How to Look Like Fancy Nancy...Without Even Trying

Today was "Dress Like Your Favorite Story Book Character" today at school! I had too much fun. You might not believe it...or maybe you will...I didn't have to buy a thing for my costume! Is it a bad thing that I am 25 years old and I have MORE than enough jewled tiaras, sparkley sequin tops, obnoxious beaded necklaces, feathery boas, fluffy tutu skirts, blingy bracelets, flowered and polka dot ribbons and hair bows, shiny purses, bright tights, and fabulous flats? I think not...all I was missing were her cute pink and white fold over socks, red curly hair (which my students were quick to point out,) and oversized red high heels. Let me just say, Ooo La La, I was trés chic!

Are you ready to fancify yourself and look as magnificent as Fancy Nancy? Read on...

1. First you will need a fluffy, frilly, FANCY dress. The more tule under the skirt, the better. A tu-tu would be absolutely perfect. Florals, sequins, lace, all fantastic places to begin. The more purple and pink the better!

2. What can be more royal than a tiara? You just must have a tiara, Fancy Nancy would never be seen without it. This can be picked up in the dress up section of WalMart or at a costume shop.

3. Shoes! Your feet need to be as extravagant as you are! Pick out a beautiful pair of high heels or sparkley flats and don't forget some frilly patterned socks to spruce up the look!

4. It's time to dazzle up your Fancy Nancy look. An outfit is never complete without accessories! A strand of pearls coupled with a dazzling necklace for your neck, a pair of gloves, a dainty little purse, and a feather boa will add the extra touch of glamour.

5. Don't forget your hair! Crimp, curl, and tease your hair into a fancy mess. And don't forget to acessorize with flowers, hair clips (with lots of glitter,) and headbands. There is no such thing as TOO FANCY!

Now you are a posh fashionistsa, just like our girl, Fancy Nancy! Be sure to use fancy words and throw a little French into your everyday conversation. Go get 'em glamour girl!

Our friend in first grade joined the dress up fun as the Paper Bag Princess!