HOW TO: DISGUISE YOURSELF AND GO UNDERCOVER!
"We must make our plans carefully. Before we do anything, I suggest we find out about the robes the cult members wear. We may need to wear similar ones to help us in our investigation. I think we'll be able to make costumes like theirs if you'll give us some old pillowcases and sheets, Jo," Nancy said. -The Secret of Red Gate Farm
Since Nancy has become quite famous for her detecting skills, she sometimes finds it necessary to don a disguise so she can carry out her investigations. If you find yourself in a situation where you need to obscure your identity, assume another identity, disappear, or go undercover, try the following suggestions.
1) Dress appropriately for the situation-a bathing suit at the beach, not at a funeral-so you blend in.
2) Wear multi-functional clothes for a quick change.
3) Don a wig. Go from dirty blonde to titian red/blonde.
4) Add distracting accessories-a cloche hat, an ivory charm, a skeleton key necklace.
5) Change your skin color with topical self-tanning lotions.
6) Age yourself with a grey wig, crocheted shawl, and sagging knee-highs.
7) Assume an alias, such as Carolyn Keene or Cherry Ames.
8) Pose as a hired help, such as a waitress, nurse, or secretary, if you want to become nearly invisible.
