With Halloween 2011 fast approaching its time to start thinking about what costume you are going to wear to the Halloween party this year.

With a ever growing selection of costumes and accessories available it can be difficult to find something to wear.

Of course you want to be in with a good chance of winning the best dressed at your party. Why not try something different this year. Everybody else is going to be dressed in costumes such as ghosts and zombies but have you considered a Roman costume?

There is a great selection of Roman costumes available and what’s really great about dressing as a Roman is that there is a choice for the whole family. The dads can dress as a gladiator or Roman soldier, the mum as Roman goddess and of course there is also a great selection of kid’s Roman costumes as well.

Roman costumes are also a very cost effective solution, especially if you are buying for the whole family. You can easily make your costume choice stand out from the crowd with some great accessories which won’t break the bank. Some of them you may already have around the home. A pair of sandals or your child’s plastic sword and shield might be a good place to start.

We have found some great sources of Roman Halloween costumes. Be sure to check them out.

More about the Roman Gladiator

During the times of the Roman Empire, they have taken entertainment to a realistic level. Even killing is a true to life event but nonetheless a form of entertainment. This is where Roman gladiators were born. This is somewhat a profession in today’s language. The only difference is that these gladiators are slaves thus their lives depend on their masters that also serves as their manager. In the event of the fight, when the audience wants the gladiator to be slain by its opponent it can be done with the right price as they are slaves in the first place. But as an entertainer, they must give the audience a good fight and a good show at the same time. It’s not enough to just go for the kill but the fight is also an important part of it. But if the fight will not satisfy the cravings of the crowds then a request for the kill may be implemented by the host of the event. Letting the kill happen is a form of generosity of the host.

Gladiators are not necessarily slaves. Some of them are free men that gave in to the idea of making money out of this event. The dark side is of engaging yourself into this profession is the revocation of your rights as free men thus granting you a title of a slave. And because you’re now a slave, your life will depend on your master’s will. There are also instances during this era that high Roman officials engage on these events. But of course they are treated with a handicapped match up in their favour. This placement has two purposes. One is for the entertainment of the audience and for themselves and the other is for releasing their own rage and acquire praises from the audience.

Gladiators are sometimes prisoners of war. The most robust among the captured were being sent to Rome as gladiators. This gives these prisoners the right to fight for their lives rather than being killed after capture. There are even events in history that officials grants freedom and rights to these fighters thus making them as equal as ordinary citizens. On the basis of making money, as for the payment for their fights, these fighters receive their share and will be kept by themselves for themselves.

If you’ll look closely, gladiators wear somewhat common style in their clothing. These are also accompanied with weapons and shields. Their style resembles a somewhat crossover of a soldier and a tribal or barbaric styles. This maybe because of the fact that their slaves, thus it would be suiting for them to wear clothing that resembles it. But at the same time their fighter thus some parts of a soldiers clothing can be embodied into their style to make a balance on both sides. There are three distinctive styles on Roman gladiator’s appearance. These are hoplomachus, murmillo and thraex.

Murmillo has a distinctive high crest on his helmet which has a broad rim that somewhat resembles a fish. This is also the reason for their names. He wears loincloth, a thick wrappings at the lower parts of his leg for protection, a belt, a linen arm guard and a gaiter over his right leg. He carries curved rectangular shield and a short blade called gladius.

Thraex wears a protective belt above a loin cloth, protector for his sword arm and shoulder, and a helmet with high crest, a side plume, and visor. His weapons are a very short sword with a slightly curved blade called a, called sica, and a rectangular shield called parmula. His sword was intended to attack the un-armoured back of his opponent. And because of the short shield, they needed greaves to protect their legs from attacks.

Hoplomachus wears to resemble a Greek soldier with a round shield, heavy armour and helmet, a spear and a sword. They would wear bronze helmet, a manica (an arm guard) on his right arm, heavy padding on his legs, and a pair of high greaves reaching to mid-thigh.

These clothing and appearances is derived to re-enact the wars of history on stage and of course with the realistic approach. All of this was for the praise of the audience and for the entertainment as a whole.

A Roman Centurion was a leader within the roman military and usually lead a group of one hundred men, or a century. A senior centurion would command a cohort, which was a group of 800 soldiers.

The numbers within the century groups changed under various leaders, and you will read many differing versions of the number of men contained within a century. Most commonly written is a group of 80 men.

A roman centurion was distinguished from a normal roman soldier by their uniform. They would wear a sideways horse hair crest upon their helmet, and shirt of chain mail armour. Their famous red clock would also be of much superior quality than that of a normal soldier. Medals would often be displayed to show their authority.

So if you fancy being the leader of the group for your party this year then there really isn’t a better way than to dress as a centurion. There is a great selection this year, ranging from a budget costume to premium quality costume. Whatever you choose, you sure will look the part.

This quality costume includes the famous roman red dress with gold trim, the leather look brown armour, gold wrist bands, cape and of course the centurion helmet.

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How about this roman armour set, which comes complete with the red feather helmet, chest and back pieces, shield, shin guards and a vinyl skirt. All you need to add is a cape and maybe a sword.

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This adult centurion costume comes with the robe and the leather look armour accessories. Why not add a helmet, some sandels and a sword to complete the costume.

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This premium costume is hire grade quality and really does look the part. This is a complete costume consisting of the helmet, shoulder guards, armour, cape, tunic and the shin guards. If you are looking for a real premium outfit, then this is for you.

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Further reading:-

What is the difference between a Roman Tribune and a Roman Centurion?

Roman Army addresses certain men of rank Centurion and Tribune.

Roman Centurion

A Roman Centurian considers the fate of his legion.

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Roman toga costume parties have become very popular, perhaps they have been influenced by the recent film Animal House.

There are many styles of Roman toga costumes available, and we have the best of the bunch illustrated below.

Adult toga man costume

Adult ancient Rome costume includes the tunic and the blue shoulder drape which has gold trim.

To complete this costume why not add some traditional Roman sandals, a headpiece or a sword and scabbard.

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Roman lady costume

Fancy dressing in a his and hers costume. Then is would be the perfect outfit to match your other half in his roman toga costume.

This costume comes complete with the dress, belt, cape and the headpiece.

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Roman Caesar costume 

Fancy something a bit more extravagant, then how about dress as Julius Caesar himself.

This high quality costume is lavished in gold trim, includes the long robe, red shoulder drape, the belt and the gold headpiece.

 

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Unisex toga costume

This very effective roman costume is suitable for male or female. Or perhaps you could dress in matching his and hers. Simply add a few of your own accessories to make the costume unique.

It is available in the following sizes:-

Female – Dress Size 10 – 16

Male       Chest to 44" to 48"

 

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The History of a toga

The Romans are well remembered for the togas that they wore. The toga is a very distinctive piece of clothing which was usually made from wool and was around 6 meters in length.

The Roman men wore thin linen under garments or loin cloths and the toga was used to wrap around the body. It was only worn outside and taken off when indoors or carrying out manual labour such as working in the fields around Rome.

As time passed on so did the style of the roman toga. The toga was adapted to be worn more loosely and larger under garments were worn. This dress was no good for the soldiers at war. The soldiers therefore wore a cloak instead of the toga, which was far more practical for keep the hands free for fighting and whilst in pursuit. 

So if you fancy dressing as a true Roman for your fancy dress party this year then what better way is there than to go in a toga.

Yes it’s true, you could attempt to make a toga from some old bed sheets, but you will never get the real effect and you may end up looking like a ghost rather than roman. Fancy dress costumes these days are very cheap and you can get yourself kitted out for just 15. Your will also never win the best dressed prize. 

So don’t delay, order your Roman costume today.

Do you fancy standing out from the crowd at your Halloween ball or fancy dress party.

A Roman Goddess costumes will really make you look beautiful. We have an excellent range of costumes available this year to suit all sizes.

Roman goddesses played a major role in Roman mythology, often featuring in roman festivals and religious gatherings.

Here is an excellent range of costumes for you to choose from. 

Roman Venus costume

The Roman Goddess Venus stood for beauty, fertility and love. What better is there to make heads turn at the party with this sexy costume.

Included is the dress which has a mesh shoulder drape, headpiece and a matching armband.

Sizes available:- 8 – 18

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Roman Blue goddess

Fancy some colour, how about this sexy slinky blue goddess costume. This comes complete with the baby blue short dress which has cowl neck detailing, the golden belt and a matching gold wreath.

Add some great roman costume jewellery and your be the star of the party.

Please note that this dress is a little bit "cheeky"

Sizes available:- 8 – 12

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Roman Goddess Costume 

This beautiful goddess costume comes complete with the long white dress which has metallic gold detailing around the sleeves, bust and the neck. The matching gold waist tie allows you to adjust the fit of the outfit. The matching gold leaf headpiece really finishes off this costume well.

You would look great in this costume, especially if your other half dresses in a roman toga costume.

Sizes available:- 14 – 16

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Goddess of Love costume

This is a truly elegant costume of premium quality, and has only just been released. This costume includes the long cream and burgundy dress with the attached arm drapes. The coordinating gold headpiece really does finish of this costume nicely.

You can be sure that if you wear this costume you will be  the most elegantly dressed at the party. 

Sizes available:- 8 – 12

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When choosing a costume for your party, your want something that really stands out in the crowd. These costumes are new this year so you can be sure that nobody else will be wearing the same. These costumes will really show off your elegant style. 

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Further reading:-

What’s Your Goddess Sign?

Powerful and protective, Diana is the Roman goddess of nature, fertility, children, providence and harvest. Finely tuned to their environment and the feelings of others. 

 

I suspect that it’s the mums or dads who choose a kids roman costumes for their child. There is a great range of roman are outfits available for your children so you can be sure that no one else will be dressing their child the same.

Kids loving dressing up, and what a better way to dress your boy as a  roman warrior or soldier or your little girl as a roman goddess.

Kids are cute at the best of times, but put them into fancy dress and they will be getting all the "awwww" at party. Whether you are going to a fancy dress party, a ball or doing the neighbourhood trick or treat tour, then whatever you decide your child will surely love their outfit. We all have a bit of child in us, but there isn’t a better way to enter the world of make belief then dressing up. Kids will be able to keep themselves amused all night when playing roman soldiers, or princesses, which will leave you to be able to enjoy the adult company.

Here are some of the kid’s roman costumes available this year.

Children’s Gladiator costume

This kid’s roman costume is a great look. Dress your little soldier in this gladiator costume for a full effect. This really is a complete costume, and comes with the helmet, short pair of trousers, tunic and the famous roman red cape.

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Child Centurion costume 

A centurion was a professional officer in the roman army. The name centurion comes from the leading of a century or a group of 80 men. If your child is a natural leader then perhaps this is the costume for them. This costume comes complete with sleeveless tunic and the bright red robe. Why not add a sword to complete the affect.

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Child roman Emperor Augustus

Emperor Augustus was the first Emperor of the Roman Empire. Known for his peace whilst in rule of the empire, he was later named as a God to be worshiped by Romans. This costume comes complete with the full length white gown, which is trimmed in silver and a 3m long toga to be wrapped around.

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Kids Fancy Dress Costumes

Choosing the right fancy dress kids costume for a party is not always the easiest thing to do. Here are some great ideas.

Kids Animal Costumes

Even if you or your child would rather not dress up as an animal, there is the choice to dress up as a zoo keeper and many more.

Kids Fancy Dress Costume Ideas

Here’s a look at some top kids fancy dress costumes.

5 fun fancy dress costumes for children

There are few things kids enjoy more than a chance to dress up in a cool costume. As the nation’s children head back to school over the next week or two, what better way to cheer them.