Thunder Thighs Costumes

This place is the absolute coolest. They have an unbelievable selection of costumes and it’s run by the sweetest people. I had my costume rented out for a film shoot that was postponed due to weather and I returned the costume not one but TWO weeks late and they were so understanding about it. Go check these guys out and give yourself a ton of time to explore. You won’t be disappointed.

This is a very fun spot. Their collection of vintage costumes is impossibly big and they would have anything you could be looking for in way of a uniform or period costume piece. Suits, pants and shirts are listed by the decade they come from with plain and outrageous pieces from each period.
The pricing is a little mysterious. You have to take the times up to the front and they give you an estimate based upon a formula I couldn’t quite figure out. This is negotiable so be sure to haggle. Note; all items are for rental only. They seem to be pretty open on how long you take them out and bring them back.
The service was great and the staff/​owners are exceptionally helpful in finding whatever you are trying to create.

VIBE
Tucked behind the Value Village on a side street called Busy street (ironically, it’s not THAT busy) is Thunder Thighs costume shop. I’ve lived in the area for YEARS and had no idea about this shop. Anyways, it’s amazing. Run, don’t walk.
There’s no website but come here, it’s pretty incredible.
THE GOODS
There’s over 7 million pieces here to choose from. The specialties here are uniforms — police, old nurse uniforms, cheerleader, etc. Lots of amazing stuff for women resides on the top floor too.
OBLIGATORY CATCHY REMARK
Thunder Thighs was a nickname that the owner got when she was working in the industry (or high school. I forget). What a perfect name for a costume store. A great alternative to the monstrous line ups of Malabar during Halloween.