The ABC's of Book Week 2023
THE ABC’S OF BOOK WEEK 2023
Are you wondering what to dress up as for Book Week?
With the incredible theme:
Your options are endless!
So, with the theme in mind, let’s look at the ABCs of Book Week 2023!
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Alice’s journey through Wonderland is one of the most beloved children’s stories in history! Step into an enchanting realm and join such classic figures as The Mad Hatter, Tweedle Dee & Dumb, Cheshire Cat and Queen of Hearts for a truly magical reading adventure this Book Week!
BARBIE
With her classic Barbie dolls and a never-ending variety of storylines, who hasn’t been inspired by the magic of Barbies? From ‘Barbie & Friends’ to spinning up grand adventures with ‘Barbie’s Classic Fairy Tales’, bring out your inner ballerina as you relive the timeless storybook tales!
CINDERELLA
Step into the magical world of a timeless fairy tale and be whisked away on an unforgettable journey! Cinderella, her prince charming, and her delightfully helpful fairy godmother are all perfect choices for your Book Week costume. Imagine yourself in that enchanted pumpkin carriage or even wearing those glass slippers – you won’t forget this classic story anytime soon!
DOROTHY
Dust off your ruby slippers and join Dorothy as she journeys to the magical land of Oz! Come with Tinman, Scarecrow and The Cowardly Lion on a marvellous adventure this Book Week. Put together an unforgettable group costume that celebrates one of our most beloved family classics. There’s no place like home...unless it’s down the Yellow Brick Road!
ELSA
Gather your beloved sister Anna and dive into a mystical, far-off realm as the powerful Snow Queen Elsa. Make lifelong memories with all your favourite Frozen characters when you join them for a marvellous escapade in celebration of Book Week!
FIONA
Step into the magical kingdom of Far, Far Away and meet Princess Fiona - an unstoppable force with a song in her heart! Whether you choose to embody this inspiring princess as either human or ogre form, she is sure to be the hit at your Book Week parade. And don’t forget Shrek! This beloved fairy-tale couple would make a fabulous, paired costume for Book Week.
GENIE
Book Week is your chance to break free from the confines of real life and become a magical Genie! Take on an awe-inspiring journey with Aladdin - you’ll never know how long it could be – so make sure you’re ready for some neck crickin’ fun!
HARLEY QUINN
From her murky past with the Joker, to flying high with a dreadful gang of girls! Harley Quinn has been on an unexpected journey. Elevating from a criminal mind-shrinker in Arkham Asylum and into Gotham City’s dark heart as crime royalty - she certainly knows how to break hearts and make headlines! Any costume recreation for this comic book queen will leave you feeling powerful; find that your perfect look for Book Week, if you dare...
ISABELLA
Disney’s latest masterpiece, Encanto, takes viewers on a magical journey with the Madrigal family. The eldest daughters are bursting with enchanting powers - but it is Isabella who has captivated audiences everywhere for her extraordinary ability to make flowers bloom and plants thrive! Who wouldn’t want that power? Enchant your imagination for Book Week and join in an unforgettable experience fit for any fairy tale lover.
JESSE
Hey y’all, jump on your horses and get ready for a wild ride! It’s time to gallop into Book Week - with Jessie from Toy Story leading the way. She’ll show you how bein’ goofy is always better than goin’ it alone (just like Woody, Buzz, and Lil Bo Peep). Get creative and have some fun – book charades ahead!!!
KRISTOFF
Kristoff Bjorgman is the lovable mountain man from Disney’s smash hits, Frozen and Frozen 2! He sets out to help fearless Anna on her quest for true love - only realising along the way that he’s head over heels for her too. With an undying dedication towards supporting his beloved in all of life’s adventures...Kristoff definitely deserves a top spot as one of your book week costume ideas this year!
LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD
Little Red has become a timeless symbol of courage, bravery, and wit. Facing the dangers lurking in the depths of an enchanted forest, she perseveres to reach her Granny’s cottage...only to find it occupied by none other than a malicious Wolf! But never fear - with quick thinking and help from one kindly lumberjack, our beloved heroine manages to outsmart this marauder until everyone is safe again! What character will you be as you embark on your own magical Book Week story? Will you choose brave-hearted Red? The cunning wolf? Or perhaps that gallant woodcutter comes just in time?
MINNIE MOUSE
For the fun and fabulous Book Week look, why not add a little cuteness to your wardrobe with Minnie Mouse! This enchanting character has been delighting Disney fans since she joined forces with Mickey in Club House days. Dress up like this iconic female counterpart for an unforgettable experience full of magical memories.
NURSE CLEMENTINE
What happens when Clementine Brown is determined to be a nurse? On her birthday, she gets the perfect outfit for it - but can this little girl make any patient better with her special skill set? Will Dads stubbed toe and Mum’s headache stand against such an enthusiastic caregiver as Clementine... even Fido got some bandages! Is there anyone who won’t benefit from having an adorable costume-clad kid taking care of them during book week?!
OOMPA LOOMPA
Unleash the magical fun of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory this book week, with Oompa Loompas! These lovable little workers bring a cacophony of excitement to your costume, perfect for bringing Roald Dahl’s classic tale alive. Put on their iconic green hair and vibrant costumes - all you need is some imagination to make an unforgettable statement.
PEPPA PIG
Peppa and George’s charm has been captivating young ones for years! These adorable British piggy characters are a perfect pick-me-up that is sure to bring smiles in any book week dress up.
QUEEN OF HEARTS
For the storybook lover, there’s nothing more befitting than transforming into Alice in Wonderland’s infamous Queen of Hearts. Give your wardrobe a royal touch as you take on her distinctive loud and mean demeanour - it’ll make ‘off with her head’ sound like a phrase meant for fun! It won’t just look wonderful your book week parade; it will bring to life one of literature’s most captivating characters!
RAPUNZEL
Thousands of little princesses are preparing to twirl and whirl, as they adorn the classic look of Rapunzel at Book Week parades. With magical golden locks cascading down their back, these fairytale children will bring a bit of enchantment everywhere they go!
SLEEPING BEAUTY
On her 16th birthday, the Princess discovered a mysterious spinning wheel. In an instant she was cast into a deep sleep waiting for true love’s kiss to break its magical spell! Celebrating Aurora’s timeless story at book week is sure to be enchanting and unforgettable...
TINKERBELL
As if sprinkled with fairy dust, Tink has fluttered her way into the hearts of children around the world! Her classic green dress and cute messy bun have become as iconic as Peter Pan himself. Wherever she goes, magic follows in her wake, and that means Book Week celebrations too.
UNICORN
Keeping with a magical theme, we have the most magical of all the storybook creatures, the unicorns! Throughout literature the unicorn is regarded as a symbol of magic and mystery, making the ethereal creature a great dress up option for Book Week parades!
VIOLET BEAUREGARD
With her keen talent, confidence and passion for gum-chewing, Violet Beauregard is one of the unforgettable antagonists from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Even though she was eliminated during the tour to Willy Wonka’s factory, you can celebrate this unique character by dressing up as a vibrant “Violet your turning Violet” at your book week parade!
WONDER WOMAN
Wonder Woman, princess of the Amazons and defender of justice - who wouldn’t want to step into her heroic shoes for a day? Diana of Themyscira captures hearts as one of the world’s first superheroes, descending from both noble Queen Hippolyta and powerful Zeus. Transform yourself in an ultimate costume this Book Week; be inspired by the formidable Justice League co-founder!
XU XIALING
As the newly appointed leader of the Ten Rings Organization, you are sure to make an impressive entrance for your upcoming Book Week celebrations. Transform into Xu Xialing - a legendary figure in Chinese folklore and unlock mysterious martial arts powers when you don an officially licensed Shang-Chi and the Legend of The Ten Rings costume!
YELLOW WIGGLE
What better way to show your love for the beloved Yellow Wiggle than with this great Book Week costume idea? Whether you’re a fan of Greg or Emma, their signature yellow clothing is sure to make any school event truly unforgettable!
ZEBRA
Struggling with the hardest letter of them all, Z? Why not go wild and dress up as one of our favourite zebras: mascot-extraordinaire Marty in Madagascar, feisty racing star Striped or lovable friends Peppa Pig’s own duo -Zuzu and Zaza are all fantastic animal themed book week costumes!
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Now that’s we’ve made our way through the entire alphabet, have you found the perfect Book Week costume?
If you’re still stumped, there are a few things to remember when picking a Book Week costume…
If You Can Read it, You Can Be It!!
Pick A Book (Any book is OK! Even comic books or history books are an option!)
Choose Your Character
Find a Costume!
Dress Up and Have Fun!
One last thing before I go… don’t forget, we love to see everyone’s Book Week Costumes!
Tag us on social media @heavencostumes and use the hashtag #heavencostumes for a chance to be featured on our socials and website!
Until Next Time….
