As Halloween approaches, you might be thinking about throwing a party or anticipating an invite from someone else. With that comes dressing up - and there's a chance last year's costume might have bits missing or not fit you anymore.

Alternatively, you could go to any one of the costume shops in Derby to look for your next horror-themed look. With that in mind, we have put together a list of fancy dress shops for you to visit and try on some creepy clobber.

Don't be fooled, just because it's a month away doesn't mean you should leave it to the last minute as Halloween events can start as early as the end of September. So what are you waiting for, have a look at our list below and see what takes your fancy.

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From cheap, one-night costumes, to full-on fancy dress to hire, this list has got it all for whatever you plan on going as.

JollyJesters

Fancy Dress, Jollyjesters, 25 Derby Rd, Swanwick, Alfreton DE55 1AB

Jollyjesters has well over 2,000 bright, clean costumes for hire, and a huge selection of pre-packed costumes for sale along with an enormous range of wigs, hats, masks, face paints, jokes and novelties. It takes pride in giving customers one-to-one attention and friendly, helpful and honest advice based on its 30+ years in the front line of the fancy dress business.

You can contact them on 01773 609616 for up-to-the-minute information on what to choose.

Oodles of Fun Fancy Dress

176 Chesterfield Rd S, Mansfield NG19 7EE

With almost a five-star rating on Google, Oodles of Fun Fancy Dress has a collection of budget fancy dress costumes for any occasion and a photo booth to see exactly what you look line in your new attire.

You can contact them on 01623 629491 for any questions you may have.

Bella Figura

90 Smedley St, Matlock DE4 3JJ

Bella Figura is a quirky and welcoming boutique on historic Smedley Street in Matlock. It offers a unique blend of vintage-inspired clothing from quality suppliers as well as made-to-measure and alterations services.

It also stocks gorgeous accessories including vintage jewellery, bags, petticoats and hair flowers. This one may not be your traditional Halloween attire, but with creativity, you can achieve anything.

You can call them on 01629 258011 to discuss any ideas you may have.

Luvyababes

13A, Crown Walk, Derby DE1 2PQ

You've definitely heard of this one before, it prides itself on having the best choice of fancy dress on the high street, stocking brands like Smiffys, Wicked Costumes, Hendbrandt and Bristol Novelty. Popular licensed costumes that it stocks include Chucky, BFG, Matilda and many more.

You can call them on 0115 837 2171 or browse the website for potential ideas.

Pure Party Chesterfield

19-21 Cavendish St, Chesterfield S40 1XA

From fancy dresses, wigs and masks, balloons, party makeup and Halloween items, this place has it all. With a collection of prosthetic scars available, you can really make your costume as creepy and as gruesome as you like.

You can call them on 01246 233358 or check out their website here.

Molly Limpet's Costume Hire

Units 1, 2 Barmouth Rd, Sheffield S7 2DH

If you want it done right, contact Molly Limpet, who has provided bespoke theatrical, pantomime and fancy dress costumes across the UK since 2001.

Molly Limpet's is a costume design and manufacturing company, producing garments for hire for musical theatre and pantomime companies, the television and film industries, corporate events, fancy dress, themed weddings, magazine and photo shoots and more.

You'd definitely stand out if you got your costume from here and as it says on its website: "Just like in Narnia, you can discover a whole new world through our wardrobe doors, so please enter."

You can contact them on 0114 2500 851 or email them at enquiries@mollylimpets.com.

Ashby Fancy Dress

Chestnut Farm, Ashby Rd, Moira, Swadlincote DE12 6DP

They have all sorts of costumes and supplies, so it's wise to check the website before visiting to see if they have what you're after.

You can contact them by phone on 07845 748743 or via its website here.

Lets Party Lets Dance

91 High St, Burton-on-Trent DE14 1LJ

With four and a half stars on Google, this costume and fancy dress shop have it all with one Google reviewer saying: "Very friendly staff, Fiona was very helpful and I was able to get what I needed for my 1920s-themed night. Fiona ordered my dress which was lovely. I would recommend this shop far more than shopping for fancy dress online."

You can call them on 01283 511699

Party On

97 Division St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 4GE

With a good choice of party outfits and accessories, this is a nice local shop that has reasonable prices and great masks. You can contact them on 0114 2215602.

Glitz Dancewear & Fancy Dress Ltd

28 Bank St, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 1NT

Glitz supplies a huge selection of fancy dress costumes including 80s fancy dress, adult fancy dress and a whole range for children to hire or buy online.

Based in Cheadle, Staffordshire, it's a little far from Derbyshire, but we've included them due to the fact that you can order online for all your celebrations, parties and special occasions. It has hundreds of costumes perfect for your birthday parties, anniversaries, christenings, weddings, World Book Day, Halloween and much more.

You can call them on 01538 754414 or visit the website here.

Let us know in the comments below of any other costume shops worth a look and what you're planning on dressing up as this year.

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