Things You'll Need:
- Mexican attire or costume
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Step 1
Opt for hues of red, white and green (the colors of the Mexican flag) or other pretty, bright colors when you choose your Cinco de Mayo outfit.
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Step 2
Work a few pieces of traditional Mexican attire into your Cinco de Mayo ensemble. Classic examples include sombreros, twirly skirts, cowboy boots or huaraches (leather sandals), colorful wraps and serapes, embroidered shirts and ponchos. Little girls often wear red and green ruffled dresses with wide skirts.
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Step 3
Dress up to look like one of Mexico's favorite historical figures. Some of the best known include Emiliano Zapata, Frida Kahlo, Octavio Paz, Benito Juarez, Cesar Chavez and Pancho Villa. For example, if you choose to dress like Pancho Villa, you can wear a large black mustache, a large sombrero a dark shirt with bandoliers and a pair of white pants.
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Step 4
Assume the role of a traditional Mexican mariachi musician by donning a pair of black pants, tucked-in white shirt and a large sombrero. Place a folded, striped serape over your shoulder and carry an accordion or guitar around with you as a prop.
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Step 5
Choose something simple but classic if you don't feel like going all out. Women can wear brightly colored long and full skirts that flow all of the way down to the ankles. Pair the skirt with a breezy white blouse, which can be worn off your shoulders. Don't forget to pull your hair back and tie it up neatly with bright ribbons.
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Step 6
Explore the different options for men and boys. A classic outfit might consist of a white shirt, colorful serape, loose fitting pants and a pair of huaraches. Don't forget to add a sombrero. Authentic western clothes (large belt buckles, snap-button shirts, broken-in jeans) also make good choices.
