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Malabar is easily divided. They have a section for cheaper throwaway costumes and party accessories, another section for legit costume rentals (high quality but expensive) and a third zone for dance costumes (think eight-year-old girls in sequins and eye-makeup and jazz hands). I can't really comment on the latter, so if you're into dance read Denise S's notes on this section.
The costumes and party supplies section is well stocked. You can get hats, wigs, fake moustaches, and tonnes of accessories like swords or guns or wands. You can pick up a ready-to-go costume or piece something together pretty easily. The rentals department however, is where Malabar truly shines. The costumes are sorted by style, decade and theme, and I'd be shocked if you couldn't find what you needed here. Want to dress like a 17th century dandy? No problem? Need a costume for an astronaut? Sure. Want to dress like a carrot? They can do that. They have a very impressive catalogue of costumes; it's no wonder that film and theatre productions often rent from them.
Oh, and be warned: this place is a madhouse during the month (yes, the whole month) of October. Wise owls should plan their elaborate Hallowe'en costumes in advance.
Obligatory Title Pun: Raising the MALABAR on Toronto's costume scene.
Menu Readability: (cackles)
Need to mention: A lot of items are final sale.
What this place teaches me about myself: According to the Yelp mobile app I am a "regular" at Malabar, and yes, I admit this is a little creepy.
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