The Animal Kingdom

• Zebras, skunks and Holstein cows are all both black and white. Cow costumes come complete with udders; add a cow bell for more authenticity. People dressed as animals always brings out plenty of laughter and it's even funnier when two people come dressed as one four-legged creature. Dalmatian dogs and panda bears are black and white animals that can be incorporated into a costume as well.
  
  

Good Guys Wear White

• Cowboy costumes work well in the black and white theme if you remember the old saying that good guys wear white and bad guys wear black. The really bad guys wear black and white stripes with a ball chained to their ankle, of course. Several friends may want to come as a chain gang. They'll need to add some shovels and picks to add to the hilarity.
  
  

Black and White Television

• Black and white television shows produced some beloved characters such as Ricky and Lucy and the Three Stooges. It will take some creative ingenuity, and some paint, to pull this off. Gray body paint and clothes that are gray, black and white will make people think they've stepped back in time to before the technicolor revolution.
  
  

Miscellaneous Ideas

• Additional ideas for your black and white costume ideas include a traditional bride and groom. Mimes are usually dressed in black and white and so was Charlie Chaplin. Priests and nuns are another suggestion. With the combined creativity of all your guests, your black and white themed party will still have plenty of color.