Author: Spencer Williams
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Revisiting the Witch’s Road: Daniel Selon on The Alchemy of Costume Design in ‘Agatha All Along’
Down the winding Witches’ Road, where all that’s bad is good and glory waits at the end, costume designer Daniel Selon conjures a world both wicked and wondrous. In this rich and revealing conversation, Selon returns to The Art of Costume to chat about Agatha All Along and reflect on the creative power, detail, and…
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Inside the Luxe and Lurid World of ‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Costumes with Costume Designer Alex Bovaird
A new cast of guests has checked in to The White Lotus, and with them comes a parade of hypnotic, sun-drenched costumes that reveal far more than just personal taste. For the third season, set against the lush backdrop of Thailand, Emmy-nominated costume designer Alex Bovaird returns with her signature blend of satire, glamor, and…
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Civil War Epics, Biblical Glamour and Seventies Porn Chic: Christina Flannery Unpacks the Final Season of ‘The Righteous Gemstones’
How do you design costumes for a show that includes the American Civil War, a biblical-era drama, and seventies porn chic—sometimes all in the same episode? For costume designer Christina Flannery, The Righteous Gemstones has been a wild and genre-blending ride, filled with outrageous looks and unexpected challenges. In this interview, Flannery breaks down the…
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From Chandrila to Yavin: Behind the Rebellious Costume Design of ‘Andor’ Season Two with Michael Wilkinson
From opulent ceremonial gowns to covert rebel uniforms, the costume design in the second season of Andor is a masterclass in storytelling through costume. In this exclusive interview, costume designer Michael Wilkinson opens up about the layered storytelling behind the costumes of the hit Star Wars series. From the transformation of Mon Mothma—from Chandrila’s political…
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From Late-Night Dreams to Quiet Heartbreak: Kathleen Felix-Hager Unpacks the Emotional Storytelling of ‘Hacks’ Season 4 Through Costume Design
What does it mean to dress for success when success doesn’t feel the way you expected? In Hacks season 4, costume designer Kathleen Felix-Hager returns to capture the complex emotional journeys of Deborah Vance and Ava Daniels through sharp tailoring, late-night glamour, and the quiet unraveling of ambition. In this exclusive interview, Felix-Hager breaks down…
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Miniskirts, Cardigans, and Confidence: The Costume Design of ‘Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy’
In Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, every costume tells a story—of love, loss, and the charming resilience of a beloved character. Costume designer Molly Emma Rowe masterfully blends timeless staples like miniskirts and cozy cardigans with a lived-in, thrifted feel that captures Bridget’s evolving journey. From carefully aging costumes to reflect years of wear,…
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From Paris to Rome: ‘Emily in Paris’ Costume Designer Marylin Fitoussi on Season Four’s Bold Fashion Moves
Costume designer Marylin Fitoussi reveals the bold evolution of Emily Cooper’s costumes (played by Lily Collins) in season four of Emily in Paris. From navigating the challenges of winter coats and a glamorous masquerade ball to crafting an Audrey Hepburn–inspired Roman Holiday, Marylin takes us inside the design room—and the heart of the show’s fashion.…
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Rewriting the Rules of Survival Fashion: Marie Schley on Costumes in Yellowjackets Season 3
From rabbit pelts and burnt sweaters to suburban softball hats hiding dark secrets, Marie Schley’s work on Yellowjackets Season 3 pushes the boundaries of survival fashion with terrifying precision. In this exclusive conversation, the Emmy-winning costume designer takes us deep into the ritualistic details of the Antler Queen’s cloak, the evolution of Coach Ben’s horrifying…
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House of the Dragon S2 with Costume Designer, Caroline McCall – The Art of Costume Podcast
House of the Dragon S2 with Costume Designer, Caroline McCall Fire and blood—and stunning costumes to match. Join The Art of Costume Podcast as Spencer sits down with Caroline McCall, the brilliant costume designer behind House of the Dragon Season Two. Together, they explore Caroline’s deep research and medieval inspirations, the evolving styles of the…
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Silhouettes of Power: Bojana Nikitović on the Costumes of Dune: Prophecy
Costume designer Bojana Nikitović takes us behind the striking world of the Dune: Prophecy costumes. Together, we unpack the emotional storytelling behind some of the series’ most unforgettable looks—from the weight of the Bene Gesserit to the rebellious swagger of Desmond Hart and the weathered resilience of the Harkonnen. Bojana shares the detailed process behind…
