Go Medieval With an Authentic Looking Renaissance Costume Right Out of the Middle Ages

Life in Renaissance times was more then drinking ale and chasing after maidens. Certainly you had the look the part if you were a knight or of you were a royal you had to wear that fluffy white Seinfeld shirt. Here's some tips for putting together a well thought out medieval costume.

For some reason, the medieval and renaissance times are ones people flock to for costumes. Maybe they stir up, the valor of the knights, the innocence of the maidens the romance, and the dreams of being swept away on a white horse and of course, the huge meals eaten with no utensils!

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.

Medieval Costume Ideas For Men and Women

If you are going to a medieval faire and are not sure what to wear, you have come to the right place. Medieval clothing can be a lot of fun to experiment with.

Let's start with the women. Their clothing was for more than just covering the ladies body. It told their social status and marital status. You could tell by the quality of the material if they were upper class or peasant. The women that were married usually had their hair up, while the unmarried wore it loose. Medieval clothing for the women include pieces such as a kirtle, dress, bodice, corset, and headdress. Combining these medieval clothing pieces in different ways allows you to create costumes for a medieval princess, lady, or wench. All of this clothing for the women was very sexy for its time period, too.

Medieval clothing for the men worked basically the same way as far as the social status. The better the material, the higher class the man. Also, the fit of the sleeve was a sign of your status. The typical inventory of clothing for men usually consisted of vests, tunics, doublets, cloaks, stockings, and breeches. To match, you can go to the faire as a Knight, a gentleman or perhaps a sorcerer.

Top 10 Couples Halloween Costumes Ideas For 2009

This year you can choose a collection of couples costumes sure to be a hit at any adult Halloween party! There's something here for adults of all ages. If you're looking for ideas for couples costumes this year, here's our pick of the top 10 couples costumes for 2009.

1. THE FLINTSTONES

Fred and Wilma are back! Fred Flintstone is a fictional character who originated in the animated sitcom The Flintstones on ABC.Wilma is also a fictional character in The Flintstones. She was the red-headed wife of caveman Fred Flintstone.

2. PLUG & SOCKET

This is a favorite costume from previous years that continues to sell well. You'll get plenty of laughs with this couples costume selection.This couples costume includes black and grey socket costume and white plug costume with cord.

3. TOY STORY

The Toy Story couples costume remains a favorite for couples. After all, who wouldn't want a Woody?

4. BATMAN & SEXY ROBIN

The Batman and Sexy Robin couples costumes selection is sure to turn heads at your Halloween party this season.

5. VIKING AND PRINCESS

Nordic Viking and Princess - Turn back the hands of time to medieval days and the Viking Age, in particular, with a fabulous Viking Princess costume.

6. MOB SCENE

Gangsters are Back! You will surely feel good being a gangster with these gangster costumes. No matter if you're interested in a Playboy Gangster costume or a a gun and garter set,these kind of costumes will prove that sometimes it's good to be ba ba ba bad.

7. SCOOBY DOO

Fred and Daphne are Back! Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed is a 2004 film, and sequel to 2002's Scooby-Doo based on the Hanna-Barbera series classic, Scooby-Doo. Fred and Daphne are 2 dramatis personae in the Movie.

8. POPEYE & Olive OYL

Popeye and Olive Oyl are 2 fictional hero famous for appearing in comic strips and animated films as well as numerous television shows.

9. LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

The fairytale continues!

10. BUSTED POLICE

DON'T joke Police,but in Halloween party, You're Busted!

If you choose to buy a costume rather than make one by yourself, you can find plenty of crazy top couples Halloween costumes in very good prices at online stores. For example, you may want Halloween costumes to turn you into polices, or you might want to look at some other sexy Halloween costumes ideas such as the "SHIPMATE CUTIE/ PINUP GIRL " costumes or NURSE KANDI SEXY COSTUME. There are ton of ideas out there, so have fun finding your choice!