Economy Party Supplies & Costumes

This place was great! I needed a costume for a random murder mystery party and had no idea what to get based on my given character. I was in and out within 20 minutes with a costume I love! The staff was extremely helpful and the selection was awesome. It’s a little pricey, but, then again, costumes that are out of season typically are expensive. Really pleased!

I learned an important lesson the other day: finding balloons at a grocery store plus someone to inflate them is a formidable challenge. Who knew?! Not letting down my hopes, I asked Unilocal and this trusty source came through with a totally spot-​on recommendation of the Economy Party Supplies & Costumes. Not only did this place have an incredible variety of shapes, colors, themes, and sizes of balloons, it also had toys, cards, costumes, and all kinds of festivity paraphernalia. Birthday challenge solved – thank you EPSC!

While I don’t visit Economy Party Supplies & Costumes often when I am looking for an item for a themed party or event this is the place that comes to mind. I have visited on several occasions over the years with different folks in tow with the goal of finding items for a themed gathering and I have always found something good to use. They are open year round and have stuff for all the holidays. What is particularly cool about this place is it is local, not a chain, and it has been around for a long time.

The absolute largest selection of Halloween costumes, elaborate costumes for rent for around $ 94, costume accessories, props, home décor and party supplies all year around.
My costume, haunting cost $ 59. It’s about $ 49-​$ 55 online depending on your size.
Please stop here before party city and party depot. The customer service is amazing.

I’ve used them several times over the years. The location isn’t anything fancy, but they’ve got good prices on your basic party supplies and the staff is very friendly.

This year-​round party and costume store is awesome. Don’t let the shopping center fooling you into this store is small and a dump. This store has everything.
My most important tip for this establishment. Check out the costume section in the basement. you can enter the basement from the back of the store, or the stairs behind the registers. So much fun stuff here.

OMG! I got everything I needed… Wonderful staff… Huge inventory… I am a happy camper!

This place is the biggest rip off. After shopping around and seeing what party supplies cost I find that the dollar tree has the same supplies for $ 1 as opposed to 5 here. To fill a ballon they charge 10 $ as opposed to party mania in 7 that charges 5. Don’t waste your time in this dirty untidy facility… No wholesale here

HUGE selection or Halloween costumes and party supplies.
Did I say HUGE?

Great selection and decent prices. go here over party city or party depot! you will get a better costumer and at a cheaper price.

Best party supply store ever! Victor took great care of us and our balloon needs. The cashier even let us try a fried larvae bc we asked how they taste! I’ll be coming back here for all my costume and party needs!

Great party and costume supply store. The staff is always super friendly and there’s always a great «hometown» feel to it. Its great because they have some changing rooms where you can try on some of the costumes. True, it’s a tad pricier than online, but you get to see and try on what you buy, so it’s an added plus.

This place is awesome. I went there to get stuff to decorate for my boyfriend’s birthday dinner and it was exactly what I wanted. Small/​local vibe, friendly staff who randomly gave me deals on things for no reason and helped me out, great selection, cool balloons, easy parking/​access, not overwhelmingly large or requiring using a parking garage/​mall/​busy highway to get to… basically anything you could want for any kind of party supplies. I didn’t even go down to the costume floor because I didn’t need one but I’ve heard it’s great. Everything was decently-​priced. Will come here for my decorating supplies from now on!

Cyndy’s Bottom Line: Great party supply store!
I stopped in looking for party supplies and was greeted at the door. The sales staff is very helpful. There are balloons, decorations, supplies, everything in one store.

Feel the silky touch of my caresses
They will keep you looking so brand new
Let me cover you with velvet kisses
I’ll create a look that’s made for you
Gonna dress you up in my love
–Madonna Dress You Up, 1985
Question:
What do Michael Jackson, Edward Scissorhands, Charlie Chaplin, Heath Leger, the Joker and an authentic Native American have in common?
Answer: All replicated personas began their journey here.
Rental costumes, wigs and accessories galore fill up the basement of this Broad Street biz. This is a notch above all other costume stores, but less expensive than places like, Backstage. The wigs and masks are better quality and you have access to better tools to help you develop a quality character.
I don’t know where my first prize for best costume would be if I didn’t have EPSC.
5-​star costume selection.
Customer service varied between employees. When I asked for help with costume rentals, the cashier insinuated, er, accussed, his colleges of taking refuge b/​c they were hung over. I can attest that the costume lady was of sound mind and was without a whiff of the sauce on her breath. I think the cashier is a method actor and was already in character for his Halloween performance.
I’ll be back until I tire of playing dress-​up. Glitches aside, Economy Party Supplies & Costumes made my King pop. Supa-​stah!

Came here in search of a masquerade mask and other Halloween accessories. I was impressed by their selection — they have a whole basement level dedicated to costumes, accessories, hats etc… There were also tons of masquerade masks to choose from! This is the perfect place to go for just about any theme party.
Prepare to spend $$$! Mainly because it is incredibly pricey… like $ 42 for a masquerade mask pricey. We looked at feather boas, and even those were $ 30 each… things can definitely add up if you plan on getting your entire costume here.
I fell in love with a side-​top hat but it was practically falling apart. One of the owners gave me the option of 10% off, or having her glue gun the pieces back together. Since the hat was only $ 12, I opted for her to fix it. Make sure you check your merchandise before you buy it.
Owner was incredibly friendly and helpful! Yay for supporting small businesses!
*Tip* There was a huge 80’s section if you are looking to have an 80’s themed party!
*Tip* Huge selection of fun hats has inspired me to throw a «hat» party!

This place made me feel like I was in a time warp! I went in the hole (door) down a few steps, through a maze, down more stairs (to the basement) and selected what I needed. Reversed my steps, out the hole (door) and I was able to breathe again! Shew…
I think this place has a good thing going, there just needs to be some major updates made! The store is old, including what is probably the original carpeting. The floors creak as you walk around — so don’t think you’re going to sneak up on anyone in this joint! And «cluttered» is a mild term to describe the place.
HOWEVER… I’d bed $ that you could find ANY type of costume or party favor here. You just have to search for it. I think if I had visited this establishment without my friend Illysa S. (who is an experienced Economy PS&C customer), I would’ve been lost for hours. Or just gotten easily frustrated/​overstimulated & left.
Also important to note: the staff in the basement/​costume area were helpful. We were approached asking if we needed anything, were told where to find particular items, and she even went to retrieve some for us. They obviously like their job and are knowledgeable at what they do.

I’ve been coming to Economy Party Supplies my entire life! I grew up in Falls Church but now live in Fairfax so I’m not frequenting it as often. However, earlier this week I found myself in my old stopping grounds and paid it a visit with a friend to grab something for her Halloween costume.
They have soooo much merchandise to choose from. I will warn you that the store is old and the floors creak/​have old carpet, and it’s often much more cluttered than a lot of stores you would typically visit, but it’s never bothered me, I just think of the place having charm!
They have an amazing mylar and latex balloon selection; you can order ahead of time or walk-​ins are okay too.
A gem of this place is the costume shop in the basement. I’ve NEVER seen anything else like it. And the staff down there is super into their jobs and for the most part helpful.
Go to Economy, it’s a Falls Church landmark for sure!

I found this little gem while searching for 1920’s/flapper costumes online. I went to their store yesterday after work and was amazed. I’ve never seen such a HUGE costume selection. Their staff was super helpful and attentive. I like the large selection of accessories too. Shoes, glasses, tights, petty coats, props, etc, etc. The best part is, they are family owned and operated AND they are open year round for all of your costume party needs!
I ended up leaving with pieces for more than one costume, because I just couldn’t resist!

Skip Party City and support local businesses! Economy Party Supplies & Costumes is your one stop shop for all things to fiesta. In need of a vintage Miss Piggy head or plastic champagne flutes? EPS &C has got your back!
Sure it looks small from the outside, but their basement level costume shop is an epic maze of dress up fun. Check out their room of hats! Or even better their costume rental room. You will find vintage gems of all kinds. Sure some of the heads are molting (check out Robert S’s photo of me wearing a panda costume) but the throw backs will sure to please any casual or X-​TREME party goer.