Halloween is not as big of a deal in Turkey as it in the States, but there are still a few celebrations going around the city*. So if you want to get in the mood and dress up, here is a list of shops from where you can rent or buy costumes.

Costumes

Sihirli Sandık: If you don’t want to look scary but cool, this is the costume shop that you need to check out. It has a huge variety of historic costumes, from the Baroque period to the 1970s. You can rent for up to 3 days, and the prices range between 50 TL – 150 TL.  Address: Hüseyin Ağa Mahallesi Kemer Hatun Caddesi Topçekerler Sokak No.5, Beyoğlu; (0212) 249 01 37

Garderobe: If you want to turn yourself into something extraordinary for one night—be it a crab, a shark, a cockroach, or an apple—you’ll find a great variety of fun costumes here. For the more classic type, there is a huge range of historic costumes as well. You can rent for up to 3 days, and the prices range between 60 TL and 200 TL, plus a deposit of 100 TL, which is fully-refunded as long as the costume is returned without damage. Address: Tomtom Mahallesi Yeni Çarşı Caddesi Demirhan Apartmanı No.38, Beyoğlu; P: (0212) 251 33 73

By Retro: This is not really a costume store but a second-hand clothing shop where you can find a variety of items to turn into a fantastic Halloween costume. If you want to be a 1980s disco star, look for something retro-chic here. Address: İstiklal Caddesi Suriye Pasajı No.166, Beyoğlu; P: (0212) 245 64 20

The Grand Bazaar: This is the world’s first mall, and is still a shopper’s paradise. And even though it doesn’t feature a costume shop among its 4000-plus stores, you can find a variety of Ottoman clothing and accessories that can easily be turned into a costume. Go for a belly-dancing outfit, a şalvar (traditional baggy pants), fez, kavuk (traditional Ottoman turban), or çarık (traditional pointy slippers). You can also take advantage of the jewelry stores to vamp up a costume. You’ll find lots of retro, faux-vintage, and ethnic jewelry at the Grand Bazaar.

Haloween Cakes

If you’d rather celebrate Halloween at a house party, add some party spirit with a Halloween cake.

Coccolat: A cake shop and a cake-decorating school in one, Coccolat’s repertoire includes cakes in the shape of a Brandy bottle, 3-leaved clover, a gift box, and they will be more than happy to cater to your Halloween needs. Just place an order 4-5 days in advance. Address: Bağdat Caddesi Rüştiye Sokak No.8, Kızıltoprak; P: (0216) 449 95 90 
 

Rococo Cakes: They have a peacock cake under their belt; they can surely handle a frog, a snake, or a spider. Just place your order 2 days in advance and get a wonderfully-designed, flavorful cake. Address: Cevdet Paşa Caddesi Engin Konak Apartmanı No.23/1, Bebek; P: (0212) 263 93 19 

Happy Caking: If you want an all-organic cake, Happy Caking is the place to go. Just order your Halloween cake 2 days in advance, and you’re good to go.Address: Göksu Göztepe Caddesi G38 Sokak No.1, Anadoluhisarı; P: (0216) 465 73 70