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Ghoulish Gals

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When compiling our favorite costume ideas for women this year, we tried to tap into what is popular right now in the media. For example, our favorite costume idea for women this year is the Black or White swan from best picture nominee Black Swan. Now, we aren’t expecting ladies to run out and get replicas of couture designer Rodarte’s unreal tutus, but there are certainly ways that you can pull this look together yourself using some well placed thick feather boas.

 

#1: Black/ White Swan

Inspired By: Black Swan

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Incredible Costumes, Huge Party, Lots of fun. The Philadelphia Mummers

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Mummers Parade

I grew up in Philadelphia so I am well acquainted with the Mummers. I can remember as a child waking up early, having my Mom bundle me up with layers, and taking the Broad Street Subway into the city to see the parade. After a few years of cold and wind my mom decided to watch the Mummers on TV the easy way.


Mummer is from the old french
momer meaning to wear a mask
or a costumed merrymaker.

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Feather Boa’s Found at J&O Fabric Store

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From time to time we receive calls from design houses, play houses and just good old neighborhood blue collar houses, requesting feather boas. Maybe they are looking for the large Las Vegas show girl styled ostrich feathered boas, or maybe the thin yet very fluffy fine down Marabou boas. Either way, they are searching for an adornment that has fallen in and out of fashion many times over the years and still carry a reputation of being elegant as well as seductive even today.

With a history dating back into the 17th century, feather boas have seen their highlights in the late Victorian and Edwardian era, the 1920’s the 1970s disco era, and into the 21st Century. Used on costumes, wrestlers, singers, and even the Red Hat Social Club, boas come in all shapes, sizes and colors to fit the personality type that is adorning them.
At J&O Fabrics, we take pride in offering our customers these feathery pieces of fashionable history in an array of shades for whatever the occasion. Even if the flirty chandelle feathers find no place in your closet, it will offer hours of role playing fun for your little daughter or grandchild.
Check out our selection of marabou feather boas here!
Check out our selection of chendelle feather boas here!
Check out our great selection of vintage novelty fabric here!

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