Discover the joy and happiness of online costume shopping
There are two types of people in this world: those who love dressing up and those who don't realise how much fun it can be. Whether you need to find a last-minute ensemble for a friend's party or you're planning to have the most colourful, glittery outfit at a music festival, you can find almost everything you need in a well-stocked costume shop.
Costume shops have all your weird, wonderful and downright wacky bases covered. Better yet, they provide unlimited inspiration when you're struggling to come up with a clever and quirky costume idea. No matter what theme you're trying to fit or how all-out you want to go, costume shops are your best friend when it comes to realising your fancy dress dreams.
Here are just a few of the hidden treasures you may not know are stocked in your local costume shop - from fake moustaches and novelty suits to flapper dresses and cosplay accessories.
Shopping for a costume and don't want to spend the earth? At Blossom Costumes, we have affordable costumes for all occasions and free express shipping on orders over $30.
Classic costumes
Looking for a cheerleader costume? A pirate costume? A stripy sailor costume complete with nautical bows? Check out an online costume retailer. Most stock a huge range of classic costumes and matching accessories for all your dress-up needs.
Even if you only want a 'classic' witch costume, you might be surprised just how easy it is to go that extra mile on your broomstick. Pick what type of witch you want to be then fill up your cart with hex-cellent props and face paint.
Quirky costumes
If classic costumes aren't your thing, you may be looking for an out-of-the-box costume idea that everyone else will envy. Fear not - your local costume shop can help you with everything from a full-body inflatable shark costume to a battery-powered unicorn riding outfit and a self-inflating sumo wrestler suit.
After something even quirkier? How about an Aussie Dame Edna men's costume or a peanut butter 'n jelly couple's costume? Browse some of our funniest quirky costumes and accessories or discover ideas for practical joke costumes.
Seasonal costumes
Christmas comes but once a year, so if you need a festive costume, you'd better get a good one. The same goes for Halloween, Oktoberfest and Mardi Gras. Seasonal costumes are a golden opportunity to stand out from the crowd, so check out an online costume shop if you're time-strapped but still want to be the talking point of the party.
Most online costume shops - including us! - offer express shipping, hassle-free returns and interest-free Afterpay payments, so you don't need to worry about being ultra organised ahead of the occasion.
Disney costumes
Disney costumes aren't just for little kids; they're a guaranteed way to ramp up your costume game. And while you may be thinking that Disney characters are overdone at costume parties, there are many ways to dress up as your fave while adding an unexpected twist.
For example, you might go as Cinderella but wear a pair of clear glass high-heeled slippers, or you might embrace your in-genie-ious streak with an Aladdin costume based on the new live-action movie and a magic lamp. When it comes to Disney costumes, online costume shops sell hundreds of licensed and non-licensed costumes from a wide range of collections, so they're a great place to get an outfit sorted in a hurry.
Anime costumes
Almost as popular as Disney, anime and cosplay costumes occupy a considerable niche in the fancy dress market. Whether you're new to cosplay or you're a long-term anime fan who can list every character in mainstream and indie films, you probably already know that getting the details right is essential at an anime convention or themed party.
Find the perfect anime and cosplay costume at an online costume shop. From dresses and robes to wigs, masks, bags, boots and titan harness belts, you'll be amazed at how easily you can replicate entire outfits and hairstyles without leaving your home.
Celebrity costumes
In today's world of Instagram influencers and celebrity culture, one great way to make a splash at a fancy dress party is with an outrageous celebrity costume. Think memorable outfits from the Kardashian and Jenner family or historical figures like Christopher Columbus (hey, we're sure he would have taken a selfie while discovering America if he only had the technology).
Celebrity costumes are a great way to be ironic with your costume choice as well and add your own unique flourishes. Think Marilyn Monroewould look better as a brain-guzzling zombie? Just add your own special effects make-up kit.
But wait, there's more!
When it comes to the treasures you can find in an online or local costume shop, we've only grazed the tip of the iceberg in this post. If you need top-notch costume ideas, wigs, props, make-up or accessories for an upcoming party, event or occasion, we guarantee you'll find something phenomenal in our extensive online range.
We are a Melbourne-based company, and all the items listed on our website are in stock ready for delivery. In addition to free express shipping when you spend over $30, we offer hassle-free returns and exchanges. We stock plus-size costumes to ensure everyone can be part of the dress-up fun and offer four interest-free split payments on orders with Afterpay.
Contact our friendly team at Blossoms Costumes today to plan a showstopping costume or browse our extensive online range to get instant inspiration.