St George's Day 2025 is fast approaching. It’s that time of year that we all raise a glass and drink to the patron Saint of England. St. George. Who was a roman officer who didn’t even visit England. However, he became the patron saint of our small island. How did a Roman officer become the patron saint of a country...

The dark and gloomy days are behind us for another year, Easter Weekend 2025 is almost upon us. The frosts are a thing of memory, even Lent is behind us. So if you look very closely, you may see a very special bunny hopping around with a basket of brightly painted eggs. Easter is most commonly associated with Jesus’s Resurrection...

I’m sure you have all heard of St. Patrick and his struggle with the demon Caorthannach who eventually turned into a dragon during a long fight with the saint. So we will talk about the festivities of St. Patrick’s Day. St Patrick’s Day is the day where we all dress up in green (this was originally blue, but that’s another...

World Book Day 2025 is upon us. This year it falls on Thursday 6th of March. Books are not just for world book day they are for life. Stories are amazing things that can transport you to other worlds and other lives. Books give children that escapism from life's troubles and also help them understand the world. We all know...

With January being a long month we need something to look forward to. The end of the month sees the Chinese New Year 2025. Wednesday the 29th January is New years day with new years eve on the 28th. So banish the winter blues and celebrate the coming of the year of the snake. There are 12 zodiac animals, that...

Hohoho here’s hoping for a white Christmas. It’s too early to start thinking about all the good food. But it’s a perfect time to start thinking about all the great parties that will be thrown. So get ready for the Christmas party season with Hollywood Fancy Dress. The big question is, what will you wear? You can’t do the same...

All Roads Lead To The Wild West. With country music making a massive comeback in the last couple of years. With the likes of Shaboozey with the bar song, and even Post Malone and Beyoncé bringing out country style music. Wild west parties are the in thing. So grab your partner and line dance your way to your nearest festival...

Arr me hearty's it’s time for Poole's annual Pirate festival. With Harry Paye 2024 fast approaching dust off your inner pirate, and remember the legend that is Harry Paye. The main event is on Saturday 15th June, with the shenanigans beginning at 12 noon. Harry Paye was a privateer pirate employed by King Henry the 4th . He sailed the...

The mornings have started getting brighter, the evenings are lighter, I know what we are all thinking … “Its Crème Egg Time”! Easter 2024 is here! Easter has a lot of meanings, the main one being the resurrection of Jesus, it signifies new beginnings and new life. Who doesn't love a little lamb or baby chicks? Eggs symbolise the birth...

February marks the Chinese New Year 2024. It’s Dragons!! Yes Dragons all year! That is to say it’s the Chinese New Year and the year of the Dragon. But what does this mean? The Dragon is the 5th animal in the 12 year cycle of animals in the Chinese zodiac calendar. The Dragon represents good luck, strength and good health...

With Christmas fast approaching and not sure what to get your little one. Why not give them the gift to ignite their imagination. This little blog will be full of Christmas present ideas for the fancy dress mad child. We have it all from superhero's from comic books to every day hero's or even their favourite book character the choice...

October is not all about ghosts and ghouls, also the month of the German festival Oktoberfest. Brits being Brits have embraced Oktoberfest with various festival weekends and themed nights. So grab your Lederhosen and party! This is an annual festival in Munich, Germany, held over a two-week period and ending on the first Sunday in October. The festival originated on October 12...

Yes that's right, Halloween In summer! With the weather resembling autumn why not start to plan you Halloween outfit now. Here at Hollywood Fancy Dress we are already starting to plan the shops layout for the up coming Halloween season. So be one step ahead of the crowds this year and pop along to one of our three stores, and...

Its that time of year again! The best festival in the south for family's, Camp Bestival 2023! Camp Bestival is a family camping experience with all the entertainment of a festival. This festival is kid friendly with activities for children of all ages. From Mr Tumble to Dick and Dom. Not forgetting the adults with the likes of Sophie Ellis-Bextor...

With pride month well under way, we look forward to our local pride event Bourne Free Pride. Where the streets of Bournemouth will be ablaze with rainbows. This exciting event is on the weekend of 7th and 8th July. With a host of events happening all weekend, there are plenty of opportunities to show your rainbow, including the parade on...

Calling all Bournemouth Uni students, the biggest and most fun filled date in all BU and AUB student’s diaries is upon us. June 3rd is SUBU Summer Ball 2023 time!!!! With so much happening between 2pm and 2am, this is the hottest date of the year. This year there will be free funfair rides, live bands, DJ sets, drag acts...

That time of year again for Bournemouth 7's Festival. For those who don’t know Bournemouth 7’s is the world’s largest sport and music festival. The festival runs over three days on the 26th,27th and 28th of May. It includes the sports of Rugby, Netball, Hockey, Dodgeball, Touch rugby and fitness games . This year sees two new sports of Cheerleading...

Yes, you see right, we have a massive sale now on instore and online. With over 500 costumes and accessories, there is surely something for you. Once its gone its gone. We are making way for exciting new lines coming this summer and not forgetting Halloween new lines. For The Adults We have a huge selection of men's adult costumes...

This year marks the 67th annual Eurovision contest. It is the UK's honour to host the Eurovision 2023 in place of Ukraine who are currently at war and unable to host the contest. Liverpool is a world heritage city and birthplace for the culture and creativity awards. So what better place to host. The Eurovision contest draws in the world’s...

May 4th has become known as International Star Wars Day. The date was chosen due to its close resemblance to the famous saying from the Star Wars franchise "May the force be with you". Since then, this date has been a day to celebrate the 3 original films, additional 6 films and all the off-shoot series. May The 4th Be...