FIDM Magazine

Students Construct Doll-Size Dangerous Liaisons and Elizabeth Film Costumes

 

MOVIE ROYALTY, FILM & TV COSTUME DESIGN PROJECT, Cate Blanchett as Elizabeth I in ELIZABETH, THE GOLDEN AGE - 2007,  Costumes designed by Alexandra Byrne,
Doll Costume hair and makeup by Jessica DeLong and Rebecca Howard, Instructor: Morrison Jackson

 

MOVIE ROYALTY, FILM & TV COSTUME DESIGN PROJECT, Glenn Close as Marquise de Merteuil, DANGEROUS LIAISONS - 1988.  Costumes designed by James Acheson,
Doll Costume hair and makeup by Sarah Quillian, Instructor: Morrison Jackson

Each student in this year's graduating Advanced Study Film & TV Costume Design Program constructed a doll-size iconic film costume worn by a star in a royal role. The costumes represented were originally designed by a notable Costume Designer for stars like Greta Garbo in Queen Christina (costumes by Adrian), Cate Blanchette in Elizabeth (costumes by Oscar winner, Alexandra Byrne), Marlene Dietrich in Scarlet Empress, Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra, Glenn Close in Dangerous Liaisons, Tilda Swinton in Orlando, Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday (costumes by Edith Head), and Kirsten Dunst in Marie Antoinette. See more costumes from this project.

New Interview with Film & TV Costume Design Alumna Eva Fredrickson

There's a new Style Scoop interview with Film & TV Costume Design alumna Eva Frederickson, who has an exciting career costume designing for shows such as How I Met Your Mother and America's Best Dance Crew!

Read the entire interview here!

Merchandise Product Development Alumna Keeping Busy in Hollywood

Merchandise Product Development alumna Talia Derksen has found her niche in the entertainment industry. "I have recently been working steady in the costume department on films," says Talia, who was head costume designer on the upcoming film Bones, which is currently in consideration for the Sundance Film Festival."I get to dig deep into every character and really get to know them. I love seeing the characters come to life."

She is currently on the set of The Holiday House, which will air on Lifetime in December and worked on the surfing film Beautiful Wave, which is expected to debut in 2010.

Fashion Design Grads Design Wedding Gown for Fox's "Glee"

Fashion Design grads Patricia Nevil and Corina Lewinzon, who own bridal boutique L'ezu Atelier in Beverly Hills, were recently asked to to create a special gown (and provide 15 others from the current collection) for Fox's new show Glee.

The silk dupioni gown features "outrageously poofy sleeves and construction details" and is a far cry from L'ezu's offerings at their Robertson Boulevard boutique in Beverly Hills. 

"Inglourious Basterds" Costumes on Display in L.A.

Costume design enthusiasts and fans of the new film Inglourious Basterds can get up close and personal to designer Anna Sheppard's work at the Cinerama Dome, The ArcLight (Hollywood and Sherman Oaks), and The Landmark. Quentin Tarantino's latest film is set in wartime France and stars Brad Pitt and Diane Kruger. Sheppard, a two-time Academy Award nominee, worked on Schindler's List, The Pianist, and HBO's Band of Brothers.

Two FIDM Grads Quoted in E! Online Article on Jennifer Aniston's Style

Two FIDM Graduates, Jill Ohanneson and Mona May, are quoted in an E! Online article regarding Jennifer Aniston's favorite article of clothing -- the tank top.

Jill is a Merchandise Marketing alumna who has worked as a costumer for shows such as Six Feet Under, Dexter, and Samantha Who?, while Fashion Design graduate Mona is an acclaimed costume designer for films such as The House Bunny, Never Been Kissed, and Clueless.

FIDM Museum & Galleries Launch a New Blog

Learn about important designers, vintage sewing patterns, fashion design, exhibition information, and more at the new FIDM Museum & Galleries Blog! In addition, you'll find detailed photos to accompany the posts, which provide information and inspiration. The two piece Vivienne Westwood suit with tie shown above is from the Autumn/Winter 1993 collection.

"The Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design" Reviewed on Blog Downtown

Blog Downtown has posted a rave about "The Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design" exhibition at the FIDM Museum & Galleries, which features costumes from shows such as No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, The Tudors, Grey Gardens, Dancing With the Stars, and Project Runway (shown above). You can read the article here.

Students Construct Doll-Size Iconic Film Costumes

Each student in this year's graduating Advanced Study Film & TV Costume Design Program constructed a doll-size iconic film costume worn by a star in a royal role. The costumes represented were originally designed by a notable Costume Designer for stars like Greta Garbo in Queen Christina (costumes by Adrian), Cate Blanchette in Elizabeth (costumes by Oscar winner, Alexandra Byrne), Marlene Dietrich in Scarlet Empress, Elizabeth Taylor in Cleopatra, Glenn Close in Dangerous Liaisons, Tilda Swinton in Orlando, Audrey Hepburn in Roman Holiday (costumes by Edith Head), and Kirsten Dunst in Marie Antoinette.

Interview with Film & TV Costume Design Grad Michelle Liu

FIDM Film & TV Costume Design Grad Michelle Liu is the Motion Capture Key Costumer for the upcoming film Alice in Wonderland directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp and Anne Hathaway.

Read our interview with Michelle to find out what it's like to work with Tim Burton and see how FIDM helped launch her dream career!