We are officially mid-month in Calgary, which means there’s a little over two weeks left to come up with a Halloween costume for Oct. 31. The pressure is on!
Luckily, there are plenty of unexpected places where you can craft a unique Halloween costume of your own without breaking the bank.
No matter your level of skill, you can find a cool costume for every taste at these spots in the city.
Support local and spend less on your costume this Halloween at these choice spots in Calgary.
Stash Lounge is a local knitting shop that offers wool from Canadian mills and small in-person classes.
For the crafters out there, it’s also an ideal spot to stop in and snag unique flares and flourishes for your handmade Halloween costume.
Colourful, decorative buttons, chunky knits, interesting fabrics and variable textiles will give your costume a sense of whimsy and charm this year.
With helpful staff and a cozy retail space, this is a great spot to visit during autumn with a warm sweater and your favourite hot drink in hand.
Where: 1237 9th Ave. SE
Ella Grace Marketplace offers unique and exceptional items, and if you’ve ever been in this sprawling, two-level collector’s paradise, you know just how exceptional the finds can be.
From vintage spectacles to cameras, clothing, shoes, hats, ties and accessories, you’ll find everything you need for a Halloween costume with retro charm.
Most items are genuine vintage, which will evoke a sense of nostalgia as you browse through the vendors’ wares on display at Ella Grace.
To complete your Halloween look with a genuine monocle or a leather fringe jacket, you’ll want to hit up Ella Grace before all the good finds are gone!
Where: 7271 12th St. SE
WINS offer a quick-and-dirty answer to your Halloween costume-related questions: “What should I go as this year?” and “Where can I find costumes for the kids?”
Women In Need Society (WINS) offers three convenient locations across the city and a well-managed Halloween costume rack that is especially plentiful this time of year.
You can thrift a pre-loved Halloween costume for a low price at these local stores, keeping things simple and not breaking the bank.
If you’re looking to score a used costume of a pop culture character or a Halloween classic like a witch, vampire or cowboy, WINS is sure to have what you need.
Where: Locations vary
Junk In The Trunk wins the unofficial award of ‘best named thrift store in Calgary,” but it’s also a great place to score a unique costume with serious cred.
From September to the end of October, there are colourful, true vintage items on display at the front of the store, offering plenty of options for trick-or-treaters looking to bring their own costume vision to life.
You can find retro blazers, skirt and suit sets, and plenty of shoes at this Halloween-lovers paradise.
Plus, there are tons of pre-loved seasonal items to snag, like door and lawn decorations to tantalize ghouls and goblins on Oct. 31.
Where: 2808 Ogden Rd. SE
Hello Vintage expanded from its original location in Canmore, Alta., to the busy 9th Ave. corridor in Inglewood over the past few years, and it has been a welcome addition to the community ever since.
The store has everything from band tees to dresses, jumpers and ponchos on its racks.
The selection is well-curated and tasteful, featuring true vintage pieces from the 1960s to the early 2000s.
You’ll definitely be able to score a cute orange skirt or a funky hat to add to your disco costume this year.
Where: 1228 9th Ave. SE
Where do you like to shop for a Halloween costume in Calgary? Whether you’re in the mood to create something of your own or want to keep things simple with a pre-loved piece, these spots are ready and waiting to fulfill your wildest dreams.
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