The Art of Costume Podcast

In centuries past, when the world was full of mystery, and traveling was reserved for the very few, a new form of collection was born... The Cabinet of Curiosities. This week's episode of The Art of Costume Podcast is all about Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities . Listen along as Elizabeth and Spencer are joined by returning guest, costume designer Luis Sequeira . Prepare yourself...

This week's episode of The Art of Costume Podcast takes us somewhere we have never been before... Buckingham Palace! Emmy-Award-winning costume designer for The Crown , Amy Roberts , calls into the podcast to discuss her process and how she brought the many costumes seen in seasons three through five to life. Plus, the Royal Family is moving into the nineties. Will the Royals adopt bucket hats...

Dearest readers! It is time to return to the world of Bridgerton. However, this time the story is centered on Queen Charlotte's rise to prominence and power, and how the young Queen's marriage to King George sparked both a great love story and a ton of Emmy-Nominated costumes designed by co costume designers Lyn Paolo and Laura Frecon. Get on your dancing shoes, because there will be a bal...

Dark greetings. In this special, bonus episode of The Art of Costume Podcast... we are joined by the queen of vampire fashion, Emmy-Award winning costume designer Laura Montgomery! Listen as Laura and Spencer look back on season 4 and discuss the many costumes seen at Club Nadja, Nandor's very romantic wedding, Guillermo's new look and... is that Colin Robinson? *Waves Hypnosis Hands* You...

On your left! It is time for our annual Captain America episode, celebrating stars, stripes, and America's favorite backside. In this episode of The Art of Costume Podcast, Elizabeth and Spencer watch Captain America: Civil War with costumes designed by Judianna Makovsky . Listen along as the two hosts discuss the improvements made to Steve Rogers's uniform, the introduction of the Black P...

It's just a jump to the left... and then a step to the right! The time has come for The Art of Costume podcast to head over to the Frankenstein Place for The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Listen along as Elizabeth and Spencer get into some mischief and discuss the costumes designed by Sue Blane. Our hosts discuss the iconic Dr. Frank-N-Furter costumes, The Time Warp, and the legacy of this truly...

Live from New York, it's Saturday Night! In this week's bonus episode, Saturday Night Live costume designer Tom Broecker joins The Art of Costume Podcast. Listen along as Tom walks Spencer behind the scenes of Studio 8H, crazy timelines, the Pedro Pascal Mario Kart skit, Lisa from Temecula, and a look back at some fan-favorite costumes from season 48 of Saturday Night Live . Follow Tom Bro...

It's time to get your ass up, and show us how you burlesque! In this week's episode of The Art of Costume podcast, Elizabeth and Spencer are (finally) watching Burlesque starring Christina Aguilera and Cher. Join us as our hosts explore the glittery club and costumes designed by costume designer, Michael Kaplan. Wagon Wheel Watusi! RSVP for the Poker Face panel:  ⁠ https://www.eventbrite.c...

This is the way! In the grand finale to our epic Star Wars month, we are speaking with The Mandalorian costume designer herself, Shawna Trpcic. Join Spencer and Shawna as they discuss the challenges behind building the many varieties of Mandalorian armor, the research involved, working with Ahmed Best, Bo-Katan, world building, and Plazir-15. This is an episode you will certainly never forget! I h...

Fight the Empire! In this week's special "Star Wars Month" bonus episode, Andor costume designer Michael Wilkinson joins The Art of Costume Blogcast. Listen along as Wilkinson explains the process behind designing the costumes for Cassian Andor, a protagonist who prefers not to be seen. Then, travel to the distant planets of Coruscant and Narkina 5 for a galaxy full of fascinating co...

Hello there! In this special bonus episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast, we are joined by Obi-Wan Kenobi costume designer Suttirat Anne Larlarb. Pour yourself a glass of blue milk and listen as Suttirat discusses the costumes for an Obi-Wan in hiding, revitalizing the famous Darth Vader armor, creating costumes for a young Princess Leia, and the stylish Inquisitor armor. Put your lightsabers up...

In this week's episode, we embark on an exciting journey to the outer rim as we delve into the captivating universe of The Mandalorian . Join your hosts Elizabeth and Spencer as they explore the awe-inspiring costumes featured in seasons one through three of this groundbreaking series including the famous beskar armor, Boba Fett's new threads, Ahsoka's robes, and...hey is that Lizzo? A...

It's time for our annual month of Star Wars episodes! In this week's episode, The Art of Costume Blogcast travel to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the costumes of Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back designed by costume designer, John Mollo . This time, our hosts are accompanied by a special guest, the esteemed costume and cosplay expert Natalie Lucia , who brings her insightf...

The moment we have all been waiting for has finally arrived.. Costume designer Colleen Atwood joins The Art of Costume Blogcast to discuss her work on the Netflix television series, Wednesday . Listen along as Colleen talks with Spencer about her connection to The Addams Family, the striped Nevermore uniforms, designing Wednesday's contemporary costumes, and the infamous Rave'N dress. Podc...

This week's episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast is all about the iconic 1982 neo-noir film, Blade Runner . Hosts Elizabeth and Spencer take listeners on a journey through the film's stunning costume design by Michael Kaplan and Charles Knode , while also exploring the movie's dark and mysterious world. Be ready to track down replicants, catch synthetic snakes, marvel at Rachael'...

There are certain rules to a franchise! In this week's bonus episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast, Spencer sits down with Avery Plewes , the talented costume designer behind the highly anticipated horror film Scream VI . Join us as Avery shares her experiences on set and insight into designing the iconic Ghostface robe, the terrifying opening scene, a museum full of legacy costumes, collabor...

Free your mind. The Art of Costume Blogcast is kicking off our annual sci-fi month with a deep dive into the iconic costume design of The Matrix . Join Elizabeth and Spencer as they explore the creative vision of costume designer Kym Barrett, who brought to life the futuristic world of The Matrix with her unique blend of cyberpunk, film noir, and 90s fashion. Our hosts discuss the sleek black tren...

I feel my temperature rising! Who better to have on the podcast during "Catherine Martin March" than the icon herself, costume designer Catherine Martin ! In this week's episode, Elizabeth and Spencer talk with Catherine about her work on the 2022 film Elvis . Listen along as Catherine shares insight into her lengthy research process alongside director Baz Luhrmann, creating the icon...

When you're lost in the darkness.. look for the light! In this week's bonus episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast, we are joined by The Last of Us costume designer, Cynthia Summers. Listen along as Cynthia talks with Spencer about Joel and Ellie's costumes, taking inspiration from the video game, designing costumes for the infected, costume breakdown, working with Pedro Pascal, and th...

A little party never killed nobody!  Elizabeth and Spencer kick off Catherine Martin March with the Oscar-winning film, The Great Gatsby . Now listen here, old sport... we couldn't talk about this Baz Luhrmann classic without the help of our good friend and a former costume assistant on The Great Gatsby , costume designer Whitney Anne Adams . Listen along as our hosts discuss the inspiration...

I see you! This week, we have an incredible bonus episode. Costume design legend, Deborah L. Scott, joins The Art of Costume Blogcast to discuss her work on James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water . Listen along as Deborah talks with Spencer about the process behind designing the costumes for the Na'vi, the collaboration with visual effects, the inspiration behind the Metkayina clan, working with...

Did my heart love till now forswear it sight, for I ne’er saw true beauty till this night! This week's episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast is all about the 1996 film directed by Baz Luhrmann , Romeo + Juliet . Listen along as Elizabeth and Spencer discuss the iconic costume design of Kym Barrett , the Capulet ball, the many costumes worn by Romeo and Juliet, and Elizabeth's beef with William Sh...

The fairest stars in heaven do entreat your eyes! Our month of Shakespearean romance begins at The Art of Costume Blogcast with the new film Rosaline . Special guest and Rosaline costume designer, Mitchell Travers , joins our hosts to discuss the beautiful period costumes, working in Italy, Renassaince inspirations, hats, a costume ball, and all of Paris's sickening fits. Thee shall not wanteth to...

We got sucked back into a bagel! For this week's surprise bonus episode, The Art of Costume Blogcast is honored to welcome 2023 Oscar and CDGA nominee costume designer Shirley Kurata . Listen along as Shirley discusses her work on Everything Everywhere All At Once , reading the script for the first time, the hot dog universe, working with Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan , the bagel universe, and the...

"What kind of dystopian hellscape is this?" This week's episode of The Art of Costume Blogcast is all about the hit Netflix series, Wednesday . Listen along as Elizabeth and Spencer discuss the costume design of Colleen Atwood and Mark Sutherland, bringing to life the Addams family, Wednesday's contemporary wardrobe, Principal Larissa Weems, and the infamous RaveN dress. Be afraid. Be very afraid....