The Halloween season is almost near and what does that mean? - Wonderful and creative costumes! Squeezing out your creative juices will really hold useful in times where various outfits are needed. As you all know, costume gatherings become less fun with mediocre costumes that Viking axe does not really put an impression at all. Princesses, Fairies, Frankenstein, Mummies, come on! People should try to be more innovative! So if you want something new, think of a radical outfit that would really look different and interesting.

Viking costumes would surely answer that call! For you to have wee information about Vikings, they are Norse warriors that explore the seas. These Norwegian people are somewhat like pirates, as they say. So expect some ruggedness and masculine type of accessories for this type of costume.

To look good in Viking costumes, make sure you know the fundamentals. First, you would need a costume that includes a wig with 2 braids side by side. If you think that braids are quite girly for warriors, it is otherwise in the case of Vikings. These warriors are usually unkempt because of long sea voyages, which is why they try to fix their hairs in the most presentable and intimidating manner. The colour would not matter but for starters, yellow would be the stereotypical colour.

A skull cap with horns is another necessity for Viking costumes. These helmets are the main head protection for these voyagers. Most usually, you would want one that is made from plastic with foam padding inside. This helmet must be worn at all times if you would not want to look like a country girl, so try to go for comfort as much as you can.

As for your body accessory, a leather plate would most likely do the job. But if you are less in budget, there is a perfect substitute - a rugged tunic that is made out of cotton. And to add a little flare and realism, you can add dirt to the armour.

Your shoe of choice in any Viking costumes would be gladiator type sandal. Boots can also do if you are not comfortable wearing sandals. Just make sure that the boots you will buy does not have fancy colours, design, and the brand name must be hidden. For best boot choices, you can purchase a used one then remove the brand, tatter the boot, and add some "Norse" effects to it.

Miscellaneous accessories would include axe or sword for the weapon; wooden shield or buckler that can either be placed on hand or stuck at the back; gauntlets for that added rugged look; quilts instead of jeans; and artificial body dirt like charcoal face stains.

Overall, Viking costumes are great ideas for any costume parties. The participants will surely notice you and would take notice of their possibly simpler attire. This specially holds true if you have some skin and body to flaunt, as these types of outfits would really encourage make you show off some skin.