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Action Fabrics and Trim Ltd.
214 East Chicago Ave.
Westmont, Illinois 60559
(630) 323-1962
Catering mainly to gymnastic, ice skating costuming this place is a great source of fancy stretchy fabrics, sequins, beads, spangles, beaded trim and appliques. A little pricey but clearance bins have some good stuff.
Beauty Max Beauty Supplies
5515 St Charles Rd
Berkeley, Illinois 60163
(708) 547-7030
Carries a wide assortment of reasonably priced street worthy wigs and hair goods for weaves and hair pieces as well as make-up, hosiery, and a lot of other stuff.
Murray’s Party Time Supplies
6300 Kingery Hwy.
Willowbrook, Illinois
(630)789-8463
Aside from party supplies, Murray’s carries a large assortment of wigs, theatrical make-up,
masks, hats, ready-to-wear costumes, and props. Prices are comparable to similar shops elsewhere.
Websites for wigs, masks and makeup:
Would You Believe?: Ben Nye Tools of the Trade (yes this is a website!)
www.ec-securehost.com/WouldYouBelieve/Ben_Nye_Tools_of_the_Trade.html
Lacis.com --> corsetry & general garb stuff