A costume store is where costumes are designed, built, and stored for a theatrical or film production. Costume designers, builders, and seamstresses typically work in these locations, which can range in size from a single room to a house with several floors. Costumes from past productions, fabric and jewelry are also stored in these locations. Costume stores are popular with people looking to dress up for Halloween and can be found all over the country.
This year’s hottest costume is definitely a superhero. Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co is the place to go for a cape, cans of “chutzpah,” and other accessories. Plus, a portion of your purchase supports 826NYC, a writing workshop for students 6-18.
You can channel your inner superhero at this two-floor store in the East Village. New York Costumes / Halloween Adventure is open year-round, and its staff are happy to help customers find their perfect look. Whether you’re into the old-school style of Batman, Spiderman or Wonder Woman, they’ll help you create an outfit that’s as fierce, scary, silly, gaudy, gorgeous or suggestive as you want it to be.
You can buy a whole outfit or piece by piece at this year-round costume shop in the East Village. Goths, Renaissance fans and punks alike will find a home here, and this costume store even stocks fetish gear and lingerie for those who want to add an extra touch of darkness to their ensemble.