This costume idea for Halloween or theme parties comes from 19th century America, in the particular the area referred to as the Wild West or the Old West. The gunslinger (which is a twentieth century term that largely originated in films), or gunfighter, costume is, in many ways, a variation of the cowboy costume from the same period. Whilst gunslingers and cowboys are often confused, the two were in fact quite different.
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Here’s a costume idea from Japan that is suitable for Halloween or theme parties. Although this is classed as a costume for women, the kimono was in the past and is still today also worn by men, although it is most commonly worn by women.
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For a costume idea for women suitable for Halloween or a theme party, here’s one that originates in Spain – the flamenco dancer.
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Here’s a costume idea suitable for Halloween, costume and theme parties from around the world, from the United States, the cowboy – or, for women, the cowgirl.
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This is a costume idea for Halloween, theme party or other occasion that is suitable for men, that of the Spanish bullfighter, or torero. The torero is not solely found in Spain. Bullfighting is also done in other countries that have been influenced by Spain, such as France, Mexico, Portugal and Peru to name a few. Toreros are sometimes called toreadors, but this is an invented English word, rather than an original Spanish one. The main bullfighter, the one who kills the bull, is known as the maestro or matador de toros, sometimes simply called a matador in English.
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