The Costume Designer

A costume designer is a professional who creates and selects clothing and accessories for characters in films, television, theater, or other performances. Their goal is to help tell the story by reflecting each character’s personality, background, and the setting’s time period through clothing choices. They collaborate with directors, set designers, and actors to ensure costumes enhance the overall visual narrative. Costume designers research historical periods, choose fabrics, design garments, and oversee costume production to bring authenticity and style to the production. Their work plays a crucial role in visually conveying a character’s identity and supporting the storytelling process.