Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Thinking About A Supergirl Halloween Costume?

By Aiden R. Ringoldsen

If you don't know what to wear for this year's party, or aren't sure what your child will be wearing to go trick or treating, it might be time to take a look at Supergirl Halloween costumes. They're a little different, but lots of fun. This classic costume never goes out of style, and is one of the few great women's superhero costumes.

Supergirl first showed up in comics in the late 1950s, and she's been popular ever since. For most of her comics career, she's worn a version of Superman's red and blue, but with a short skirt. Different versions of Supergirl have dressed differently. For instance, the current version, which is the basis for most Supergirl Halloween costumes, wears a red and blue leotard, short red skirt, boots and a cape.

Of course, as simple as this outfit is, there are lots of different interpretations available. There are versions in metallic fabrics, cute ones for toddlers and infants, kids costumes and ones for adults. Since there isn't as much to make big changes to, Supergirl costumes don't have as wide a price variance as some other heros. However, there are still lots of options. Pick from costume packages with boot covers or boots, different fabrics and better construction techniques.

Some people may wish to assemble a Supergirl costume on their own, rather than buying one. This can be difficult, however. That's because Supergirl is a relatively distinctive costume, and most of the pieces can't be bought in the department store or scavenged from your closet. Instead, they all need to be made from scratch. Stretchy fabrics can be a challenge to sew, causing many people to choose to purchase their Supergirl 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.

What should you do instead? Think about shopping online, where comparison shopping, looking at a huge selection, and picking out the best deal are a matter of a few clicks. You can easily browse through all the costumes out there to find the right size and style to keep you and your child flying high this year.

Just remember to buy your Supergirl Halloween costume early, and avoid letting extra fees damage your budget. The amount you're really paying can be affected by shipping and handling, though the price might not rise much. Just pay attention, and you'll get a great deal on even a small budget.

If you're not sure what to wear, it might be time to check out Supergirl Halloween costumes. They're great for kids, adults, as part of a couples costume and more. Have a Super Halloween!

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