Minimal selection for Mardi Gras colored attire. Staff was friendly…read more They have parking available.

Disappointing Customer Service Experience…read more I went to the store to buy tights and jazz shoes for my daughter. When I walked in, I told the sales associate I was there to purchase both. She showed me the available shoe options. I mentioned I was looking for flesh-toned shoes and wasn't sure the colors they had would work. I then picked out a pair of tights and, after that, went back to the shoes and asked to try some on my daughter. The associate then asked if I was "just trying on or purchasing." Stunned, I replied, "trying on to see if I want to purchase." She then said there would be a $15 try-on fee for the jazz shoes, which would go toward the purchase if I decided to buy. I asked for clarification: "So, if I try the shoes on and don't like them, I have to pay $15?" She said she might not be explaining it correctly and called over the manager or owner. Instead of clarifying the policy like the associate asked her to, the owner repeatedly said she was "confused" about whether I was buying or trying on, referring back to my earlier comment about wanting a flesh tone. I explained that I wanted to try them on my daughter to decide if the available color worked, but she continued to say she was confused, without ever attempting to explain the try-on policy or addressing my question. At that point, I said, "Never mind, we're in the wrong place," and left with my children. I went there to make a purchase, as i have many times over the years, but the tone and attitude made me feel unwelcome and completely uncomfortable. We ended up purchasing the shoes and tights online for less money, but I went to this store specifically hoping to support a small business. Unfortunately, this experience made that impossible and I won't be returning. Lastly, if a try-on fee is the store's policy, it should be communicated clearly and professionally, especially when a customer has already expressed intent to buy.

Bienville Costumes is now in its second generation of costumers. They were recommended by members…read moreof the Krewe de Bienville. Unless you want to pay top dollar for a special tailor made creation just for you they have options, and will find a new, but unused costume, from their supplies. They also give sound advice on how to wear it and where to go for masks. See this video for our experience with Mobil's Mardi Gras. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgA-u4Ai3ng

Fabulous little store for fancy dresses both modern & vintage. I took my mother here who was having…read morea costume emergency and this store saved our day and saved my mother from having a costume catastrophe. If your wife daughter or mom is in desperate need for some cool outfits this is where to go highly recommend!

cool staff, true vintage pieces. Miss Claudia is a character, very funny and charismatic. Cool to…read moresee a shop survive for so long when others are gone

1. Their hours: even when it says on the website that they are open, more times than not, they have…read morea sticky note on the door that they won't be there til hours later and even then they are late 2. Nowhere does it say that they do not accept returns or exchanges. I went there to return an unopened item and they were unbelievably rude. There are better costume shops in New Orleans, Dentist, unprofessional and unfriendly place . No need to support a business like that.

I've been to this store several times over the years and it was always pleasant. Until I needed an…read moreitem in a crunch for an event a few weeks ago. The girl behind the counter was rude as H3ll. Like girl, I did not make you work here. She kept trying to sell me a different item than what I wanted. I ended up reluctantly purchasing item I wanted, against her will it seemed, as I really needed it. Going forward they do not have to worry about stepping foot in there again. My daughter went last week unknowingly to me and also had a terrible experience with the same person. I like to support local businesses , but this girl needs some customer service training.

Its like a dream come true- a year round Halloween store- if only we had this kind of fun stuff in…read moreCalifornia! I popped in here while we were waiting for a lyft to the garden district right after we had brunch a Daisy Dukes. Nikki's Halloween Store is located down the road from the main heart of older New Orleans. My visit in the store was brief as the lyft arrived- however they have great decor for halloween and any party you could imagine- just think of all the themed parties that you can have throughout the year!

Definitely a mix of "Halloween" and adult store. Large selection of wigs, latex masks and some…read morecostumes. Staff was attentive, not pushy. They also had a sale section. Prices seemed fair from what I could tell.

This is a special, special store, not to be missed on a visit to NOLA! These are not the same old…read moretired masks you can find literally everywhere else in the Quarter; the masks here are crafted by local artisans, and they're exquisite. They range from Commedia del Arte to the Grotesque and everything in between, but not a one is shabby looking. The masks here are closer to what you'd find in a shop in Venice (Italy, not California!), in terms of style and quality. The young man behind the counter (I'm pretty sure his name is Daniel) was truly welcoming and friendly, a representation of the best kind of hospitality and class that New Orleans has to offer. If you're coming to NOLA for the first time (like I was) or the fifty-first, this is one place you need to check out! Hidden bonus for fans of "The Twilight Zone": there are recreations of the original masks from the unforgettable NOLA-set episode "The Masks" on display!

Cool little shop that sells an assortment of Mardi Gras masks in the French Quarter…read more Although pretty much every place in New Orleans sells Mardi Gras masks, this place sells both the cheapy, $5, made in China ones that you can get at CVS and Walgreens, but it also has an assortment of handmade masks that start in the $140+ range. My favorite masks were the ones that had beads or lace like a belly dancer veil that could cover a Covid mask. That's a unique feature that I haven't seen on other masks. This would be a good place to get a more elaborate mask if you had a specific costume that you were buying for, but be prepared to shell out some cash.

The prices are good and the stock is different than other places. Where they shine: high end…read morefabrics, appliqués, trims, boas, Mardi Gras picture frames, custom second line umbrellas, masks, friendly service. Good prices. The one downside is that the line in the fabric room can get long and it's first come first served, so when I just needed a roll of ribbon I had to stand behind 15 people who needed fabric cut. That was tedious. They don't have as many different throws as some of the other places, but this is a good place to come to fill in the gaps. Next year I'm going to really do up my Mardi Gras costume and I'm going to get some higher end fabric and this is where I'm coming!

This is the place to get some unique and fun crafts. I saw fabrics that would be fun for festivals…read moreand such, glitter galore, sequined & beaded embellishments for costumes or handmade throws, etc. There is also a big selection of Mardi gras throws to choose from.

Awesome spot to source a costume for any event. What makes Southern Costume different than the…read moreother costume stores in town, is that most of what you need can be rented instead of purchased. Granted there are times you want to own, but for the times you just want a movie-quality costume for a few days, this is the best option I've found. Excellent customer service and fair prices, in a clean, well organized space, too. I'll be a regular!

I've been a customer here for years and never once have I been disappointed with anything. Great…read morestaff and everything you need to address your costume needs! Highly recommend!!!