Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Buying A Supergirl Halloween Costume - Things To Consider

By Aiden R. Ringoldsen

If you're not sure what to wear to this year's Halloween party, or you have a trick or treater without a costume, Supergirl might be the perfect choice. She's not as well known as Superman, but a Supergirl Halloween costume is enough to make any one of us a cool crime fighter this year.

Supergirl came to comics in the late 1950s, and ever since, she's been a popular hero. For the entirety of her comics career, Supergirl has worn a version of Superman's red and blue, but with a short skirt. There's some variation, though, and in the 1960s, fans even got to vote on what Supergirl was wearing! The current version is the one most of the Supergirl Halloween costumes you find will be based on. It features a blue and red leotard, boots, a cape, and a short red skirt.

Of course, even this outfit has lots of different interpretations. There are kids costumes, toddler costumes, adult Supergirl outfits, sparkly ones, and more. The simplicity of this costume means a less variable price range than many other costume types, but there are still lots of options. For instance, some costumes include extras like false boot tops or boots. Some are better made and use nicer materials, which means a slightly higher price.

Some people will want to make their own Supergirl costume instead of buying one. However, that can be fairly difficult. Supergirl is pretty distinctive, so you can't buy most pieces in the department store or get them out of your closet. Sewing from scratch is an art in and of itself, so if you don't have experience with stretch fabrics and patterns, you might want to buy a costume instead.

Of course, that doesn't mean you can't try to save money on your costume this year. We all want to get the best possible deal. Don't cut corners and buy the cheapest costume you can find, however. You'll probably just end up with lower quality fabrics and construction, which result in a badly fitting, less durable costume.

The better option is to head online to do your shopping. You'll be able to browse through the largest selection of Supergirl costumes there is, making it easy to find the interpretation and size you're looking for. You or your child will be flying high this Halloween, and you won't have to spend a lot. That's because online retailers can offer you much better deals than most local stores, even on costumes with better construction.

Just remember to order in time to get your costume by Halloween, and make sure you don't get caught by surprise when shipping or handling fees are added to your order. Most of the time, they don't make a big difference, but it's worth looking at them to make sure you know what you're going to pay.

Not sure what to wear this year? It might be time to make it a Super Halloween. Supergirl Halloween costumes make a great pick for kids, adults, and couples, and ensure you'll have a lot of fun. - 15437

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