Creating the Illusion: A Fashionable History of Hollywood Costume Designers (Turner Classic Movies)

Name: Creating the Illusion: A Fashionable History of Hollywood Costume Designers (Turner Classic Movies)
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Creating the Illusion: A Fashionable History of Hollywood Costume Designers offers an in-depth exploration of the artistry behind iconic film costumes. This hardbound edition combines stunning visuals and expert insights, making it an essential addition for fashion enthusiasts and cinema lovers seeking to understand Hollywood’s creative legacy.

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Marilyn Monroe made history by standing over a subway grating in a white pleated halter dress designed by William Travilla. Hubert de Givenchy immortalized the Little Black Dress with a single opening scene in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. A red nylon jacket signaled to audiences that James Dean was a Rebel Without a Cause. For more than a century, costume designers have left indelible impressions on moviegoers’ minds. Yet until now, so little has been known about the designers themselves and their work to complement and enrich stories through fashion.

Creating the Illusion presents the history of fashion on film, showcasing not only classic moments from film favorites, but a host of untold stories about the creative talent working behind the scenes to dress the stars from the silent era to the present day. Among the book’s sixty-five designer profiles are Clare West, Howard Greer, Adrian, Walter Plunkett, Travis Banton, Irene, Edith Head, Cecil Beaton, Bob Mackie, and Colleen Atwood. The designers’ stories are set against the backdrop of Hollywood: how they collaborated with great movie stars and filmmakers; how they maneuvered within the studio system; and how they came to design clothing that remains iconic decades after its first appearance. The array of films discussed and showcased through photos spans more than one hundred years, from draping Rudolph Valentino in exotic “sheik” dress to the legendary costuming of Gone with the Wind, Alfred Hitchcock thrillers, Bonnie and Clyde, Reservoir Dogs, and beyond.

This gloriously illustrated volume includes candid photos of the designers at work, portraits and wardrobe tests of stars in costume, and designer sketches. Drawing from archival material and dozens of new interviews with award-winning designers, authors Jay Jorgensen and Donald L. Scoggins offer a highly informative, lavish, and entertaining history of Hollywood costume design.

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Turner Classic Movies is the definitive resource for the greatest movies of all time. It engages, entertains, and enlightens to show how the entire spectrum of classic movies, movie history, and movie-making touches us all and influences how we think and live today.

Creating the Illusion: A Fashionable History of Hollywood Costume Designers (Turner Classic Movies) is an essential hardbound volume that offers a captivating exploration into the art and influence of costume design in classic cinema. This meticulously crafted book delves into the stories behind some of Hollywood’s most iconic wardrobes, highlighting the visionary designers whose creativity shaped the visual language of film and helped define eras of style. With rich, detailed narratives and stunning imagery, the book provides readers with an immersive experience that brings to life the glamour and innovation of Hollywood’s costume departments. It serves as both a historical document and an artistic tribute, revealing how costume designers create the illusion of character and time through fabric, color, and form. Whether you are a film enthusiast, a fashion scholar, or someone interested in the behind-the-scenes magic of moviemaking, this volume enriches your appreciation of cinema and design. Its hardbound format ensures durability and an elegant presentation, making it a valuable addition to any personal library or professional collection. The book’s thoughtful design and insightful content invite readers to explore the intersection of fashion and film, inspiring a deeper understanding of how costumes contribute to storytelling and cultural identity. Creating the Illusion is more than a reference; it is a celebration of creativity that continues to influence both the fashion and film industries today.