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British Fancy Dress Costumes

  1. St George's Day

    St George's Day
    St. George's Day is the feast day of the patron saint St. George celebrated in England. But who was St George, and why do we celebrate this day? St George is considered a hero for slaying a dragon terrorising England. However, St George's life is mostly a mystery. He is thought to have been a Roman officer from Cappadocia, an...
  2. Kings Coronation Party Ideas

    Kings Coronation Party Ideas
    The event of the year is about to be up on us. The crowning of our new King, Kings Charles the III. It has been 70 years since the country has seen one. There are whole generations who have not seen the pageantry that comes with this historic event. So lets have a party for the Kings Coronation. King Charles...
  3. St Patrick's Day 2023

    St Patrick's Day 2023
    Celebrate St Patrick's Day 2023 like the Irish do, with drink and silly hats. Here at Hollywood Fancy Dress we have all you need from hats to flags. So grab your Guinness and party. Why do we celebrate St Patrick? St Patrick day or the Feast of Saint Patrick is a cultural and religious celebration held on 17 March, the...
  4. Jubilee Fireworks

    Jubilee Fireworks
    Celebrate the Queens 70 years on the throne with a spectacular Jubilee Fireworks Display. Join in the beacon lighting with your own little display. The UK's long tradition of celebrating Royal Jubilees, Weddings and Coronations with the lighting of beacons will be back for the Platinum Jubilee.  A beacon chain, once used as a tool for communication, has now become...
  5. Jubilee Weekend

    Jubilee Weekend
    Jubilee Weekend is fast approaching. Are you ready for the 4 day bank holiday weekend from Thursday 2nd of June to Sunday 5th of June. The Queen has been on the throne for 70 years, being the longest serving monarch in history over taking Queen Victoria. There are many celebrations over the weekend including the traditional trooping of the colour...
  6. Summer Of Sport

    Summer Of Sport
    Are you ready for a summer of Sport With last years sports being cancelled, this year is ready to make up for it, with the postponed Euros 2020, the Tokyo Olympics and the return of tennis at Wimbledon, we will be spoilt for choice, so get the flags out and get behind our sporting hero's for a summer of sport...
  7. PUBS ARE RE-OPENING THIS JULY 4th!

    PUBS ARE RE-OPENING THIS JULY 4th!
    PUBS ARE RE-OPENING THIS JULY 4th! We are all getting excited for the re-opening of the pubs and restaurants, and what better day than Independence day for them to relaunch. Get ready for July 4th and grab your Yankee doodle and celebrate in style. July 4th celebrations! We have plenty here at Hollywood Fancy Dress from the all important decorations...
  8. Leaving EU - Brexit - 31st January 2020

    Leaving EU - Brexit - 31st January 2020
    Leaving EU - Brexit - 31st January 2020 Did you know Brexit will be happening on the 31st January 2020? The European Parliament will vote on the withdrawal agreement between the UK and the EU on 29 January at its plenary sitting in Brussels, then the UK is expected to leave the EU on the 31st January 2020. Did you...
  9. Great Dorset Steam Fair | 22nd - 26th August 2019

    Great Dorset Steam Fair | 22nd - 26th August 2019
    Great Dorset Steam Fair | 22nd - 26th August 2019 Are you ready for the Great Dorset Steam Fair? That's right it's returning to Dorset again from Thursday 22nd until Monday 26th August 2019! What is the legendary Steam Fair? If you’re looking for an excellent fun and action packed day out for all the family, you’ll love the Great...
  10. St Georges Day 2019

    St Georges Day 2019
    St Georges Day 2019 Are you ready to celebrate St Georges Day 2019? Well you will be thanks to us, here at Hollywood Fancy Dress! Tuesday, 23rd April 2019 - is the date for your diary. St Georges Flags and Decorations     Show off your support for England with this awesome St. Georges Bunting! It's approximately 7 meters long...
  11. Burns Night 2019

    Burns Night 2019
    Burns Night 2019 Get ready for Burns Night 2019! Summon all the Scotsmen you know and celebrate Scotland's wonderful heritage of Friday 25th January 2019.   So why do we celebrate Burns Night? Burns Night, or rather Burns Supper is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet Robert Burns (25th January 1759 – 21st July 1796). He is iconic for...
  12. Bournemouth Air Show 2018

    Bournemouth Air Show 2018
    Bournemouth Air Show 2018  The Bournemouth air show is back for a spectacular 4 day event. You can enjoy a range of different air displays and attractions while sat on the stunning beaches that Bournemouth have to offer. The event starts on 30th August and will end on the 2nd September. Will you be going along? As the air show...
  13. Royal Wedding - 19th May 2018

    Royal Wedding - 19th May 2018
    The wedding of the year is approaching. The Royal Wedding is fit for a Princess, as a matter of fact a Royal Wedding literally is! Saturday the 19th of May is the date of the Royal Wedding! Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are to be married at Windsor Castle. The two have been together for two yeas. As the world...
  14. Scots assemble for Burns Night 2018!

    Scots assemble for Burns Night 2018!
    Who is a scots best friend? Robert Burns of course! It's that time of year again - Burns Night is fast approaching! This year the annual Scottish event takes place on Wednesday 25th January 2018! For anyone not so familiar with this occassion Burns Night is a day dedicated to celebrating the work of the Scottish Poet Robert Burns. The...
  15. Wear it. Beat it. 2017 BHF Day

    Wear it. Beat it. 2017 BHF Day
    On the Friday 9th of June 2017 the British Heart Foundation are hosting a Wear it. Beat it fundraising day! Take part in Wear it. Beat it on the 9 June. Join in the fun by wearing red and hosting a red event with your friends, family or colleagues. Together we are kissing goodbye to Heart disease. What is the British...
  16. Grand National 2017

    Grand National 2017
    For all you racing lovers I'm sure you are already aware that the Grand National is on Saturday the 8th of April! Who doesn't love a bit of Horse Racing? For those of you who didn't already know the 2017 Grand National will be the 170th annual running of the Grand National horse race at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool, England...
  17. Oscars 2017: The 89th Academy Awards

    Oscars 2017: The 89th Academy Awards
    The Oscars are on the horizon and that can only mean one thing... lot's of glitter and stars of course! But it doesn't have to be all about the stars themselves... why not throw your own Hollywood themed bash to out do the star studded event? Now there's three ways in which you could approach this party idea. Oscars are...
  18. Guy Fawkes Night!

    Guy Fawkes Night!
    Guy FawkesRemember, remember, the 5th of November. Gunpowder, treason and plot! Start your November in true traditional British style, remembering Guy Fawkes with fireworks of course! Guy Fawkes The Gunpowder Plot is one of Britain’s most famous attempts on the life of a monarch. In 1605 a group of 13 Catholic men planned to kill King James I by blowing up the Houses of Parliament with him and many others inside. After being oppressed under the rule of Queen Elizabeth I English Catholics had had enough. Robert Catesby led the group who managed to acquire 36 barrels of gunpowder and plant them in the cellar of the House of Lords. Unfortunately for them, the group were betrayed and their plan was foiled. On the night between 4th and 5th November, the cellar was stormed and group member Guy Fawkes was found along with the gunpowder. He was then captured, tortured and finally executed. Was he framed? Continue reading →
  19. Dead Famous 2016!

    Dead Famous 2016!
    Dead Famous parties are always popular over Halloween and we’ve lost a lot of heroes this year so you’ll have no problem finding a costume. Pop in to your nearest Hollywood branch to see the range today! -David Bowie. Earlier this year we lost one of the most truly original artist Britain, or the world has ever know. He was a true inspiration so channel him in your next costume! Ziggy Stardust was one of his most famous alter egos so slip on that glam rock jumpsuit and paint on the lighting bolt! -Elvis. The king of rock n roll will live on forever so make sure he’s at your party with one of our official Elvis costumes! We have a great range to choose from including some budget numbers for those with tight purse strings. Don’t forget the famous shades and black quiff wig! -Marilyn Monroe. She stole the hearts of the world and now you can catch everyone’s eye as the platinum starlet. That iconic silky white dress and blonde curls will ensure you’re instantly recognisable at your Dead Famous party! Continue reading →
  20. Bournemouth Film and Comic Con Round 2!

    Bournemouth Film and Comic Con Round 2!
    Bournemouth FilmBournemouth Film and Comic Con is returning to the B.I.C for the second event of 2016! If you enjoyed yourself at the March con then make sure you book tickets for the 3rd and 4th of September to see even more great stalls, guests and games! Bournemouth Film and Comic Con The very first Bournemouth con was hosted by Showmasters in the B.I.C, the town’s most popular venue, in September last year. Since then we’ve had a March film and comic con, which was smaller than the original event. We’re hoping that September is going to bring back the huge crowds and crazy cosplays! Continue reading →

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