Author: Spencer Williams
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Costume Designer Luis Sequeira Dives Into the Dark and Twisted Costumes of ‘Guillermo del Toro’s Series Cabinet of Curiosities’
Something wicked this way comes! Academy Award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro has curated a collection of unprecedented and genre-defining sinister tales in the Netflix series, Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities. Each of the twisted tales in this anthology present a unique set of actors, monsters, demons, captivating stories, beautiful sets, and hauntingly beautiful costumes…
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Vintage Finds and Sustainable Style: Behind the Costume Design of Hulu’s ‘Up Here’ with Nicky Smith
Hulu’s latest musical romantic comedy, Up Here had everything from steampunk circuses, Gatsby-themed parties, matching couples pajamas, and a whole lot of nostalgia. I met with costume designer Nicky Smith to discuss her creative process and challenges behind crafting the stunning wardrobe for this eight-episode series set in the waning days of 1999 New York…
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Fashioning ‘Harlem’: Deirdra Govan’s Journey as a Costume Designer and Champion for Fair Compensation
With a keen eye for fashion and storytelling, Deirdra Elizabeth Govan has left an indelible mark on the hit Prime Video series “Harlem,” bringing the characters of Quinn, Camille, Tye, Angie, and more to life through her exceptional costume design. In a captivating interview with renowned Govan, we delve into her creative process and how…
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Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back with Natalie Lucia – The Art of Costume Blogcast
Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back with Natalie Lucia It’s time for our annual month of Star Wars episodes! In this week’s episode, The Art of Costume Blogcast travel to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the costumes of Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back designed by costume…
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Long Live The Queen: Behind The Costumes of ‘Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story’
Dearest readers! It is with utmost delight that we invite you to once again return to the opulent world of Bridgerton, as the incomparable Shonda Rhimes unveils her latest masterpiece: Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story. As expected, the splendorous court of Queen Charlotte is filled with some of the most beautiful costumes, designed by costume…
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Wednesday with Costume Designer, Colleen Atwood – The Art of Costume Blogcast
Wednesday with Costume Designer, Colleen Atwood The moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived.. Costume designer Colleen Atwood joins The Art of Costume Blogcast to discuss her work on the Netflix television series, Wednesday. Listen along as Colleen talks with Spencer about her connection to The Addams Family, the striped Nevermore uniforms,…
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Costuming Alien 3: The Nightmare Survives
Listen up, space nerds! It’s Alien Day (April 26th), that time of year when we embark on an intergalactic journey to discuss the costumes of the iconic film series, Alien. Last year, we explored the costumes of the epic 1986 sequel, Aliens. That means it is time to get into the controversial third installment directed…
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Blade Runner – The Art of Costume Blogcast
Blade Runner This week’s episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast is all about the iconic 1982 neo-noir film, Blade Runner. Hosts Elizabeth and Spencer take listeners on a journey through the film’s stunning costume design by Michael Kaplan and Charles Knode, while also exploring the movie’s dark and mysterious world. Be ready to track…
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Scream VI with Costume Designer, Avery Plewes – The Art of Costume Blogcast
Scream VI with Costume Designer, Avery Plewes There are certain rules to a franchise! In this week’s bonus episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast, Spencer sits down with Avery Plewes, the talented costume designer behind the highly anticipated horror film Scream VI. Join us as Avery shares her experiences on set and insight into…
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The Matrix – The Art of Costume Blogcast
The Matrix Free your mind. The Art of Costume Blogcast is kicking off our annual sci-fi month with a deep dive into the iconic costume design of The Matrix. Join Elizabeth and Spencer as they explore the creative vision of costume designer Kym Barrett, who brought to life the futuristic world of The Matrix with…
