It wouldn't be October in Matthews without costume-clad sign holders standing on Hwy 74 directing commuters to the Spirit Halloween Store. From late September through Halloween, retail space in Windsor Square that normally sits dormant the rest of the year turns into a hauntingly ripe playground for all your needs.
As Chad E. said, the props and decorations they sell range from tame to down-right creepy (this year's demonic children are something else...). They do try to have novel decor to purchase every year - I can't quite tell if they are catering to what's popular or defining what's going to be popular this year. As far as costuming needs go, I have been unimpressed the past couple years. It seems the assortment leaves much to be desired and the prices are steep. This year, I was in search of something feudal or Renaissance in nature and found no such thing...not even a Robin Hood costume I could modify! I did find a few things I could use to piece together my chosen costume at Party City, though. And ladies, your only choices are "Sexy (insert occupation)."
All told, Spirit Halloween Store will remain part of my "getting in the spirit" tradition. This is my go-to place for porch and party decorations. Hopefully next year the costume selection will be just as varied.