Dartmouth's Spirit Halloween predicts a 'very nostalgic' holiday season ahead. Here's why.
DARTMOUTH — From "Barbieween" to other horror character comebacks, Spirit Halloween predicts a very nostalgic slew of costumes and decorations this Halloween.
Halloween may land on a Tuesday this year, but that doesn't mean people can't start getting excited about decorating for the spooky season. Located at 388 State Road in Dartmouth and 86 Swansea Mall Drive in Swansea, the seasonal chain pop-up has several new and retro grabs on its shelves.
"We know how important the right costume is for that perfect Halloween moment. That's why we spend all year creating, crafting and cultivating the best costume and accessory assortment on the planet," said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween which celebrates a milestone 40th Halloween, this year.
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"Whether you're creating a classic show-stopping look inspired by your favorite characters, or hunting for the perfect group costume for your crew, Spirit Halloween's quality, imagination, and attention to detail will not disappoint for Halloween season or those everyday spooky vibes."
Expect a "Barbieween" season
Fresh off the summer success of the film "Barbie," fans can bring officially licensed looks to life, including costumes straight from 2023's mega hit. The retailer's Barbie collection has high quality, wear-anywhere looks and accessories for kids and adults.
From Retro Skating Barbie and Ken to Western Barbie and Ken, to the Classic Barbie Bodycon Dress and Classic Cardigan, every Barbie lover can find their Dream Closet outfit. For DIY costume fans, the iconic Barbie Box elevates any Barbie-inspired look.
'Chucky' and 'Ghostface' make a comeback
Classic horror never dies, especially in 2023, with the successful series "Chucky" entering its third season on SyFy and "Scream" releasing its sixth film. Michael Myers is terrorizing new generations through streaming. With items inspired by blockbuster icons like Freddy Kruger, traditional clowns, zombies and more.
'The Addams Family' to reunite this season
Practicing a different type of magic, the Netflix show "Wednesday" has brought the Addams Family back into the spotlight with scenes that have millions of views. Wednesday has TikTok in a frenzy with her iconic dancing. The Hogwarts train is in full force with the Hogwarts Legacy video game and upcoming TV series.
Gaming success floods into costume season
Indie smash hitPoppy Playtime is crushing the YouTube gameplay community with billions of views and counting, as the third installment is coming soon. With over 50 million players, Fall Guys has skyrocketed in popularity since its last release in May.
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As gaming hype continues to grow, Spirit Halloween is bringing Poppy Playtime's iconic Huggy Wuggy to life as well as an exclusive assortment of Fall Guys costumes. Kids can also get ready for the upcoming Five Nights at Freddy'smovie with costumes direct from the hit franchise.
Cartoon characters rise in popularity
Thanks to easy streaming access and successful reboots, cartoons are having a modern renaissance. This year, SpongeBob was named the most in-demand children's TV show and the TMNT movie passed the $100 million mark globally.
Kids and adults can check out outfits from classic animated films and TV shows including Scooby-Doo, The Flintstones, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, SpongeBob SquarePants, and South Park.
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