How do you dress up for Mardi Gras?

How do you dress up for Mardi Gras?

Costumes are to the Carnival season as peanut butter is to jelly — indispensable. We encourage you to consider wearing one, or at least to accessorize with a sparkly headdress and some feathers. At the very least, wear something in the Carnival colors — purple, green and gold.

What are traditional Mardi Gras costumes?

Costumes: In New Orleans, it is a Mardi Gras tradition to dress up in multicolored fabrics, masks, and hats. The capuchon is a popular type of hat that is entirely associated with Mardi Gras traditions in New Orleans. This hat is shaped like a cone and is decorated with bright colors, designs, and textures.

What colors do you wear for Mardi Gras?

Remember: Wear the Mardi Gras colors of purple, green and gold during Carnival whenever you’re not in costume.

What do you wear to a New Orleans themed party?

While costumes of any color combination are welcome at a festive Mardi Gras party, purple, green and gold are the traditional colors. The color scheme was selected in 1872; purple represents justice, green is for faith and gold is for power. You’ll even see this bold color combo sprinkled on the celebratory King cakes.

What makes a great DIY Mardi Gras costume?

A great DIY Mardi Gras costume isn’t complete without a wig, hat, or headband! • Grab a soft, velvet cape or robe and become king (or queen) of the Mardi. • Complete your royal look with a deluxe Mardi Gras crown featuring faux fur trims and studded faux jewels.

What do you wear to a Mardi Gras party?

• Keep it casual in Mardi Gras shirts and tank tops. Find rugby shirts with purple, green, and gold, long-sleeved tunics, and novelty t-shirts with funny Mardi Gras sayings. • Go bold in Mardi Gras leggings, pants, and bodysuits.

What are Mardi Gras pants and leggings?

Our Mardi Gras pants and leggings feature traditional Mardi Gras colors, designs like fleur-de-lis, and sparkly sequins. • Wear a unique masquerade mask.

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