Choosing the Right Woman's Medieval Costume

Wondering what to be for this Halloween? Perhaps you should consider a medieval costume. These costumes are great because there's a style to fit everyone, whether you're petite or plus size. And, with the right accessories, your costume can stand out from the crowd.

Most woman's medieval costumes involve a dress or skirt, and the type usually defines the outfit. One piece dresses can be great for queens and princesses, and skirts paired with bodices and chemises can work for saucy tavern wenches and common peasant girls.

If you're choosing to be royal, look for costumes online that offer trim that looks like what we imagine royalty would wear: gold, brocade, velvet, or lace looking trims give the illusion of wealth, which is what you're going for.

When you look for a costume, whether it's online or in person, see if it comes with a head piece of some sort. Often there's a crown or hat that will help show you're not a peasant.

For a great finishing touch, costume jewelry full of large sparkling stones is a must. If you don't want to break the bank, check out second hand stores. Often, the jewelry is in display cases or under the counter, so you might have to ask to see some of it. Don't be shy! Why pass up that beautiful red stone necklace just because you're too shy to ask to see it?

Tavern wenches and peasants are another type of medieval costume women can wear for Halloween. These costumes are usually simpler in trim, although the costumes themselves may have more pieces. Most wench and commoners don't have large strands of jewels, or clutch purses, so make yourself stand out by your simplicity.

If you can, try layering two skirts of different contrasting colours, or pairing a coloured chemise under a solid coloured bodice and skirt. Or, use a bright coloured bodice with a dark skirt and light chemise.

If you must accessorize, consider using a wig or hairstyle held up with fancy hair pins or clips. A simple necklace of a thin gold chain and small stone or locket would also work.

Use a lotion with shimmer in it, and brush it on your shoulders, cleavage (if it shows), and cheekbones - pretty much anywhere the light will hit you. Use shimmery eyeshadow to highlight your eyes, or bold lipstick. You don't need many accessories to pull off the tavern wench or peasant girl, use yourself!

Finding a plus size medieval costume for Halloween doesn't need to be a daunting task. Full figured women don't dispair, Plus Size Medieval Costumes showcases several costume choices for you. Whether you're looking for a queen or a tavern wench, you'll find the medieval Halloween costumeyou're looking for.