It is unquestionable that there are various clothing ensemble nowadays which will be perfect for your next costume party. All you need to do is browse through an internet costume site and search for your favorite. However, one of the best which, in other people's opinion, epitomize valor is the Spartan costume. Here are some of the articles of clothing that are often included in a Spartan costume set (these are based on the Frank Miller's epic film 300).
First of all, a tunic or toga is often worn. Most of the time, this garment will reach only the knees since warriors needed to be able to move well. You may also find one which merely has a skirt-like wrap. For instance, the Spartan Warrior costume for adults includes a maroon wrap with a leather waist band and golden trimmings at the hem.
Another important garment in Spartan clothing is the sweeping red or maroon cape. Historically, soldiers in the past wore capes because these can be used for various purposes, like blankets to keep warm at night. However, when they are in the middle of battle, these are thrown off because it will slow them down. Sometimes, these are secured with the help of shoulder epaulets or medallions.
Those two are the basic garments that Spartan warriors wore. However, the whole look would not be complete without the various accessories that they put on like the arm / wrist guards, shin / leg wraps, a helmet and breast plates. Today, these would really look good on any man. However, these were primarily used for protection in the past.
Of course, you would need a sword and a shield so that you can really be identified as a warrior (although in Sparta, everyone is trained to be a soldier). Unfortunately, in most costume ensembles for sale today, these two should be bought individually. Sandals are also sold separately.
Remember the beautiful and amazingly compelling wife of Leonidas? She is known as Queen Gorgon. In most historical accounts, she is very much like the character that the movie has portrayed her to be; as most Spartan women were supposed to be. She is tough, strong-willed and utterly sexy.
This means that women can also embody this very stunning queen on the next costume party that they will be attending. Often, it includes a very provocative, tight-fitting toga with slits on either side of the long, flowing skirt. You can also don on a cape as well as simple pieces of jewelry like bronze arm bands and necklaces.
Most of the time, the Spartan costume set offered for men in online costume shops comes in just one size. You will be lucky to find one which is available in two or more sizes so you need to check the measurements really well. Women are more fortunate in this regard but you still need to be very cautious in ordering the one which you think will fit you well.
With the popularity of the movie and the legendary discipline of Spartan warriors and their women, there is absolutely no wonder why a lot of people would want to wear a Spartan costume for the next Halloween party that they will be attending.
A Spartan Costume is one of the most popular Roman costumes that you can find. To see the most popular styles for the season, visit my favorite centurion costume website at http://centurioncostumes.net/spartan-costume.html.
