How to Buy a Star Trek Costume
Star Trek has remained popular for the past 40 years. Dedicated fans enjoy the multiple television series and movies. Hard-core collectors will be interested in official merchandise used during production, but others can purchase costumes that are similar to the ones worn by the cast members. These can be fun to wear at Halloween parties or Star Trek conventions.
Instructions
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Search the Internet for "Star Trek Costume." A number of online costume shops will carry Star Trek costumes. You can purchase directly from these sites using a credit card.
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Visit sites such as Amazon and search for "Star Trek Costume or Uniform" under "Apparel and Accessories."
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Log on to the official Star Trek Web site (see resources). Select "Store" and choose costumes under the category "Clothing."
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Search through online auctions such as eBay. You might find basic costumes or even actual costumes worn by the cast.
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Visit a costume store. These are especially popular around Halloween, however many are open year round.
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Tips & Warnings
As of August 2009, a basic Star Trek costume cost between $30 to $60. More authentic costumes or those worn by the cast can run several hundred dollars.
Check the reputation of any online costume store through the Better Business Bureau (bbb.org) before giving out your credit card information.