Whether you've just been hit with a dress-up party invite, are locking in your Oktoberfest getup or just thinking ahead for Halloween, we've hunted down the best costume shops in Brisbane/Meanjin.
After all, as we here at Urban List know from personal experience, the more you put into a theme, the more fun you have, so you'd better get a costume sorted stat. Brisbane has a ton of fancy dress shops that can help you find the perfect outfit or some accessories to add to things you have at home. Here’s our pick of Brisbane’s best costume shops for some serious dress up cred.
Lifeline Vintage Revival
468 Ipswich Road, Annerley
A one-stop costume shop, Lifeline Vintage Revival in Annerley has to be the coolest retro costume shop in town, and there’s an added bonus—all funds raised go straight to Lifeline. Clothing has been split into eras like 70s, 80s and 90s and there’s a great range of accessories (new and used). You might pay a little more than to hire a costume, but you’re sure to find something a bit different, and you’ll have the added feel good factor.
Disguises
659 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba
If dressing up is something you do on a regular basis, you’ve probably seen the wisdom of buying your own outfit, but if Halloween is the only time you go all out, then head to Disguises in Woolloongabba and unleash your inner Austin Powers, burlesque dancer, zombie or gangster. They've been around since 1983, so they've got a sizeable back catalogue, and even ship Australia-wide.
The Costume Company
19 Kitchener Road, Kedron
Express your wild side and head to The Costume Company where, aside from outfits, a wide selection of accessories including vampire’s teeth, fake blood, toy cleavers, blood-stained rags, fake skin and scars. All their costumes are sorted into handy themes, from Star Wars to Disney princesses (same company, vastly different looks...) to make it easy to find what you're looking for.
Cracker Jack Costumes
179 Moggill Road, Taringa
For classic creepy outfits head to Cracker Jack Costumes. What started a as small craft shop selling wigs and masks in Indooroopilly, now boasts a wide collection of costumes for all ages, wigs, masks, hats, hosiery and accessories. Get in early to secure our favourite costume, the Putrid Prom Queen, which includes a bloody tattered prom dress, Miss Living Dead sash, zombie crown and wig.
Unique Party Shop
58 Spine Street, Sumner Park
You can very easily lose track of time at this massive party goods and costume warehouse in Sumner Park. No matter the theme, you'll find endless options that will have you planning costume parties for years to come at Unique Party Shop. They also offer free delivery for orders over $75 if you'd prefer to avoid getting sidetracked by all the fun things in store.
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Janina's Costumes
65 Gawain Road, Bracken Ridge
If it's choice you're after in your Brisbane costume store, you'll find it at Janina's Costumes, which boasts of having over 6000 to choose from. Making dress up parties affordable, their hire prices start from just $33, up to $50 for film set quality outfits. They'll take care of all your FX needs too, from fake blood to body paint.
Jokers Costume Mega Store
1821 Ipswich Road, Rocklea
Costume party hosts, you'll want to head straight for Jokers Costume Mega Store, who don't just have you sorted for all your costume needs, but theming too, with decorations, props and even animatronics. Their Halloween display is something to be hold each year, but that's not all they do well—whether you're going back in time or embracing your inner gamer geek, they've got you covered.
HalloweenCostumes.com.au
Online
When you just can't find the one you're looking for, try HalloweenCostumes.com.au. It's the Aussie outpost of the international megastore and has a ridiculously big selection. Seriously, you'll spend hours trawlin through options until you finally narrow it down to three and realise you're going to have to do several mid-party costume changes.
Costumes.com.au
Online
Let's face it, not everyone has time to poke through endless racks in store—that's where Costumes.com.au comes in handy. This massive Aussie-based online costume store has everything under the sun so you'll have no problem finding what you need. Just make sure to leave enough time for delivery.
Amazon
Online
By the time you get your costume, makeup and drinks, that dress up party is looking pretty damn expensive. Before you downgrade to the old cask wine, check out Amazon's costumes. There are plenty of surprisingly affordable fits that'll tick the box and leave you with enough money for that Uber home.
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