Choosing Children's Costumes

When most people think of costumes, they think of Halloween. However, there are many other occasions where children need to dress up: birthday parties and other events are a great example. For these one of a kind events, your child needs a one of a kind way to not only play dress up, but to create memories that will continue on for the rest of their lives.

Families often tell stories about the funny and inspiring costumes seen on the children as they grow. When it comes to deciding what your child will wear to certain events, this is more than simply choosing dress for the party: it's choosing what will wind up in photos, stories, videos and memories for years to come.

If you have ever discussed this with other parents, you know that many do take this very seriously. There are literally hundreds of thousands of different collections that you can choose from for any sort of look you're going for.

First, think about the sort of things your child likes. This can be an excellent bonding opportunity for you and your child. Discuss the interests and the fantasies your child may have and go from there to create the costumes of their dreams. It pays to take your time, really discuss this with your child and make it an enjoyable experience for the both of you. This is something that from start to finish can be such a memory maker in and of itself.

The next consideration is going to be the comfort of your child. If you are doing an event like Halloween, this is particularly important. You will want to consider the weather, first, and if the dress is appropriate for the temperature. If it's going to be colder, there are many different costume options that are not only absolutely adorable but can also be perfect to keep them warm. Another thing that you might want to note is if the probability of rain or inclement weather is there, accessorizing so that the child's outfit isn't ruined by a bulky parka.

Second, think about the materials used. If your child isn't comfortable moving in the outfit, it's really not going to be a wonderful experience for them in any sense. Look for more soft, roomy outfits in stretch fabrics and be sure that you have your sizing down. More than one wonderful outing has been ruined by an ill fitting outfit, and this just cuts one potential issue off at the pass.

Another thing to consider is your child's age. If you do have a child in diapers, or a child that needs to make frequent potty breaks, be sure to choose one that is easy on, easy off. Also, make sure that the shoes aren't too big, masks and other things do not obstruct vision and that they are very visible, particularly for outdoor events.

To enjoy a successful dress up occasion, your child is going to need to have just as great of a time wearing it as you do choosing it. With as short of a time as we have to enjoy these types of memories, it's important to be sure that you choose wisely: something memorable, fun, comfortable and safe.