| Getting all dressed up for Cinco de Mayo is a big | | | | the look while you dance the night away. |
| part of the fun. You can go with a costume or | | | | For men, look for loose, comfortable pants and a |
| you may prefer traditional garb. This is lots of fun | | | | simple white shirt. If you have access to a woven |
| and can add excitement to the celebration. It | | | | serape or poncho, wear it. Use a bandana or |
| never hurts to look great, do not worry about | | | | sombrero to finish your party outfit. Boots work |
| being shy! Pull out all the stops and have fun with | | | | well as shoes. Put on a smile and you are ready |
| your colorful attire. | | | | to party. |
| Costumes are a great way to go; let your | | | | Many costume shops have all these outfits to |
| imagination go wild. With a white flowing shirt, | | | | rent or buy. Everything you could want is there in |
| large sombrero, and black slacks, you have | | | | their lofts of costumes, from the bandito to the |
| become a musician. A serape is great to add, all | | | | salsa dancer or peasant. They have reasonable |
| you have to do is throw it on your shoulder and | | | | prices and you will have the perfect garments to |
| then grab a guitar, and you have the look. If you | | | | celebrate the day. Make sure you book your |
| want a really authentic look rent a Mariachi band | | | | costume early so you get your favorite. Wait too |
| costumes from a shop or go online to find one. | | | | long and you must choose from what is left on |
| Another costume option would be to dress as a | | | | the rack. |
| Mexican revolutionary. Get out your sombrero, | | | | Now that you are dressed for the part, it is time |
| paste on a large black mustache and put | | | | to enjoy all those delicious Mexican recipes you |
| bandoliers across your shoulders. Carry a toy rifle | | | | have been dreaming about. Cheesy enchiladas, |
| and a tequila bottle and you will be all set. | | | | fruity granitas, creamy flan... all of them are |
| If traditional clothing is what you prefer, you have | | | | waiting for you to dig right in and enjoy them. Be |
| got it made. A white peasant blouse off one | | | | careful not to drip anything on your nice outfit, |
| shoulder can be great for women. Bright colored | | | | though. |
| skirts with ruffles add a great look. The Mexican | | | | Cinco de Mayo's enjoyment can be increased by |
| flag colors work great, look for clothes that are a | | | | a little dress up. These attractive and traditional |
| festive green, red, and white. These colors work | | | | outfits for Mexican holidays are comfortable. |
| great for many historical days in Mexico. Bright | | | | There are few options for dressy garments that |
| colored ribbons used to tie back the hair is a | | | | fit these criteria. So, sit back and dress for the |
| great touch; flowers made from tissue paper are | | | | occasion. Cinco de Mayo is a great party, have |
| fun pin to your hair also. Huaraches or leather | | | | fun, and dress the part. |
| sandals are comfy and a great way to complete | | | | |