RAGPICKERS
The Curtain Rises...
RAGPICKERS
The Curtain Rises...
Over 25,000 Authentic Era Garments, Curated Costumes & Historical Artifacts.
Step away from disposable fast-fashion into a wonderland of cinematic history. Rent or acquire authentic wardrobe pieces across all eras, mythical legends, and theatrical spectacles.
"Your Very Own Costume Shop in a Box!"
Tell us your themes, sizes, and wildest imagination. We hand-select complete outfits, accessories, hats, and props, packing a bespoke wardrobe trunk delivered straight to your door or ready for contactless pickup!
Specially curated for couples, roommates, dynamic duos, or best friends. Includes two complete themed costumes with accessories, hats, and finishing flourishes.
A full wooden-style crate of costume treasure! Perfect for small families, groups of friends, or intimate themed parties. High variety & mix-and-match fun.
The ultimate costume wardrobe trunk! Tailored for families of 5 or larger party troupes wanting an entire dressing room experience delivered home.
Single curated costume boxes are available tailored strictly to your individual sizing and aesthetic theme.
A glimpse inside our 25,000 piece archive. Browse by genre or filter through time periods.
Viking ~ Medieval ~ Greco-Roman ~ Fantasy
Hand-crafted velvet cloaks, authentic chainmail, Viking warrior tunics, Greco-Roman chitons, royal court gowns, and enchanting mythical creature attire.
Steampunk ~ Roaring 20s ~ Fab 50s ~ Swingin' 60s ~ Disco 70s ~ Rad 80s
Traverse the centuries with brass-adorned Steampunk gear, 1920s flapper beadwork, 1950s rockabilly, 1970s disco bellbottoms, and neon 1980s retro fashion.
Santa & Elves ~ Tacky X-Mas ~ Virtual Vacation
High-end Santa Claus suits, cheeky elf garb, outrageous tacky Christmas sweaters, tropical virtual vacation Hawaiian wear, and holiday theatrical wardrobes.
We work directly with wardrobe directors, indie filmmakers, theatrical companies, and photoshoot stylists.
Ethical Wardrobe Manifesto
Why buy disposable polyester when you can wear living history?
Statement garments for auditions, photoshoots, themed events, or parties without contributing to landfill waste. Rent high quality, return with ease.
Timeless style resisting fast-fashion homogeneity. Slip into genuine vintage velvet, silk, leather, and tailored wool pieces crafted to last generations.
Transformative wardrobe power. Over 25,000 authentic inventory items built for theatrical magic, cinema storytelling, and unforgettable personal expression.
Historic Location
Nestled inside Winnipeg’s iconic Historic J.R. Watkins Building, Ragpickers Anti-Fashion Emporium is a sprawling cabinet of curiosities filled with vintage apparel, accessories, theatrical wigs, hats, and cinematic wardrobe props.
3rd Floor J.R. Watkins Bldg