Fancy Dress

Pirate fancy dress outfit   by Joe Denver

Yo Ho me hearties!! We all love a swashbuckling pirate fancy dress party. It’s easy to either buy costumes online or to make your own from some old clothes.

Buying your pirate fancy dress
If you want an authentic pirate fancy dress, buy your costume online. They’re a good price, well made and you’ll find lots of choice. You can choose from a lowly rogue pirate, a Captain Hook or an authentic Captain Jack Sparrow outfit from Pirates of the Caribbean. They come with belts, buckles, trousers and waistcoats. Check whether the costume comes with accessories such as pirate hats and swords. Usually the price will determine what’s included. Boots are an extra but some outfits have boot covers you can wear over your normal footwear.

Making your pirate fancy dress
If you can find some unwanted clothes, you can easily make your own pirate costume. All you’ll need is a pair of old trousers and a shirt. If you haven’t got anything suitable, check out your local charity shops.

Breeches
Make the breeches from an old pair of trousers. Black or grey is ideal, but any colour will do. Cut the trousers off to just below the knee, leaving enough fabric for the hem. Turn the hem up, either by sewing or by using an iron-on tape. Most supermarkets or online stores will stock a tape specially designed for hemming. Wear a wide leather black belt or make one from a frayed piece of rope.

Shirt
White shirts look fabulous and will give your fancy dress a Captain Jack Sparrow look; but any colour shirt will work well. Use a shirt that is at least one or two sizes bigger than you would normally wear. Shred the shirt into tatters and fray the cuffs or cut the sleeves to three quarter length. Cut off the collar. Leave the raw edges fraying or turn them under to neaten them. Wear the shirt tucked into your breeches so it billows out, or leave it loose.

Pirates are portrayed with heavy black eyes, so wear eye make up to capture the dark, brooding pirate look. Wear a black eye patch and a long black curly wig. Beards and taches add a touch of class, but are optional. Not all pirates have beards!

Watch a few movies to get ideas for your costume. Pirates of the Caribbean, Hook or Peter Pan are excellent movies for inspiration. But if you don’t want to make a costume, you’ll find an excellent choice in the ready made section of any fancy dress store.

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