Award-winning costume designer Shirley Kurata has long been celebrated for her gift of melding vibrant colors, cultural storytelling, and a love of Los Angeles into every project she takes on. ✨ From shaping the visual world of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” to her collaborations with Rodarte and musicians like Billie Eilish, Shirley’s work lives in various multi-verses of film, fashion, and personal expression.
“I always tell people, L.A. is like going to a flea market. There’s some digging to do, but you’ll definitely find some gems,” says Shirley, who is always on the lookout for up-and-coming creative brands. “It won’t be handed to you. You have to dig.”
Born in Los Angeles and brought up in the San Gabriel Valley, Shirley draws constant inspiration from the city’s eclectic mix of people and places. Her shop, Virgil Normal, co-owned with her partner Charlie Staunton, reflects that same energy, a space where local artists, designers, and dreamers converge. It’s a space that celebrates community and individuality, much like Kurata’s approach to costume design itself.
Read the full interview on @LATimes. Article written by Cerys Davies. Photography by Brandon Kaipo Moningka. 🌟
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