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The week in costume stories and links. FIDM Gorgeous costumes on display from 2013 released movies. Tyranny of Style takes you there… Some more good FIDM photos at Frocktalk. Downton Abbey Insightful gallery notes by costumer Caroline McCall. Sure, baby … Continue reading
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We may have to eat our words, but as it stands 12 Years a Slave is unlikely to win the Best Costume Design Oscar. It does tick some of the necessary boxes: it’s period (mid 19th century), features both crinolines … Continue reading
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Potiche confirms that Catherine Deneuve will always be Belle de Jour, only now with added sense of humour. Continue reading
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In Malèna, Monica Bellucci plays an impossible vision of beauty; a woman so striking she is immediately sexualised by all who lay eyes on her. Continue reading
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First look at Jenny Beavan’s late Victorian-with-a-twist costumes in action. Continue reading
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More clip than teaser trailer, but Meryl Streep certainly does look the part. Continue reading
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Judianna Makovsky demonstrates that contemporary fashion with a plot is far more fun than a flick through Vogue. Continue reading
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Public Enemies demonstrates how costume can actually drive a story narrative. Continue reading
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The Debbie Reynolds costume collection is up for sale. Darn you, worldwide recession! Continue reading