Fancy Dress Collection (page 2)

John Reid (Elton Johns Manager), and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton John arriving at his 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Lily Savage arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Mrs Rita Hudis with her husband Norman Hudis, who wrote the script for the film Carry on Nurse. 31st December 1959

When Reveilles Jack Pleasant called at Britains craziest pub, The Unique Turkey Cock, Hunsdon, Hertfordshire he sampled more than the drink. He was placed in the stocks

Elaine Smith Actress who plays the part of Daphne Clarke in Neighbours stands on one foot on a skateboard in a park and hold a baseball cap in the air November1988 dbase

The filming of It Ain t Half Hot Mum, at Hawley Lake, Farnborough, in Hampshire including Windsor Davis and Don Estelle. June 1980 80-03101

Queen Victorias Georgian Costume Ball at Buckingham Palace, January 6, 1845, (1901). Fancy dress party, with costumes from the Georgian period (c1714-1830)

A tragic masked ball, 1930. Creator: Unknown
A tragic masked ball, 1930. Un Tragique Bal Masque. Guest in a burning bear costume. Back cover of " Le Petit Journal Illustre". [France, 30 March 1930]

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A participant of the Christopher Street Day gay pride parade walks through the streets of Berlin on July 28, 2018. (Photo by Tobias SCHWARZ / AFP)

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A costumed participant does a backflip with his snowboard as he takes part in the " Californication 9.0" humoristic competition

Carnival Entries, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. July 1990
First prize in the walking tableaux entries was this group from Collamere Nursing Home in the town. Photographer: Jonathan Barker

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Performers pose for a photograph on the second day of the Notting Hill Carnival in west London on August 31, 2015. Nearly one million people are expected by the organizers Sunday

Men in traditional dress at Dinagyang Festival, Iloilo City, Western Visayas, Philippines

Participants perfrom at Dinagyang Festival, Iloilo City, Western Visayas, Philippines

Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1
3786853 Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1; (add.info.: Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1. Troops in Salonica. Salonica, known as Thessaloniki, Greece)

Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1
3786906 Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1; (add.info.: Russian Soldiers Masquerade Party during World War 1. Troops in Salonica. Salonica, known as Thessaloniki, Greece)

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with their daughters, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret (b / w photo)
3103242 King George VI and Queen Elizabeth with their daughters, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Mussolini, shirtless under the sun, threshed the wheat of Agro Pontino after twenty centuries... (colour litho)
2783813 Mussolini, shirtless under the sun, threshed the wheat of Agro Pontino after twenty centuries... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mussolini)

Arsenal footballer Charlie George dressed as a king, sitting on the royal throne wearing a crown and holding the FA Cup trophy May 1972

Mardi Gras Club owner Marc Jones (right) and colleagues get into the mood for a special American theme night, Club Fiction (Wednesday)

A grand ball at the reopening of the Salon de lurope at Monte Carlo Casino, Monaco. Guests wore period costume clothes. Pictured, Princess Grace of Monaco and the actor Danny Kaye. March 1968

Children celebrating Halloween in Liverpool. Pictured, Lee Williams and Glen Styles, aged 7. 31st October 1989

The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Rhyl, at the start of a three-day tour of Wales. 27th October 1981

Michael Palin of the Monty Python team with girls from Sidcup during the charity Twits Walk, to raise money for the British Council for Rehabilitation for the Disabled. 7th October 1974

Children taking part in a Turnip Lantern Competition ahead of Halloween, proudly show their designs, Teesside, October 1976

Elton John attends his 47th birthday party. 26th March 1994

Tim Jefferies arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Des O Connor and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Janet Street Porter dressed as Wonder Woman arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Nanette Newman and Bryan Forbes arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Paul Gambaccini arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Kiki Dee arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Richard Curtis and Emma Freud arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Charlie Watts and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton Johns mother, Sheila Farebrother, arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Paul McKenna and Claire Staples arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Chris Rea arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Janet Street Porter and Neil Tennant arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton John and David Furnish arriving at Eltons 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Jools Holland and wife arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Darth Vader paid a visit to Hinckley in August 1983. The character from Star Wars was at the Wightmans store to meet and greet people and sign autographs

The London Marathon - 1990 Runners pass through and around the Tower Bridge area. Run funnies. A runner dressed as a wedding groom Picture taken 22nd April 1990

Pro Europe Women wearing traditional costumes ahead of referendum, pictured in Solihull, West Midlands, England, 31st May 1975

Alexandra Stevenson, professional actress and amateur painter, pictured 12th January 1965. She is currently starring as Prince Charming in the panto Cinderella at the Rotherham Theatre, London

Conservative MP for Smethwick, Peter Griffiths with his wife Mrs Jeannette Griffiths, at an Edwardian Old Time Music Hall evening at Thimblemill Baths, Smethwick. 4th November 1965

Robbie Coltrane has enough trouble with a frog in his throat yesterday without having to contend with postman Stuart Noble as well

Bibs and nappies were the order of the day as women supporters of Bradley Rangers Football Club lined up for the start of a sponsored pram push to raise money for the upkeep

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"Fancy Dress: A Timeless Celebration of Imagination and Identity" Step into the world of fancy dress, where history intertwines with creativity, and characters come to life. From the grandeur of Les Miserables to the royal betrothal of Princess Elizabeth, each scene captures a moment in time that transcends reality. Lenny Henry and Dawn French's portrayal of Michael Jackson and Bubbles reminds us that even pop culture icons can be transformed through costume. Their dedication to detail brings joy and laughter to all who witness their transformation. The Twelfth Night Revels at Haddon Hall transport us back to an era filled with merriment and revelry. The Great Hall comes alive as people don extravagant attire, embracing the spirit of festivity. Cornelia Bradley Martin's embodiment of Mary Stuart at the Bradley-Martin Ball showcases how fancy dress allows individuals to step into different roles, exploring historical figures or mythical beings, and is a testament to our fascination with other worlds and times. William Edward Dighton's Middle Eastern Dress transports us across continents, reminding us that fancy dress knows no boundaries. It allows us to explore cultures far from our own, fostering understanding and appreciation for diversity. At cat shows or press club challenges, even animals partake in this whimsical tradition. Whether it be Playboy bunnies challenging press club rabbits or feline fashionistas strutting their stuff on stage, they remind us that everyone can join in on the fun. Ian Dury's performance in Talk of the Devil demonstrates how fancy dress extends beyond visual appeal; it becomes a tool for storytelling on stage. Through costumes, actors embody characters' essence while captivating audiences with their talent. Even ancient artifacts like Boethius' consular diptych or Pythagoras and Euclid depicted on marble tiles reveal that dressing up has been cherished throughout history. These relics remind us that humans have always sought ways to express themselves creatively.