costume design

Costume Design: From Fashion House to the Big Screen

February 28, 2011 Fashion
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The tradition of fashion in the film industry reaches back to its very beginnings. As soon as the first leading lady stepped onscreen, she became known for her sense of style. In fact, many of our current and past fashion icons made their mark by showing off their trend-setting look on film. The question is, [...]

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Costume Designers: Creating Characters with Fabric

February 21, 2011 Fashion
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The process a costume designer goes through is very much like that of an actor. When an actor receives a script, it’s like they’re trying on a new identity. Success is determined by whether they can bridge the gap between who they are, and who the character is supposed to be. They look for the [...]

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