Vintage Costumes Chicago: Discover the Vintage Vault at Fantasy Costumes
6th Mar 2026
Step Into the Vintage Vault at Fantasy Costumes
Chicago costume lovers, collectors, cosplayers, and theater professionals now have something new to explore at Fantasy Costumes—the Vintage Vault, a brand-new section inside our legendary Chicago mega store.
If you're searching for vintage costumes in Chicago, the new Vintage Vault at Fantasy Costumes is a hidden treasure filled with authentic theatrical wardrobe pieces pulled directly from our historic rental archives.
For decades, Fantasy Costumes has built one of the most extensive theatrical rental costume archives in the Midwest. Thousands of unique pieces have been used in stage productions, film projects, parades, Halloween celebrations, and themed events throughout Chicago and beyond.
Now, for the first time ever, many of these incredible vintage pieces are available for purchase.
That means you can take home a piece of costume history.
What Is the Vintage Vault?
The Vintage Vault is a curated area of the store featuring authentic vintage costumes, accessories, and theatrical wardrobe pieces pulled directly from our historic rental collection.
Instead of renting them for a weekend, you can now own them.
Inside the Vintage Vault you may discover:
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Vintage theatrical costumes
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Retro jackets, dresses, and historical wardrobe pieces
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Circus and performer costumes
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Vintage hats, helmets, and headpieces
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Unique costume jewelry and accessories
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Retro wigs and character pieces
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One-of-a-kind costume elements you won't find anywhere else
Many of these pieces were originally created for stage productions, film shoots, and themed events, meaning the craftsmanship and character are truly special.
Every rack holds surprises.
A Treasure Hunt for Costume Lovers
The Vintage Vault is designed to be a true treasure hunt experience.
Because the inventory comes from our massive rental archives, the selection is constantly changing. One visit might uncover a vintage ringmaster jacket, while another could reveal retro dance costumes, theatrical military uniforms, or rare costume accessories from decades past.
Whether you are:
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A cosplayer looking for authentic pieces
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A theater professional building a wardrobe
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A vintage clothing enthusiast
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A film or photography stylist
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Or just someone who loves digging through amazing finds**
…the Vintage Vault is a place where you never know what you’ll discover.
A Piece of Fantasy Costumes History
Fantasy Costumes has been part of Chicago’s costume community for generations. Over the years our rental department has accumulated thousands of unique wardrobe pieces used in productions across the city.
Rather than keeping these hidden away in storage, we’re opening the archives and letting customers explore them.
It’s not just shopping.
It’s exploring costume history.
FAQ
Where can I buy vintage costumes in Chicago?
Fantasy Costumes offers one of the largest selections of vintage costumes in Chicago through its Vintage Vault department.
Are the costumes real vintage pieces?
Yes. Many pieces come from Fantasy Costumes’ historic theatrical rental archives used in stage productions and events.
Visit the Vintage Vault in Chicago
The Vintage Vault is now open inside Fantasy Costumes, Chicago’s largest costume and wig superstore.
Our store spans an entire city block and features:
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Over one million items in stock
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One of the largest wig selections in the country
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Hundreds of masks and theatrical accessories
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Professional makeup and special effects supplies
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And now… the Vintage Vault
If you love vintage style, theatrical fashion, or rare costume pieces, you owe it to yourself to stop by and dig through the racks.
You never know what treasure you might find.
Come Dig Through the Vault
The Vintage Vault at Fantasy Costumes is open now, and new pieces are constantly being added.
Stop in, explore the racks, and discover a piece of costume history you can take home with you.
Fantasy Costumes
4065 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
773-777-0222