Christmas costume accessories

Here in Bournemouth, we like to start our Christmas days a little differently. Rather than turning up the heating or lighting the fire and sitting down to open presents in our PJ’s, we prefer a mad dash into the sea! What Is The White Christmas Dip? This year will mark the 7th annual White Christmas dip, a charity swim that raises funds for Macmillan Caring Locally. Each Christmas morning people don their fancy dress costumes and gather in their hundreds to support this fantastic cause. Each year has brought more and more people to the shores at Boscombe pier to take part and this year will be no different. The idea for this event was inspired by the Spartans of Bournemouth who take to the sea each Sunday morning between October and April. Their Christmas swim had become something of a tradition so on the cold Christmas morning of 2008 John White, along with his son and nephews dug out some fancy dress and headed down to Boscombe pier. To their disappointment they found it empty and after a 30 minute wait decided that they would bite the bullet and run in by themselves, joined by passing cyclist Andy Corbett. Seeing how much everyone enjoyed their mad endeavour, John’s nephew Tommy Baker decided that is would be the perfect way to get everyone together on Christmas day. The following year they took to the sea once again for their Christmas dip, but this time with even more of their friends and family members. It was at that point that an opportunity to raise money was recognised. They could all get together as a family and at the same time help a charity with donations and with that, the White Christmas Dip was born! Continue reading →

With all that Christmas shopping you’ve been doing, it’s hard to find time for anything else! Have no fear this festive season; you don’t need to be rushed off your feet. Hollywood are here to take the stress out of shopping, with longer opening times over the holidays so you can squeeze as much festive fun into your day as...

On the 12th of December the organisation ‘Save the Children’ is holding a “Christmas Jumper Day” to raise funds for their cause. The event is now in its third year and has so far managed to raise more than £1.6 million, so let’s see how much we can boost it by this year! Who Are 'Save The Children'? Since the early 1900's all the way up to this day Save the Children has been working to help children and families from Britain and all across the world through war and times of famine. With no political agenda and a philosophy to help anyone one in need regardless of their colour, country or belief they have saved millions of lives. In 1919 Eglantyne Jebb and her sister Dorothy Buxton decided that campaigning for children's' rights just wasn't enough and at a public meeting at The Royal Albert Hall the Save The Children fund was created. While Dorothy concentrated on political campaigning, Eglantyne made it her mission to make children's rights and welfare a major issue across the globe. When her 'Declaration of the Rights of the Child' was adopted by the forerunner of the UN, The League of Nation's and managed to inspire the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, everything looked to be very promising. Continue reading →

If you’re stuck for ideas on what to wear this Christmas, then look no further! Here at Hollywood we have a huge range of costumes to help you through the festive season. Whether you’re looking for something for work or play, you’re sure to find just what you’re looking for in store today! For those that are after luxury, you...

Get festive this Christmas and keep all warm and snug with an awesome Christmas jumper! Be the most stylish person around in these incredible jumpers! Fancy Reindeer's dashing through the snow? Then this awesome 'Crimbo Reindeer Jumper'. Why not try out this astonishing 'Crimbo Snowman Jumper'? Or why not be a bit different this Christmas and try out this awe-inspiring...

Want to snuggle up and be nice and cosy this Christmas?  Then go for our new range of Christmas Onsies we have had arrive this year. To start with we have the main fella himself-Father Christmas, looking rather jolly in bright red with soft fluffy white trim to distinguish his jacket and around the hood.  Not forgetting the pom pom...

Only 15 days to Christmas left! If you are just starting to Christmas shop then do not panic! There is still time to get your desired gifts. Due to it being the Christmas season and such a festive period we have exclusive opening times to inform our loyal customers about! So for all you last minute shoppers take a look...

As we are recovering from the crazy deals that the manic 'Black Friday' gave us, there is another impressive evening you need to note down on your calendar! Thursday 5th December (that's right- two days left!) we have an exclusive late night shopping evening! Now this event is taking place in all three of our shops- so there is no...

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...

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...

The winds of change have swept through Hollywood’s Post Office Road branch and if you have seen it already you’ll know it’s looking awesome! To make way for more costumes and to make it easier for you for, we’ve ripped out the original set up and given our store interior a complete make over! So if you still haven’t found...

The jingle bells are ringing here at Hollywood Fancy Dress as we get into the Christmas spirit. If you’re having a party this holiday season, then look no further, as we have it all! Mr and Mrs Claus and their elves are too busy to put in an appearance, so it looks like you’ll have to take their place in...

on the 2nd of December Hollywood Fancy Dress took part in the Bournemouth Christmas Parade. We hope you were able to join us and enjoy the festivities. Did you miss it? Not to worry, want to relive the fun? of course you can! we filmed the parade and uploaded the video for all your viewing pleasure. Check the video below...

Holy Santa!!! Not long now until the big day will finally be here, that’s right CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS…no need to hold back your excitement. Especially when you see the new goodies we have, all the way from the North Pole and just in time for you to pop on down and pick yourself your very own Christmas outfit. From Super Santa’s...

Everyone needs a traditional gaudy jumper at Christmas! Whether it is for you, or to send as a present for that special person, here at Hollywood we have the perfect Christmas Jumper.  In the traditional Christmas Red, it features Rudolf with his flashing light up nose! Yes his nose really flashes.  Festooned with snowflakes, Christmas trees, and stars and not...

As the days get shorter and the nights grow colder we all feel Christmas making its merry way back to us. What better way to celebrate the Yule tide than with the Bournemouth Christmas parade? On the 2nd of December from 3pm to 5pm all Hollywood fancy dress staff will be joining in the Christmas procession in our costumed glory...

        Ladies, are you ready for the Christmas festivities? Check out our lush and lavish range of women’s Christmas costumes that will excite and tantalise. Cause Christmas fever with the Festive Tree Costume consisting of a green and gold dress with a gold headband, Yule be Rocking around this Christmas Tree! Why not add the gold glitter...

See Santas face in Xmas lights The Bournemouth Christmas lights are being switched on at around 4pm on Sunday 25th November. Here at Hollywood Party Centre we are excited to be offering an exclusive range of Christmas twinkle light glasses just in time for this festive fun! See Santa, a reindeer or a snowman in every Christmas light and...