How to Create a Dead Old Lady Costume

Borrow a long, patterned dress from a family member's closet., Find some long necklaces, such as fake gold or pearls., Put on knee high stockings in nude or black., Wear leather athletic shoes or sandals., Buy an "old lady wig.", Take some brown eye...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Borrow a long

    You can also find a floral, long-sleeved dress that goes just below the knees from a thrift store for a few dollars.

    Look for something that is a little baggy and frumpy to exaggerate the look of a woman from a different age group and era.
  2. Step 2: patterned dress from a family member's closet.

    You can also choose some large clip on earrings. , The contrast with your dress will add to a more exaggerated look. , They should look intended for comfort, with thick soles. , These gray, curly wigs are available in most costume shops and online.

    Alternatively, you can also curl your hair and pin it up.

    Once it is set with hair spray, you can cover your hair with baby powder or flour to make it look gray. , Follow any lines near the edge of your eyes, mouth and nose that wrinkle when you smile to get an idea of where your wrinkles would naturally be.

    Cover your face with liquid foundation and gently blend the wrinkles in until they look more natural. , Cat eyeglasses or glasses with very large frames are preferable.

    If possible, attach a chain to the glasses. , You can carry a clutch, add a cane or walker or a small hat to make your costume seem more authentic.
  3. Step 3: Find some long necklaces

  4. Step 4: such as fake gold or pearls.

  5. Step 5: Put on knee high stockings in nude or black.

  6. Step 6: Wear leather athletic shoes or sandals.

  7. Step 7: Buy an "old lady wig."

  8. Step 8: Take some brown eye liner and draw wrinkle lines on your face.

  9. Step 9: Buy or find some glasses.

  10. Step 10: Add other embellishments to the costume.

Detailed Guide

You can also find a floral, long-sleeved dress that goes just below the knees from a thrift store for a few dollars.

Look for something that is a little baggy and frumpy to exaggerate the look of a woman from a different age group and era.

You can also choose some large clip on earrings. , The contrast with your dress will add to a more exaggerated look. , They should look intended for comfort, with thick soles. , These gray, curly wigs are available in most costume shops and online.

Alternatively, you can also curl your hair and pin it up.

Once it is set with hair spray, you can cover your hair with baby powder or flour to make it look gray. , Follow any lines near the edge of your eyes, mouth and nose that wrinkle when you smile to get an idea of where your wrinkles would naturally be.

Cover your face with liquid foundation and gently blend the wrinkles in until they look more natural. , Cat eyeglasses or glasses with very large frames are preferable.

If possible, attach a chain to the glasses. , You can carry a clutch, add a cane or walker or a small hat to make your costume seem more authentic.

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