Saloon Girl Costumes: An Overlooked Alternative

When was the very last time you noticed someone dressed as a Saloon Girl at Halloween? Doesn't happen much, does it? Inspite of our fascination with the Wild West, and the larger than life characters that sprung from that era, you're more likely to get a gunslinger than a saloon girl at an adult's party. And it's a a sense of shame, as a properly executed saloon girl costume can command all of the attention the wearer wants.

With the bold colours and lacy edges, Saloon Girl costumes are much like Spanish Dancer costumes and French Maids. Often referred to as Can Can Dancers, or Dance Hall girls, The often short dress (or short in front, long in back) showcases legs amply, and the neckline of these dresses is normally also low. Often, a plumed headpiece completes the outfit. Only show girls and dance hall girls are notable for their plumed headpieces, and so you will not be relegated to the corner with 3 Bellas, 2 Red Queens, and Alice. You will stay ahead of the crowd.

The advantage of these costumes is the variety. There are a large number of styles available, from ones with short skirts, to more elaborate dresses with underskirts and long trains. You can consider on the shoulder or off, or add a petticoat for a more frilly skirt. You're not limited by a red and black costume either, there are gold, green, pink, and many other colours, so you are certain to pick one that suits your colouring.

Plus sized women have a choice in saloon girl costumes that is not often contained in other costumes. If you're a plus size woman, dressing as someone out of Avatar might not be possible, but there are numerous plus size costumes available. A number of these dresses are stretchy along with coming in larger sizes, so you can actually find something that will fit well and be comfortable.

Accessorizing this costume is simple too. A plumed headpiece if your dress doesn't come with one, paired with thigh highs and heel is absolutely all you need. If you truly desire something to hold, consider a fan. Since parties are often hot, you may be glad you picked on up.

Style your hair in curls, or an updo like a French twist with tendrils hanging down to get the dance hall look. If your hair is too short, try curling and fluffing it, or resort to the tried and true standard of spiking it with gel if you favor a very short cut. If you don't want a plumed headpiece, look at a couple silk flowers stuck to a small clip, and dangly earrings to catch attention on your face. Think about a Saloon Girl costume for Halloween, and rest assured that the likelihood of running into someone with the exact same costume are slim to none.