Finding Mardi Gras Costumes That Will Make You Stand Out

If you're planning to have a big celebration on Fat Tuesday or, better yet, will be in New Orleans for the big event, finding Mardi Gras costumes may very well be on the top of your priority list. Sure, nothing is stopping you from showing up to the celebrations in your normal, every day attire, but what fun is that? This celebration is a time for you to let go of some of your inhibitions, have a few drinks, and get some pictures taken that you can look back on with fond memories. If you can't find anything suitable to wear at Wal-Mart (and you can't), here are some great places to look for outfits.

Local Shops

There are few better places to shop for Mardi Gras costumes than a shop in your area that caters to the business of helping people dress up. You'll get to personally inspect the outfits, try them on, and there may even be someone there who can adjust or tailor the outfit to help it fit better. You will also have the benefit of being able to ask questions, something you miss out on when you shop through a catalog. A knowledgeable worker will be able to tell you about current trends, what accessories would be perfect for the outfit, and more. If you have such a shop in your area, give them a try before you use an alternative outlet.

Online

If you have no shops offering Mardi Gras costumes in your area, the next obvious step is to look online. There are a number of benefits to shopping online. Yes, you lose the personal customer service that comes with buying in person, and you won't be able to try anything on in advance, but you do get some benefits that aren't available at the local shop. For one, you'll have access to a virtually unlimited selection. If you aren't happy with the outfits you can find locally, you're sure to find something you like in the vast resources of the internet. And if you hate being pressured by salespeople, then online shopping is perfect for you.

Self-Design

Of course, Mardi Gras costumes don't have to be purchased at a retail outlet. If you're creative and handy with a sewing machine, you can always make your own. One benefit to going in this direction is that you can be certain not to show up at a party wearing the same thing someone else is. Of course, if you have little experience with crafts of this nature, you might want to spend the money and get something professionally made.