With the AJC Peachtree Road Race right around the corner, it’s time to start brainstorming one of the best parts of the race – the costumes.
Since the race takes place on July Fourth, any patriotic enesemble could possibly make for a good costume. But with so many possible variations of the red, white and blue one could possibly chose, where do you begin?
Here’s a short photo compilation of some of the most noteworthy patriotic costumes seen at the AJC Peachtree Road Race over the years. Hopefully, seeing these costumes will get your creative juices flowing.
1. Uncle Sam and Betty Ross
As the sun rises, Paula Kocher, left, and Reg Barnest stand at the finish line dressed as Betsy Ross and Uncle Sam before the start of the AJC Peachtree Road Race Friday morning July 4, 2014, in Atlanta, Ga.. PHOTO BY / JASON GETZ
If you're feeling daring and extra patriotic, choose one of these costumes inspired by iconic American figures. It could also make a great couples costume idea.
2. Patriotic socks
Runners wear American flag socks after they finished the AJC Peachtree Road Race Friday morning July 4, 2014, in Atlanta, Ga.. PHOTO BY / JASON GETZ.
If subtlety is more your style, a pair of American flag-inspired socks might do the trick. The socks are patriotic but won't garner too much attention. You can snatch a pair at your local Walmart or Target.
3. Red, white and blue tutu
Rain didn't dampen the enthusiasm for costumes at the 2015 AJC Peachtree Roadrace. PHOTO BY JASON GETZ.
All you need for this easy do-it-yourself costume is three rolls of red, white and blue colored tulle and some string. Measure the length of your waist before cutting the string, cut tulle into six-inch strips and then tie the tulle onto the string and voilà! You have yourself a patriotic tutu. If you have any more questions on how to make a tutu, check out this helpful WikiHow article.
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4. Rocky-inspired costume
This costume idea inspired by the popular Rocky film is an easy outfit to recreate for this year's race.
5. Bandana and sunglasses
Nicholas Dale, of Los Angeles, Cal., wears American Flag inspired glasses after he crossed the finish line of the AJC Peachtree Road Race Friday morning July 4, 2014, in Atlanta, Ga.. PHOTO BY / JASON GETZ
An American flag-inspired bandana is an ideal way to keep sweat away your face. Throw on a pair of some American shades and you’re ready to go run.
