The awestruck press thrilled all of Canada with reports of the Earl of Dufferin’s 1876 fancy dress ball at Rideau Hall. Twenty years later, the Earl and Countess of Aberdeen not only topped Dufferin’s extravaganza and catered to a new taste: at their Historical Fancy Dress Ball, guests promenaded as important characters from Canadian history. The next year, in Toronto, their Victorian Era Ball feted Queen Victoria’s diamond jubilee by celebrating in costume the progress of her reign and the technological wonders of the century to come. In 1898, the Aberdeens induced Montreal’s French and English high society to act out the ideal of national unity. Cynthia Cooper tells the stories of these four vice-regal balls, the costumes, and the optimistic nation-builders who disguised frivolity as historical research and chose costumes that allowed sexual display scandalous in any other setting. The reporters on the fringes of each event form a gushing Greek chorus, and photos by Notman and Topley show la crème de la crème of young Canada in all its finery.

Accused of stealing, Zatoichi is pursued by friend and foe alike. In this installment of The Blind Swordsman series, Ichi must prove his innocence, expose the real culprits, retrieve thegold and reconcile his accusers’ anger. And if the odds were not stacked high enough, Ichi is hounded and challenged by a maniacal, bullwhip yielding Ronin who finds Ichi’s status as a low ranking blind masseur and master swordsman as an affront to his class and profession.

The 11th entry in the popular Megami Device series is BULLET KNIGHTS Lancer!Megami Device is a plastic model kit series combining Bishoujo-style beauties and heavy-duty weapons and armor. Each character has a main body, or machinika, designed by Masaki Apsy along with a huge array of interchangeable parts to outfit her as you like! The 10th original character to join the series, BULLET KNIGHTS Lancer is based on character art by Yasutaka Isegawa!Model Specifications:l The models oversized lance and shield can be attached to the arms that extend from her back. The kit also comes with special bases for the equipment for additional support.l The weapon can be reconfigured into Ride Mode to serve as a vehicle for the Megami.l The lance can be separated into three parts, and the arms on the back have several points of articulation, allowing the model to be displayed in a variety of poses.l The tube that extends from the back of Lancers head is created with wire, allowing it to be bent and displayed in different designs.l The kit includes decals for the eyes and metallic decals for the markings.l The kit comes with three interchangeable face parts.l The model can be built in knight inspi... [Read More]

Your everyday shorts, perfected. With a classic fit and sturdy construction, these feature a button through front closure, single welt button through back pockets and a smart phone pocket. Cut to sit naturally at the waist with a roomy fit through the hip and thigh. With a 10.5" Inseam, the length hits at or below the knee depending on how high or low the customer wears his shorts.

Someone just killed Tanis Richards and replaced her with an Infiltrator Chameleon.While finally getting some much-needed shore leave on Mars, Tanis gets a message from Harm Ellis with instructions to go to Ceres and hunt for a missing operative . . . except she never makes it.At least, that’s what she’d like her would-be killers to think. With Darla’s help, Tanis goes deep undercover, tracking the Infiltrator Chameleon from world to world, only to discover that it intends to kill a head of state in her name.Now Tanis must race against the clock to keep from becoming the most wanted criminal in the Sol System.

Every man in her life rejected her. The only woman he ever loved betrayed him. Can these two put their pasts behind and find love? Not if Governor Jonathan Cromwell has his way. When Sarah Ashley arrives in Victoria, British Columbia to open a mercantile for the manufacture and sale of bloomer costumes, she turns his colony topsy turvy. But while she's intent on disrupting every facet of Jon's life, it seems, he can't decide whether to seduce the stunning suffragette into sweet submission, set more obstacles in her path, or send her away to preserve his colony... and his sanity. But Sarah didn't liquidate her entire savings and sail all the way from San Francisco to Victoria just to have her dreams dashed by Vancouver Island's arrogant young governor. Come hell or high water she will establish her business despite Jon's unfairly imposed obstacles... and a longing heart that tempts her to surrender her principles for one night of passion with the insufferably handsome rogue.

This Oedo Magistrate costume will harken a sense of olden times when, during ancient times in Japan samurais ruled the land! This comes as a three-piece set: Ependymal, hakama (skirt type), and amice. This is a perfect costume for those ocassions when you'd like to bring a big surprise to your party! ※Wig and sword are not included with this. Top knot of the wig is sold separately.

Governor T Shirt Halloween Costume Funny Retro Distressed. Great shirt for a Halloween party or wear around to show off your job title. Buy as a gift for your wife, husband, brother, sister, son, daughter, grandpa, grandmother, aunt, uncle, friend, co worker or for yourself.

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

In this Marvel's Avengers Infinity War Thanos Boys Costume, you are ready to battle Earth's Mightiest Heroes in your pursuit of the Infinity Stones! Comfortable and high-quality, this jumpsuit with boot tops and mask give you the tough and fearsome look of the Mad Titan! Whether trick or treating or playing with your friends, you have an epic new look that everyone is talking about! Don't wait! Order yours online

Marvel's newest bad guy is now one of the hottest costumes of the year! This Marvel's Black Panther movie Deluxe Boys Erik Killmonger Battle Suit Costume is the soon-to-be classic look that everyone will be talking about! Including jumpsuit with shoe covers and mask, you are ready to fight T'Challa and take over the hidden country of Wakanda! Don't wait! Beat the Halloween rush when you order yours online