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  • Clothes from Fantasy & Sci-fi,  Guys in Films,  Premium

    Become The Babadook

    28 Oct ’14 /

    On the surface the Babadook is just another bogeyman: prickly, sinewy, all arched limbs and spiky digits. And this is the point: he is just another bogeyman; it is what he represents that really matters. Without spoiling too much, The Babadook is larger than life because he is the exaggerated physical manifestation of our demons. In this respect he could look like anyone – wherever our fears lead. Nonetheless for the purposes of dressing up as the Babadook for this Halloween, and having anyone actually guess who you are, the following is required: top hat, cape and some pointy things to stick on your fingers. To achieve maximum scare, however,…

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    Film Review: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time

    14 May ’10

    Dual Analysis: Beetle Juice – Chris’ Thoughts

    27 Oct ’09

    Star Wars: Interview with Michael Kaplan

    22 Jan ’16
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls on TV,  Guys on TV,  Premium

    Penny Dreadful: Dressing the Monsters of Victorian London

    20 May ’14 /

    NO SPOILERS Real and mythological, figurative and literal; monsters of all kinds abound in Sky Atlantic’s new period horror series Penny Dreadful. We might expect a skulking figure in a top hat and frock coat to be scary, though who would have thought a bustle and redingote could be so terrifying? Well, step forward Eva Green as enigmatic Vanessa Ives. Not hero nor villain, but a dead eyed clairvoyant who definitely shouldn’t be invited to dinner parties. Penny Dreadful is set in 1891, although is more a literary parallel universe than true reflection of the era. Some of the characters featured are written for the show (Vanessa), some existed in…

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    Review: Django Unchained

    28 Dec ’12

    Django Unchained: Tarantino’s First Costume Oscar?

    23 Oct ’12

    Sharen Davis Costume Interview: Django Unchained

    1 Jan ’13
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  Premium

    Review: Lincoln

    1 Feb ’13 /

    The biggest compliment that can be paid to Joanna Johnston’s costumes in Lincoln is that you will hardly notice them.

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    Anna Karenina: Jacqueline Durran Talks Jewellery & Costume

    11 Jan ’13

    Dress like a Peaky Blinder

    13 Sep ’13

    The Phantom of the Opera: Colour, Character and Costume

    5 Dec ’12
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  Interviews,  Premium

    Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: Costume Round Up: Part 2

    9 Jul ’12 /

    Second and final part of Clothes on Film’s sartorial run-through of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, with exclusive input from costume designer Jenny Beavan.

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    Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: Costume Round Up: Part 1

    22 Jun ’12

    Sherlock Holmes Costume Guide Part 1: Frock Coats & Bustles

    17 May ’10

    War Horse: Interview with Costume Designer Joanna Johnston

    27 Apr ’12
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  Interviews,  Premium

    Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows: Costume Round Up: Part 1

    22 Jun ’12 /

    First of Clothes on Film’s two part sartorial run-through of Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, with exclusive input from costume designer Jenny Beavan.

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    The Lighthouse: All Hail a High Waist Trouser

    4 Feb ’20

    Sharen Davis Costume Interview: Django Unchained

    1 Jan ’13

    The Wolfman: Some Pics for the Weekend

    12 Dec ’09
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  Interviews,  News

    Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows Costume Trailer Arrives

    14 Jul ’11 /

    First look at Jenny Beavan’s late Victorian-with-a-twist costumes in action.

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    Anna Karenina: Jacqueline Durran Talks Jewellery & Costume

    11 Jan ’13

    Status and Signifiers: Costume in There Will Be Blood

    1 Apr ’14

    Review: War Horse

    16 Jan ’12
  • Clothes from 1980s,  Clothes from now,  Guys in Films,  News

    Arthur: Trailer No. 2. Brace Yourself

    3 Mar ’11 /

    A second trailer for Arthur starring Russell Brand in a top hat has arrived. Can the film possibly be as likeable as this footage implies?

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    Anchorman 2 Trailer: Ron and Friends Meet the 80’s

    19 Jun ’13

    Costume, Colour and Semiotics of Heathers

    4 Oct ’13

    Win a Limited Edition Scarface Blu-Ray + Scarf & Money Clip

    1 Sep ’11
  • Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  News

    Ice Cold Movie Posters Inspired by Male Costume

    7 Oct ’10 /

    Moxy Creative has designed a super cool collection of movie posters based on iconic male costume.

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    Win! Five Copies of Movie Dressmaking Book Sew Iconic

    1 May ’12

    Costume Stories: This Week, Anna Nicole and House of Cards

    29 Jun ’13

    Hannibal: Exclusive Interview with Janty Yates

    12 Jun ’09
  • Clothes from 1930s,  Girls in Films,  Premium

    Top Hat: Ginger Rogers’ Ostrich Feather Dress

    11 Aug ’10 /

    The most memorable musical number ever captured on film, and Ginger Rogers’ dress contributes to this greatly.

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    Murder on the Orient Express: Interview with Costume Designer Alexandra Byrne

    2 Nov ’17

    King Kong: Naomi Watts’ White Evening Dress

    23 Oct ’09

    Puttin’ on the Glitz: An Upcoming Fashion and Film Event

    12 Mar ’14
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    Clothes on Film Shop Directory: Sherlock & Inglourious

    13 Feb ’10 /

    We get a lot of questions at Clothes on Film about where to buy garments similar to those seen in the movies.

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    ‘Retro’ Katie White from The Ting Tings

    6 Jun ’09

    Jacques D’Azur’s Heir Found: Enjoys Bespoke Tux & Lots to Drink

    9 Jun ’10

    Santé! Win Jacques d’Azur’s VIP Lifestyle at Cannes

    29 Mar ’10
  • Clothes from 1837-1919,  Girls in Films,  Guys in Films,  News

    The Wolfman: Some Pics for the Weekend

    12 Dec ’09 /

    As it is the weekend how about some photos from Universal’s upcoming remake of the The Wolfman.

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    Costume Designer Anaïs Romand Discusses House of Tolerance

    7 Sep ’12

    Dual Analysis: The Young Victoria – Chris’ Thoughts

    28 Jul ’10

    The Phantom of the Opera: Colour, Character and Costume

    5 Dec ’12