It’s that time of year again— when girls have the perfect excuse to bring out those stripper heels and fishnets…
If you thought Halloween was just an American holiday, think again! A record number of Parisians are out buying costumes today for a number of spooky events around town, including the annual bash at the Plaza Athenee hotel. Other parties will be held on Rue Mouffetard, Rue Montorgueil, and in the Marais.
In need of a last-minute costume? As long as you are ready to face the crowds, here are a few places to go:
* Reasonably Priced: the costume store directly across from BHV (hotel de ville) on Rue du Temple (don’ t know the name!) has a great collection of masks, wigs, and props. Get your fake blood there!
*Rue Quincampoix: descends down from Etienne Marcel towards Chatelet. There are 2 stores side by side (fetish stores, so beware!) with amazing costumes. One is called “Metamorphoses.”
* For vintage costumes that make a hot gogo dancer or eighties prom nightmare: Fripes Star (rue de la Verrerie)
To rent a costume:
AU CLOWN DE LA REPUBLIQUE
Tél.: 01 42 72 73 73
11 Boulevard Saint Martin
75003 Paris (France)
ACADEMIE DU BAL COSTUME
Tél.: 01 43 47 06 08
22 Avenue Ledru Rollin
75012 Paris (France)
