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    The Fabric of Film: Tough Guy Wear

    16 Apr ’15 /

    In honour of The Times’ film critic Kevin Maher’s list of iconic movie rebels, we take a look at what it truly takes to make a tough guy in cinema. What constitutes a tough guy, as in ‘man’, on film is usually a traditional interpretation of masculinity. There is always room for the sensitive hero in a sweater and slacks, but for those who watch movies as ingrained wish fulfilment, the sexy and sweaty man’s man needs suitable attire to reflect his personality. But it is not just about the garments themselves. A jacket is a jacket, but a leather jacket is a symbol. A wax jacket on the other…

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    Superfly Solo

    18 Jun ’18
  • Costume Stories and Links

    Costume Stories, This Week: Piero Tosi and Veep

    23 Nov ’13 /

    The week, the costume stories. Oldboy Ruth Carter on working with Elizabeth Olsen and co. for Spike Lee’s upcoming remake. Some really fab costume sketches too. Piero Tosi The wonderful costume designer (The Leopard, The Night Porter), now 86, receives an honorary Oscar. Sleepy Hollow Generous costume designer Kristin M. Burke once again answers fan questions on Twitter. We really must catch up with this show. 20 Worst Dressed Movie Characters Don’t agree with half of these but it’s a fun list nonetheless. The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Further insight into Trish Sumerville’s creative process. This interview, by Kristen Hohenadel, is one of the best currently doing the rounds. …and…

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    Costume Round Up: Villains

    6 Apr ’13

    Costume Stories, This Week: Thor: The Dark World and Reign

    26 Oct ’13

    Costume Stories, This Week: Ray Donovan and Batman (1989)

    5 Jul ’14
  • Clothes from now,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films

    Designer Style: The Counsellor (or Counselor?) Trailer Hits

    26 Jun ’13 /

    The Counsellor trailer hits with high-shine sartorial gloss.

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    Illuminate More Than Hide: Costume Design in A Separation

    1 Jun ’12

    Iron Man 3: A Different Kind of Suit

    24 Apr ’13

    Colleen Goes Contemporary: First Official Pic from The Tourist

    14 Jun ’10