Top 5 International Fancy Dress Theme Ideas

Whatever your age, fancy dress is something that will never die out. As a child, there were probably countless parties requiring a fancy dress outfit and as an adult, the fun doesn’t end.

It could be said that fancy dress themes have become more and more creative over the years and while parties or nights on the town were once designated for quite basic purposes such as Halloween or Christmas, these days they can focus around absolutely everything. Perhaps one of the most creative themes is the international theme, which allows attendees to dress in any theme from any given country. Some parties will stipulate that the theme is only based on one country, but on the whole the international fancy dress theme is regarded as being fairly flexible and one that can make for plenty of creative costumes.

In fact, the creativity in relation to this theme is pretty much endless and for that reason, here are our top five ideas if you are about to attend an international fancy dress themed party.

Egyptian

Considering all of the history that is embedded in Egypt, it’s no surprise to see the country a prime choice on the international theme front. Egyptian headpieces are very easy to get hold of for both males and females, with pharaohs and Cleopatra being easy to mimic based on this attire. For those who wish to push boundaries on their night out, it is possible to get hold of mummy costumes although this might be an outfit you regret as the night starts to take shape!

Greek

Greece is another country which is a favourite for this theme and it also appeals to both sexes. Roman costumes are the clear winner in popularity, while Greek gods and goddesses are always common as well. Funnily enough, some people will also base a Cleopatra outfit on the Greek theme, with her Egyptian and Greek roots allowing the outfit to be used under both countries as part of the traditional fancy dress rules (if there is such a thing).

Scottish

In comparison to some of the other countries we have mentioned, Scotland probably seems like a surprise addition. However, while the country is of a slightly different culture to both Egypt and Greece, it has fantastic potential for an international fancy dress theme. There is of course the traditional Highland costume, while those looking for just a basic outfit could just get their hands on a Tartan hat and a ginger wig. Morph suits coated in the Scotland flag have also become very popular over recent times, while the ladies also have multiple options such as a Sassy Lassie outfit.

Japanese

However, while Scotland may have options, the scope for a Japanese theme is even wider. Ninjas are probably the obvious choice and with this outfit generally consisting of just a black top, trousers and a sword, there is the potential to adopt a DIY approach. Other Japanese outfits include ones based on the famous Karate Kid film or Pagoda costumes for ladies. An interesting choice can revolve around the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles show and if you are looking to take on a Japanese appearance for your party, this is probably one of the most inventive costumes to attempt.

British

Finally, if you want to keep things as close to home as possible, the British theme still has plenty of options. Unsurprisingly, many people opt for outfits that focus on the Royals, with mere cardboard cut-outs of the queen or any of the princes being common favorites. Away from that, union jack attire is a common option, with Ginger Spice’s dress being a favorite amongst the ladies. Retro clothing is also a common theme amongst those looking to pull off the British look with the 70s and 80s being popular eras and for those looking for such ranges; it could be advisable to check out 70s fancy dress costumes at Elliotts. Alternatively, if you are seeking to add a bit of humour to your costume choice, many fancy dress retailers have added a chav costume to their collection and this is something that always gets plenty of laughs on a night out.