Avatar is a movie that adults and children around the world have come to love. With its award winning cinematography, special effects and memorable characters, it is no wonder that children are fascinated with the characters. Here are some tips to help you make your own avatar costumes for kids.
Children like to emulate characters on the big screen. They like the security of being someone that they have a relationship with. Whether your child wants to be Neytiri or Jake Sully, you can be sure to find an easy way to make their character come to life.
A Neytiri costume includes a jumpsuit with a tail, an apron (which covers the crotch), a gauntlet, and beads. The jumpsuit, which has a full back zip closure makes it easy to get in and out of in case of sudden pit stops. Your child will still need a wig, or to braid their hair to create the traditional Na'vi hair style.
For those who want to dress as Jake Sully, most boys will be able to pull this off with their current wardrobe. Find an old pair of kakhi pants, a long sleeve blue turtleneck, and an expedition style jacket or shirt to go over the shirt.
Dr. Grace's costume uses many elements of Neytiri's costume - with a subtle twist. Dr. Grace often wears a tank top and a pair of jeans in her Avatar form. She also wears a necklace that has a large circular pendant on it, and feathers in her hair.
Face painting can be an excellent way to make your child's Avatar costume truly theirs. Apply a base coat of blue bodypaint to the neck, ears, face and lips. Then paint black stripes, radiating from the crown to the center of the face. Apply blush for a bit of color, then paint tiny dots in white between the lines. Your child can put on paper ears using bobby pins. They can also stick feathers in their hair using the same technique.
While many of the Avatar costumes for kids, especially the Sully costumes offer your child the ability to use a mask, remember to safety while trick or treating. Masks offer limited visiblility, making it difficult for children to see and be seen. Trick or treat in groups, preferably with an adult.
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