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Man Costume

Man Costume

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It's time to get a little hairier...a little smellier...a little MAN-lier.

a man costume is easy if you've got a few men around who are willing to lend you their duds. The best man costumes take the classy route, using a suit and a cigar. think Groucho Marx. The best part about a man costume is that you can play the part all night.

The Makeup?
Okay, not really makeup, but a disguise, anyway. I couldn't find a good tutorial on how to make a fake beard or mustache, so I cooked up my own recipe using a Barbie doll. Yes, Barbie can make a man out of anybody. Here are the complete photo tutorials:

The Outfit
Get your hands on a suit. You can borrow one from a buddy or find one for cheap at the thrift store. The thrift store option is nice because then you're not obligated to return a suit that is in need of dry cleaning after a party. Don't forget the neck tie.

Accessories:
Thanks to Bill Clinton, a cigar is a party prop that you can make jokes about all night. You can also try a cane for an older look.

Need More? Visit our complete guide to Costume How-To's and Ideas.

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