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Understanding the Evolution of Elvis Through Costumes: An Interview with ‘Elvis’ Costume Designer Catherine Martin
There couldn’t possibly be a more daunting task than designing the costumes for a film centered around the King of Rock ‘N’ Roll, Elvis Presley. Elvis was known for his daring, colorful style that would inspire generations of performers and artists for many years to come. Perhaps there was no one better for this massive…
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The 2023 Oscar Nominations – Best Costume Design
The time has finally come! I am excited to share with you the coveted list of this year’s Oscar nominations for Best Costume Design of 2023. Congratulations to these five talented costume designers! Watch the 95th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 12th, 2023. BEST COSTUME DESIGNBabylon – Mary ZophresBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever – Ruth E. CarterElvis – Catherine MartinEverything Everywhere…
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2023 Oscars: The Art of Costume Oscars Shortlist for Best Costume Design
On Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will announce this year’s Academy Award nominations. Like everyone reading, I am on the edge of my seat! It was a fantastic year for costume design, and I can think of so many designers who deserve this year’s Oscar. With that being…
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Marie Antoinette – The Art of Costume Blogcast
Marie Antoinette – S2 Episode 52 Let them eat costumes! This week’s episode is about the Academy-Award-winning film directed by Sofia Coppola, Marie Antoinette. Listen along as Elizabeth and Spencer talk through the film, eat macaroons, go to a ball, and discuss the costumes designed by costume design legend; Milena Canonero. The Art of Costume Blogcast Available…
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‘Cruella’ Costume Designer Jenny Beavan wins Oscar for Best Costume Design
Everyone here at The Art of Costume would like to wish a big congratulations to costume designer Jenny Beavan and team for winning this year’s Oscar for Best Costume Design. Jenny Beavan created the iconic costumes of Cruella that captivated the world in 2021. Photo Credit: Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Jenny Beavan’s work on Cruella brought…
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Creating the Costumes of Nightmare Alley: Clairvoyants, Carnivals, and Cate Blanchett
As Moira Rose once told Alexis Rose, my favorite season…awards! I love it all, from the red carpet glam, voting campaigns, to celebrating with loved ones in the mutual love for the arts. At this moment, I am referring specifically to the 2022 Academy Awards. The Academy Awards allow us to reflect on our favorite…
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Costuming Cyrano: An Interview with Two-Time Oscar Nominee, Massimo Cantini Parrini
You may be familiar with the work of acclaimed costume designer Massimo Cantini Parrini from his designs for the 2019 film, Pinocchio, which was nominated for the Academy Award of Best Costume Design in 2021. Now, just a year later, he has been nominated a second time. This time alongside the esteemed Jacqueline Durran, for…
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The 2022 Academy Award Nominations – Best Costume Design
The time has finally come! I am excited to share with you the coveted list of this year’s Academy Award nominations for Best Costume Design of 2022. Congratulations to these five talented costume designers! Over the next month, The Art of Costume team will be providing you an in-depth look at each of these wonderful…
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The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures: A Costume Design Dream
At long last, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will open its doors to the public on Thursday, September 30, 2021. Located in Los Angeles, this exciting new museum is the largest in North America devoted to exploring films and film culture. This brilliant new museum also emphasizes the importance of costume design and costume…
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The 93rd Academy Awards – Best Dressed
I can’t believe we’ve made it to the 93rd Academy Awards! After everything we’ve been through, it was so lovely to sit back and enjoy The Oscars. I am also so relieved to see that the Red-Carpet fashion is also returning! Nature is healing! Join me as I break down my favorite looks of the…
