I expect a HUGE increase in prices as Shandy stated for the amount of feathers and gems. And also remember that prices didnt really vary that much this year...I paid just about the same for my costume compared to 2008. So Im bracing myself. Im a backline betty and I refuse to pay above $3500TT for my costume and im not loyal to any particular band so Im going wherever i can get a pretty costume within my budget. (although i know IP cant get a cent out of my pocket again!!!)