Where to Buy Halloween Costumes in Los Angeles

Though it only comes once a year, Halloween can be a pretty expensive event. It is not unheard of to spend $300 on a Halloween costume that you may or may not wear again. And, if you go out rather than going to a house-party, you could end up spending another $50-$200! So how can you find a good Halloween costume without spending a week's salary? Here is a list of some great ways to get your Halloween costume in Los Angeles, listed from the least expensive to the most costly.

1. Thrift Stores

As everyone knows, thrift stores can give you a unique, vintage look. You'll have to do some serious hunting through racks and stacks of clothes, but you can spend about $20 for a fun Halloween costume that you can be sure no one else is wearing! Of course, there are hundreds of tiny thrift shops all over LA, but one great place to check is Out of the Closet. These are a chain of thrift stores which support AIDS research, testing, and awareness. Below are a few local locations:

Fairfax
360 N. Fairfax Ave.,
Los Angeles, CA
90036
Phone: 323.934.1956
The Fairfax one is pretty large and covers three storefronts! They usually have a very eclectic Halloween display in the window during the holiday season.

Hollywood
6210 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90028
Phone: 323.467.6811

West L.A.

1608 Sawtelle Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90025

Phone: 310.473.7787

Westside
10749 Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90064
Phone: 310.481.0013

Glassell Park Superstore
2425 N. San Fernando Rd.
Los Angeles, CA
90065
Phone: 323.223.0838
If you are in the Valley, check the website for Out of the Closet to find more locations.

2. Recycled (Buy-Sell-Trade) Stores