The Christmas season is packed with events sponsored by various organizations that would all love to have Santa stop by for a whimsical visit. These include charity events, club or office parties, and school activities. If you have a costume, you or someone you know could help them out.

Santa costumes all use the same classic style that children everywhere associate with the Christmas season. Color combinations are really all alike and the suit includes a floppy red hat, red pants, a fur trimmed coat, and a huge black belt.

The one choice you will have is whether to choose the modern Santa costume or one of the more traditional "Father Christmas" costumes. Both will work, but most kids will be more familiar with the modern version.

When you're looking for a Santa costume, you will find varying quality however. If you want to be able to use the costume for years to come, make sure you choose a high-quality costume. You may spend a little more, but it will be well worth it in the long run.

You can add a personal touch to your Santa suit by using some accessories. Real black boots and wire rimmed glasses will make your Santa costume more authentic. And, of course, you'll need a hypo-allergenic beard.

Since you beard is going to spend quite a bit of time on your face, you'll want to be sure that a gag beard won't bother your skin.

And don't forget Mrs. Claus! There are probably more choices for Mrs. Claus than the big man himself. You can choose the traditional long dress, apron and hair in a bun or you can go with something a little racier if it's for an adult party.