Giving your guests a letter as a costume theme is quite common and can make for some very interesting ideas for costumes. You have a few options...

• Allow guests to dress up in a costume related to their initials (or just first name if you want to narrow their choices)
• Ask guests to dress up in costumes related to your initials
• Choose 1 or 2 letters that they have to find a related costume for.

To be honest, when you first send out your invitations, many of your guests will be very confused as to what you are asking. I would suggest that in the invitation you do give them a good explanation. If your guests are confused, they may not even attempt to dress up, or worse, not attend your party.

I would include some costume suggestions for various letters, just to get their brain cells working a bit. If you really want to help, why not print out this page, and my other hubs so you have a complete A-Z list of possible costumes.

So, this hub will concentrate on costumes beginning with K. K has proven to be quite difficult and there is not a great amount of choice to be honest. Look for links to my other alphabet hubs if you also need help for another letter. If you have any great ideas for costumes for the letter K, pop them in the comments box at the end and I will add them in. I can answer all your costume related questions on any subject, just write them in the comment box.

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Kaiser Bill - Nickname given to German Emperor, Wilhelm II. Use military uniform, spiked German hat and large handle-bar moustache.

Kaftan- Middle East/Oriental origin. Large shapeless gown with sleeves, can be simple or ornate. Was favoured in the 60's/70's and sported by Demis Roussos.

Kangaroo - Possibly only hire costumes available.

Karen Carpenter- Female half of the popular 1970's group 'The Carpenters'.

Ken - Long-time partner of the famous Barbie doll.

Kenny Everett- famous radio DJ and television entertainer. Sid Snot, Cupid Stunt, The American General and Brother Lee Love were just a few characters see in his TV series.

Kermit- Sesame Street superstar. Possibly only available to hire, masks and face bops available to help create the look.

Keystone Cop- Twentieth Century police uniform, navy blue, trimmed with gold braiding around cuffs and collar. Police accessories such as large sliver badge and truncheons available to purchase.

Kid Creole- 1950's American Zoot suit, long jacket with padded shoulders, baggy trousers with tapered hem and white or black fedora.

Krusty The Clown - From the television series The Simpsons. Official costume is available to purchase.

King (The) - Who else can it be but Elvis!

King Alfred- Anglo-Saxon ruler(849-99), built the first English naval fleet. Anglo Saxon tunic and armour available to hire or buy from fancy dress shops.

King Arthur- Legendary medieval King and husband to Queen Guinevere. Medieval robes and armour/crowns available to hire from fancy dress shops.

King John- Best known for his involvement in the signing of the Magna Carter. Royal Medieval costumes available to hire.

King Henry VIII - Infamous Tudor king (1491 - 1597) and had six wives, 2 of which he had beheaded! Ornate Tudor costume with an auburn beard.

King Kong - Giant ape first seen in 1933. Gorilla suit, head and hands available to hire. Gorilla mask available to buy in fancy dress shops.

King Midas - turned everything he touched into gold. Wear a Grecian robe and crown.

King Of Hearts- One of Disney's well known kings, use a long red robe with white trimming and crown . A Santa's outfit could be used.

King of The Jews - Jesus costume available to purchase or make up your own with an old sheet.

King of Siam - Principal character from 'The King and I'. Wear ornate oriental trousers and waistcoat.

King Rat- Arch-villain in the Dick Whittington patomime.

King Richard I- Richard the Lionheart. Red and white tabard, medieval armour and knight costumes. To take it one step further a one man horse could be available to hire.

Kitten - Use any cat kit or costume.

Klingon - Warrior/ Alien race in the fictional series 'Star Trek'.

Knave of Hearts- Another character from 'Alice and Wonderland'. Wear black pantaloons, black tunic, red/yellow tights. Knave playing card tabard and tarts can also help create your look.

Knight - Many variations are available to purchase

Koala Bear - Possibly only hire costumes available.

Kronos - The leader and youngest of the first generation of Titans. Use a Grecian robe.

Kung Fu - Black martial art tunic, trousers and headband.

Kylie Minogue - 1980's/1990's Australia pop star, her outfits vary with her current videos and fashion. Also known for elaborate costumes while on tour.

Kate Bush- Known for wearing gothic costumes in the 70s and 80s.

Kate Winslett- You will need to look at the films Kate has starred in and dress up in that character. For example, you could go as Rose from Titanic or Marianne from Sense and Sensibility

Kate Moss- You could pair up with a photographer here who follows you everywhere you go taking pictures. Need to wear very trendy clothes and smoke a fake cigarette.

Kurt Russell- Long term partner of Goldie Hawn. Played starring roles in many films however, an easy option would be as Elvis in the film of the same name (1979)

Kevin Costner- Played major roles, several of which will give some easy costume options. Some examples are: Robin Hood - Prince Of Thieves and a confederate soldier in Dances With Wolves.

Keanu Reeves - One half of Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.

Oh, this hub was hard to do. 'K' is difficult but I am sure you can think of some more that can be added. If you do, please send me a comment and I will add them in.

Thanks for taking the time to read this hub.