888.630.9224Some of us have the great privilege to live in an area where the weather usually stays at a constant all year round. However, most of America has to deal with fall and winter, the two notoriously cold seasons of the year, and still try to find a way to enjoy Halloween. Even in sub freezing temperatures, costumes are sculpted to perfection with little or no regard for the weather at all. Well that’s fine for those dressed as cats with questionable lifestyles, but what about us regular folk who are actually succeptible to frost bite? Here are some ways to keep warm this Halloween with any costume, without having to resort to the snowsuit.
Thermals aren’t just for ski trips anymore, in fact they’re great methods of keeping in warmth without adding extra bulk.They are designed to keep you warm and fit snug under your clothing, while being flexible and breathable. The thermal option, however, only really works with costumes that cover all, so if you’re planning on showing a little skin, long johns aren’t going to help you much.
If the thermal option isn’t possible, fear not! There are plenty of other ways to keep yourself warm while Halloweening. Adding and extra undershirt or shorts beneath your costume and if you’re planing on being outside, there’s no shame in just wearing a sweater or coat. If you’re planning on attending an indoor Halloween party or festival, a lot of cold protection may not be needed, but taking precautions is never a bad idea.
Proper usage of a hood in a costume also doubles a way to keep warm.
Hats are fabulous accessories for costumes, but can also double as a mechanism for keeping warm. Wigs, fur hats, fezzes, ski masks, and Davy Crockett raccoon hats are all necessary objects for their respective costumes and with the right quality and care care can be the only fortification your costume will need.
Pirates know how to p-argh-ty!
For skimpier costumes, you may have to go right into the construction of the costume itself to fortify it against the elements. Homemade costumes may be easier to modify, but alterations are still possible with store bought ones. Line the inside with felt or a waffleknit material, consider adding tights if it’s appropriate to the costume, or tighten it up to avoid any cool drafts that could run through you.
Spooktacular article! Fortunately, for those of us living in the southern U.S., the cold temps are not so severe. It can be somewhat chilly on Halloween, but we have no right to complain. Folks who live farther north have to contend with the more extreme cold, and slightly “spookier” weather. This commentary is unique and original. I appreciate your having posted it.
Very good seasonal article! Thanks!