The Halloween Shop offers costumes for all ages

Nicole Mcintosh

There’s a new spot for ghosts and goblins to stock up on their tricks and treats this year. The Halloween Shop by Celebrations Party and Wedding Store is open this holiday season with costumes, party supplies, decorations and more.

“It’s always been a dream of mine to open a Halloween store,” said Stephanie Burnett, owner of Celebrations Party and Wedding Store. “I am a Halloween freak. I just think it’s fun to put on costumes.”

The empty shop next to her business offered the perfect opportunity. The vacant retail store had six dressing rooms and the right environment for Halloween costumes.

More than 750 costumes for all ages adorn the walls and racks of the shop —

“’Jersey Shore’ costumes have been very popular among the college crowd this year,” Burnett said.

Burnett said vampire costumes and Leg Avenue, a sexier line of costumes, have also been popular.

For the funny guy of the group, the line Rasta Imposta has cleverer outfits with a sense of humor.

College kids aren’t the only target market. Baby and children’s costumes line the shelves as well.

Makeup and accessories are also available in the store. Wigs, weapons, pitchforks and jewelry complete the costumes.

The shop features Mehron makeup line, which is professional, theatrical makeup. Celebrations plans to keep the makeup line for plays, theatrical events and other dress-up events throughout the year.

Celebrations also has everything needed to throw a Halloween party.

The fog machines Celebrations offers are Burnett’s favorites. The machine blows bubbles that have fog in them. The bubbles burst, giving the room an eerie, foggy glow.

The shop, which has been open since September, will be open through Halloween. From Nov. 1 to Nov. 2, the store will have everything half-off, giving shoppers the opportunity get a head start on next year.

Celebrations Party and Wedding Store has a Facebook fan page with special discounts and events for the Halloween Shop. The shop is located at 546 Main St. in downtown Ames.