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Monday, June 15th, 2009

Captain America — Back from the Dead!

The superhero favorite Captain America will be “brought back to life” in a new line of comic books by Marvel Comics. The series of the comic classic returns after the fictional character’s tragic assassination back in 2007.

Although details of the Captain America’s “rebirth” have been tightly under wraps by Marvel, the series is bound to earn success with fans that have anxiously awaited the superhero’s return. The five part series entitled “Captain America Reborn” will be released early next month.

Along with the new series, more will be seen of this action star who is set to make the jump onto the big screen in the summer of 2011.

Here at Buycostumes.com, we could not be more excited for the patriotic hero’s return! The new for 2009 Captain America costumes will be available soon which we expect to be hot items come this Halloween.

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Friday, June 12th, 2009

Costumes for Dad

Father’s day is just around the corner, so why not surprise your dad or husband with a fun costume for parties and Halloween. Not sure what he’d like? Here are some options that would appeal to every kind of dad.

The sports fanatic – a sports themed costume will always score a touchdown with a sports dad. From football to baseball players, we have a variety of options that are sure to be slam dunk.

The super dad – let him show off his super skills with a superhero costume. Whether he’s dressed as Batman or Spider-Man, he’ll be the most heroic dad around come this Halloween.

The workaholic – he can be a doctor by day and firefighter by night. There are tons of costumes that work for every occupation.

Still not sure what costume to choose for him? Check out Buycostumes.com for more fun costume ideas for the dad you appreciate all year long!

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Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Flag Day

Each year, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14th. A little known holiday, Flag Day commemorates the adoption of the stars and stripes we know today. Although its not an official federal holiday, its definitely a reason think about the flag as a symbol of freedom and democracy. It’s also a great time to have a great summer get together. Don’t forget to check out our patriotic section of plates, cups, napkins, tablecloths and more! Honor Betsy Ross, the seamstress of our first flag.
Many communities hold parades and special celebrations for Flag Day. What does your community do?
So remember to fly “Old Glory” on Flag Day and thank our forefathers for the freedoms we hold today!

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Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

BuyCostumes is now on Twitter

Twitter asks users “What are you doing?”. Its a great tool for friends and family to keep in touch and also a great way for us to let you know what we, at buycostumes.com, are up to!

So follow us at http://www.twitter.com/ under username BuyCostumes for all of your costume and halloween updates!

Also check out “Celebr8Express“, “1stWishes” and “CostumeExpress” to check out updates on birthdays and parties!

Don’t forget to check us out and become a fan on Facebook!

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Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

New Movie Release — Transformers 2

Summer blockbusters are in full swing and the next big movie set to hit theaters on June 24 is the long awaited sequel, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. With the first installment of the Transformers franchise grossing over $70 million in its opening weekend back in 2007, the sequel is expected to bring in even bigger numbers.

In celebration of the autobot action flick, buycostumes.com is now offering new for 2009 Transformers costumes and products! Whether you’re a fan of Optimus Prime or Bumblebee, you’ll be “more than meets the eye” as your favorite transformer this Halloween!

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Tuesday, June 9th, 2009

National Fruit and Vegetable Month

Eventhough we should always eat our share of fruits and veggies to stay healthy, the month of June encourages this even more. Summer brings the gorwing season and Farmer’s Markets across the country offer more and more varieties each week. In honor of Fruit and Veggies Month, check out some of hilarious fruit and veggie costumes.

I would fall over laughing if I saw a giant carrot walking down the street. And what about the ever-so-popular Banana costume… remember Bananas in Pajamas?! What a great halloween costume idea… and personalizable with your choice of pajamas! And don’t forget the little one…how cute is the peas in the pod infant costume?

So make sure to get extra fresh fruits and veggies this month. Incorporate them into your everyday recipes and diet!

  • People who eat more fruits and veggies—as part of a healthy diet—are likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases. These diseases include stroke, type 2 diabetes, some types of cancer, and perhaps heart disease.
  • The CDC also recommends eating a variety of colors in your fruits and vegetables. The different colors signify the important nutrients that we need to be healthy!
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Monday, June 8th, 2009

The "Last Hurrah"

It’s June, and what does that mean?! It’s wedding season! Over the next month I’m going to three weddings and since I happen to be close friends with all of the brides, that also means I have bachelorette parties to attend. All the “last hurrahs” include a crazy group of girls but the festivities all seem to be different.

For the outdoorsy bride, a camping trip is on the agenda. I’m sure warning and advertising the campground that we have arrived will be smart with banners and balloons.

For the girl that likes to stay in and host small get-togethers, bachelorette themed serving dishes, martini glasses, and games will do the trick. Everyone can make bite-sized appetizers to pass and fun, fruity drinks to enjoy. Maybe have guests invent their own unique cocktails. Check out some great games to celebrate the end of the single life and the beginning of the married life.

And for the wild girl that likes to have a “last night out”? Make sure everyone knows she’s about to take the plunge with a tiara and sash!

Whatever the bride may decide to do, make sure that its her night to have a good time! Maybe get creative and have a theme party? A Casino night, Pampering spa, or Karaoke!

Some other useful tips:

  • Pick a date that works for the bride and the bridal party. Should be close enough to the wedding but far enough for recovery.
  • Every bride is different! What you think she wants may be far from it!
  • Don’t stress out about it! It’s a night to set all other wedding planning aside!
  • Try to keep the budget low. More girls can attend and we all know weddings can get pricey enough!

Any memorable or great bachelorette party ideas?!

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Friday, June 5th, 2009

Coupon Friday – heat10

Need to cool off from the summer heat? BuyCostumes is here to cool you down with some great Summer savings!

Many of the big blockbuster Summer movies are already in theaters or on their way and we’re gearing up so people can dress up as their favorite characters. Some of the hottest movie costumes this year are:

Star Trek Costumes
Transformer Costumes
Wolverine Costumes
Terminator Costumes
Harry Potter Costumes

Use Code: heat10 to save 10% on orders over $50 – Expires 6/8/2009

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*Use Coupon Code: heat10 to receive 10% off orders over $50. All products are eligible for this discount. Coupon is good through Monday June 8, 2009 11:59 PM CST. Merchandise total of $50 must be before any coupons have been applied and does not include shipping, handling, taxes or duty charges. Coupon will be reflected as a 10% discount on the merchandise subtotal on the checkout page. Coupon not valid on Shipping and handling charges. Coupon can be used in conjunction with any sitewide offers, but no additional coupon codes may be used. Coupon is non-negotiable. Not valid for prior purchases. We reserve the right to cancel any order due to unauthorized, altered, or ineligible use of a discount.

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