California Costumes Women's Spartan Queen Costume

The California Costumes Women's Spartan Queen outfit worked great! It also arrived a day earlier than expected which was wonderful since I had gotten a costume earlier from a different website that didn't fit and didn't have much time to find a new one before the costume party I was to attend. I paired the dress with some gold: nail polish, bracelets,earrings and a large necklace. Lots of compliments. Ok, about the costume: it is heavier nylon-ish fabric as indicated by other reviewers. The lower band around the waist was a little tight (also as indicated by other reviewers). I am 5'3 and 105 lbs, I ordered the small. The elastic waist fit fine if I didn't wear it on my hips...but I wanted it on the hips (looks better) so I just cut a little bit of the elastic in the back of the dress (I un-stitched the fabric a little to access the elastic). Cutting it a little was good enough to sit comfortably on the hips, although my intention is to add ~an inch sometime in future, we shall see. If I had worn my medium height gold sandal heals with the dress it would not have been too short (about the length of that shown in the picture), the dress hung just below the ground with bare feet. I kept with the bare feet b/c it was my party so I didn't have to drive anywhere. The arm band was WAY too big for my arm, I used double sided tape to make it fit my arm, although safety pins would have worked too. Also, as indicated by other reviewers, it will be difficult to wear a bra with the dress since the back is completely open except for the halter tie around the neck and a ~1 inch tie around the middle of the back. A bra strap would probably not fit under the tied strip b/c the fabric there is extremely thin, not like the rest of the costume and when it ties it is not wide enough for a bra strap. The chest area in the front had a good amount of extra room, would work for someone w/C or maybe D sized tatas depending on your frame. My B grade ones were a little lost at first but that was fixed by tying the halter a little tighter, because of how the fabric is bunched/gathered in that area I got away without a bra just fine. Overall, I would recommend this costume, it is simple, does not look as cheap as some other costumes, a good price (can't beat $20), okay fit and good shipping speed (shipped to MD). It was a real hit.

First thing that stood out, as a few other reviewers have said, great thick quality material (yes, you need to wear nude undies as it is white after all and a little see thru on the bum). Also agree the waist is snug- too snug for me, but, I fixed that. (I'm a petite, size 4, 6ish) By snipping the inside of the white band/waistline on either end as it meets the black and gold, then reaching in and cutting the elastic, on either end, I was able to pull it right out. I thought I may have needed to add something else as it would be too loose- not at all, it fit me just right and now sits lower on the hips. The material where the elastic was looks a little wonky, but, that can be ironed down smooth. The other adjustments that need doing- as other reviewers had said, the torso section is too short. As in the distance between the two black and gold bands is too small- the gap shown in between the panels on the stomach in the picture here- not really something that shows. If you pull the halter portion up and tie it to be nice and supportive, it pulls the waist up too high. If you put the waist where it should be, creates an awkward chestage area. So, I cut it- where the stomach sections meet the black and gold waist band, essentially making two pieces- the skirt (now sitting on the waist) and a halter with the two pieces dropped down- I then cut those off and will add back two longer white panels to go from the top to the bottom to keep the look. One last adjustment- the Spartan queen look is meant to be spare strips of material covering the chest, for a minimalist look (Queen Gorgo, "300"). As much as it's nice coverage on this dress, it's too close together at the cleavage part- loses that Greek/Roman look. So, I carefully snipped some thread to pull the white cloth a bit further apart, creating that plunge- making the gold band look as if it's an independent piece. The arm band fit me just right- will probably use fashion tape to make sure it stays the night I wear it. Overall, yes, seems like a lot of adjustments, but, for the price, tailoring it a bit, still worth it. If cutting and tailoring make you nervous, have sew savvy friend so it or take to a tailor. I may even change the tie area(s) to leather, chain or something more authentic looking!! (I've apparently seen too many "300" pics of Lena Headey!) Length, a wee long, side parts touched ground with heels on, but, I like the effect (I'm 5'1"). Pairing with Rubie's Costume Goddess Sandals, Gold, medium, that I ordered from Amazon and reviewed those as well. (Also, added front slit to dress also to show off those great shoes)

OK, I understand it is just a halloween costume and I paid under $30. So I did get what I paid for and I shouldn't complain. I wanted to leave some information so others can make their own judgement. I am 5'9 and 115 and bought a size small. This hits the top of my ankles when I wear high heels, nothing hits the ground. It does fit snug and the elastic will give additional room as needed. However the fabric (polyester) is stiff and does not "flow". It is thick-ish (is that a word?)and the bodice is double layered for modesty, wearing a bra may be tricky unless you don't care if the back strap shows. And speaking of modesty, unlike the picture, there is no spacing in between the two panels of fabric that cover the front bodice. Kinda takes away the whole peek-a-boo aspect of the costume I was looking forward to. The two draping panels, because the fabic is stiff do not, will not, lie (lay? I forgot my grammar) flat in the picture but instead bow out like two sails in the wind. The oppostie of sexy. I'll still wear this, my friends didn't see the picture on Amazon that made me buy it and if all goes well, I am going to have a great time no matter what I am wearing. So I gave it four stars being that it is under $30, made well and still a bargain.

As lots of others commented, the bodice and center are not split like in the picture. I ripped a few stitches in the middle and folded the edges back to open it a bit on both the bodice and middle and stitched them down. It's hemmed on the bodice edges, double layered fabric, so I couldn't just cut it. I do find the top a little bulky, but I am also small, so it would probably be better for someone built a bit bigger. Full coverage on the boobs. Not see-through at all. I'm a full C cup and it fits well. I'm not a perky C cup, but the tie band under the boobs gives enough support that a bra is not needed. I'm 5'1" and the skirt itself hangs right at my ankles but the swag pieces are much longer and drag the ground. I tacked the ends up to the back of the waist because I didn't want to cut them and it adds a little coverage over the butt and gives a little movement at the back. It's nice, thick material, I am not sure what the 'sheer' rating is for, whether a little or a lot, so I went right in the middle. Would definitely recommend. I am going to add elastic to the armband because I have fat arms.

This is a good costume but it does not look the same way it does in the picture. The costume is not as open as in the picture and I actually had to use pins to open mine to make it look appealing. The material does look a little cheap and I would only by this outfit for a toga party, not for a halloween party. I actually ended up wearing another costume to halloween celebration. The costume is great for someone who is tall but I am only 5'3 so it looked somewhat awkward on me.

I got this dress for Halloween for my Medusa outfit, and let me tell you, this dress is GORGEOUS! It's even prettier in person. The fabric is soft, stretchy, and drapes beautifully. I couldn't really see the detail to this dress online, but it's so sexy. The front is open all the way to the waist, but the dress is such that you can adjust it yourself to however open you'd like it. The back is completely open, however. I did not wear a bra with this, but the fabric is thick enough that I was quite comfortable. I'm short, though, 5'3, and the side panels were a bit long. I wore this dress twice this past Halloween ('13), and both times the hem of the long panels came away filthy from dragging on the ground. I weight 135, and am very curvy in the hips. The Small fit me perfectly. I got so many compliments! I seriously couldn't believe my eyes when I put the dress on. I wish I had more occasions to wear it! My only advice is to be very careful with the front drapes. When I took the dress off, one of the loops of fabric passed through the dress the wrong way, and it took me forever to figure out how it was supposed to hang again. Just take care putting it on. It's also quite the challenge to iron, so leave yourself extra time when you're getting ready.

Please let me start this off by saying I rarely write reviews.... Ok, I looked for a while before choosing a costume, then read tons of other reviews on this particular costume, finally deciding to go ahead and buy it because it was very affordable. Well......I got what I paid for. Out of the package it looked incredibly cheap. The waistline does not fall like on the model, it comes nearly to my natural waist. Then the elastic is bunched in the back and is disgustingly cheap looking. So after thinking on it some, I remembered a review I read that said to cut that elastic piece, so I did. Well that wasn't a good idea either, because all of that material that was so bunched up with the elastic intact, is now loose and floppy. I was also about to sew in a slip for the bottom because it is so thin, I could not find a single pair of panties to wear under it without them clearly showing through (I tried nude seamless hip huggers to white lace thongs), but I decided to hurry and buy a different costume and pitch this one. I also can't help but feel like this model has to be incredibly short and then the costume should be very long on her judging by the way it fit me. I have to give it some credit, I am very busty (34 DDD) and it was able to cover and control the girls while I had it tried on. I have no way of knowing how it would do at an actual party and now cannot return the piece of junk because of my attempts to make it wearable. :( It looks adorable and could be a very cute costume if they would make some adjustments in their pattern, or at least be honest about how it actually looks for those online shoppers.

I received my costume this morning! I ordered through Amazon, and as always it was here in 2 days! (I'm a Prime) It came in a package like you would see at any store. I purchased the size Small (6-8) and the fit was incredible! I'm about 5'1"-5'2" and weigh about 105 or so. It ties at the neck, and at the waist, so there really is a bit of flexibility in the sizing I think. The elastic fits low on the hips, and is a little bulky, but nothing terrible. I was amazed at how thick the fabric was, and there is double thick fabric at the bust area, and quite a bit of coverage.(I'm a 34C) The trim looks really nice too! The little armband, had a little too much elastic exposed for my taste, but doesn't really take away from the overall look. I put this on and felt like a Goddess! This is a really great costume, especially for the price! It really does look way more expensive! Hope this helps! Happy Halloween!

Nice fit and design!!! Sexy without showing too much. Lots of fabric in the front, but the back is a bit see through. Still love it though! I am 5’7 and 130 pounds; I ordered the medium and the small. Even though the medium was a little big on top (lots of fabric), that was the best size for me. The small was surprisingly a little tight around the waist, so that was the size that was returned. No problem returning either.

Costume "carnevalesco" ben fatto! Il tessuto non risulta trasparente ma abbastanza coprente. Veste perfettamente.

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Loved this costume....as did my partner....is good fun and is sexy (as in the title) My only gripe is that I am normally a size 12....so ordered the large 10-12.....but found it a little on the large side....felt it could have done with being a bit tighter. Overall a good buy....

Super verarbeitet und passt wie erwartet. Eine absolute Kaufempfehlung, wir sind sehr zufrieden. Würde es immer wieder kaufen, top, top, top.