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CDG member and costume illustrator Ciara Brennan is a trained fine artist and has spent over 15 years as a professional costumer before transitioning into a full-time illustrator. Her time in the costume department enabled her to build lasting relationships with costume designers and gain invaluable hands-on experience with the production process —a unique skill set that she brings to every new illustration project. ✨

Follow her Instagram to learn more: @ciaradrawsstuff

Slide Credits:
1. Star Trek Discovery / CD: Anthony Tran
2. Disney Descendants Rise of Red / CD: Emilio Sosa
3. Murderbot / CD: Carrie Grace
4. Star Trek Strange New Worlds / CD: Bernadette Croft

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 
#CDGIlustrator ...

The Costume Designers Guild Flea Market returns Nov. 22! Discover vintage, handmade, and one-of-a-kind items from Local 892 vendors—right here in Burbank. 🛍️

The CDG Flea Market is free and open to the public for shopping. See you there!

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 
#CDGFleaMarket ...

Only want to see you in the purple rain. 💜

Designed by CDG member Marie France and made by Louis Wells and Vaughn Terry Jelks, this white dotted jacquard blouse defined a generation and became an icon of Prince’s Purple Rain era.

Pearl buttons and jeweled “cuff links” accentuate the garment’s exuberant dandyism. Around the time of his iconic 1984 album and film, Purple Rain, ruffled Regency-inspired shirts and tailored tailcoats became Prince’s signature, echoing the New Romantic movement of early 19th-century dandyism and the peacock styles of 1960s London. 

The iconic blouse was part of The MET’s recent exhibition “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” 

Information and images repost: @metmuseum ☔️

Photograph by Phil Sandlin / AP Photo.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#TheMET #Prince #MarieFrance ...

Such a great vibe at the marketing brunch! Wonderful to see all who stopped by and a special thank you to co-chairs Samantha Kuester and Salvador Perez. ...

We had an incredible time at The Hollywood IATSE All-In Mixer! 🛸✨ Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and made a PAC donation for this important cause. Special thanks to our Executive Director, Brigitta Romanov, and local leadership for their support. This memorable night of fun would not have been possible without our generous supporters!

Photos by Andrew Cooper and Troy Harvey.

Visit our Facebook page for the full length photo album.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#IATSE #IASolidarity ...

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. 🌟

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#ShirleyKurata ...

‘Scarred for Life’ (Season 5, Episode 3) of Black-ish delivers laughs, life lessons, and a striking homage to Black Panther. Costume designer Michelle Cole weaves family, culture, and identity together through bold, expressive designs that celebrate the power of representation on Halloween and beyond.
 
Halloween episodes hold a special place for costume designers, offering the rare opportunity to draw direct inspiration from the work of other designers. In this case, Michelle, a CDG member, pays tribute to fellow CDG member Ruth E. Carter and her award-winning designs, reminding us of the enduring impact of costume design.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#MichelleCole #Blackish
#RuthECarter #BlackPanther ...

A warm congratulations to our newly elected and returning Executive Officers, Board Members, Trustees, and Delegates.

We celebrated their swearing-in ceremony with IATSE International Vice President Michael F. Miller, Jr. A heartfelt thank you to CDG Executive Director Brigitta Romanov for hosting a beautiful dinner in honor of the incoming and returning members.

Please join us in welcoming our 2025 Executive Officers, Board Members, Trustees, and Delegates.
 
PRESIDENT
Terry Ann Gordon
 
VICE PRESIDENT
Ivy Thaide
 
SECRETARY
Michelle Liu
 
TREASURER
Nanrose Buchman
 
ASSISTANT COSTUME DESIGNER REPRESENTATIVE
Christine Cover Ferro
 
COSTUME ILLUSTRATOR REPRESENTATIVE
Barbra Araujo
 
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS AT LARGE
Cate Adair
Daniel Selon
Salvador Perez
Ariyela Wald-Cohain
Johnetta Boone (Alternate)
Jackie Martinez (Alternate)
Samantha Kuester (Alternate)
Lyn Paolo (Alternate)
 
TRUSTEE
Jacqueline SaintAnne
Mikael Sharafyan
Jennifer May Nickel
Barbara Inglehart (Alternate)
 
DELEGATE
Brigitta Romanov
Doug Boney
Ivy Thaide
David Matwijkow
Daniel Selon
Dana Rebecca Woods 
Trayce Gigi Field
Wyandon Lubom
Ariyela Wald-Cohain 
Whitney Anne Adams
Phoenix Mellow (Alternate)

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 ...

Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Join us Saturday, Nov. 8th for our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members. This gathering is a safe space to share past experiences and concerns. As we continue our mission to strengthen our community and empower each other, the focus of this session will be to discuss challenges we may find in getting work. We’ll allot time to share our concerns and brainstorm possible solutions.
 
CDG members, please check your email for the ‘CDG IN THE KNOW’ newsletter to learn more and RSVP.
  
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#DidYouKnow #ACD
#assistantcostumedesigners ...

Halloween episodes in television are a special treat for costume designers. In addition to the costumes that defines each character throughout the long arc of a TV series, a Halloween episode adds another creative layer with characters dressing up in ‘costumes.’ 🎃
 
‘Halloween’ (Season 1, Episode 4) of “The Mindy Project” is a fan favorite that balances wit, romance, and style. Costume designer Salvador Perez celebrates each character’s identity through these playful designs, adding layers of comedy and personality to every detail. ✨
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#SalvadorPerez #TheMindyProject ...

They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky! ‘Halloween with the Addams Family’ (Season 1, Episode 7) first aired in 1964 and set the tone for generations of spooky storytelling. ✨ Costume designer Ruth Myers helped define the family’s instantly recognizable gothic silhouettes, creating costumes that continue to inspire fan-favorite choices for Halloween celebrations today.
 
In this episode, two robbers unknowingly join the family’s festivities, only to discover that the real fright lies in keeping up with the Addams Family.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#TheAddamsFamily #RuthMyers ...

Vogue World: Hollywood transformed the Paramount Studios lot into a celebration of fashion, film, and pure movie magic, where costume designers took center stage. ✨
 
The event featured seven acts inspired by the work of iconic costume designers whose contributions have made a lasting impact on film and television. CDG members are noted with an asterisk, with Shirley Kurata, costume designer for iconic characters throughout the event. 

Act 1: Hollywood Glamour
Catherine Martin, Costume Designer
Miuccia Prada, Prada, Creative Director
 
Act 2: The Renegades
Colleen Atwood, Costume Designer*
Seán McGirr, McQueen, Creative Director
 
Act 3: Historical Heroines
Milena Canonero, Costume Designer
Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton, Women’s Artistic Director
 
Act 4: Summer of Love
Arianne Phillips, Costume Designer*
Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Creative Director
 
Act 5: Avant-Garde
Sandy Powell, Costume Designer*
Alessandro Michele, Valentino, Creative Director
 
Act 6: Afrofuturism
Ruth E. Carter, Costume Designer*
Olivier Rousteing, Balmain, Creative Director
 
Act 7: New World
Jacqueline West, Costume Designer*
Pieter Mulier, Maison Alaïa, Creative Director

Thank you for the photos @ariannephillips! The video is shot by @theartofcostume. 
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#VogueWorld #VogueHollywood
#ColleenAtwood #AriannePhillips
#SandyPowell #RuthECarter #JacquelineWest #CatherineMartin ...

Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Join us Saturday, Nov. 8th for our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members. This gathering is a safe space to share past experiences and concerns. As we continue our mission to strengthen our community and empower each other, the focus of this session will be to discuss challenges we may find in getting work. We’ll allot time to share our concerns and brainstorm possible solutions.
 
CDG members, please check your email for the ‘CDG IN THE KNOW’ newsletter to learn more and RSVP.
  
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#DidYouKnow #ACD
#assistantcostumedesigners ...

We had a wonderful time at Latinos in Costumes: Inside the Costume Department, presented by the CDG Diversity Committee, a special panel celebrating the artistry, contributions, and voices of Latinx costume professionals.
 
The conversation featured:
• Gaby Acosta, Costume Designer (1923)
• Fernando Legadoé, Costume Designer (P-Valley Season 3)
• Edurne Fernandez, Assistant Costume Designer (Very Important People)
• Eduardo Lucero, Costume Illustrator (Joker: Folie à Deux)
• Caroline Darrieux, WF Journeyperson (Red Notice)
• Ricardo Vivas, Textile Artist (Fallout Season 2)
 
Moderated by Maria Lorenzana, Key Costumer (Hocus Pocus 2), the panel highlighted the experiences and creative impact of Latinx 892 and 705 members working in the costume department.

A special thank you to our CDG and MPC volunteers Maria Garcia, Barbra Araujo, Salvador Perez, Maria Lorenzana, Sami Martin Sarmiento, Kevin Ochoa, Valentina Martinez, Christine Cover Ferro, Marcella Flores, and Jackie Martinez for helping make this event a success.
 
The ofrenda was made possible with the support of Edurne Fernandez, Kevin Ochoa, Valentina Martinez, and Christopher Lawrence.

Special thanks to our featured vendors @mezcalyemanja and @flan_king.

For more photos from the event, please visit our Facebook album or follow @latinosincostumes.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 ...

‘The One with the Halloween Party’ (Season 8, Episode 6) remains one of Friends’ most memorable episodes. 🎃

Costume designer Debra McGuire, who designed all 10 seasons of the beloved sitcom, infused the ensemble’s Halloween costumes with humor and character, making even the silliest costumes like Ross’ “Spudnik” and Chandler’s pink bunny suit feel true to each personality.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween #Friends #DebraMcGuire ...

The teachers and students of “Abbott Elementary” go full zombie mode in ‘Candy Zombies’ (Season 2, Episode 6). 🎃

Costume designer Susan Michalek captures the mayhem of the sugar-fueled students and the spirit of the holiday through colorful classroom costumes and subtle thematic details.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#SusanMichalek #AbbottElementary ...

Congratulations to the #costumeillustrators who are finalists in the 2025 Concept Art Awards! 💫

We’re proud to see 16 CDG costume  illustrators and costume designers recognized among this year’s LightBox Expo panelists. Swipe through to learn more about the finalists and the members represented.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#CostumeIllustrator #ConceptArt ...

In Bill Condon’s “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” Jennifer Lopez captivates audiences as Ingrid Luna, an Old Hollywood icon starring in the movie within the musical drama, brought to life through breathtaking 1940s-inspired costumes designed by Colleen Atwood and Christine L. Cantella. 💫

Among the film’s breathtaking range of costumes, the 50-pound gilded gown worn by Lopez during her dazzling entrance as Aurora takes center stage. Hand-beaded with thousands of glass beads that shimmer like liquid gold, the gown moves fluidly as she performs “I Will Dance Alone.” Built on a corseted structure and tailored for full choreography, the piece recalls the elegance and precision of Golden Age MGM musicals, where every sequin, pleat, and slit served both story and movement.

Atwood and Cantella’s designs transform the film into a rich, color-saturated dreamscape, honoring the artistry of vintage couture while celebrating the endurance of costume design as a storytelling force. From La Luna’s radiant blues and fringed copper dresses to her sharp white showgirl look, each ensemble carries the essence of fantasy and resilience that defines “Kiss of the Spider Woman.”

Visit Elle to read the full feature. Article written by Fawnia Soo Hoo.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#ColleenAtwood #ChristineLCantella
#JenniferLopez #KissoftheSpiderWoman ...

As fall settles in, many of us reach for a hot cup of coffee, a pumpkin-flavored treat, and a rewatch of Gilmore Girls. This October marks the 25th anniversary of the beloved series, and we’re proud to recognize the CDG members whose artistry helped bring Stars Hollow to life. ☕️🍂
 
Brenda Maben — 88 episodes (2003–2007)
 
Robin Lewis West — 48 episodes (2001–2003)

Caroline B. Marx — 17 episodes (2000–2001)
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#GilmoreGirls25 #CostumeDesign
#BrendaMaben #RobinLewisWest #CarolineBMarx ...

We had a wonderful time with CDG Education and @theautry for Autry After Hours: The Costumes of The Harder They Fall.
 
Award-winning costume designer Antoinette Messam and assistant costume designer Whitney Galitz Berger shared an engaging discussion on the research, history, and creativity behind the film’s costume designs, moderated by Ivy Thaide, CDG VP & Education Director.
 
A special thank you to Ben Fitzsimmons, Associate Director, Programs and Research at the Autry, for making this event possible, and to CDG Communications Director Anna Wyckoff for her support.
 
Costumes from The Harder They Fall remain on view as part of Black Cowboys: An American Story at the Autry Museum. 🐎
 
Photo Credit: Nicola Goode @nicgoode  
 
#CDGEducation #CostumeDesignersGuild
#TheHarderTheyFall #AntoinetteMessam #WhitneyGalitzBerger ...

The 892 & 705 Parent Support Committee hosted its third annual Fall Festival earlier this month!

Members and their families gathered for an afternoon of seasonal fun with face painting, pumpkin decorating, crafts, a petting zoo, and festive treats.

Thank you to CDG Vice President and 892 Parent Support Committee Chair Ivy Thaide for helping make this event such a success.

Special thanks to:
Face Painting: @rougeplanetlabs
Hair: @hair_bydnelle
Petting Zoo: @my_petting_zoo_party_usa

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#MPC705 #FallFestival ...

Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 

We’re looking forward to hosting our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members on Nov. 8th to continue this conversation.
  
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#DidYouKnow #ACD
#assistantcostumedesigners ...

On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the publication of Juan Rulfo’s iconic novel Pedro Páramo, the Cultural Institute of Mexico presents an exhibition of the extraordinary costumes created by costume designer Anna Terrazas for the film adaptation directed by Rodrigo Prieto.
 
 A renowned cinematographer making his feature directorial debut, Prieto’s visually poetic drama, available exclusively on Netflix, marks the beginning of a collaboration between the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) and the platform to promote Mexican culture and heritage worldwide. Praised by critics, the film received 17 nominations at the 2025 Ariel Awards, the highest distinction in Mexican cinema.
 
The exhibition, “Shrouding Absence: A Textile Journey through Pedro Páramo,” offers a breathtaking look at Anna Terrazas’ meticulous artistry and her team’s devotion to detail. Guided by her belief that “without a costume, there is no character,” Terrazas designed each garment as a vessel of memory and storytelling.
 
Rooted in extensive historical research, the costumes reflect Mexico at the turn of the 20th century, a period shaped by the Revolution and the Cristero War. Each piece was handcrafted in collaboration with artisans across Mexico, featuring natural dyes, handwoven fabrics, traditional embroidery, and more than 500 pairs of huaraches made in Comala, Colima. In just 15 weeks, nearly 800 extras were dressed, thanks to the collective efforts of local workshops and craftspeople.
 
The exhibition runs through October 9 at the Instituto cultural de México, Paris.
 
Photos: Courtesy of Instituto cultural de México, Paris, 2025.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#AnnaTerrazas #PedroParamo #RodrigoPriet #Netflix #Cinemexicano #CostumeDesign ...

Taylor Swift is one of Bob Mackie’s showgirls! 🌟
 
Ahead of her 12th studio album release, The Life of a Showgirl, Swift unveiled imagery in jewels, feathers, and a towering headdress. The look honors the golden age of cabaret and Las Vegas revue. At the center of it all is a shimmering Bob Mackie creation originally designed for Jubilee!, the city’s longest-running production that dazzled audiences from 1981 to 2016.
 
Swift appears on three album covers in Mackie’s silvery, crystal-drenched ensemble. It is one of over 1,000 costumes he designed with Pete Menefee for Jubilee! in the early 1980s. Ordained with feathers and stones from France, the production’s costumes were so lavish they were said to have caused a Swarovski crystal shortage.
 
“When they had every showgirl up onstage in the finale, you can’t believe your eyes,” Mackie reflected. “It was so wild.”
 
Mackie did not place the costume with Swift directly and was surprised to see it repurposed. For him, the revival of showgirl glamour by today’s stars is a reminder of how enduring costume design truly is. “It shocked me because it was kind of, like, an old-fashioned thing that has had its day. But now all of a sudden, the stylists and the stars are just kind of fascinated with those outfits, and they love getting into them, and it’s like a whole other world for them.”
 
Read the full feature in The New York Times. Article written by Yola Mzizi. 💫
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#BobMackie #CostumeDesign #TaylorSwift #TheLifeofaShowgirl ...

Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department.
 
We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Call your CDG Executives if you have any questions. They really can help! Let’s get our membership working!
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#DidYouKnow #ACD
#assistantcostumedesigners ...

It’s all happening! 💖 A great film becomes iconic when the costumes carry the story. Cameron Crowe’s “Almost Famous,” which recently turned 25, remains unforgettable in large part because of CDG member Betsy Heimann’s memorable costume designs.
 
Betsy collaborated closely with Cameron Crowe to bring Penny Lane (Kate Hudson) to life through costume. “The coat was a big deal. I talked to Cameron a lot about it. He always said to me, ‘When the coat goes on, she’s got to come alive.’”
 
The coat became Penny’s armor and her identity, “One, it was a coat of armor—that one piece of clothing that she could always put on, with a black dress or a T-shirt. But it was also a way of her becoming Penny Lane. When she puts it on and says, ‘I’m a Band-Aid,’ she’s saying, ‘I’m Penny Lane—everybody wants to be me.’”
 
As Betsy reflects, “I try my best to be authentic. I treat it all like it’s real—I never think about it as a costume.”
 
Read the full interview on Vogue. Article written by Christian Allaire.

Reel #repost @academymuseum
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#AlmostFamous25 #BetsyHeimann ...

Celebrating 30 years of “Showgirls.” ❤️‍🔥When audiences think of CDG member and award-winning costume designer Ellen Mirojnick, they often recall the metaphor-heavy suiting of “Oppenheimer” or the elaborate period worlds of “Bridgerton.” One of her most daring projects that continues to spark conversation three decades later is “Showgirls.”
 
Paul Verhoeven’s 1995 film has since achieved cult-classic status, with Ellen Mirojnick’s costume design remaining central to its legacy. She reimagined the imagery of the classic Las Vegas revue, drawing inspiration from Versace’s 1994 runway and incorporating 1970s gold lamé and mirrored sheaths. Her designs captured both the grit and the glamour of mid-’90s Vegas, creating a world that felt aspirational to the characters while challenging audiences to reconsider what glamour truly means.
 
Ellen’s designs for Elizabeth Berkley’s Nomi Malone deliberately walked a line between “bad taste” and “trashy-cool,” layering rhinestones, shine, and bold patterns to illustrate a character striving for glamour while exposing the seedy underbelly of the Strip.
 
Her work created an iconic visual language that still echoes in popular culture, including film, TV shows, and music videos.
 
Read the full article on CNN Style. Article by Scarlett Harris. 💫

Reel repost: @academymuseum
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#Showgirls30 #EllenMirojnick ...

CDG member and costume illustrator Ciara Brennan is a trained fine artist and has spent over 15 years as a professional costumer before transitioning into a full-time illustrator. Her time in the costume department enabled her to build lasting relationships with costume designers and gain invaluable hands-on experience with the production process —a unique skill set that she brings to every new illustration project. ✨

Follow her Instagram to learn more: @ciaradrawsstuff

Slide Credits:
1. Star Trek Discovery / CD: Anthony Tran
2. Disney Descendants Rise of Red / CD: Emilio Sosa
3. Murderbot / CD: Carrie Grace
4. Star Trek Strange New Worlds / CD: Bernadette Croft

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 
#CDGIlustrator ...

The Costume Designers Guild Flea Market returns Nov. 22! Discover vintage, handmade, and one-of-a-kind items from Local 892 vendors—right here in Burbank. 🛍️

The CDG Flea Market is free and open to the public for shopping. See you there!

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 
#CDGFleaMarket ...

Only want to see you in the purple rain. 💜

Designed by CDG member Marie France and made by Louis Wells and Vaughn Terry Jelks, this white dotted jacquard blouse defined a generation and became an icon of Prince’s Purple Rain era.

Pearl buttons and jeweled “cuff links” accentuate the garment’s exuberant dandyism. Around the time of his iconic 1984 album and film, Purple Rain, ruffled Regency-inspired shirts and tailored tailcoats became Prince’s signature, echoing the New Romantic movement of early 19th-century dandyism and the peacock styles of 1960s London. 

The iconic blouse was part of The MET’s recent exhibition “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.” 

Information and images repost: @metmuseum ☔️

Photograph by Phil Sandlin / AP Photo.

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#TheMET #Prince #MarieFrance ...

Such a great vibe at the marketing brunch! Wonderful to see all who stopped by and a special thank you to co-chairs Samantha Kuester and Salvador Perez. ...

We had an incredible time at The Hollywood IATSE All-In Mixer! 🛸✨ Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, and made a PAC donation for this important cause. Special thanks to our Executive Director, Brigitta Romanov, and local leadership for their support. This memorable night of fun would not have been possible without our generous supporters!

Photos by Andrew Cooper and Troy Harvey.

Visit our Facebook page for the full length photo album.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#IATSE #IASolidarity ...

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. 🌟

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#ShirleyKurata ...

‘Scarred for Life’ (Season 5, Episode 3) of Black-ish delivers laughs, life lessons, and a striking homage to Black Panther. Costume designer Michelle Cole weaves family, culture, and identity together through bold, expressive designs that celebrate the power of representation on Halloween and beyond.
 
Halloween episodes hold a special place for costume designers, offering the rare opportunity to draw direct inspiration from the work of other designers. In this case, Michelle, a CDG member, pays tribute to fellow CDG member Ruth E. Carter and her award-winning designs, reminding us of the enduring impact of costume design.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#MichelleCole #Blackish
#RuthECarter #BlackPanther ...

A warm congratulations to our newly elected and returning Executive Officers, Board Members, Trustees, and Delegates.

We celebrated their swearing-in ceremony with IATSE International Vice President Michael F. Miller, Jr. A heartfelt thank you to CDG Executive Director Brigitta Romanov for hosting a beautiful dinner in honor of the incoming and returning members.

Please join us in welcoming our 2025 Executive Officers, Board Members, Trustees, and Delegates.
 
PRESIDENT
Terry Ann Gordon
 
VICE PRESIDENT
Ivy Thaide
 
SECRETARY
Michelle Liu
 
TREASURER
Nanrose Buchman
 
ASSISTANT COSTUME DESIGNER REPRESENTATIVE
Christine Cover Ferro
 
COSTUME ILLUSTRATOR REPRESENTATIVE
Barbra Araujo
 
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS AT LARGE
Cate Adair
Daniel Selon
Salvador Perez
Ariyela Wald-Cohain
Johnetta Boone (Alternate)
Jackie Martinez (Alternate)
Samantha Kuester (Alternate)
Lyn Paolo (Alternate)
 
TRUSTEE
Jacqueline SaintAnne
Mikael Sharafyan
Jennifer May Nickel
Barbara Inglehart (Alternate)
 
DELEGATE
Brigitta Romanov
Doug Boney
Ivy Thaide
David Matwijkow
Daniel Selon
Dana Rebecca Woods 
Trayce Gigi Field
Wyandon Lubom
Ariyela Wald-Cohain 
Whitney Anne Adams
Phoenix Mellow (Alternate)

#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 ...

Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Join us Saturday, Nov. 8th for our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members. This gathering is a safe space to share past experiences and concerns. As we continue our mission to strengthen our community and empower each other, the focus of this session will be to discuss challenges we may find in getting work. We’ll allot time to share our concerns and brainstorm possible solutions.
 
CDG members, please check your email for the ‘CDG IN THE KNOW’ newsletter to learn more and RSVP.
  
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892
#DidYouKnow #ACD
#assistantcostumedesigners ...

Halloween episodes in television are a special treat for costume designers. In addition to the costumes that defines each character throughout the long arc of a TV series, a Halloween episode adds another creative layer with characters dressing up in ‘costumes.’ 🎃
 
‘Halloween’ (Season 1, Episode 4) of “The Mindy Project” is a fan favorite that balances wit, romance, and style. Costume designer Salvador Perez celebrates each character’s identity through these playful designs, adding layers of comedy and personality to every detail. ✨
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
#SalvadorPerez #TheMindyProject ...

They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky! ‘Halloween with the Addams Family’ (Season 1, Episode 7) first aired in 1964 and set the tone for generations of spooky storytelling. ✨ Costume designer Ruth Myers helped define the family’s instantly recognizable gothic silhouettes, creating costumes that continue to inspire fan-favorite choices for Halloween celebrations today.
 
In this episode, two robbers unknowingly join the family’s festivities, only to discover that the real fright lies in keeping up with the Addams Family.
 
#CostumeDesignersGuild #CDG892 #CDGHalloween
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Vogue World: Hollywood transformed the Paramount Studios lot into a celebration of fashion, film, and pure movie magic, where costume designers took center stage. ✨
 
The event featured seven acts inspired by the work of iconic costume designers whose contributions have made a lasting impact on film and television. CDG members are noted with an asterisk, with Shirley Kurata, costume designer for iconic characters throughout the event. 

Act 1: Hollywood Glamour
Catherine Martin, Costume Designer
Miuccia Prada, Prada, Creative Director
 
Act 2: The Renegades
Colleen Atwood, Costume Designer*
Seán McGirr, McQueen, Creative Director
 
Act 3: Historical Heroines
Milena Canonero, Costume Designer
Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton, Women’s Artistic Director
 
Act 4: Summer of Love
Arianne Phillips, Costume Designer*
Marc Jacobs, Marc Jacobs, Creative Director
 
Act 5: Avant-Garde
Sandy Powell, Costume Designer*
Alessandro Michele, Valentino, Creative Director
 
Act 6: Afrofuturism
Ruth E. Carter, Costume Designer*
Olivier Rousteing, Balmain, Creative Director
 
Act 7: New World
Jacqueline West, Costume Designer*
Pieter Mulier, Maison Alaïa, Creative Director

Thank you for the photos @ariannephillips! The video is shot by @theartofcostume. 
 
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Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Join us Saturday, Nov. 8th for our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members. This gathering is a safe space to share past experiences and concerns. As we continue our mission to strengthen our community and empower each other, the focus of this session will be to discuss challenges we may find in getting work. We’ll allot time to share our concerns and brainstorm possible solutions.
 
CDG members, please check your email for the ‘CDG IN THE KNOW’ newsletter to learn more and RSVP.
  
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We had a wonderful time at Latinos in Costumes: Inside the Costume Department, presented by the CDG Diversity Committee, a special panel celebrating the artistry, contributions, and voices of Latinx costume professionals.
 
The conversation featured:
• Gaby Acosta, Costume Designer (1923)
• Fernando Legadoé, Costume Designer (P-Valley Season 3)
• Edurne Fernandez, Assistant Costume Designer (Very Important People)
• Eduardo Lucero, Costume Illustrator (Joker: Folie à Deux)
• Caroline Darrieux, WF Journeyperson (Red Notice)
• Ricardo Vivas, Textile Artist (Fallout Season 2)
 
Moderated by Maria Lorenzana, Key Costumer (Hocus Pocus 2), the panel highlighted the experiences and creative impact of Latinx 892 and 705 members working in the costume department.

A special thank you to our CDG and MPC volunteers Maria Garcia, Barbra Araujo, Salvador Perez, Maria Lorenzana, Sami Martin Sarmiento, Kevin Ochoa, Valentina Martinez, Christine Cover Ferro, Marcella Flores, and Jackie Martinez for helping make this event a success.
 
The ofrenda was made possible with the support of Edurne Fernandez, Kevin Ochoa, Valentina Martinez, and Christopher Lawrence.

Special thanks to our featured vendors @mezcalyemanja and @flan_king.

For more photos from the event, please visit our Facebook album or follow @latinosincostumes.
 
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‘The One with the Halloween Party’ (Season 8, Episode 6) remains one of Friends’ most memorable episodes. 🎃

Costume designer Debra McGuire, who designed all 10 seasons of the beloved sitcom, infused the ensemble’s Halloween costumes with humor and character, making even the silliest costumes like Ross’ “Spudnik” and Chandler’s pink bunny suit feel true to each personality.

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The teachers and students of “Abbott Elementary” go full zombie mode in ‘Candy Zombies’ (Season 2, Episode 6). 🎃

Costume designer Susan Michalek captures the mayhem of the sugar-fueled students and the spirit of the holiday through colorful classroom costumes and subtle thematic details.

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Congratulations to the #costumeillustrators who are finalists in the 2025 Concept Art Awards! 💫

We’re proud to see 16 CDG costume  illustrators and costume designers recognized among this year’s LightBox Expo panelists. Swipe through to learn more about the finalists and the members represented.

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In Bill Condon’s “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” Jennifer Lopez captivates audiences as Ingrid Luna, an Old Hollywood icon starring in the movie within the musical drama, brought to life through breathtaking 1940s-inspired costumes designed by Colleen Atwood and Christine L. Cantella. 💫

Among the film’s breathtaking range of costumes, the 50-pound gilded gown worn by Lopez during her dazzling entrance as Aurora takes center stage. Hand-beaded with thousands of glass beads that shimmer like liquid gold, the gown moves fluidly as she performs “I Will Dance Alone.” Built on a corseted structure and tailored for full choreography, the piece recalls the elegance and precision of Golden Age MGM musicals, where every sequin, pleat, and slit served both story and movement.

Atwood and Cantella’s designs transform the film into a rich, color-saturated dreamscape, honoring the artistry of vintage couture while celebrating the endurance of costume design as a storytelling force. From La Luna’s radiant blues and fringed copper dresses to her sharp white showgirl look, each ensemble carries the essence of fantasy and resilience that defines “Kiss of the Spider Woman.”

Visit Elle to read the full feature. Article written by Fawnia Soo Hoo.

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As fall settles in, many of us reach for a hot cup of coffee, a pumpkin-flavored treat, and a rewatch of Gilmore Girls. This October marks the 25th anniversary of the beloved series, and we’re proud to recognize the CDG members whose artistry helped bring Stars Hollow to life. ☕️🍂
 
Brenda Maben — 88 episodes (2003–2007)
 
Robin Lewis West — 48 episodes (2001–2003)

Caroline B. Marx — 17 episodes (2000–2001)
 
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We had a wonderful time with CDG Education and @theautry for Autry After Hours: The Costumes of The Harder They Fall.
 
Award-winning costume designer Antoinette Messam and assistant costume designer Whitney Galitz Berger shared an engaging discussion on the research, history, and creativity behind the film’s costume designs, moderated by Ivy Thaide, CDG VP & Education Director.
 
A special thank you to Ben Fitzsimmons, Associate Director, Programs and Research at the Autry, for making this event possible, and to CDG Communications Director Anna Wyckoff for her support.
 
Costumes from The Harder They Fall remain on view as part of Black Cowboys: An American Story at the Autry Museum. 🐎
 
Photo Credit: Nicola Goode @nicgoode  
 
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The 892 & 705 Parent Support Committee hosted its third annual Fall Festival earlier this month!

Members and their families gathered for an afternoon of seasonal fun with face painting, pumpkin decorating, crafts, a petting zoo, and festive treats.

Thank you to CDG Vice President and 892 Parent Support Committee Chair Ivy Thaide for helping make this event such a success.

Special thanks to:
Face Painting: @rougeplanetlabs
Hair: @hair_bydnelle
Petting Zoo: @my_petting_zoo_party_usa

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Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department. We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 

We’re looking forward to hosting our next “A Breath of Fresh Air” town hall for ACDs and members on Nov. 8th to continue this conversation.
  
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On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the publication of Juan Rulfo’s iconic novel Pedro Páramo, the Cultural Institute of Mexico presents an exhibition of the extraordinary costumes created by costume designer Anna Terrazas for the film adaptation directed by Rodrigo Prieto.
 
 A renowned cinematographer making his feature directorial debut, Prieto’s visually poetic drama, available exclusively on Netflix, marks the beginning of a collaboration between the Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SRE) and the platform to promote Mexican culture and heritage worldwide. Praised by critics, the film received 17 nominations at the 2025 Ariel Awards, the highest distinction in Mexican cinema.
 
The exhibition, “Shrouding Absence: A Textile Journey through Pedro Páramo,” offers a breathtaking look at Anna Terrazas’ meticulous artistry and her team’s devotion to detail. Guided by her belief that “without a costume, there is no character,” Terrazas designed each garment as a vessel of memory and storytelling.
 
Rooted in extensive historical research, the costumes reflect Mexico at the turn of the 20th century, a period shaped by the Revolution and the Cristero War. Each piece was handcrafted in collaboration with artisans across Mexico, featuring natural dyes, handwoven fabrics, traditional embroidery, and more than 500 pairs of huaraches made in Comala, Colima. In just 15 weeks, nearly 800 extras were dressed, thanks to the collective efforts of local workshops and craftspeople.
 
The exhibition runs through October 9 at the Instituto cultural de México, Paris.
 
Photos: Courtesy of Instituto cultural de México, Paris, 2025.

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Taylor Swift is one of Bob Mackie’s showgirls! 🌟
 
Ahead of her 12th studio album release, The Life of a Showgirl, Swift unveiled imagery in jewels, feathers, and a towering headdress. The look honors the golden age of cabaret and Las Vegas revue. At the center of it all is a shimmering Bob Mackie creation originally designed for Jubilee!, the city’s longest-running production that dazzled audiences from 1981 to 2016.
 
Swift appears on three album covers in Mackie’s silvery, crystal-drenched ensemble. It is one of over 1,000 costumes he designed with Pete Menefee for Jubilee! in the early 1980s. Ordained with feathers and stones from France, the production’s costumes were so lavish they were said to have caused a Swarovski crystal shortage.
 
“When they had every showgirl up onstage in the finale, you can’t believe your eyes,” Mackie reflected. “It was so wild.”
 
Mackie did not place the costume with Swift directly and was surprised to see it repurposed. For him, the revival of showgirl glamour by today’s stars is a reminder of how enduring costume design truly is. “It shocked me because it was kind of, like, an old-fashioned thing that has had its day. But now all of a sudden, the stylists and the stars are just kind of fascinated with those outfits, and they love getting into them, and it’s like a whole other world for them.”
 
Read the full feature in The New York Times. Article written by Yola Mzizi. 💫
 
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Per the 892 contract, assistant costume designers can be hired to cover different duties within the department.
 
We encourage our members to hire more ACDs. The Guild is here to support designers in educating producers on the value of ACDs and the parameters of the contract. 
 
Call your CDG Executives if you have any questions. They really can help! Let’s get our membership working!
 
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It’s all happening! 💖 A great film becomes iconic when the costumes carry the story. Cameron Crowe’s “Almost Famous,” which recently turned 25, remains unforgettable in large part because of CDG member Betsy Heimann’s memorable costume designs.
 
Betsy collaborated closely with Cameron Crowe to bring Penny Lane (Kate Hudson) to life through costume. “The coat was a big deal. I talked to Cameron a lot about it. He always said to me, ‘When the coat goes on, she’s got to come alive.’”
 
The coat became Penny’s armor and her identity, “One, it was a coat of armor—that one piece of clothing that she could always put on, with a black dress or a T-shirt. But it was also a way of her becoming Penny Lane. When she puts it on and says, ‘I’m a Band-Aid,’ she’s saying, ‘I’m Penny Lane—everybody wants to be me.’”
 
As Betsy reflects, “I try my best to be authentic. I treat it all like it’s real—I never think about it as a costume.”
 
Read the full interview on Vogue. Article written by Christian Allaire.

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Celebrating 30 years of “Showgirls.” ❤️‍🔥When audiences think of CDG member and award-winning costume designer Ellen Mirojnick, they often recall the metaphor-heavy suiting of “Oppenheimer” or the elaborate period worlds of “Bridgerton.” One of her most daring projects that continues to spark conversation three decades later is “Showgirls.”
 
Paul Verhoeven’s 1995 film has since achieved cult-classic status, with Ellen Mirojnick’s costume design remaining central to its legacy. She reimagined the imagery of the classic Las Vegas revue, drawing inspiration from Versace’s 1994 runway and incorporating 1970s gold lamé and mirrored sheaths. Her designs captured both the grit and the glamour of mid-’90s Vegas, creating a world that felt aspirational to the characters while challenging audiences to reconsider what glamour truly means.
 
Ellen’s designs for Elizabeth Berkley’s Nomi Malone deliberately walked a line between “bad taste” and “trashy-cool,” layering rhinestones, shine, and bold patterns to illustrate a character striving for glamour while exposing the seedy underbelly of the Strip.
 
Her work created an iconic visual language that still echoes in popular culture, including film, TV shows, and music videos.
 
Read the full article on CNN Style. Article by Scarlett Harris. 💫

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