s an adult, there are very few opportunities to go all out when it comes to fancy dress. Sure, there’s
Halloween and maybe the odd party or festival in the year along the way, but for the most part, we must toe the socially-acceptable sartorial line. And then, there’s Eurovision. The legendary and bonkers Song Contest is back, and this year it’s being held on home turf in
Liverpool. England’s Sam Ryder took the runner-up spot behind winners Kalush in the 2022 competition, and due to the ongoing conflict in the region, we’re hosting it on behalf of our Ukrainian
Friends this time around. The final is set to take place on Saturday, May 13. If you didn’t bag a ticket to the actual show (you’re not alone; they sold out in just 36 minutes), there’s no shortage of viewing parties taking place across the country to watch the epic
music extravaganza take place. You may even be hosting one yourself, and if you are, check out our for ideas on how to dress your space. And, if you’re looking for ideas on how to dress - well, look no further. We’ve pulled some of the greatest themes and looks around and curated a winning edit of the best to shine and stun at any Eurovision party. Naturally, glitter, sequins and disco-themes abound, as well as outfits that pay tribute to the Contest’s past winners as well as a few curveballs that wouldn’t look out of place on the finals stage itself. Get ready to turbo charge your fancy dress with the best Eurovision costume and accessories for men and
Women. If it’s good enough for
Queen Bey… As seen on
Beyoncé to promote her upcoming Renaissance tour, there has been no end of love for the mirror ball cowboy hat the megastar wore while sitting astride a crystal horse. In fact, the whole ensemble looks straight out of Eurovision, where final’s costumes often get the nuclear reaction from an expectant audience. While the OG maker of Beyoncé’s mirror ball hat, TrendingByAbby, is inundated with orders, you can get this dupe at a snip of her £247 RRP. You’ll feel like a Super Trooper in this metallic jumpsuit, finished with tiered flares and silver star applique for a cool 70s effect. Available in sizes 12 - 18, the piece features a lace-up fastening over the chest and a silver belt design on the waist. Eurovision is famous for serving looks as bonkers and brilliant as the tracks. Steal the spotlight at your Eurovision bash with a costume ready to shine on the main stage. This handcrafted mirrorball jumpsuit from Etsy seller Shamann Store has more than a touch of rockstar about it. It doesn’t come with the shoulder pads, but you can . It’s also the thing to this summer, though how you’ll navigate a portaloo in this outfit is future you’s problem. Fancy a new do for your Eurovision party? Leave the bleach alone and opt for a party wig instead. From Smiffys, this short bubblegum pink bob offers a mess-free makeover for one night only. Great for Eurovision, festivals and future fancy dress parties. Channel Eurovision host-vibes in this animal print jacket, which comes with matching trousers for those who want to go the whole hog. The fun piece fits the fancy dress brief without going too OTT and serves as an excellent base for future party outfits. Inspired by the aesthetic? Seventies looks are perfect for Eurovision party looks, and a jumpsuit offers an ideal all-in-one solution. This one is straight out of the retro
fashion playbook with silver star embroidery on inky black velvet and super flared sleeves. Team with a bandana and tambourine for the party. Available in sizes XS - XL. If ever there was a suit made to party - this would be it. The costume comprises a suit jacket and trousers in sizes S - XXL and is perfect for a night tearing up the (living room) dance floor. As well as multicolour, it’s available in single hues too with a grid pattern that looks to us like a mirrorball. Wear a t-shirt or ruffled shirt underneath, and brace for a deluge of compliments. For a head-to-toe look that’s guaranteed to ignite jealousy, these light-up trainers are up to the
Job. Made for adult feet in sizes 4-11, and in a range of shell colours, the LED lights flash through a range of rainbow hues, all controlled through switches in the lace eyelet area. Charging through a USB port takes a few hours for enough juice to keep them glowing for up to seven hours straight. Going for the coveted douze points with your fancy dress? It’s the finishing touches that can make or break a look and this face gem creation could be the extra detail you need to win your Eurovision fancy dress contest. Held together with clear plastic strips to keep the pattern intact you can reuse it by dotting onto the back. Paint yourself in rainbow hues with Amy Lynn’s disco-ready mini. Covered in coloured sequin discs, it comes in sizes 8 - 12 and features crossback straps for added ventilation. Festival clobber is perfect for Eurovision; this tiered Nasty Gal jacket is case in point. Made from tinsel (turns out it’s not just for Christmas), there are seven short layers that come to life when swishing and shimmying on the dancefloor. The beauty of this piece is it can be worn over practically anything and still make you look party-appropriate. If you’re looking for fun little favours to dish out to guest, you’ll get bang for your buck with this sunglasses set. Ideal as place settings or photobooth props, the star-shaped frames offer an easy way to dish out Eurovision joy to your friends and family. Sometimes a hat is all you need to get into the party spirit. This cowboy-style is made for
British Eurovision fans with a feather trim and the Union Jack in a gold glitter frame featured on the top. Can’t think what to wear for Eurovision glory? Kick things off with AllSaints, where the footwear has partytime written all over it. Our choice are these metallic leather cowboy boots, which have that rare quality of fancy dress in that they can be dressed up or down as the occasion calls. Giddy up. Sizes 3 - 7. A party frock you can roll out long after Eurovision, this multicoloured sequin dress is cut in a 50s rockabilly style. The high waistline and sweetheart neckline are super flattering and will work for festivals as well as any parties. It comes in sizes S - 2XL.