Styling
“You have to take the viewer on a believable journey” – Kozzii speaks to British TV’s costume designer and stylist...
Often designers find their niche and remain in one section of the industry for a long time – sometimes for...
V&A Extends Blockbuster Christian Dior Exhibition – Here is how to get your tickets
The V&A announced it will extend its sell-out Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition after tickets for the entire run...
Grammys Style Roundup 2019
The star-studded Grammys may be over, but we’re still recovering from the extraordinary fashion on display, so check out our...
Was the 2019 Super Bowl Show A Style Flop? Here’s Our Verdict.
Whether you’re an avid watcher of the game or not, the annual costume reveals from the Super Bowl halftime show...
A Day in the Life of a Fashion Brand Stylist
by Hannah Ruth Watte With so many aspects to the styling world, it may seem pretty daunting when asked to...
How to prepare for a commercial shoot
By Hannah Ruth Watte You might be wondering ‘what is a commercial shoot?’ And how might this differ from other...
What Your Employer Wants – How to Land the Perfect Job in 2019
Article by Anne Marie – 20/12/2018 Working in costuming can be a highly rewarding and exhilarating experience but getting that...
The 5 Essentials of Styling for a Photo Shoot
Styling is a partnership. A partnership between the photographer and the stylist. If you are ever asked to style a...
Is the stylist the most important role in music right now?
The music video has gone through quite a process. From Zig-a-Zig-ah to Lemonade it’s obvious how the artistic integrity of...
Rappers and stylists – The history of Hip-hop’s influence on design
By Jimmy May – 04/12/2018 Hip-hop and fashion have danced hand-in-hand for as long as the genre has existed. Over...
Hip-Hop’s Cross-Stitch Queen
Cross-stitch, not a skill you would usually associate with the world of Hip-Hop, but if you are a fan of...
The stylist behind Claire Underwood’s ‘Power’ costumes in House of Cards
Costuming the First Lady turned president in the edge-of-your-seat series House of Cards is a fierce task, requiring a fierce...
Jean Paul Gaultier’s Fashion Freak Show
As a young boy, Jean Paul Gaultier used to spend his time watching the black and white images beamed into...
10 of the best costume designers to follow on social media
Check out ten of the best costume designers to follow on social media to help you get inspired. As there...
Smart Beginner Sewing Tips to Save Your Life!
Ok, so “to save your life!” might be overstretching the abilities of sewing a little, but these beginner sewing tips...
3 professional wardrobe hacks you might not have thought of
We have given you our top wardrobe kit essentials but have you ever wondered what the three golden rules of...
Need a wardrobe kit bag? These guys have it sorted.
Need a one-size-fits-all for your wardrobe kit bag? Well, The Costumier is a one-stop-shop for all your wardrobe needs. If...
Top 5 Tips On How To Use A Clothes Steamer
Ever been handed a piece of equipment and had no clue how to use it? Perhaps you’re new to the...
TV Costume Designers and their Influence on Fashion World
Once-upon-a-time, cinema was king and a TV costume designer’s influence on fashion was minimal. Think back to the 90s and 00s...