How to Put on a Toga

The iconic toga, perfect for your school's toga party.

Whether for Halloween or just a costume party, togas are lots of fun. The best thing about a toga costume is that nearly everyone has access to one whether they know it or not. There is no need to go out and buy a toga costume; simply use your bed sheet. Togas are comfortable, soft, flowing, easy to put on and are a really easy costume to create if you're running a little late.

Things You'll Need

• 1 clean white twin bed sheet
• 4 safety pins

Instructions

1. Wrap the bed sheet around your waist. Depending on the length of the bed sheet and your waist size, once or possibly twice may be required.

2. Pin the sheet at your waist where the sheet overlaps.

3. Wrap the remaining end of the sheet around a shoulder, back around and down to where the first safety pin was attached, and pin again with a second safety pin.

4. Attach the two extra pins under the toga in case one of the first two break.

Tips & Warnings

• Wearing something under the toga could prove to be a good idea if your toga party turns into a toga-tugging party.

• Leather sandals and a crown made of leafy twigs or small branches can really complete the look.

References

• Tie a Toga: How To Tie a Toga and Instructions