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Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Thinking About A Supergirl Halloween Costume?

By Aiden R. Ringoldsen

If you're not sure what to wear to this year's Halloween party, or you have a trick or treater without a costume, Supergirl might be the perfect choice. She's not as well known as Superman, but a Supergirl Halloween costume is enough to make any one of us a cool crime fighter this year.

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.

There are lots of different interpretations of this simple outfit on the market, however. You can buy metallic versions, adult versions, children's costumes and even toddler Supergirl outfits. Because of the simplicity of this costume, the price range is less variable than that of some costumes. However, you can choose from costumes with boots or boot tops, or those without. Some Supergirl costumes will have higher quality fabrics and construction, as well.

Some shoppers may want to save money by making their own Supergirl costume. However, you should keep a few things in mind. Sewing is an art all on its own, and sewing stretch fabrics is particularly hard. Since Supergirl is so distinctive, you probably won't be able to buy the components for the outfit at the thrift shop or find them in your closet. That means that if you don't have sewing experience, it might be better to buy.

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.

The only things you should remember when you purchase your Supergirl Halloween costume are to make sure you order early, and to check out extra fees. Shipping and handling can change how much you're really paying for your costume, though they often don't bring the price up much. If you remember to factor them in, you'll be assured of being able to get a great deal, no matter what your budget might be.

Not sure what to wear this year? It might be time to make it a Super Halloween. Supergirl Halloween costumes make a great pick for kids, adults, and couples, and ensure you'll have a lot of fun.

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