The belly dance costume may be somewhat tougher to design calling for more creativity. Finding a pattern to follow is probably the easiest way out. The top of a belly dance costume generally resembles a bra. This needs to be decorated and a small vest to be worn over the bra is an option if you do not want to look brazenly sexy. The skirt needs to be below the belly button and there should be several pleats of thin and sheer skirts to make the skirt to be flowing. The belly dance costume can also be accessorized with a headband across the forehead and possibly a scarf is usually worn to cover the lower part of the face.

The nun costume may be relatively easier to put together. A one piece tunic made of a black material with white across the front is usually used for the head covering. Make sure that the head covering is large enough to cover all of the hair. Again, a store that carries patterns will have a picture of this simple nun costume to give an idea of the look that needs to be achieved.