Review: Ghostbusters Bags from HalloweenCostumes.com

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Who ya gonna call when you need a killer Ghostbusters bag for a Halloween costume, a con or, y'know, life? HalloweenCostumes.com, of course!

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A few weeks ago my friend Mike over at AllHallowsGeek.com posted about these bags…and my jaw dropped. Novelty hangbags are kind of a big thing in the Halloween community, but I had never seen any quite like these.

If they elicited this kind of reaction for me, a casual “Ghostbusters” fan, I knew that many of you would absolutely fall in love with them too.

My friends over at HalloweenCostumes.com were paying attention because the next thing I knew, all three bags arrived in the mail so I could do a little review of them…AND give one away to one of you! More on that in just a minute.

First, can we just take in how awesome these bags are?

 

 

I mean…c’mon! So so cool, right?

I’ll share more about each bag below, but overall there are two things I genuinely love about these.

First, how long all the straps are! As a tall girl with a long torso, finding cross-body bags that actually hang down to my hip can be hard. The adjustable strap allowed me the option to go over-the-shoulder or cross-body with all three bags…with a bit of length left over.

Second, the price point. Slimer and the logo bags are only $24.99, and the Ecto-1 bag is just $5 more at $29.99. You really can’t beat being under $30 for a novelty handbag!

One detail I usually look for in my purses is an extra zipper pocket on the inside, and while I wish these – esp. the car – had that, it also wouldn’t be a dealbreaker for the fun of carrying around a Ghostbusters bag.

 

 

Ghostbusters Slimer Windowed Mini-Tote

Dimensions: Compartment is 6 inches high by 4 inches wide and 3 inches deep; Slimer is 10 inches high by 13 inches high
Materials: 100% PVC vinyl faux leather with polyester fabric lining
Price: $24.99
GET IT HERE

 

 

First up is Slimer. I love how BRIGHT this bag is! The interior of the bag is red, outside is the perfect shade of lime green and that bright pink tongue makes him stand out in this trio.

 

 

His mouth opening is clear plastic. On the backside, the actual body of the bag is a 6-inch by 4-inch rectangle. The top zipper has two pull tabs, which I love.

 

 

In my normal day-to-day life, I tend to carry larger purses that fit books and notebooks. While Slimer wouldn’t be a daily carry for me, he is perfect for things like attending conventions, October horror movie date nights or pumpkin patch outings where you might carry a smaller bag. Or if you’re simply a minimalist!

 

 

Ghostbusters Logo Halloween Bag

Dimensions: 6.5 inches in diameter, 2 inches wide
Materials: 100% PVC vinyl faux leather with polyester fabric lining
Price: $24.99
GET IT HERE

 

 

You can’t go wrong with the iconic Ghostbusters logo! Like Slimer, the logo bag has dual zippers. The backside is solid red, and I think it’s my favorite of the three because it is the PERFECT size.

 

 

In my days as The Good Groupie, I became something of a concert purse expert…and this one would definitely qualify as an ideal concert purse size. Just big enough that the design will be eye-catching but small enough that it fits next to your body snuggly. This one, especially, would be perfect for carrying at conventions.

 

 

It would look great with this costume. Just saying… (Or this one if you prefer the classic jumpsuit.)

 

 

Ghostbusters Ecto-1 Car Bag

Dimensions: 13 inches long by 6 inches high, 2 inches wide
Materials: 100% PVC vinyl outer shell with polyester fabric lining
Price: $29.99
GET IT HERE

 

 

To round out the collection, we have the Ecto-1 car! The backside of this bag is solid white, and it has a single zipper. The shape of the car is more or less the shape of the bag compartment – a little long and awkward but that’s just the nature of novelty bags.

 

 

I do wish this one, in particular, had an interior pocket but for the right costume, it wouldn’t deter me from purchasing it.

 

 

What I do love about this bag more than the other two is all the details on the car. The shimmery windows, lights and chrome details give it a different dimension. And, of all three, I think this one is an absolute steal for just $30!

 

 

 

[CLOSED] Giveaway: Win a Ghostbusters Bag of Your Choice!

Love these Ghostbusters bags from HalloweenCostumes.com as much as me? Here’s your chance to win one Ghostbusters bag of your choice! All you have to do is leave a comment on this blog post telling me your favorite line from any of the “Ghostbusters” movies. (Yes, I’ll even allow the 2016 all-female cast because – unpopular opinion – I loved it.) Please scroll to the bottom of the page to leave your comment.

Then for extra chances to win, be sure you’re following Spooky Little Halloween AND HalloweenCostumes.com on social media. Each follow equals one additional entry for you:

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

This giveaway closes Wednesday, Feb. 10 at 11:59 p.m. CT.

A winner will then be drawn at random and announced on Spooky Little Halloween’s TwitterFacebook AND Instagram accounts on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 no later than 7 p.m. CT (Convert to your local time.)

Guys – this part is SUPER important: The winner will also receive an email from me (hello@spookylittlehalloween.com) notifying them of their win with additional instructions for claiming their item. They have 24 hours from the send time to reply to claim their prize. If they do not reply within that timeframe, a new winner will be selected. Please keep an eye on your inbox on Thursday, Feb. 11 if you enter!

Best of luck!

 

 

Happy haunting,

 

 

Miranda | Spooky Little Halloween

Miranda is the Houston-based writer, blogger, and Halloween lover behind Spooky Little Halloween, the blog celebrating October 31st all year long. Her favorite Halloween things include pumpkin guts, chocolate bars in her trick-or-treat pail, real haunted houses (including the one she lives in!), and historic cemeteries.

76 Comments

  1. Reply

    Kristen

    February 4, 2021

    These bags are so stinking cute! I recently became obsessed with matching my purses to my costumes. My favorite is my two faced jack-o-lantern purse I got from Sweet Midnight thanks to a previous post of yours! When conventions are back up and running again, I’ll be ready!

  2. Reply

    April

    February 4, 2021

    My favorite line from the new Ghostbusters movie (which I also loved) is “Get out of my friend ghost!”

  3. Reply

    Diana

    February 4, 2021

    Just one favorite? So hard to choose, but my top two are

    “There is no Dana only Zuul”

    And

    “When someone asks you if you’re a god, you say yes”

  4. Reply

    Codie

    February 4, 2021

    I love these bags so hard, and I am not even a purse carrier! The Ecto-1 bag is sublime and I will probably have to purchase it. My absolute favorite car is a ‘59 Caddy and Ecto-1 is no exception. In fact, I just completed a 2300+ Lego kit of her and she’s amazing.
    There are so many iconic lines from the original movie and I grew up with parents that would quote it regularly. (Fun fact, Ghostbusters was the first film I ever saw in a movie theater!) You would often hear my parents say “…from the depths of the Sloar, that day I can tell you.” While not a complete quote, it’s definitely a favorite.

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    Kristina

    February 4, 2021

    “Back off man, I’m a scientist.”

    I love all the little details on the car in particular. These are so cute.

  6. Reply

    Mandy

    February 4, 2021

    Thanks for introducing these to us! I The review was really helpful. I also don’t like it when bags have short straps and I hadn’t even noticed the shimmer on the car until you pointed it out!

    My favorite line is, “Okay, who brought the dog?”

  7. Reply

    Lauren Chamberlain

    February 4, 2021

    These bags are amazing!! Thanks so much for bringing us this giveaway!

    “There is no Dana, only Zuul”

  8. Reply

    Janet

    February 4, 2021

    My favourite quote is from GBII:

    “Being miserable and treating other people like dirt is every New Yorker’s God-given right.”
    -Mayor David Margulies

    Fingers crossed I will get my hands on one of these beauties! Thanks for sharing, Miranda!

    Janet aka. janooonooo

  9. Reply

    Samantha

    February 4, 2021

    How did you know I sketched out a Ghostbusters costume for this year?? One might say it’s a little spooky. These bags are incredible! The Ecto-1 reminds me of the toy one I used to play with as a child.
    I love the line, “I’ll get you a nice fruit basket. I’m gonna miss him. ” Always something nice to say after a disagreement; even if it’s just internal.

  10. Reply

    Chelse

    February 4, 2021

    “Safety lights are for dudes!”

    I was eyeing these bags when All Hallows’ geek shared them and now I really want one! You’re 100% right that they would look amazing with a Ghostbusters jumpsuit!

    I’m so excited to see what other merch comes out for Ghostbusters with the release of the new film later this year! (I’ve got my fingers crossed on the return of ecto-cooler)

  11. Reply

    Christina

    February 4, 2021

    Huge Ghostbuster fan and I love them all! These bags are super cute! Your review made me want them more! Stay Puft is my my spirit animal but the all girl movie is probably the funniest to me!

    Stay Spooky!

  12. Reply

    Jade

    February 4, 2021

    Omg these bags are stunning!! I cannot believe the amazing price points! I need to collect them all lol. My favorite line from Ghostbusters would probably be “I collect spores, molds, & fungus.” Or ” He slimed me!” LoL 💚👻🚫

  13. Reply

    Jessie

    February 4, 2021

    Do. Or cross the streams!

  14. Reply

    Jessie

    February 4, 2021

    DO NOT CROSS THE STREAMS *

  15. Reply

    Kimberly

    February 4, 2021

    OMG those bags are cute. I think my favorite quote is from the cartoon, “I’ve been slimed!” but from the movie: “This job is definitely not worth 11.5 a year.” lol.

  16. Reply

    Princess

    February 4, 2021

    OMG! I maybe slightly obsessed with these already. You look amazing! Thanks for sharing!

  17. Reply

    Andrew

    February 4, 2021

    Ahhh these are so cute!! And I also really liked the 2016 one – especially when Holtzman goes “Forgot about my new toys!” during the climax fight in NYC… ahhh so good!!

  18. Reply

    Sara C.

    February 4, 2021

    I love these and they would be perfect for our GB group! We dress up as screen-accurate GBs and volunteer for fundraisers, children’s nonprofits, and various other events! I absolutely love these!!

    I follow you already!! Love your IG!!

    Ok, fav quotes are:

    “…. aw man, I thought it was gonna be He-Man!”

    “You spell science with a “Y”. And what’s upsetting about that is I don’t think you know that that’s wrong.”

    “It’s MILLA TIME!”

  19. Reply

    Chelsea

    February 4, 2021

    These bags are insanely cute!!! My favorite Ghostbusters quote is Ray, when someone asks you if you’re a god, you say ‘YES’

  20. Reply

    Ashley

    February 4, 2021

    THESE ARE SO FLIPPING CUTE! I’ve always got a chuckle from the line “Being miserable and treating other people like dirt is every New Yorker’s God given right.”

  21. Reply

    Tanya

    February 4, 2021

    These bags are adorable! My youngest son is obsessed with Ghostbusters so we watch it a lot in my house in all of its forms. The line I say the most to my kids whenever they are asking crazy things is “There is no Dana, only Zuul” so that must be my favorite.

  22. Reply

    Hellen Die

    February 4, 2021

    I love those bags. My only wish is they would someday make a backpack shaped like the proton pack with the same stunning detail as Ecto 1.

    As for lines?

    Oscar?! What kind of name for a baby is Oscar?

  23. Reply

    Dana

    February 4, 2021

    THERE IS NO DANA, ONLY ZUUL!

    As a Dana myself, this has to be my favorite.

  24. Reply

    Tamsin

    February 4, 2021

    “There is no Dana, only Zuul.” I use it constantly with my own name when I’m hungry 😂 or hangry.

  25. Reply

    Puffb

    February 5, 2021

    Spengler: Forty years of darkness! Earthquakes, volcanoes…

    Zeddemore: The dead rising from the grave!

    Venkman: Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together… mass hysteria!
    😄💚👻

  26. Reply

    Stephie

    February 5, 2021

    Love these bags!! How are you supposed to pick one?!

    My favorite quote, “That’s a big Twinkie.” – Winston Zeddmore

  27. Reply

    Mel

    February 5, 2021

    These bags are amazing! I absolutely love the Slimer one. One of my favourite quotes would have to be
    “Mother pus-bucket!””

  28. Reply

    Claire

    February 5, 2021

    Anything Kevin says in the 2016 Ghostbusters, especially about his dog. “His full name is Michael Hat.”

  29. Reply

    Carolyn

    February 5, 2021

    Love these bags! The Ecto-1 car in particular! The original Ghostbusters are classics, but I also really enjoyed the all female reboot. Also, let’s not forget Dan Aykroyd’s cameo in Casper as a “ghostbuster” called to Whipstaff Manor! I’ll go with the female remake and basically anything that Chris Hemsworth said as Kevin, the receptionist!

  30. Reply

    Sav

    February 5, 2021

    “What a lovely singing voice you must have.” LOL

  31. Reply

    Katie

    February 5, 2021

    These bags are sooo awesome!! I love all of them!
    “You’re a scientist? You don’t act like a scientist. . . . you’re more like a game-show host “ – Dana

    One of my friends is such a Ghostbusters fan, he and a few friends started their own brewery and named it Zuul (but for copyright reasons it is spelled Xül).

  32. Reply

    MEGAN S BENNETT

    February 5, 2021

    “No one Steps on a Church in my town!”
    “Don’t worry. She’s Tough. She’s a Harbor Chick! ”

    These bags are amazing!

  33. Reply

    Aysha

    February 5, 2021

    Love these, so cute! One of each please! If I have to choose though, I d go with the classic logo ghost bag.
    The quote I use most frequently is from the first movie by Ray- “Listen, do you smell something?”

  34. Reply

    Patricia Kellogg

    February 5, 2021

    Raymond Stantz: Fire and brimstone coming down from the skies! Rivers and seas boiling!
    Egon Spengler: Forty years of darkness! Earthquakes, volcanoes…
    Winston Zeddmore: The dead rising from the grave!
    Peter Venkman: Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together… mass hysteria!

    Peter Venkman: He slimed me.

    Peter Venkman: Back off, man! I’m a scientist!

    AND SO MANY MORE!!
    WE CAME, WE SAW, WE KICKED ITS ASS!

  35. Reply

    Rebecca

    February 5, 2021

    I love the 2016 Ghostbusters too! Those ladies crack me up. And even though I feel like I’m back in elementary school, one of my favorite quotes is “Garret here saw it on Tuesday, and I believe it made him soil himself.” 🤣

  36. Reply

    Nathan Valentine

    February 5, 2021

    Oh my gosh, those designs are so cute! I love the Slimer bag, but my FAVOURITE is the Logo Bag! Perfect design and colours!
    My fav line from the movie(s) is: “Your girlfriend lives in the corner penthouse of Spook Central.” I like this lime because “Spook Central” sounds like an AWESOME place to live! I wouldn’t mind having a girlfriend/boyfriend who lived there, either!

  37. Reply

    Randa

    February 5, 2021

    I LOVE THESE.The Ghostbusters series (including the animated series) are some of my favorite movies of all time. I even love the new one too!! They remind me of Halloween and my dad who is also a huge fan. I watch them all the time because they still hold up. My favorite line is from the first movie when Venkman goes to meet Dana for their date and she has been possessed by Zuul. “Dana can I talk to Dana?” “There is no Dana, only Zuul” “My what a lovely singing voice you have!”
    Best line.

  38. Reply

    Tiffany Taylor

    February 5, 2021

    . “That’s a big Twinkie.” — Winston Zeddmore 

    😎

  39. Reply

    Angie

    February 5, 2021

    These bags are awesome! My favorite quote from the first movie is “Okay, who brought the dog?” I also like the 2016 version. My favorite quote from that movie is “The hat is too much, right? Is it the wig or the hat?”

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    Ramon

    February 5, 2021

    Ok, who brought the dog?

  41. Reply

    Patti Dunford

    February 5, 2021

    “Don’t cross the streams.” Love that movie! :D

  42. Reply

    Sydney Moore

    February 5, 2021

    I love these bags!! I agree with your unpopular opinion, as I really loved the 2016 version of Ghostbusters! (Girl power lol). My favorite quote is at the end when they come out of the hole with gray hair and Erin asks what year it is, and Holtzman says, “it’s 2040. Our president is a plant.” I just love her sarcasm and snarky sense of humor! Thank you for doing this giveaway and keeping the Halloween spirit alive all year long!

  43. Reply

    Erika

    February 5, 2021

    I gotta go with Janine: “I’ve quit better jobs than this. Ghostbusters, whaddya want??” An entire MOOD.

    These bags are too cute. Thanks for the chance to win!

  44. Reply

    Jackie

    February 5, 2021

    These bags are great! My favourite quote is: There is no Dana, only Zuul

  45. Reply

    Adair

    February 5, 2021

    When talking about the city heading for disaster, Peter says, “Human sacrifice! Dogs and cats living together! Mass hysteria!”

  46. Reply

    Cindy

    February 5, 2021

    My favorite line – “When someone asks you if you are a God – you say Yes!”

  47. Reply

    Nicole Hrdlicka

    February 5, 2021

    These bags are rad! Super creative!
    A few fav lines from the original movie is when they encounter Gozer and Peter says:

    “Alright! This chick is toast!”

    And

    “Let’s show this prehistoric bitch how we do things downtown.”

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    Cindy Kent

    February 5, 2021

    “OK, I don’t know if it was a race thing or a lady thing, but I’m mad as hell.”
    – 2016 Ghostbusters (My personal favorite Ghostbusters movie so far!)

    I want that logo bag! That would be my main purse for September and October!

  49. Reply

    Courtney Riebe

    February 6, 2021

    LOVE the circular Ghostbusters bag! I’d definitely wear it year-round and I know it’d be a huge hit with my kiddos in my classroom!🤗 My favorite quote is, “We came, we saw, we kicked some a**!” Thanks for posting your authentic reviews and sharing these great products from wonderful small businesses!

  50. Reply

    Kasvetli Mila

    February 6, 2021

    All 3 of the bags are super cute! Let me rank them.
    #1:Design wise I would go for the Ecto1 ‘cos I’ m all about sporting a white hearse w/ cute details. #2 The Ghost: I’m a sucker for red white & black plus I collect ghost print!
    #3.Slimer! That lime green color reminds me of a patent handbag I had during high school in the late 90s.. The clear window is a lovely touch.

    How do you choose a favorite line from movies chock full of great lines???
    *She says she’s a the Gatekeeper. Does that make sense to you? Some. I’ m with the Keymaster now. We have to get these 2 together.*

    *Yes it’s true , this man has no dick!*

  51. Reply

    Rachel

    February 7, 2021

    “I told you to eat that sandwich, low blood sugar is not a joke.” “The power of Patty compel you.” Just watched the remake today and I too love it!
    I just bought a Book of Speels novelty purse from Spirit Halloween last year and I feel in love with it.

  52. Reply

    Chani Saint

    February 7, 2021

    Omg that ecto 1 looks amazing!!
    My favorite quote i also just randomly say to my coworkers when i dont care, “valentine’s day. Bummer.” 🤣

  53. Reply

    Sisifo

    February 7, 2021

    “It’s true. … This man has no dick.” 🙊
    All of the bags are fun, but that Ecto-1 Car bag is AMAZING. I freaking love it!

  54. Reply

    Ruth

    February 7, 2021

    “Back off man, I’m a scientist”

  55. Reply

    Heather Henry

    February 7, 2021

    “Back off man, I’m a scientist.” Definitely!

    Love the bags! My family drove a car like Ecto….so embarrassing as a high school kid—wish I had it now!

  56. Reply

    Christen T

    February 8, 2021

    “Ray, what did you do? ”
    The StayPuft Marshmallow Man scene is my favorite. It’s full of funny lines. He’s such a cute monster! I really like the Slimer bag that’s the one I would choose. All of these bags are great options.

  57. Reply

    Ms Peppercorn

    February 9, 2021

    ” That’s a big Twinkie.” — Winston Zeddmore

    Would love me some Ghostbusters Logo bag!

  58. Reply

    Jennifer

    February 10, 2021

    I love that ecto bag so much. My favorite line is from the first library scene. “Listen, you smell something?”

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    Suneet Ashburn

    February 10, 2021

    “Back off , man, I’m a scientist.” Too funny!

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    Erin

    February 10, 2021

    There are so many great lines! And I love that there’s an Erin in the “unpopular” Ghostbuster movie — when it premiered, my friend Michelle and I went and we loved every second.

    Probably the quotes I wind up using the most, though, are from the original.

    “Listen! Do you smell something?”

    and

    “I love this plan! I’m excited to be a part of it.”

    👻👻

  61. Reply

    Heather C.

    February 10, 2021

    Those are super cute, and such a fantastic price! I think I love the Ghostbusters logo one the best though. =)

  62. Reply

    Devon

    February 10, 2021

    “We had part of a slinky… but I straightened it.”

  63. Reply

    Melissa W

    February 10, 2021

    Love all of these! And the prices are much more affordable than I was expecting! I think one of my favorite lines is from the second one, “I used to have a roommate but my mom moved to Florida”

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    Amarantha

    February 10, 2021

    “when someone asks you if you’re a god, you say ‘yes!’”

  65. Reply

    Katherine Killer Stitch Dolls

    February 10, 2021

    Ahhh the logo bag is the best purse I have ever seen in my life!! 🖤❤️👻

    “I collect spores, molds and fungus.” — Dr. Egon Spengler

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    Brittney

    February 10, 2021

    “There is no Dana. Only Zuul.” My mom’s name is Dana. We use this often. 🧐

  67. Reply

    Dennis Ball

    February 10, 2021

    I love these! So cute and cool!

  68. Reply

    Tamara Comstock

    February 10, 2021

    Omg I love these so much! I can see myself wearing them to Dragon Con or even carrying to work – they’d match my ghostbusters scarf perfectly!

    It’s so hard to choose a favorite line but since I ALSO enjoy Ghostbusters ATC I’ll pull the one I probably repeat the most: “safety lights are for dudes” 😂

  69. Reply

    Jaleesa Knight

    February 10, 2021

    I love these bags! I love all novelty bags! My favorite line would be “there is no dana, there is only zuul!”

  70. Reply

    Whitney Haddad

    February 10, 2021

    “Safety lights are for dudes.”
    Or
    “You try saying no to these salty parabolas.”

  71. Reply

    Erica

    February 10, 2021

    “Ray – when someone asks if you’re a god…you say YES!”

    I can’t really just pick ONE quote, but this one wins in this moment.
    And these bags are incredible! If I’m not winning it, I might have to track them down since our local Ghostbusters have been trying to recruit me for almost 2 years. These are fantastic!!

  72. Reply

    Tiffany

    February 10, 2021

    These purses are adorable! 💚
    My 4 year old son and I love the Ghostbusters and randomly yell Janine’s line – “We got one!” In her accent.
    Thank you for the opportunity to own one of these!

  73. Reply

    Karen

    February 10, 2021

    My favorite line
    “Why worry?” Each one of us is carrying an unlicensed nuclear accelerator on his back. Dr. Peter Venkman

    This line reminds me of these beautiful bags! Thanks you so much for sharing your reviews & offering this awesome giveaway! Have a Spooktacular day doll

  74. Reply

    Lori Nagel

    February 10, 2021

    Creeping in at the witching hour! 👻

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    Lisa Marie

    February 11, 2021

    My favorite line from the movie is “he slimed me” followed by “that’s great! actual physical contact!” – Slimer has always been my favorite character so anything that involves him. 💚

  76. Reply

    Patricia Kellogg

    April 12, 2021

    Anyone see who won?

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