How Do You Look Like An Egyptian Queen?
Most Egyptian pharaohs were male, but the handful of known females has captured the modern imagination. Cleopatra is perhaps the best-known yet most mysterious Egyptian queen. Others include Nefertiti and Hatshepsut. Costume stores sell Cleopatra costumes in all price ranges, but many people prefer to create their own. To give the costume a personalized spin, focus on replicating the style of dress that was popular among Ancient Egyptian queens rather than trying to mirror a specific queen’s look. Choose a simple dress or bikini top and skirt. Low-cut, semi-sheer fabrics are best. Look for flowing, pleated items. White was popular among the wealthy, but black is a dramatic choice for evening. Add a shawl or short cape. Shiny metallic gold contrasts beautifully with either white or black. In cold weather, choose wool, which was occasionally worn in ancient Egypt. If the weather is warm, linen is an excellent choice. Apply dramatic eye makeup. Egyptian queens were known for bold makeup t
