More than just an ancient beauty of antiquity, Cleopatra is an icon of feminine power. This extremely popular costume has women all over the world buying a Cleopatra Dress of their own for Halloween, costume parties, toga parties, Mardi Gras, and many other reasons to put on a costume.

So just who was Cleopatra that she has become such a phenomenon centuries later and around the globe. Even National Geographic has devoted an entire exhibition attributed to her story and involvement in history. This extravagant exhibition had it’s debut in June of 2010 at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. This exhibition, affectionately titled, “Cleopatra: The Search for the Last Queen of Egypt” focuses on the life, times, challenges, and successes of this ancient historical figure who lived from 69 to 30 B.C.

During her time as the Queen of Egypt, Cleopatra had the attention of two of the most powerful figures of her time; Julius Caesar, and Mark Antony. While her body has not been discovered yet, her legacy is woven throughout history.

There is no doubt about her influence in Egyptian power and her passion for the country itself. She devoted herself to re-establishing Egypt to it’s status of a super-power before the Roman Empire conquered the land and took over the history from that point forward. Before the Romans took over, Cleopatra had attempted to rule Egypt on her own. Normally her younger brother would have been the next to reign however, it is reported that she did not want that to be the case. Then in 48 B.C. she was forced out of power by ministers.

Knowing exactly what she wanted, she actually had herself delivered to Julius Caesar in an effort to gain his support. She knew that she would need to garner the support of the most powerful nation at the time. Apparently her efforts were successful, as Caesar restored her back to rule over Egypt with her brother, Ptolemy XIV as co-ruler by her side.

Her rich history as a powerful woman who knows how to get things done has made her an extremely popular figure. Of course, her beauty is something of legend as we don’t have any pictures of her. However, one can imagine how enchanting her looks must have been in order to lure the Emperor of Rome to do her favors.

This Cleopatra Dress is a bit more elaborate than one might be able to put together from a do-it-yourself point of view. Egyptian clothing was known for its intricate detail and, of course, it must shine and sparkle in the light from gold and jewels! Since a costume laden with jewels is probably out of the price range of the average costume wearer, there are many alternatives that will definitely get the job done.

The costume featured here is a great choice if your looking to do it right the first time. This costume is base-lined with an elegant white full-length satin gown that falls gracefully in all the right places, and has a golden satin sash around the waist. A matching gold satin apron drop is carefully folded to meet in the center where an emblematic cloth hangs in font carrying intricate Egyptian designs.

A gold, satin cape is attached to your arms with gold sequined arm bands, and falls beautifully around the back of the dress. Pulling the costume together is a sequin collar and an intricately beaded headpiece. This is one of the most elegant costumes, and for the right price.

This Cleopatra Dress tends to sell out fairly quickly during high volume seasons like Halloween, so I would not wait too long if you are considering this beautiful costume to add to your wardrobe. This is a head-turner, so don’t be surprised when you get asked a lot of questions about where they can find something similar. Just remember, you found it here and we have many more variations of costumes from this ancient time of glamorous beauty.

Who can forget the movie “Cleopatra” starring Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra and Richard Burton as Marc Antony? Now if you really want to cause a stir, have your date come as Marc Antony! To have the love of your life, to also come dressed as the love of Cleopatra’s. People will take notice of the both of you, when you come as a couple dressed as these two famous historical figures. What better effect, than to have Cleopatra on Marc Antony’s arm! Or maybe he’d rather be Julius Caesar. Caesar also had a romantic relationship with Cleopatra, so it would be every bit as fitting to have Caesar with Cleopatra.

What better way to spend Halloween that to be paired up with your one true love and relive the beauty and the pageantry of the Queen of the Nile.

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