Skip going to the department store this Oscars season, if you are looking for accessories 

to complete your Red Carpet look, a costume shop is where you should look for 

inspiration and glamour. Here's a few reasons why:

You can mix old-school style with that killer dress you found.

Chicago Costume has an entire line of vintage Hollywood outfits and accessories, so there are so many options to class up the dress you already bought for the occasion. 

Like this necklace!

Or this one! 

 Or this headband!

You can find items that revamp an old look.

...or add a more glamorous touch to something you already own, Chicago Costume has all sorts of accessories to layer and enhance any outfit you already own.

Add a sheer layer over that dress you already love.

Or some fancy elbow length gloves!

Add a Crinoline for extra volume for your skirt!

You can channel iconic movie stars.

What’s more jaw-dropping than an entrance where you are channeling Cher, Audrey Hepburn, or Marilyn Monroe. What’s a better place than a Costume store to find inspiration to be one of the greats? 

You can get more of your shopping done in one store.

If your hosting there are some necessary items to make your event jaw dropping, whether for a photo booth or around the house, props make everything better.

Don't forget to show us all the fun you're having! Tag us in your photos @chicagocostume on instagram, facebook, and twitter!