I 'member going out with a suit and tie and horn rimmed glasses, and a Fedora hat with a prominent Daily Planet Press card stuck in the band.
A GF of mine dressed up as Rosie the Riveter, complete with coveralls, red bandana, fake Union buttons and patriotic buttons I printed up for her. She won the contest. I'msure it was because of the skill I used in faking the buttons.
I, me, I don't do any costuming any more, since people just think I'm an overage Hippie anyhow in my regular garb. My pony tail is getting a little thin, though. :)
Terry