What your Bestival fancy dress says about you
A psychological analysis
The Grouper
The outfit: Two options here: the costume that really only works (or works much better) when part of a collective in complementary outfits (Mr Blue from Reservoir Dogs is just a guy in a black suit unless he's walking in slow motion with his six buddies, Mario looks lost without Luigi and the Princess) or the 'team' outfits – platoon of toy soldiers with green faces, air stewardesses, power rangers etc. Get it wrong and there's a bit of a stag / hen party vibe either way.
The wearer: Depends really. While joining in with the plan denotes a sense of esprit de corps and touching team bond, it can also show a lack of confidence and individuality (where better to hide than in a crowd of people dressed as ninjas?). And the person who came up with the idea / coordinates the team is almost certainly a power crazed megalomaniac who should be watched carefully.
See also 'The Couple'
