To all our American cousins we'd like to extend a very warm and friendly welcome, and to say 'Happy Independence Day!' It's a great opportunity as well for us Brits to throw a lavish Independence Day party, and what better way to celebrate our links with our American buddies than to dress up in American themed costumes?

 

 

 

If you're thinking of throwing an Independence Day themed party here are a few suggestions:

 

1. Get in some pumpkin pie- yum!

2. Decorate your house with some stars and stripes banners or flags.

3. Put on some classic American tunes- Bruce Springsteen or John Mellancamp should do the trick.

And if you're stuck for ideas for Independence Day Costumes here are just a couple of suggestions:

Cheerleader Costume

A great choice for the ladies- There's nothing more American than the sight of a pack of cheerleaders dancing with their pom poms (and the fellas aren't going to complain either!) This fabulous looking costume includes pink and black dress with cheer squad motif on front.

Captain America Costume

Ok chaps, don't be out-done by the ladies- You need a costume that not only says 'American' but actually screams it! The officially licnesed Captain America Costume, which is part of the Marvel Comics franchise, is a very popular choice for men at all times of year, but particularly around the 4th July. The costume includes deluxe bodysuit with a muscle padded torso, legs, arms and a headpiece.

Happy Independence Day!!