The RULES
Rule 1 Costumes must be hand made.
Rule 2 Costumes must not exceed budget, much.
Rule 3

Overcoats are not permitted unless part of the costume.

Rule 4

Costumes must include storage for keys and cash.

Rule 5 The costume, especially any gloves or arm decoration, must permit manipulation of a full pint glass

5: Subsection A

Straws or other drinking aids are permitted.

Rule 6 Costumes must provide a minimum level of insulation until beer coats set in.
Rule 7 Costumes must be sufficiently robust to remain intact and presentable when jostling for position in a crowded bar.
Rule 8 Costumes must enable visits to the Gents/Ladies without removal.