Maquerade

2. (7 letters) - Acting out words, often at a masquerade (think silent clues)
3. (11 letters) - Romantic atmosphere for a masked ball (think flickering shadows)
5. (5 letters) - Black and white party attire (think tiles, not pizza)
10. (8 letters) - Observation point for masked revelers (think Romeo & Juliet)
11. (10 letters) - Person's outline, hidden by a mask in the moonlight (think shapeshifting)
13. (7 letters) - Venetian boat, perfect for a masked arrival (think canals and serenades)
14. (7 letters) - Decorative touch for a flamboyant costume (think peacock)
15. (7 letters) - Sparkly embellishment for a costume (think dazzling)
16. (5 letters) - A popular dance at masked balls (think Viennese)
17. (6 letters) - A puzzling figure or situation, like a masked stranger (think riddles)
18. (6 letters) - City known for its famous masked ball (think canals and costumes)
20. (6 letters) - Something kept from others (think identity)

1. (3 letters) - Essential accessory for a masquerade ball (think hiding identity and fluttering feathers)
2. (8 letters) - Colorful paper showers at a festive party (think )
4. (9 letters) - Unrecognized, thanks to a mask (think Chrome)
6. (10 letters) - Ball where faces are hidden (think Phantom of the Opera)
7. (8 letters) - Mystery and suspense, often associated with masked identities (think secret plots)
8. (8 letters) - What a mask helps you achieve (think undercover)
9. (5 letters) - Playful interactions as a tool of seduction (think coy glances)
12. (4 letters) - Delicate fabric often found on masks and costumes (think intricate)
19. (7 letters) - Elaborate outfits worn to transform for the night (think feathers and jewels)
21. (5 letters) - To enjoy a party to the fullest (think merrymaking)