How to Make a Lovely Annie Costume
Annie is a Broadway musical that is well-loved by little girls from all over the world. Since its birth during the
70s, Annie was successful in bringing its influence to all who have watched it. Annie's character was born back in
1924 in a comic strip that was created by Harold Gray. Continuing this fun and proud tradition is easy by dressing
yourself or your daughter in an Annie costume for Halloween. Below are tips on how to do it:
The best way to effectively dress up as Annie is to watch the 1982 musical film which starred Aileen Quinn. Seeing
this movie will enable you to be inspired while you create your own Annie costume. You might want to emulate the
iconic image portrayed by Annie as she appeared in the movie's finale. Try to focus on that image by designing the
perfect classic red dress similar to what Annie wore in the movie.
When creating your own Annie costume, find a simple and plain red dress. The perfect red dress is something that
will feature a white collar and a sash at the waist. If you fail to find a dress that fits the aforementioned
specifications, do not despair as you can simply add these items for yourself. A plain white sash that is clipped
and stitched onto the waist of a simple red dress will definitely be the first step in making the perfect Annie
costume.
Find for yourself a pair of black tap shoes. These shoes are the perfect accessories for Annie's red dress and
little girls will definitely love the idea of tapping their shoes during the finale where Annie is singing the
song, "Together At Last."
If there is one thing that is mostly remembered about Annie, aside from her red dress, it's her hair. Try to
provide enough time in fixing your child's hair. Find a red, short and curly red wig and fasten it securely to the
head through the use of hair clips. Check the wig if it is already properly attached by jumping several times. If
the wig stays in place, then your daughter is good to go.
Being Annie and wearing an Annie costume should not limit you from creating your own identity. This just means that
you can still include any accessories that you think might add more glamour to the character that is being
portrayed by your daughter. There are some impersonators who dress up in Annie costumes who add vintage and stylish
trinkets on the dress and hands. For instance, a pin that is bearing the image of Annie can significantly emphasize
all the more the character you are impersonating. However, with a character that is very iconic, influential and
popular, such bits and pieces of adornments aren't quite necessary at all. But then again, the decision is up to
you.
If your daughter decides on wearing an Annie costume for Halloween, try to dress up as Grace Warbucks and convince
your husband to wear a Daddy Warbucks costume to support your little girl.
|