The dark thriller, Black Swan, is just as much about the psychological tension as it is about the beautiful costumes. While the plot focuses on the young ballet dancer, Nina, who is on the verge of a break through or break down, her outstanding dance costumes almost take a starring role. With the popularity of this flick (Oscar buzz, we hear) and the pure gorgeousness of the ballet costumes, you can be pretty sure that women's costumes styled after Black Swan are going to be all the rage this coming masquerade and Halloween seasons.
The signature dance costume that is featured in all the movie trailers and posters is the black ensemble worn by Nina (Natalie Portman). Styled to artistically resemble a black swan, this ladies costume features a black bodice embellished with lots of sequins and a baroque style ballet tutu that sticks geometrically out from layers and layers of black tulle.
Added to this costume are the requisite tights with a seam in the back, ballet flats (toe shoes if you dare) and a dark silver tiara with black diamonds sparkling on the crown. If you are tying to replicate this look for your own Halloween costume, pull your hair back into a sleek bun worn low on the nape. Very pale, pale makeup covers the face and d?collet?, while elaborate face painting surrounds the eyes and forearms to look like a swan's feathers. The final touch is dark red lips.
While there is no officially licensed Black Swan costume out in the stores, women and girls who want to dress up as this distraught dancer can make do with many of the black ballerina costumes found online. Or, a simple black leotard and tutu will capture the look as well. Even men can go out in a Black Swan costume if they so desire! Jim Carrey has already spoofed Portman's character on "Saturday Night Live!"
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