Friday, February 11, 2011 at 10:00AM
Sir William costume ideal for Book DayShakespeare knew how to tell a story and capture the imagination. , So much so, in fact, that he effectively created an era, the Shakespearian era, which highlights just how truly magnificent a writer and playwright he was. Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Mid Summer’s Night Dream are just a few of his famous plays that are still produced and studied today.
His style of writing, language and characterisation are still revered in the modern world, which makes Shakespeare Costumes a fantastic choice for World Book Day. If your daughter or son is a big fan of his plays this is a great opportunity for them to dress up as their favourite character.
Here are a few of our favourite Book Day Shakespeare costumes:
Tudor Lady Costume
WHY IT’S AWESOME: You little girl is sure to feel all grown up and lady-like in this costume. If she loves the story of Romeo and Juliet she is sure to love this costume. All her school friends will be going green with envy when she walks in wearing this Book Day costume.
WHAT IT INCLUDES: Dress and headpiece with veil.
Sir William costume
WHY IT’S AWESOME: Why not dress like the famous playwright himself? In this costume your son will take on the appearance of the maestro himself, and is sure to lots of attention when he begins to read out his work.
WHAT IT INCLUDES: Decorative red jacket, hat and trousers
Lady of the Palace costume
WHY IT’S AWESOME: Let your little girl dress like a lady of the palace at this year’s Book Day event. This is an ideal costume to wear if she loves the stories told by William Shakespeare.
WHAT IT INCLUDES: Long sleeved dress with a square cut neckline, wide cuffs and gold ties around the elbows.
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