Every year, the city of Tampa, Florida, transforms into a lively hub of pirate-themed revelry as locals and visitors come together to celebrate the legendary Gasparilla Festival. This annual extravaganza, deeply rooted in Tampa's history and folklore, brings a unique blend of maritime mischief, vibrant parades, and community spirit. Of course, a pirate festival also means pirate costumes! Join us as we set sail into the heart of Gasparilla, exploring the swashbuckling spirit that captivates the city each January.
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Before we journey into 2024, let’s take a moment to look over 2023. And, what a year it was! For starters, Barbie taught us how to be "Kenough." John Wick still hasn’t defeated every bad guy in the world. "Rizz" has become word of the year (ensuring it becomes totally uncool as Millennials and Boomers start to use it). And toddlers? They're still obsessed with being bitten by a radioactive spider. Let’s focus our lens on the costume trends of 2023!
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Christmas has the best stuff. The best decorations, the best cookies, the best music—and, of course, the best movies and family traditions. Just think of all the warm holiday memories you have, including cuddling up by the tree with a big bowl of popcorn in your lap, watching the same movies year after year. (Don't forget mugs of hot chocolate!) Maybe you wear some of these Christmas costumes when you make your family Christmas cards. There are also plenty of ways to include Christmas costumes with the rest of your holiday cheer, whether you're keeping the Santa tradition alive for another year or you're planning to do a live Nativity. Check out these fantastic Xmas costumes and you just might find something for a new family tradition!
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The air is crisp and the colored leaves crunch under your feet as you make your way to the door. The rest of the family is waiting but this will be worth it. Your feathers hit the door frame and you proudly walk in wearing the best Thanksgiving costume there is: a turkey costume!
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Halloween is one of America's favorite holidays, but who wants all the fun to fizzle out in one day? Thankfully, it's very common to find local pumpkin festivals, haunted tours, hayrides, and other fall events to keep the festivities going. Some cities go above and beyond to deliver the best Halloween experience you can imagine. Here are ten of the best Halloween towns in America! (Of course, you're bound to find others more local to you if you keep your eyes open.)
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While we love a good live-action movie, well-made animation is always a treat! Disney is quite famous for their animated films, but there are more studios out there that we love. For example, DreamWorks Animation gave us movies like Shrek, How to Train Your Dragon, and Kung Fu Panda. If you're pumped about wearing some DreamWorks costumes for Halloween, we have several that you should check out here!
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