Geisha Costume – Fancy Turning Japanese For A Night ?

Whether you are looking for a costume for a fancy dress party or simply for Halloween then a Geisha costume might be just what you are after.

What Are Geisha?

Geisha are female performance artists in their native Japan. They go through many years of training where they learn to play music, dance, recite poetry and perform elaborate ceremonies, such as the tea ceremony. During their apprenticeship and upon becoming a Geisha they will perform and act as a host for guests that visit tea houses. They will even act as hostesses at private parties or specially arranged occasions.

In Japanese culture they signify a dignified, elegant woman that is highly cherished by her audience. They are strongly identified as being an iconic element of Japanese culture along with Samurai, because of their unique role in Japanese society and their elaborate costume.

So if this sounds like you or like something you would like to try then you don’t have to go to Japan, get a geisha costume instead.

What is a Geisha Costume

Geisha go through an apprenticeship and their costume changes as the progress. Young Geisha’s are known as Maiko and tend to be more elaborately dressed. This includes makeup. As the Geisha gets older the costume and makeup are toned down as her skills as an entertainer are deemed more important and impressive to the audience.

All Geisha wear a Kimono, which is essentially a loose fitting, long sleeved robe. There are many different styles and types of Kimono. A popular type is known as the Furisode and it is popular for younger women. Apart from the type of Kimono worn, the elaborate patterns can make the robe truly unique.

The Geisha will wear an Obi or sash around the waist. The Obi also comprises an elaborate pattern and can complement the Kimono or be the most decorative part of the costume.

Other unique aspects of the costume are the sandals and socks. They may also wear raised soled clogs when outdoors.

They are also known for unique hairstyles and makeup. Again the makeup is more elaborate for the younger Geisha.

The kimono and obi clad Geisha, with pulled back hair and pale white make up is an image that people far and wide recognize as something uniquely Japanese.

Buy Geisha Costumes

Genuine Geisha costumes can cost upward of $10,000. So if you are looking for this style of costume for Halloween or a party, it is best you go for an imitation. Buy costumes have plenty to choose from.

Their choice ranges from character costumes like Madam Butterfly, through to fairly accurate imitations of the real thing. So you can really dress up as a Geisha if you so wish.

Other options that they have are more inspired by the idea of Geisha costumes but with their own particular touches added. These are generally sexy type outfits that are designed to get maximum attention for the wearer. They are sexy, flirtatious and fun but probably not advised to wear for trick or treating.

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