On March 17, 2011, 224 people broke the Guinness Book of World Record for the largest assembly of people dressed in Leprechaun costumes, nearly half of which were supplied by Costume SuperCenter. It was organized by The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
The leprechaun category is new at Guinness so instead of breaking a record they had to set one by fulfilling a specific set of criteria. They said that there must be a minimum of 200 leprechauns and that every costume must consist of a green coat, green or black trousers, a beard, top hat, and appropriate footwear. The participants arrived at the studio in the morning, where wardrobe gave them their costumes and make up artists applied their fake beards, ears and some even had their hair sprayed red. They were counted one-by-one as they entered the green room, and had to remain together in this location for 10 minutes in order for the record to be official. The countdown and World Record presentation was featured on the show. By the way, how appropriate was it that this took place in the “green room?”
What a great way to spend a St. Patrick’s Day. It was great to see so many happy Leprechauns, dressed in our costumes. We were glad to be a part of this new world record. Everybody looked like they had fun and our Leprechaun costumes looked amazing. I hope that there was a good Irish Pub near Jay Leno’s Tonight Show studio for all those Leprechauns to celebrate after the show.
Yes, it is true! Costume SuperCenter will soon have a complete line of Charlie Sheen Halloween costumes, wigs, masks and accessories. The Charlie Sheen costumes are still in development at this time and no specific information has been released but we assume the costumes will play heavily on his recent troubles. Tiger blood themes, bowling shirts and all other ideas are only speculation at this point. Current pop culture and events always translate well in to Halloween costumes. Charlie Sheen is as timely as it gets and will surely be the biggest “winner” for men’s costumes this year.
As if his interviews, video rants and porn-star lifestyle are not enough to let you live vicariously through him, now you can dress like him too. Become your favorite “bi-winning” TV star. Step into Charlie Sheen’s shoes, drink a vial of his Tiger Blood and learn what it is like to be from another realm, but only do it for a day because, according to Sheen, you can’t handle anymore than that or you will explode. That would be messy and we don’t want the liability so wear Charlie Sheen costumes with caution. Sign up for our email list at Costume SuperCenter and stay up-to-the minute on the availability of officially licensed Charlie Sheen Halloween Products.
You’ve go to hear my bizarre dream about Food costumes. So I’ve been on a diet for about a month now and the urge to resist junk food has become overwhelming. As I eat my celery sticks and prepare my special food, the memory of potato chips and Snickers haunt me, but not as much as the Pizza Man in my dreams. I don’t mean a cute guy carrying a large pie with extra cheese, I’m taking a man in a Pizza Slice Costume, chasing me while yelling “eat me, eat me!”
The dream played out like a football game. No doubt my husband was watching sports highlights as I was dozing off. So, Pizza Man is chasing me and my escape depends on my speed along with an offensive line of assorted vegetables and fruits (yes, with legs too) blocking the pizza. But in the blink of an eye, Raman Noodles, Twix and a Taco join Pizza. I’m getting breathless and feel me will power weakening. Halfway down the field, Orange got squeeze and Broccoli, well he just plain stinks. Just when I though all hope was lost, Banana gave them the slip and the junk food was laying on the field like a pile of garbage. In case you are wondering, yes, this was an actual dream. When you are surrounded by Halloween costumes for a living, this is what happens).
Nevertheless, I woke up this morning victorious and 2 pounds lighter. Food costumes have helped me face my demons and stick to my weight loss GOAL!
Get your 80’s costumes and head to NYC for a night to remember. Last Saturday night I had the opportunity meet up with old friends and go to Canal Room, a trendy club in New York City, owned by an old college friend of ours. Every Saturday night, the bar has a Back to the 80’s theme and we were lucky enough to experience it. When you walk in, there are images of Billy Idol, Cindy Lauper and Boy George on the walls and the music is an eclectic mix of 80s top 40 and dance music. Two bands played, a phenomenal Guns and Roses tribute band and an 80s cover band called Rubix Kube that is the most versatile and talented act around. They shook the house.
Here is a taste of what you will see if you go. It is hard to believe it’s all the same band:
Since every one of my teenage years was spent in the 80s I could totally relate to the atmosphere. In fact, many people there were dressed in 80s costumes. Between the music and the costumes, the night was one crazy flashback. My friends Adrienne, Dominick and I were dancing when two women in their very early 20s started dancing with us. One of the women leaned into Adrienne and said, “We love the 80’s. We wish we were growing up back then. It’s so cool that you guys are the real deal.” They were dancing with us as if we were celebrities. We got a real kick out of that comment and said thank you, all the time hoping that it was an expression of envy and not them saying, “Wow, you’re awfully old to be here. Shouldn’t you be home in bed at this hour?” Well here’s a news flash, real deal kids of the 80s rock the house FOREVER!!
We are planning to go back soon and this time, Miss Real Deal here is going to wear an 80’s costume that will show the twenty-somethings how its done. Unfortunately for me, the 80s were as many pounds ago as they were years ago so I won’t be raiding the attic for old clothes. That’s why I’m so glad that I can get authentic 80’s costumes and accessories from Costume SuperCenter that look, fit and feel like they belong on the Canal Room dance floor.
