "My family thought I was mad at first, but they know how much I love fancy dress and a challenge."

    She said: "I would make some outfits from plastic or cardboard and I was visiting the local charity shop every weekend."

    She also planned the costumes and different themes a month in advance with help from friends and family.

    "I looked at the special days of the year and coordinated the outfits with those days," she said.

    Here are some of the costumes she has worn!!!

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    She wore a tinker bell costume on day 190 with her own little twist on it. do you want to wear your own tinker bell dress with a twist for your next fancy dress party? well look no further https://www.characterfancydress.co.uk/l

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    She wore this little mermaid costume for her final week of Disney theme, this was days 194.

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    She had her own little twist on the smurfs fancy dress costume, this was day 355 costume.

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    For day 177 she wore this elf costume with matching tights and hat.

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    For the 327 day she wore this eye catching superwomen costume with stylish red wellies and a blonde wig to finish it off. Get your stylish superwomen costume and put yours own twist on it.

  • Get your Wheelchair Costume Ideas

    If you use a wheelchair, or know anyone that uses a wheelchair, then you know how difficult and challenging it can be to find a unique and functional fancy dress costume. Because people are all different shapes and sizes, not to mention the wheelchair itself, your best option is to custom make your own wheelchair costume.

    A costume that is tailor fitted for a wheelchair needs to be able to function as well as impress. A wheelchair fancy dress costume also presents the perfect way to create a "one of kind" costume that leaves a lasting impression with both the person wearing it and everyone who sees it.

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    Whether you are putting together a costume for a child or an adult you have an amazing opportunity to create an award winning, original fancy dress costume that will steal the show, especially when dressed as a pirate in a ship!

    A wheelchair fancy dress costume can instantly stand out in a crowd and the sky's the limit on the ideas. The fun thing with these costumes is that you can go far beyond typical fairies, monsters, zombies and super heroes. Everyone else will be jealous when they see Batman gliding through the streets in his Batmobile or Cinderella arriving to the Halloween party in her Enchanted Carriage!

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    The most difficult part of a costume being used for a wheelchair is that you can't order a standard princess or movie character costume online or from your local store. However, with a little fairy dust and some big ideas, you’ll be able to create your own costume. The best thing about creating your own costume is that you can customise the design to do whatever you want, plus, no one else will look anywhere near as unique.

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    There are no limitations on what can be created for a wheelchair – a "spy plane" being flown by a secret agent, a princess riding her horse or a farmer driving his tractor. Add in accessories, wigs, masks and anything else you can think of to design and construct your fancy dress costume for one of the most exciting times of the year – be it Halloween or simply a birthday party.

    These wheelchair costumes are special, with the power to create a memorable experience for everyone involved, from the people helping to make them and the people that wear them to everyone who is lucky enough to see them in person. Get started now on your unique and distinctive costume.

     

    Images from http://www.costume-works.com/

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