Buy Costumes ~ Halloween, Dance, Dress-Up, Just Because!!!! BuyCostumes.com
Written: Aug 28 '02 (Updated Aug 28 '02)
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What does Bill Clinton, Tinkerbell, Clowns, Darth Vadar, and Barbie have in common? You can find costume paraphernalia for them and much more at BuyCostumes.com. This costume funhouse isn’t reserved for October 31st ~ Halloween. Rather, they offer year round dress-up needs and various decorating materials. Whether you are in theatre, dance, just like to dress-up, or have a party need you should be able to find the necessary elements at Buy Costumes.
Our experience with this online retailer has been superior and they will continue to be a site we patronize. In addition I recommend them to others and can tell you that customer service is excellent, prices are less than local representation or competitive. We have received good email communication from them and prompt shipping. We have received the correct items on all orders, the charges have been accurate, and the merchandise is good quality. I highly recommend this online store!
Our BuyCostumes.com Experience
The site is simple to navigate and graphics load prompt.
Selections are categorized in helpful sections allowing prompt viewing.
We have successfully purchased from this site.
We received confirmation emails.
Orders shipped Standard and were received in 6 days.
Order was received just as indicated.
Charges were accurate.
We will purchase from this online store again and highly recommend them.
Company Philosophy
Jalem Getz, the founder of BuyCostumes.com, believes in a low-cost culture, great products and strong customer service to make a strong company.
BuyCostumes.com is certified by the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
Detailed Rambling
Up to this point I have provided you with a basic overview, allowing you to realize what BuyCostumes.com carries, why we shop there, and that we are happy customers. Those are important elements for being able to trust an initial purchase with a site. I know that an actual visit to the site will provide you the best understanding of the incredible assortment they offer.
http://www.buycostumes.com/
Now I will move into a more detailed rambling about BuyCostumes.com. Proceed to read if you want, or exit now knowing you can trust this online shop. Naturally I hope you hang out for the remainder of my musing… and see fit to rate accordingly… but if you don’t that’s okay too.
One of the sections we are most appreciative for is the accessories selection within the children’s category. There are times when I have needed a simplistic pair of white gloves, went to local stores to no avail, when I could’ve logged onto this site and purchased any size. *sigh* An incredible attribute of Buy Costumes is the offering of unique accessories that allow your children to transform an inexpensive sweat outfit into characters such as Buzz Lightyear. For me this is a wonderful offering because the daycare/preschool dress-up bin now offers simplistic costume options for the boys and girls attending. My youngest has always been a fan of dress-up time and make-believe play so the inexpensive accessory options available on this site are a blessing.
As a public school volunteer I used this site to purchase a Cat in The Hat Moustache / Gloves / Hat for Dr. Suess day. The items were reasonable, allowing me to use clothing from my closet, and compliments poured in. I adore working with children and like to inspire them to learn. Usually I have a current theme within my daycare/preschool that provides the premise for the educational lessons provided. BuyCostumes.com offers theme related décor and accessories that allow me to play the part. This pulls in child interest, and excites them. While teaching Sunday School classes I have found that the kiddies learn the most when the story or lesson is acted. Buy Costumes offers things such as white beards, shepherd’s crook, crowns, wings, halos and more that add a compliment to the acting portrayed during lesson time. The nifty thing is that often the items are under $10.00. Just that little touch of something to draw the kids in…. it really does make a difference!
Now lets talk about my youngest daughter…. She is my natural born dancer and artistic babe. Since toddlerhood she has pursued the art of dress-up. You name it – she’s probably tried it. Her/the daycare dress-up bin spilleth over, yet we continue to add. Why? Because the creativity that unfolds during fantasy/make-believe play provides foundational breeding for writing talent, story-telling and overall increases self-esteem. I also adore the fact that there is no ‘right-way’ to play dress-up, thus allowing all children to achieve success. Another wonderful attribute of dress-up time is the inspiration it provides for career exploration.
Next reason for appreciation of BuyCostumes.com is the supplies that it will provide for dance props/costumes. Don’t misunderstand, this isn’t a ‘dancer’ site… however the occasional dance routine needs costume representation that is character based. When this occurs Buy Costumes might be your site of shopping bliss.
Oh, I can’t forget the cheerleading undies. *snicker*
BuyCostumes.com offers merchandise such as:
Cinderella Shoes - $8.99
Cat In The Hat Mitts - $7.99
Barbie Wig - $7.99
Spiderman Gloves - $5.99
Zoro Mask & Shield - $5.99
Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Gloves - $7.99
Costume Categories
Adult
- Capes, Robes & Coats
- Classic Costumes-Her
- Classic Costumes-Him
- Cool New Costumes
- Full Figured Women
- Horror/Gothic
- Humorous
- Mascot Costumes
- Medieval/Renaissance
- Men Thru-Out Time
- Plus Size Men
- Sexy Costumes
- Star Wars & Sci-Fi
- Superheros
- Teen Costumes
- TV & Movies: Men
- TV & Movies: Women
- Women Thru-Out Time
Children
- Animal Costumes
- Baby/Toddler
- Children’s Accessories
- Classic Costumes (Boys)
- Classic Costumes (Girls)
- Cool New Stuff
- Disney Costumes
- Masks-Child
- Princessess & Barbie
- Star Wars & Sci-Fi
- Superheros
- Teen Costumes
- Time Warp
- TV & Movies for Boys
- TV & Movies for Girls
- When I Grow Up
- Witches & Monsters
- Wizard of Oz
Makeup & Accessories
- Beards & Facial Hair
- Blood & Gore
- Children’s Accessories
- Cool New Accessories
- Costume Kits
- Crowns/Tiaras
- Dancewear/Tights
- Ears, Tails, and Noses
- Eyewear & Glasses
- Fangs & Teeth
- Finishing Touches
- Hairspray/Color
- Hands & Feet
- Hats Galore
- Historical/Holiday
- Jewelry/Boa's
- Makeup Necessities
- Masks - Animals
- Masks - Child
- Masks - Famous Faces
- Masks-Feather & Half
- Masks - Horror
- Masks - Humorous
- Masks - TV & Movies
- Pirate Accessories
- Prosthetics
- Shoes & Gloves
- Ties, Canes, Etc.
- Tropical Accessories
- Undergarments
- Weapons & Armor
- Wigs & Headpieces
Decorations & Props
- Barrel Props & UFO's
- Body Parts
- Egyptian Props
- Extreme Props
- Glow In The Dark
- Holiday Decor
- Indoor Decorations
- Inexpensive Props/Decorations
- Movie Props
- Studio Quality
- Yard Decorations
Schools & Teachers
- Animals
- Arabian & Egyptian
- Costume Accessories
- Dancewear/Tights
- Decorations & Props
- Early American
- Greek & Roman
- Hats and Crowns
- Makeup Necessities
- Mascot Costumes
- Masks - Animals
- Masks - Child
- Masks - Famous Faces
- Masks-Feather & Half
- Medieval Attire
- Modern Day
- Pirates & Vikings
- Read Across America
- Religious Themes
- Seasonal/Holiday Attire
- Weapons & Armor
- Wigs & Beards
- Wizard of Oz
Other
- Clown Accessories
- Clown Costumes
- Jokes & Gags
- Juggling Supplies
- Magic Tricks
- Mascot Costumes
- Mascot Heads and Feet
- Masks - Animals
- Masks - Child
- Masks - Famous Faces
- Masks-Feather & Half
- Masks - Horror
- Masks - Humorous
- Masks - TV & Movies
- Misc
- Optical Illusions
- Pet Costumes
- Puppets
- Walking Illusions
Shipping
For an example of shipping charge:
I purchased a pair of Tinkerbell shoes $8.99 and was able to choose between:
Ground US - $5.99
3 Day - $8.99
2 Day - $ 11.99
Next Day - $ 25.99
http://www.buycostumes.com/
Phone: 800-459-2969
BuyCostumes.com
1416 Poplar Drive, Suite F
Waukesha, WI 53188
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