For many of us, choosing the right fancy dress costume can seem like a challenge. With all the options on the market, how can you choose a fancy dress costume that will suit your needs? These are only a few of the most popular costume ideas that may be just right for you.

10 - Masquerade ball

This is a great costume idea for couples. In beautiful masks and Victorian clothes, you can recreate a classic love story.

9 - Sailor

This is a fun sporty look for men and women alike. Don your hats and be prepared for a fun night out at sea.

8 - Madonna

This is a timeless costume that has retained its popularity though the 80’s. Madonna has taken on so many unique appearances it may be hard to pick just one that you love.

7 - The seven dwarfs

This is a great group costume. You and six friends can fall into character, easily becoming the life of any party.

6 - Queen of Hearts

Feared and adored, the Queen of Hearts is a great costume idea for fantasy lovers across the world.

5 - Cat woman

From tight leather, to furry cat ears, women and children alike adore this costume. This is a classic way to have a purrfect night.

4 - Grease

This is a great way to reach back into the 1950’s from poodle skirts to a T-bird jacket. This is timeless costume idea that will last through the ages.

3 - Cowboy/ Old western

From John Wayne to Olivia de Havilland, Old western has been popular since the 1920’s. This is an idea that you can use over and over again.

2 - Mad Hatter

From Disney’s classic version to Tim Burton’s new adoption, this is a great way to create a half crazed look that will be the talk of the party.

1 - Alice in Wonderland

Alice is a sweet and innocent look that has become popular again with the release of the New Wonderland movie. This is a great idea for women and children alike.

With all of these fancy dress costume ideas you will be sure to find one that you absolutely love! Good luck and have fun creating that special costume that you will love for years to come.