subject: French Maid Costumes [print this page] The outfit that was worn by maids in the 19th century as afternoon uniforms are at the heights of fashion in the 21st century. The role of French maids evolved through the centuries, from domestic help to an object of desire. With the change in image, the uniform worn by them also changed in design. In the previous century, French maid costumes were worn in burlesque dramas and for bedroom fun. In the modern days, French maid costumes are a popular fancy dress wear.
French Maid Costumes: Features of the Outfit
Such costumes are generally short, trimmed with frills and laces, and worn with a small white apron. The traditional colors were black and white. However, the costumes can also be a combination of white and other deep colors, such as navy blue, red and brown.
French Maid Costumes: Different Styles
There are two markets for such costumes:
* Halloween Costume Market
* Fetish Party Market or Personal Party Market
Therefore, these costumes are styled in two different ways and the materials used in both are different.
* Costumes for the Halloween party market are generally made of lycra or a PVC style fabric. These are the more sustainable materials. These costumes are available in small, medium, large and extra large sizes.
* Maid costumes for home parties are generally made of stretchy mesh fabric. These are available in two sizes O/S, meaning one size which fits most and O/S XL for plus size women.
French Maid Costumes: Accessories
French maid costumes can look very plain if not accessorized in an appropriate way. The popular accessories of this costume are:
* Feather duster A 20cm feather duster helps recreating the image of a working girl.
* French cap The costume will look incomplete without a simple, single-colored cap with white lace.
* Long length gloves Satin full-length gloves will add sophistication and elegance to the costume.
* French collar Make sure that the French collar has a matching French garter.
* Costume jewelry A large diamond or red ruby replica ring would be appropriate.
* Silver pot of goodies This adds the finishing touch that will establish the costume wearer as a maid. You can buy bottles which look like cleaning equipment and fill them with liquids.
