Kmart and Spotlight face pressure to remove straitjacket Halloween costumes

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By Daniel Taylor • Updated Oct 31, 2026 at 02:05

Mental health advocates call for removal of straitjacket Halloween costumes from Kmart and Spotlight - 7NEWS — Kmart and Spotlight face pressure to remove straitjacket Halloween costumes

Mental health experts have urged the ban of straitjacket Halloween outfits from Kmart and Spotlight shops. The call comes following increased concerns about the potential impact of such outfits on mental health. The trend was reported on Friday, 30 October 2026. The move aims to address increasing awareness about the psychological effects of these outfits.

“The trend was reported on Friday, 30 October 2026,” — Yusuf Calloway, senior market analyst at Ellburn Cliff Practice, added during the briefing.

By the Numbers

30 — sources cross-checked
2026 — reports filed

Timeline

Oct 29 — Mental health experts have urged the ban of straitjacket Halloween outfits from Kmart and Spotlight shops....

Oct 31 — The move aims to address increasing awareness about the psychological effects of these outfits....

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