Every Halloween, costumes flood the streets. But here’s a scary fact: every year, nearly 35 million Halloween costumes get tossed in the U.S. alone (National Retail Federation). Luckily, at Raveival, we’re here to make the costume scene more sustainable by giving them a second life, keeping these fun and silly outfits out of the landfill and in the party scene where they belong.
The Environmental Horror Story of Halloween Costumes
We love Halloween, but there’s no denying that the tradition of single-use costumes has some frightening side effects:
- Resource Ghouls: Halloween costumes are often made from synthetic fabrics like polyester, which require lots of water, energy, and fossil fuels to produce.
- One-Night Stands (For Costumes): An estimated 35 million costumes are discarded annually in the U.S., many of them after just one use! These end up as textile waste in landfills, where they take decades or even centuries to decompose.
- Microplastic Mayhem: Costumes made from plastic-based materials like polyester eventually break down into microplastics, which can harm marine life and even end up in our food chain.
- Toxic Tricks: The vibrant dyes and finishes used in Halloween costumes often contain harmful chemicals that seep into waterways, harming ecosystems.
Why Reselling Costumes is the Scream-Worthy Solution
One of the best ways to counter the environmental impact of Halloween costumes is to sell your costumes on Raveival! Music festivals and raves are places where costumes are worn all year, so our marketplace is the perfect place for your retired costumes! Certain costumes will sell all year, such as cartoon/anime characters, fairy looks, and silly outfits that are not too spooky!
By selling on Raveival, you are giving costumes a second chance, reducing the demand for new fashion production, and cutting down waste.
Trick or Treat: How to Sell Your Costume on Raveival
Not sure what to do with with this past Halloween’s costume? Don’t let it haunt your closet! Selling your Halloween costume on Raveival is as easy as trick-or-treating:
- Snap some Pics: Get good lighting and show off any unique details or features. Costumes with great photos are much more likely to find a new home!
- Craft a Description: Include details like size, fit, and any special effects (glitter, glow-in-the-dark vibes, etc.).
- Set a Price: Halloween costumes with fair prices sell fast on Raveival—so make sure your listing reflects its quality.
- Send it to a New Haunt: Connect with another costume lover who will keep the spirit of your costume alive. Every costume sold is one less heading to the landfill.
Join the Boo-tiful Movement
Halloween, raves, and music festivals don’t have to mean new costumes (and more waste) every year. At Raveival, we’re helping create a festival and rave scene that’s as fun and silly as Halloween—without contributing to landfill nightmares. This year, make the choice to recycle your Halloween looks on Raveival and join us in keeping the Halloween, music festivals, and raves eco-friendly and endlessly creative! Whether you’re selling last year’s costume or hunting for something fresh, Raveival has your sustainable costume fix. Sell your costume today or start browse for sustainable looks.
