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Tuesday, April 5th, 2011

Green Lantern sneak peek – WonderCon, you rock!

Hal Jordan has never been hotter

Green Lantern Movie 2011

Ryan Reynolds as Green Lantern

WonderCon has always been exciting -  widely anticipated releases of memorabilia, back issues of comics, new costume releases and awesome home-made costumes. This year, however, the most exciting thing to come out of WonderCon, is footage!

Over the weekend, Warner Brothers released footage at WonderCon of some scenes from the highly anticipated Green Lantern movie to be released June 17th. And it is AWESOME!!

Not only do we get a peek at the world of Oa, but we’re also introduced to a few of the characters – Abin-Sur, Sinestro and Tomar-Re. The design of the film and the cinematography look fantastic – fresh, exciting and very extraterrestrial. It also looks like there will be a ton of action in the film – sure to keep the guys as captivated as the girls (we don’t really need anything more than Ryan to keep us captivated!)  What’s most exciting? This footage is only in 2D – I can’t wait to see the 3D version!

 

Unfortunately, we can’t show you the new movie costumes just yet; though if you’re willing to take a leap of faith, there are a few available for pre-order. Either way, be sure to check back – they’ll be here soon!

“In brightest day, in blackest night, no evil shall escape my sight. Let those who worship evil’s might, beware my power… Green Lantern’s light!”

Green Lantern

Green Lantern

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Monday, April 4th, 2011

April Fool’s

Oh, ok.  You caught us.  Some of you caught on quick too.  Last Friday we announced the release of our supposed proprietary brand “RealPowerTek.” Purported ‘real-life superhero’ costumes that allowed somebody to dress like Magneto and hover in a slightly less illustrious way than Mr. McKellen has portrayed in the X-Men films so far.  Tossing on the famous red and blue Spidey uniform would allow any aspiring photographer to feel the geek as he scaled walls of heights up to 6 feet in the style of the famous web-slinger.  We also had one our awesome Graphic Designers dress up in our proported “Electrical Storm” costume, sure, she couldn’t control the weather – BUT WE SHOWED HER SHOOTING ELECTRICAL BOLTS, and she kicks really high too.

Hell, we went so far as to dub the tagline of “Real Power. Real Technology. Real Costumes!  We even issued a press release – complete with quotes from our CEO.

Obviously, this was one big April Fools joke.  One that we had a lot of fun doing.

Now, even though these “RealPowerTek” costumes aren’t real – they are based on actual costumes that we sell.  If you like what you saw, you can buy what you saw, just check out the guide below.

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The RealPowerTek Hovering Magneto Adult Costume was based on the awesome Magneto costume that we sell, and a badass pair of black boots thrown in for good measure.

Wear it yourself with this costume and accessory:

Classic Magneto Adult Costume

Shazam (black) Adult Boots

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The RealPowerTek Wall Crawling Spider-Man Adult Costume was the most straight forward of the three, with a rad Spiderman onesie.

Wear it yourself with this costume:

The Amazing Spider-Man Super Deluxe Spider-Man Adult Costume

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Our third, and final costume was the RealPowerTek Electrical Storm Adult Costume.  The really unusual thing about this costume, is that we didn’t even use our actual Storm costume for the main outfit.  We actually used our Iron Man 2 – Black Widow Costume to give her the appearance of Storm from the X-Men movies.

Wear it yourself with this costume and accessories:

Iron Man 2 (2010) Movie – Black Widow Sexy Adult Costume

Lala Ruched Thigh High Boots (Black) Adult

Cape with Collar (Black) Adult

Venturous Storm Adult Wig

Silver Lame Adult Gloves

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Monday, March 21st, 2011

Thor, Transformers 3 and Captain America – the most anticipated movies of 2011

Get your alter ego ready….

From superheroes, to super vehicles, 2011 is geared up to be a year of awesome movie releases! And where there are awesome movies, there are awesome costumes. Here is a sneak peek at some of the Hot Movie Costumes for 2011. Who will you be this Halloween?

Thor Movie

Two worlds, one hero…


Thor Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Thor Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Sif Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Sif Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Loki Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Loki Adult Costume - Thor Movie

Thor Girl Tween Costume

Thor Girl Tween Costume

Thor Muscle Child Costume - Thor Movie

Thor Muscle Child Costume - Thor Movie

Sif Child Costume - Thor Movie

Sif Child Costume - Thor Movie

Tranformers 3 – Dark of the Moon

Earth goes dark…


 

Transformers 3 Bumblebee 3D Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Bumblebee 3D Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Optimus Prime Female Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Optimus Prime Female Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Bumblebee Female Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Bumblebee Female Adult Costume

Transformers 3 Ironhide Deluxe Child Costume

Transformers 3 Ironhide Deluxe Child Costume

Transformers 3 Optimus Prime Muscle Child Costume

Transformers 3 Optimus Prime Muscle Child Costume

Transformers 3 Bumblebee Muscle Child Costume

Transformers 3 Bumblebee Muscle Child Costume

 

Captain America : The First Avenger

A hero for all generations…


 

Captain America Prestige Adult Costume - Captain America Movie

Captain America Prestige Adult Costume - Captain America Movie

Red Skull Adult Costume - Captain America Movie

Red Skull Adult Costume - Captain America Movie

Captain America Muscle Child Costume

Captain America Muscle Child Costume - Captain America Movie

 

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Tuesday, January 18th, 2011

NFL Conference Championship Match-Ups…Are You Ready?

The NFL conference championship games are the last stop on the path to Superbowl XLV.  Do you have everything you need to make your party team-worthy?

New York Jets vs. Pittsburg Steelers

New York Jets 18 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers 18

Green Bay Packers vs. Chicago Bears

Green Bay Packers 18 vs. Chicago Bears 18

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Friday, January 14th, 2011

Grenade Whistle…Just In Time For the Weekend

Those affable, Jersey Shore juice-heads sure know how to make a statement.  Take your queue from DJ Pauly D and pick up a Grenade Whistle of your very own!

Use this:

Poly Trumpet

To do this:

grenade whistle

To see the Grenade Whistle in action, click here.

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Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Kick off the Awards Season with a Golden Globes Party!

Making its premiere in 1944 to influence the public to buzz about something other than the seemingly never ending war, The Golden Globes Award Ceremony is now considered one of the biggest parties in Hollywood (which incidentally makes it the most entertaining to watch).  Party along with Hollywood’s elite this year by throwing your own awards style shindig! While you may not be able to rival the glitz and glamour seen at the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s annual bash, BuyCostumes.com offers an array of Hollywood – style decorations including a red carpet, Awards statues and even an Awards night scene kit to help transform your humble home into an extravagant and entertaining abode. If you’re looking for more than just that Tinsel Town look for your party, here are some tips on how to throw a marvelously memorable Golden Globes Bash.

1. Ballot Contest

Emulate members of the Hollywood Foreign press by filling out your own Golden Globes Ballot sheets.

2. Themed Beverages

You can go the classic way by sipping champagne, or you can get creative with your drink options by using some of these fun mixes.

a) The Golden Globe: 1 shot of Goldschlager; 1 cup of apple juice. Served in a red wine glass.

b) Glee Hot Toddy: Hot tea with honey and a shot of Brandy (good for the vocal chords).

c) If you don’t want to limit your guests to a certain drink, set up a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on a counter and label it The Social Network.

3. Drinking Games

This could be done in a multitude of ways. It’s usually more fun if you make up your own rules but here’s a couple to start you off with.

a) If you see a shot of a celebrity drinking, drink along with them.

b) If Ricky Gervais makes fun of a celebrity, drink.

c) If a winner “doesn’t have a speech prepared”, drink.  If said winner cries during their impromptu speech, drink twice.

d) If a presenter mentions how gorgeous their co-presenter looks, drink.

e) If you want to tie in your ballot contest with a drinking game, drink every time you pick a winner. (At the end, the person who has the most wins finishes their drink, then says a speech.)

4. Goody bags

Everyone likes free stuff. Pick up some of our VIP Goody Bags and fill them with Hollywood themed mini-gifts like faux bling, miniature liquor bottles, light snacks and disposable cameras.

Happy viewing from BuyCostumes.com!

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Friday, January 7th, 2011

Anatomy of a Football Superfan

The world of football can be summed up by two different groups of people.   The “casual fan” finds pleasure in catching the game on Sunday afternoons.  He might even get a couple of tickets to see a live match-up.  Tailgating and beer consumption is pretty much guaranteed.  Of course, he also owns a T-shirt with the team logo (and a replica jersey of his favorite player).  Alright, probably a coffee mug as well.  At most, he will pull up to the water cooler and play a little Monday morning quarterback with the guys at work.  But he is still a functioning, articulate and sane human being.

There is, however, another group of football fans.  “The Superfan” is like your high school pep rally on speed.  Inspired by the original cast of Ditkafans on SNL, a Superfan takes team spirit to another level.  They eat, sleep and live by the pigskin.  Tailgating with fully-customized trucks, creative team-colored apparel and at least one child named after the beloved quarterback (Growing up in Wisconsin, do you know how many Bretts I have met in my life?).  Rock stars have groupies and the NFL has Superfans.

They may seem a little insane, but when your team has worked all year to get themselves to the playoffs, there is no excuse to refrain from being a Superfan!  Go ahead and act like a crazy person (what else is there to do in January?!).  We’ve got everything you need to transform yourself from an average Joe to a fully-painted football freak of nature!  Football wigs, clackers and make-up will give you the look needed to compete with your fellow fan.  BuyCostumes.com has all your team colors in stock and ready to ship, arriving in time for the big game!

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Tuesday, December 7th, 2010

North Pole Inspirations: Buddy Elf and Jovi

Santa’s #1 fan and his mall-working muse!  This super-sweet duo knows that the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.

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Monday, December 6th, 2010

North Pole Inspirations: The Grinch

A Whoville legend.  Guaranteed to make your heart grow three times the size!

The Grinch costume is in stock and ready to ship in time for Christmas!

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Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010

Funniest Christmas Movies

Before the turkey has even been removed from the oven, bells have been ringing those familiar tunes.  Some retailers have been merry and bright since the Tuesday after Labor Day.  However, for those of us who live outside of the retailer calendar, we typically keep our credit cards in check until we’ve had our pumpkin pie.  With stories like ‘decapitation by way of *enter toy here* procurement’, your spirit may be feeling a little Charlie Brown-like.  Rest assured though, nothing tops off your chestnuts roasting on an open fire quite like a Christmas movie marathon. 

Christmas in Connecticut

A yuletide rom-com that has stood the test of time.  Barbara Stanwyck hosts a soldier for the holidays at her bucolic, Vermont home.  Glistening snowscapes, horse-drawn carriages and a tinseled tree set the scene.  However, this faux-homemaker has trouble keeping up appearances…even with a little help from her friends.  The Colonial Woman Dress will help you re-enact the tree-trimming sing-song between the two would-be lovebirds.  Nix the ringlet wig for something a little more pin-curled (the Burlesque Beauty Wig is perfect!) and bring this vintage vixen to life!

 

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

Oh, Clark W. Griswold.  He puts Ward Cleaver to shame.  From the Griswold Family Christmas tree, moose mugs for eggnog, 25,000 imported Italian twinkle-lights and the most entertaining family in cinematic history, no movie has taken us on a more amusing holiday road.  As a reward, I present it with a one year membership to the Jelly of the Month Club.  Grab one of our great Santa Suits and make it the hap, hap, happiest Christmas since Bing Crosby danced with Danny Kaye.

 

Elf

Get down off your throne of lies, spritz on a little fruit spray to cover your beef and cheese smell and dress for mail-room success!  Even angry little elves would have to agree that this syrup-obsessed, North Pole native easily makes smiling your new favorite!  Don’t be a Cotton-Headed Ninnymuggins!  The Buddy Elf costume will get to you in time to spread Christmas cheer (it’s up to you to sing loud enough for all to hear).

Don’t get mauled at the mall – put your DVD player to work and give your jingle bells a rest for the evening.  When you need to chuckle at the hustle and bustle of the season, sit down to watch one of these tried and true holiday gut-busters.

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