It comes as no surprise to me that that Gaga lady spent 3 hours in Afflecks last week. Weird yet…read moreindelibly wonderful is an apt description for it. Having said that, I must make a more pronounced effort to frequent this magnificent Manchester location more often. Yes, it can be a bit daunting at first, a maze of weird and wonderful stalls and shop fronts. But its worth getting lost here every once in a while, why? Because you'll find private vendors here who have a genuine passion for their respective products and services and the corporate whore in them has yet to emerge. It's refreshing. My first ever visit to Attic was unfortunately without a license to roam. I was missing a single item for my Halloween dressage and was told Attic had it in stock, thus this was a last minute dash and grab job. The meandering nature of the shop floor plans didn't help much but the fact that it wasn't rammed like most other shops before 5pm was a huge bonus. First thing of note, the customer service was incredible! Out of breath having run to the top floor headless chickenly looking for the joint armed with a sweaty quizzical facial expression I was kindly approached almost immediately and offered help. A mere five minutes later I was a sent packing a calm and happy customer back running down the stairs headless chickenly once more. What great service eh? Now five minutes equates to an hour in Inception time (See Nolan's brilliant 2010 scifi flick Inception) so thinking Inceptionly, I discovered that this place caters for pretty much ALL your fancy dress needs. Whether you have a Lord of the Rings fetish, or you're a self confessed Star Trek geek there's something here for everyone. They also have fabrics and other random tools and tricks of the trade perfect for creating your very own costumes (If buying the readymade ones isn't your cup of tea) Ultimately venturing into Attic is journeying into another world of sorts, which is both scary and exciting. The former because a longer than necessary amount of time spent here prompts the thought "hmmm I wish it was fancy dress all the time." It really is a literal form of escapism manifesting itself into a physicality. Which as it turned out this Halloween, is heaps of fun! I for one will definitely be returning and discovering more about this place as research for my next film project. The place is a production costume design gold mine. For the rest of us, it definitely is a one stop shop for all your fancy dress needs.

Huge huge selection of fancy dress here. I challenge you to find any costume/character that is not…read morein this attic shop- truly amazing! Going into this shop made me wish my friends were not becoming convinced they are older and mature now-opting for a dinner party of a fancy dress occasion. I will fight on and pursue a night as a Smurf soon..all with this shops help :)

Whenever I need a fancy dress outfit for either Halloween, Christmas, New Year or just for the sake…read moreof it; I always go here. This shop has most defiantly grown over the years and now had their own website business as well as the shop. Who doesn't enjoy going having a look at the costumes or accessories here? It really is top-quality stuff and if they do not have it in store, then order it for you. You can try the stuff on too, so you know if it fits. You could seriously spend the whole day in here.

This place is an Aladdin's cave and treasure trove of fantastic rolls of fabric, vintage buttons,…read morecostumes to buy and hire and the owner offers a fantastic alteration service on all garments. If you don't immediately see what you were after, ask as you'll get lovely, helpful service.

Hazel is a diamond I always bring my alterations to her. She has been amazing at helping with…read morematerial for dressmaking and fancy dress. Wonderful woman. Jean x

Gallery 786 is an odd specimen, even odder when you consider its location…read more There's art on the walls - obviously. But these places need ways of making money to pay the rent. So, you have the usual picture framing service offered. Standard. They have things in cabinets to look at/ or buy - trophies, interesting bits and bobs - and very expensive costume jewellery, or all things. I suppose jewellery is a decoration to the body and - like fashion - must be seen in one respect as art. But it does contribute to an overall feeling of oddity that pervades this place. And I do wonder if anyone ever spends any money in here or just glances round open mouthed like I did.

After feeling I should support local businesses in Prestwich I had a print framed here..never…read moreagain. The result wasn't brilliant and the customer service that followed was awful, I came away with the impression that once he had my money he was disinterested in anything else.

Thank you so much for being a wonderful Spider-Man and Optimus Prime for my daughter's 5th…read morebirthday. She absolutely loved both mascots and you really got the party started. Wonderful professional service - on time and brilliant with children and adults alike. Thank you again. Samera.

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I love fancy dress parties, and this shop is my first port of call for the perfect outfit. They…read moresell all sorts of costumes from your typical, halloween witch/devil to Cleopatra, Elvis and a saucy policewoman. Even if you've already got your costume, but need the finishing touches, it's a great place to find cheap wands, hats, tiaras, gloves and masks for masquerade balls. If you are going to a black tie ball and need a masquerade mask, they've a great range prices start from £3.00 for a basic mask and go up to 20.00 for a more ornate model. If you've got a costume in mind, I'm pretty sure this place will have it ready for you!