Samson & DelilahThe Stars Sparkle at the 12th Annual CDG Awards Gala
The Costume Designers Guild Awards was held Feb. 25 in the International Ballroom of the Beverly Hilton Hotel to celebrate achievements in the art and craft of costume design with Swarovski once again acting as presenting sponsor. The glittering, crystal-curtained stage was a fitting backdrop for the star-studded event, hosted by Parker Posey who... »
Costume Designers Guild Announces Nominations
The Costume Designers Guild has announced its nominations for best theatrical feature costume design in three categories—contemporary, period and fantasy. The award ceremonies will be held Feb. 25 at the Beverly Hilton. Contemporary (500) Days of Summer, Hope Hanafin Bruno, Jason Alper Crazy Heart, Doug Hall Precious, Marina Draghici Up in the Air, Danny Glicker Period Coco Before Chanel, Catherine Leterrier Julie &... »
Contender – Costume Designer, Monique Prudhomme, The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus
Doing the costumes for The Imaginarium of Dr. Parnassus “was a challenge any costume designer would love to have,” says Monique Prudhomme. Working closely with director Terry Gilliam, whose credits include Brazil, Time Bandits and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, the Canadian designer was given free reign to design the outfits for the visually extravagant... »
Costume Design: Helping the Actor Find the Character
Costume Designer, Jenny Beavan, can appreciate a beautiful piece of fabric in the same way she would appreciate a beautiful painting or a beautiful flower, but “it’s not what she lives and breathes.” As a costume designer she does not even have a particular interest in clothing, fabric or accessories. “But when it comes to... »
Contender – Makeup, Mike Elizalde, Hellboy II
It was his work on Hellboy in 2004 that really put Mexico-born makeup artist Mike Elizalde and his company, Spectral Motion, on the map. The film required myriad creatures and action props, and for last year’s sequel Hellboy II: The Golden Army, a whole range of new designs were called for. “We found the old... »
Contender – Makeup, Daniel Phillips, The Duchess
Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire, was an 18th century society hostess, trendsetter and political activist who is the subject of a recent film, The Duchess. It stars Keira Knightley in the title role and Ralph Fiennes as the unfaithful Duke, and “was one of the most enjoyable productions I’ve ever worked on,” says Daniel... »
Costumes from The Office
By Elizabeth Hsing-Huei Chou A visit to the costume department of the television show The Office is a lesson in fashion faux pas. Costume designer... »
Contender – Costume Designer, Michael O’Connor, The Duchess
Georgiana Cavendish, the Duchess of Devonshire, was a controversial British late 18th century literary doyenne, political activist and fashion plate. In the biographical film The Duchess starring Keira Knightley, costume plays a signifying role. “We plotted it so that everything she wore was a key part of telling the story,” says Michael O’Connor, the... »
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