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Is it necessary to have that look exactly?

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Not necessary, as long as you have the braids, blue dress, and red shoes, people will probably figure out who you are.

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Can I use silver shoes?

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Yes. The original shoes were actually silver, and the film editors made them look red.

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Should I wear red lipstick?

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You don't have to, but in the movie she does. It's not really bright or glossy, so aim for a matte red.

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Is it okay if I wear a blue and white stripped dress with regular shoes?

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As long as you can be easily recognized as Dorothy, yes.

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Does Dorothy wear earrings?

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No, Dorothy doesn't wear earrings, but you can wear small pearls or studs.

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Can I use another dog breed?

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Yes, but aim for a small dog. The dog won't really matter as long as the clothing is recognizable.

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Where can I find the material for the dress?

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Try looking at your local fabric store and if you cannot find anything, perhaps try using a blue checkered tablecloth.

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Can I use a stuffed dog as Toto when dressing up as Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz?

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Yes, that would be a great idea. I did that and everyone knew who I was. You shouldn’t worry about having the same breed of dog as long as it is relatively small.

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Am I allowed to put flowers in the basket instead of a dog if I dress like Dorothy?

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That could be a bit confusing as there are probably other book characters with a basket of flowers. However, as long as the rest of your costume is clear, that could work fine.

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Where can I find the cheapest light blue socks?

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For light blue socks, looking on amazon would definitely be a good idea. However,to dress up as Dorothy you could also use plain white socks or white/blue tights.

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Can you put flowers instead of a dog in the basket to be Dorothy?

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Yes, it could work as long as the rest of your costume is very clear and recognisable. You can always add a small stuffed toy dog if you wish.

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Do you have to wear red shoes or can you wear normal slippers?

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You can wear house slippers, but decorate them in red sequins to add authenticity.

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