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Adult Fancy Dress Costumes

Adult Costumes

Adult costumes! Did you know fancy dress themed parties are just as popular as they ever were? Now you might need some help deciding what to dress as - but that's okay! We at Hollywood Fancy Dress have some amazing costumes just for you! From Superhero licensed outfits such as Batman and Superman to classic 80 movie icons! These include Teen Wolf, Terminator and Star Wars (the later movies of the original trilogy). But not only that! We have fabulous Disney outfits so you can be your favourite Disney Princess that you've always wanted to be, like Snow White or Belle! We even have your everyday heroes! So don't fear dressing as a nurse or fireman - you can do it in style here at Hollywood Fancy Dress! We are the number one place on the South coast of England for Fancy Dress and party goods! So next time you plan a party, shop Hollywood!

  1. Maleficent 2014 Movie Release

    Maleficent 2014 Movie Release
    "The princess shall indeed grow in grace and beauty, beloved by all who know her. But... before the sun sets on her 16th birthday, she shall prick her finger, on the spindle of a spinning wheel - AND DIE!" - Maleficent, Disney's 1959 'Sleeping Beauty'. One of the most beloved Fairy Tales of all time is coming back to our...
  2. Fun Fancy Dress Ideas for Your Hen Party

    Fun Fancy Dress Ideas for Your Hen Party
    So you are planning a hen party before your big day? Why not get a little bit silly and wear a Fancy Dress costume? Getting dressed up for your hen party can be a lot of fun and will bring you and your girlfriends plenty of laughs. However, you don’t want to get dressed up in the same old boring fancy dress costumes. There have been a million nurses, Playboy bunnies and French maids on hen parties, so why not wear something more creative and interesting? If you are looking for some inspiration, here are some fun fancy dress ideas: Continue reading →
  3. X-Men Film Offers Plenty of Fancy Dress Costume Inspiration

    X-Men Film Offers Plenty of Fancy Dress Costume Inspiration
    If you are looking for fancy dress costume inspiration for your next party, why not look to the silver screen and be inspired by the newest X-Men film? The excitement is building in the lead up to the release of the “X-Men: Days of Future Past” film, which will be released on May 22nd, 2014. Continue reading →
  4. Bournemouth 7s 2014

    Bournemouth 7s 2014
    It’s that time of year again boys and girls! Bournemouth 7s 2014 is on the horizon, it’s so close we can feel it and here at Hollywood we are certainly feeling the excitement! Get ready to witness the strongest sports teams in the country go head to head to prove they are the best. This year will see fierce competition in the sporting arenas and fierce fancy dress too with a zoo party and lederhosen theme! So ladies, don that leopard print cat suit, break out the Bavarian beer wench dress! Guys get your lederhosen on and prepare to monkey around because this is going to be mega! ANIMAL THEMED - Bournemouth 7s Continue reading →
  5. PARTY PONCHOS - BRAND NEW COLLECTION!

    PARTY PONCHOS - BRAND NEW COLLECTION!
    British weather… don’t we just LOVE it? Well now you really can with this amazing new range of party ponchos created by our biggest supplier just in time for the festival season! This beautiful British summer you can battle the elements in true style with these fun, colourful and waterproof animal design ponchos. The perfect accessory for every festival goer, these ponchos are light and compact so will fit in even the smallest of luggage cases. You can even attach the case to your belt and be ready to whip out when the bad weather strikes! They all come with a front pocket for your essentials or even your umbrella if you’re facing a serious down pour! Continue reading →
  6. May the Fourth Be With You On Star Wars Day

    May the Fourth Be With You On Star Wars Day
    May the Fourth just might be the geekiest day of the year, this holiday has developed thanks to a clever play on words. Star Wars Day is an unofficial holiday in May that honours the much-loved space science fiction franchise Star Wars, created by director George Lucas and our team have already been having some fun as you can watch below. Continue reading →
  7. Real Brothers RALSA Fund raiser!

    Real Brothers RALSA Fund raiser!
    Thursday 8th May is a date for everyone’s diary because The Real Brothers are back! For those of you aren't quite sure on who these delights are they host the biggest and best parties around! Celebrate and help fund-raise with this brilliant Real Brothers RALSA Fund raiser! Here at Hollywood we love hearing these guys are back in Bournemouth, filling Cameo with students, fun and the best music around. Continue reading →
  8. May The 4th Be With You!

    May The 4th Be With You!
    A few days from now in a shop not so far, far away, several new versions of our favourite star wars character costumes are waiting to be worn. Here at Hollywood we’re ready and waiting to fulfil all of you Star Wars shaped needs. We have it all from the deluxe, movie quality hire costumes to the brand new second...
  9. New Vintage Hire Costumes Sale Rail!

    New Vintage Hire Costumes Sale Rail!
    We have an exciting new sale rail at our Castle Lane Store! This fantastic 'Vintage Hire Costumes Sale Rail' is located on our bottom floor at our Castle Lane Branch, on Castle Lane West. This genius new rail is not only a BARGAIN but a brilliant way to get your hands on an authentic/ vintage fancy dress costume! These fabulous and...
  10. Student Traffic Geek Chick Night 2014!

    Student Traffic Geek Chick Night 2014!
    Do you have your Geek Costume for the Student Traffic Geek Chick night at the old fire station (Bournemouth) on 10th April (Tomorrow) yet?! Completely Nerd out in style with our fantastic Geek and School day accessories and costumes! This fantastic night is for students and one of the most memorable nights of the year! https://www.facebook.com/events/1476715729208513/ So grab a friend...
  11. Sport Relief 21st-23rd March 2014

    Sport Relief 21st-23rd March 2014
    What are you planning on doing for sports relief this year? Climbing a mountain or swimming a voyage? Perhaps you are more of a less ambitious yet creative person! If so then why not dress up silly and compete in a sport to raise some money? Why not take a look at our Funny costume collection? Why not be the...
  12. New Years Eve 2013!

    New Years Eve 2013!
    Celebrate New Years Eve in style this years and stroll into the 2014 with memories that will last a life time. We have a fabulous costume range that even mother monster herself would be jealous of! For the ladies that like to glam it up and show a little more we have a fantastic fever range and this year we...
  13. Exalt This Christmas In Style!

    Exalt This Christmas In Style!
    It's official it is 29 days to Christmas- that's less than a month! But for you lucky shoppers finding your perfect Christmas costume has never been easier. We have an entire festive, Christmas range to offer- such as our popular fever range! If you are looking to dress as a celestial being than try our gorgeous Heaven Sent costume. Want to...
  14. Late Night Fancy Dress Shopping

    Late Night Fancy Dress Shopping
    Christmas is coming! To help countdown to Christmas we have an exclusive late night shopping evening! This evening is taking place on the 5th of December 2013, opening at 10am to 8pm. Grab your Christmas goodies and costumes and take advantage of this late night opening! From hundreds of costumes to choose from, including bargain Santa's and elf's starting at...
  15. NEW HALLOWEEN COSTUMES AARRGGHH!

    NEW HALLOWEEN COSTUMES AARRGGHH!
    Well hello there scary Party People, we meet again! It’s me Lenny and I’m writing to say this Halloween I’ve found some costumes more frightening than Tartar sauce! Our new ranges have just hit the shop floor, and beware they will sell out very, very fast. As well as welcoming back in some old favourites like Zombie Dorothy and Freddy...
  16. Halloween is a time to Make Up!

    Halloween is a time to Make Up!
    I’ve come to suck you blood…not really, I’m only here to tell you about our great new make-up kits that have arrived in Hollywood! We’ve just introduced our new Glow in the Dark Skeleton face painting kit, as well as our creepy dead doll kit. All kits include the make-up and a step by step guide on how to create...
  17. Time To Get Jazzy!

    This bank holiday 25th August, Arubas ever popular Jazz Juice celebrates its 21st birthday, and it’s going to be BIG! This Summer sizzler of an evening promises drink deals, great funky music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, and the best part is that the first 200 people to arrive in fancy dress get in for FREE! So make your...
  18. Welcome to Boomtown...

    Welcome to Boomtown...
    Are you ready for Boomtown? Hollywood certainly is, with 7 Boomtown fancy dress themes based around a magical pop up town, Boomtown celebrates fancy dress, alternative music and enchantment! Whether you’re going as a pirate, a pensioner a pimp or hoe, a Latina lovely, a Great Gatsby style glamour puss, a hippy, a  tribal warrior or are sampling the orient...
  19. Why So Blue?

    Why So Blue?
    Good day good party people, Now here's a question... What's little, blue and loved by everyone?...The Smurfs obviously, (what were you thinking?) and this July 31st it’s time to get completely Smurfed! The Smurfs 2 hits box offices nationwide, and what better excuse to dress you or a little one as one of the well-loved characters. Whether you fancy channelling...
  20. A Confusing New Costume??? Well We're stumped!

    A Confusing New Costume??? Well We're stumped!
    Hey Party People, here's my latest fancy dress update for you... The Character who made the question mark his own has come to Hollywood, and we're still trying to work him out! Why work the look at your next fancy dress party as the Riddler and leave them all guessing, ideal for couples or individuals. Perhaps you may be interested in the ladies Riddler emerald...