Thematic parties have become a favorite option for organizing children's parties. They always look spectacular, create a mood of real fun, immersion in the atmosphere of a fairy tale. One of the most common themes is pirate. Accordingly, the main attribute is a pirate costume in various interpretations. Today, it is not difficult to become an adventure hero with a talking parrot on your shoulder.
What elements are included
In order for the pirate costume to be authentic, you should approach this issue thoroughly. First of all, you need to think through the outfit to the smallest detail. As a rule, the main elements of a pirate wardrobe are the top, bottom, belt, headdress, leggings, shoes. Each of them is selected in accordance with certain rules.
The upper part of the costume consists of several items of clothing. The most memorable is the vest. Next comes a loose-fitting shirt made of linen cloth. A simpler option is a striped vest. Don't forget about the gloves. Their upper part is quite wide, and the lower part fits tightly around the wrist. This is due to the fact that pirates had to handle a sword, and the glove should not slip off.
The bottom of the suit consists of canvas trousers or pantaloons that reach almost to the ankle. In terms of cut, they are very similar to the well-known culottes. Previously, this wardrobe element was often treated with resin to give it a water-repellent effect.
A scarf is tied around the neck. A cloth or leather belt is worn around the waist, which is convenient for putting weapons in. Leggings made of woolen fabric are worn on the legs. Classic pirate footwear is leather shoes or boots.
A mandatory element is a headdress. This is due to the fact that pirates most often lived in hot countries, therefore, they constantly needed to protect themselves from the rays of the scorching sun. There are three options - a bandana, a cocked hat, a round Monmouth hat.
When preparing for a pirate party, many wardrobe items can be found in your own closet. A striped shirt, bandana, belt, scarf, loose shirt, pants are all available. By slightly changing and modifying the items, you can safely use them to create a pirate image.
For a boy
In order to become a pirate, it is not at all necessary to strictly comply with the uniform criteria established in ancient times. Naturally, in modern conditions, the costume is simplified and can have a different number of options. For a boy, you can choose a sailor's or captain's outfit. For the first costume, it is enough to use a striped vest, a vest and a bandana.
If you decide to be a captain, it is recommended to carefully select a jacket and hat. They should be smart enough to highlight the hero against the background of ordinary sailors. With such a set, even modern jeans will look colorful, will not spoil the overall image.
For a girl
When creating a pirate costume for a girl, almost all of the above elements are used. The only distinctive feature is the presence of a skirt. The most spectacular, memorable option will be a lush version above the knee, made of tulle. But this, of course, is a modern vision of the costume. After all, it was unrealistic to live on a ship and fight in battle in such an outfit. Trousers or pantaloons are also quite appropriate for creating the image of a pirate.
You can experiment with accessories. They will make the suit more refined and elegant. Various kinds of frills and bows will appeal to the taste of a young fashionista.
Color scheme
Since pirates spent most of their time outdoors on ships, their clothes were not bright or rich in color. They were mostly dull, as they faded very quickly under the influence of sea air and the scorching sun. As for the traditional color scheme, it is represented by rather dark, deep tones: black, blue, brown, red. There were also light colours: white, grey.
When creating a pirate costume for a child, there are no strict rules for choosing specific shades. First of all, you need to decide on the general concept of the holiday, set the color scheme. Then select wardrobe items, harmoniously combining different shades to your own taste.
You shouldn't ignore the classic white and blue stripes. After all, it is associated with the marine theme. In addition, in order for the holiday to be bright and memorable for a long time, you should give preference to the red color. The more of it there is in the interior and clothes, the more spectacular the photos will be.
Materials
Linen or chintz are suitable for the shirt. Trousers are usually made of canvas, but cotton and jersey will also be quite appropriate. If there is no opportunity to sew trousers specifically for a theme party, you can use regular jeans, aged with bleach. For the vest, a fairly coarse fabric is recommended, such as raincoat, quilted or denim. It is better to choose woolen or thick jersey leggings.
Whatever fabric is used to create a pirate costume, the main thing to remember is that the robbers led a rather active lifestyle, and their clothes were washed in sea water. Accordingly, the outfit should look quite shabby and worn.
To create a bright and authentic character, you can use more noble materials: satin and velvet. They will add status, emphasize the dominant position of pirate captains. But soft, fluffy fabrics, such as fleece, grass, will look out of place. Firstly, they are quite impractical and are unlikely to have been used by real pirates. Secondly, the image of a robber is quite brutal. Accordingly, the fabric should be rough.
Attributes of style
Once the pirate costume is ready, it is necessary to take care of accessories. It is the small details that will complete the picture and make the image complete. The characteristic attributes of the pirate style are:
- An eye patch. Usually black. Can be made from fabric or paper.
- Jolly Roger. The pirate flag is black and features Adam's head over crossed bones.
- Hook. It replaces the amputated part of the hand. As a costume element, it can be made of foil or thick paper.
- Weapons. Mainly stabbing and cutting: dagger, machete, rapier, cleaver, sword. And also firearms: pistols, muskets, arquebuses. In a toy store you can easily find a suitable weapon for any taste.
- Purse. A soft, oblong bag with a drawstring was necessary for storing coins and small items.
- Parrot. As a rule, most pirates are depicted with this bird on their shoulder. Thanks to its ability to talk, it entertained and amused its owner and the entire crew during a long sea voyage.
How to create it yourself
To make a pirate costume, it is not necessary to spend a large sum of money. You can easily get by with things you have at home, preferably unnecessary ones. You just need to put in a little effort and give free rein to your imagination. There is a certain algorithm for creating an image:
- Take a plain T-shirt, shirt or striped vest. Patches are sewn on in several places or holes are made to give a worn effect.
- The vest can be made by cutting off the sleeves of an unnecessary sweater or jacket. Then decorate with pirate-themed patches.
- Old, worn-out jeans or trousers are suitable as trousers. Torn pockets, length just below the knee, a few scuffs and holes are definitely welcome.
- In a pirate costume for a girl, you can use a skirt. Decorate it with ruffles or bows. But a tulle skirt, which is easy to make at home, will look more impressive.
- A regular leather belt is used as a belt. It can also be cut out of fabric. In this case, it should be long enough to wrap around the waist twice.
- The bandana can be replaced with any scarf tied at the back.
Shoes and all additional accessories are selected depending on their availability. Girls can afford various large earrings and beads. It is important to remember that pirates robbed other ships. Accordingly, variety in clothing and jewelry was a common occurrence for them.
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