Angine de Poitrine costumes have been removed from Party Expert stores in Quebec after employees were reportedly instructed to take the products off shelves, adding a legal dispute to the breakout year for the anonymous Saguenay rock duo.
The costumes, marketed under names including “Polka Dot Attack,” were designed to resemble the black-and-white outfits and masks worn by the group’s two anonymous performers, Khn de Poitrine and Klek de Poitrine.
Party Expert’s own product listings identify the designs as being inspired by the members of Angine de Poitrine.
The retailer listed the clothing and masks as separate items, allowing shoppers to assemble versions of the duo’s stage appearance.
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Why the costumes were removed
Employees at several Party Expert locations told a Quebec newspaper that they had received instructions from the company’s head office to remove the costumes from store floors.
The employees said the retailer had allegedly received threats of legal action, but the nature of those threats has not been made public.
Representatives for Angine de Poitrine declined to confirm or deny the matter when contacted, meaning there is no public confirmation that the band or its representatives launched legal proceedings.
Party Expert did not publicly explain the reported store withdrawal in the available product information reviewed for this report.
The development appears to concern the physical retail rollout rather than the existence of the products themselves, since some listings remained available online at the time of the latest checks.
What Party Expert was selling
The retailer’s white polka-dot costume pages showed a white polka-dot costume modelled on Klek’s look and a black version associated with Khn.
The white costume was described as a robe-style outfit with black spots, gloves and a rope, while the black costume consisted of a spotted jumpsuit and matching gloves.
The masks were sold separately, including a black mask with white spots, a raised nose and gold geometric details, and a white accessory kit intended to complete the other character’s look.
| Product | Listed price | Status shown online |
|---|---|---|
| White Polka Dot Attack Costume | CAD $59.99 | Listed with store availability |
| Black Polka Dot Attack Costume | CAD $59.99 | Listed as sold out |
| Black Polka Dot Attack Mask | CAD $44.99 | Listed online |
Product availability can change quickly during the Halloween season, and the retailer’s pages show inventory separately for online orders and individual Quebec stores.
Angine de Poitrine’s costumes are central to the act
Angine de Poitrine has built its public identity around anonymity, elaborate masks and polka-dot clothing rather than the public identities of its members.
The group’s official website describes the project as anonymous and warns against speculation about the performers’ identities.
That anonymity has become part of the band’s presentation as the duo has expanded from Quebec performances to international concerts and television appearances.
The group has also been scheduled for European shows in October, including performances in the United Kingdom, Ireland and France.
The costumes therefore raise more than an ordinary Halloween merchandising question: they reproduce visual elements that are closely tied to the group’s stage characters while being sold without a clear indication that they were officially authorized.
What happens next
For now, the publicly known position is limited.
Party Expert’s store-level withdrawal has been reported by employees, while the band’s representatives have not confirmed or denied a legal complaint.
The products may remain available online until existing inventory is exhausted, although listings and stock levels can change without notice.
Neither side has publicly detailed whether the issue involves trademark rights, copyright, merchandising authorization, publicity rights or another legal concern.
Unless the retailer or the band issues a formal statement, the reported legal threats should be treated as unconfirmed rather than as evidence that a lawsuit has been filed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were Angine de Poitrine costumes removed from Party Expert stores?
Employees at several stores reportedly said the costumes were removed after instructions from head office and alleged threats of legal action. The exact reason has not been publicly confirmed.
Are Angine de Poitrine costumes still available online?
Some Party Expert product pages remained active online during the latest checks, although availability differed by item and stock could change quickly.
How much did the costumes cost?
Party Expert listed the white and black outfits at CAD $59.99 each and the black mask at CAD $44.99, with some pieces sold separately.
Did Angine de Poitrine authorize the costumes?
There is no public confirmation that the group authorized the products. Representatives for Angine de Poitrine reportedly declined to confirm or deny the matter.
Who are Khn de Poitrine and Klek de Poitrine?
They are the pseudonymous performers behind the Quebec experimental rock duo Angine de Poitrine, whose public image includes masks and black-and-white polka-dot costumes.
Fact-Checked: Key product details were checked against Party Expert’s official listings and the group’s official website, while the reported store withdrawal and legal concerns were treated conservatively because no formal legal filing or public statement was available.
Disclaimer: Product availability and the reported legal situation may change if Party Expert or Angine de Poitrine issues a further statement.