A new Halloween tradition returns with a ‘Moonlight Masquerade’ boutique

The summer sun may still be blistering, but inside Roger’s Gardens annual Halloween boutique in Corona del Mar awaits an autumnal “Moonlight Masquerade.”

Creepy face pumpkins on display at the annual Halloween Boutique at Rogers Gardens where this year’s theme is “Moonlight Masquerade.”

(Don Leach / Staff Photographer)

This year, patrons are immersed in a thematic realm that invokes “Venetian intrigue” while offering a selection of gilded masks, vintage spooky season décor and gourds galore.

Shoppers try on wearable masquerade masks during the annual Halloween Boutique at Roger’s Gardens in Corona del Mar.

(Don Leach / Staff Photographer)

A highly anticipated seasonal event, the boutique opened to the public on Friday. No ordinary shopping experience, Roger’s Gardens staff carefully curated a mysterious Carnival of Venice atmosphere with prop pieces, including a giant gilded mask that greets through the entrance.

A shopper films a piano playing skeleton during the annual Halloween Boutique at Rogers Gardens.

(Don Leach / Staff Photographer)

Moonlight Masquerade is open daily from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. through Halloween.

A wall size masquerade face greets guests to the entrance of the annual Halloween Boutique at Roger’s Gardens.

(Don Leach / Staff Photographer)

But with a sought after selection of Halloween decorations, including by local featured artists, the wares might not last long on the shelves.