5 Ideas for Dressing in Amazing Bookweek Costumes
We’ve all been there – Book Week is getting closer and closer, and you still have no idea what bookweek costumes you want to wear. Well, Jokers Costume Mega Store is here to save the day. We’re here with some tips you need to remember when coming up with book character costume ideas.
#1: There’s no problem with sticking to your faves
We get it; it can be tempting to come up with the most niche costume ideas. When your brainstorming hits a dead end, though, you need to remember: there’s absolutely nothing wrong with sticking to what you know or, even better, what you love.
The most important thing when choosing among bookweek costumes is finding one that you feel confident in and passionate about. So, what better way to go about it than to return to your favourites? Take inspiration from your favourite literary characters or books to think of a costume that speaks to you.
Jokers Costume Mega Store has a wide variety of options, spanning tons of characters, franchises, and genres, for you to choose from. Whether you decide on medieval costumes to bring your go-to fantasy story to life or scary masks that remind you of your favourite horror novel, it’s a surefire way to make sure you’re going to enjoy bookweek.
#2: There’s more to books than protagonists
When you’re coming up with ideas for bookweek costumes, it’s common to forget that your options go beyond the main characters. After all, if you search for literary character costumes for a book or series you love, chances are that most of the results are of the protagonist.
That doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself, though. Explore literary villain costumes or outfits inspired by supporting characters that deserve more love to come up with creative bookweek costumes.
#3: There’s nothing worse than a costume that doesn’t fit
No matter how dazzling or book-accurate your costume is, getting stuck with the wrong size can lead to disaster. At best, you have to deal with a baggy outfit that ruins the literary illusion. At worst, the costume could be uncomfortable or impossible to wear!
At Jokers Costume Mega Store, our expansive selection ensures everyone, from little bookworms to grown-up book enthusiasts, finds their ideal match. So, whether you’re looking for fun bookweek kids costumes or for teachers, our collection is worth checking out.
#4: You don’t have to choose between DIY and store-bought
Love the uniqueness of DIY costumes and the convenience of store-bought options? Well, it’s a good thing you don’t have to choose; feel free to combine the two! You can add a dash of craft magic to one of our costumes to fully achieve your vision, or you can check out our range of accessories, special effects makeup or body art, and masks to take your DIY creations to the next level.
#5: Appropriate costumes are an absolute must
We’re all for expressing yourself and experimentation, but remember, bookweek costumes usually take place in educational and kid-friendly settings like schools and libraries. That doesn’t just apply to kids bookweek costumes, either. Even if you’re an adult, like a teacher, parent, or member of the library staff, you need to make sure that your costume is appropriate for the event.
So, steer away from costumes that are too revealing or graphically violent. Besides, with our wide selection, we know you’ll be able to find a great costume while keeping it PG.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are some popular book characters to dress up as for Bookweek?
We’ve got all the classic book characters such as Roald Dahl, Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, Cat in the Hat and Little Red Riding Hood. We’ve also got new favourites like Frozen, Pokemon, Minecraft, and The Descendants. All of these options are easy Book Week costumes for the busy parents out there. No DIY tasks here!
Of course, Book Week costume ideas will include all the incredible Disney characters and also the one and only famous wizard, Harry Potter. We endeavour to take the hard work away from parents, which is why we love to offer an enormous range of easy Book Week costumes. Of course, those suggestions only scratch the surface of what we have!
This doesn’t mean you need to stick to the classics, though. Costumes of characters from newer novels have also become extremely popular, from Khaleesi from Game of Thrones to a Death Eater from Harry Potter.
Are there any group costume ideas for Bookweek?
Yes, there are many group bookweek costume ideas to consider, like the group from The Wizard of Oz. Friends or family, you can go as the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Dorothy. Another great option are our Harry Potter costumes, which can bring the beloved magical trio to life, or our super hero costumes, which embody teams from your favourite graphic novels.
Can’t find a fictional group that fits what you and your friends are going for? Take it outside the box and dress up as characters from different books that share a common theme. For example, you can all don 1990s costumes to represent characters from books published in that decade or get cowboy and cowgirl costumes and go as your favourite western book characters.
Where can I buy affordable Bookweek costumes?
Budget is something you always need to consider when coming up with bookweek costumes. After all, having a stunning costume shouldn’t require breaking the bank!
If you’re looking for a costume shop with affordable options for the costumes you had in mind, Jokers Costume Mega Store is the right place for you. We’ve got a lowest price guarantee to ensure that you’re getting the best price for your costume. This means that if you find an item we stock being sold at a cheaper price by our competitors, we’ll beat that price by 5%!
Magical costumes at your fingertips
Are you looking for adult Book Week costume ideas? Don't worry, we've got some great suggestions for you. From pretending to be your favourite book character to wearing a comfy book-inspired onesie, there’s a great Book Week costume idea out there for you!
Why not get a few friends together and dress as characters from your favourite book series together? Even better – give out book-themed prizes at the end of it. Dress up is a great way to bring a book to life and show off your creative side at Book Week events this year. Have fun with it and come up with an awesome Book Week costume that will make you stand out!
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