Masquerade Ball: Frozen-Inspired Costume

“And after all,

what is a lie,

'tis but the truth

in a masquerade.”

--Alexander Pope

I attended a Masquerade Ball party last month, and this could be an inspiration for dressing up like Elsa, from the movie Frozen, this Halloween.

The Masquerade Ball began in Venice, Italy and it dates back to the 15^th century. Traditionally they held elegant and formal occasions. Today, Masquerade Balls doesn't have such stuffy Renaissance dresses. The outfit you choose to wear depends on who you are, and it also reflects on the events. It's all about mystery and intrigue that counts.

Every two years the Philippines Nurses Association of Oregon and Washington (PNAOW) holds a masquerade party, which is a fundraising event to raise funds for their medical mission in the Philippines. It benefits the less fortunate people and victims of natural disasters, like typhoons and earthquakes. Our good friend Madonna was formerly the president. I always like to support a good cause, and at the same time, I also have fun.

Choosing a costume is hard and time consuming because there are endless choices. This is about transforming yourself from the old era or into a character that you would like to portray. It can be Victorian, fantasy, or Gothic. I'm not into elaborate and stuffy outfits, which are heavy and difficult to pull off. Instead, I chose the Frozen-inspired costume. It is currently one of the top Disney animated movies. Another thing to consider is choosing the mask that complements the dress. Choose a mask and wear it well, so that no one can guess your identity once you enter the ballroom.

The occasion was a success, and I had lots of fun. I also won the Best Costume for the female  category.