How to Make an Annie Costume
Annie is a favorite of little girls everywhere. Since the musical of the same name appeared on Broadway in the '70s, it has been cherished by children the world over. The character of Annie has existed since 1924, when Harold Gray created the comic strip. You can continue this proud, fun tradition by dressing you or your daughter as Annie for Halloween. Here's how to do it.
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Watch the 1982 movie musical starring Aileen Quinn. It will inspire you as you create your costume. It is likely that you will want to emulate Annie's iconic image as it appears in the finale. This article will focus on that image, which revolves around Annie's classic red dress.
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Locate a plain, simple red dress. The perfect find woud feature a white collar and a white sash at the waist. If not, don't fear: You can add these items yourself. A simple white sash added to the waist of a simple, straight red dress makes a perfect Annie costume!
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Obtain black tap shoes. They are the perfect accompaniment for the dress, and little girls love illustrating the tapping finale in the number "Together At Last."
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Focus on the hair. A red wig with short, curly hair should be fastened securely to the head. Practice jumping around in the wig to determine if it will stay in place when you or your daughter is on the go.
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Add any accessories you choose. Some Annie impersonators like to add vintage trinkets, such as a pin bearing the image of Annie. But with a character this iconic and unmistakable, such accoutrements aren't absolutely necessary. It's all up to you.
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Have fun and enjoy your costume to the fullest!
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Tips & Warnings
If your daughter is going to be Annie for Halloween, consider having you and your husband dress as Grace and Daddy Warbucks, as a character support system. For wackier accompaniment, dress as Miss Hannigan and Rooster!
