There are some people who seem to meticulously plan their Halloween costumes all year long… and then there are the rest of us. If you’re anything like us here at That’s Beijing, you probably still have no idea what you're going to wear on the big night. And that's OK. Finding a costume isn't all that difficult in a city like Beijing. 

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Curious about where to shop for a Halloween costume? Here’s a little guide on where you can find some sweet costumes and accessories in the capital:

Physical Stores

1. Silk Market 

If you’re interested in donning a sexy silk outfit or a qipao, then the Silk Market is a no-brainer. All you ladies (and men) can undoubtedly pick up some sort sexy silk attire at this market. Head over to the Pearl Market nearby for some extra shopping.

See a listing for Silk Market. 

2. Vintage Stores

Vintage shops are always a good bet when shopping for Halloween costumes. Luckily there are tons of vintage shops in Gulou, so we advise you to walk around town and pop into a few. Who knows what you might come across? There's bound to be a great selection of Halloween-appropriate dresses, hats and accessories to choose from. 

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3. Supermarkets & Convenience Stores

If you’re feeling ultra lazy (and cheap) about the whole Halloween costume thing but still want to dress up, peruse one of Beijing’s many supermarkets and convenience stores. It can't hurt to take a look!

Online Stores / Costume Rentals

4. thMart

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Treat yourself to a fun collection of costumes on thMart. Whether it’s a Spider Man outfit or Little Red Riding Hood dress you are after, count on thMart to have it ready in stock. They come in a range of sizes to fit both kids and adults. 

Search thMart's Halloween collection here.

5. Taobao.com

Duh, Taobao has tons of costume options. Basically, you can use Taobao for everything and anything you could ever need for the rest of your life, and that includes Halloween. Better yet, you don’t have to trek all over town to do your Halloween shopping, which is always a plus.

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6. Dong Fang Mei Costume Rental

If you’re looking to rent a costume, you’re bound to find something on this site. They have everything from ball gowns to grim reaper costumes to clown outfits. Rentals go from anywhere between RMB80-150 per day.

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7. Shang Pin Yi Ran Clothing Rental

This rental place is another great bet. They have a wide selection of costumes. You can pretty much be whatever you want, from a belly dancer to a Disney character to something a bit creepier.

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Good luck and happy shopping! Also, stay tuned for our upcoming guide on what to do in Beijing on Halloween... because there's a lot going on. 

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This article was originally published on October 13, 2017. It has been updated and republished.