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A reference companion to the museum — costume types and the occasions they suit, how costumes are made and from what, the dress of history, and the makeup and accessories that complete a look. Every entry, image, and fact is drawn from Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons.
Costume Types & Occasions
Where costumes come out to play — Halloween and cosplay, masquerade balls and carnival, fancy dress, pantomime, and mascots.
14 entriesMaking & Materials
How costumes get built — sewing and patterns, fabrics and felt, shaped foam and thermoplastics, glue, dye, and embroidery.
13 entriesHistorical Costume
The silhouettes of the past — togas and doublets, corsets and crinolines, Victorian and Edwardian dress, flappers, and the zoot suit.
14 entriesMakeup & Accessories
The finishing touches — theatrical and prosthetic makeup, face paint, masks and wigs, hats and gloves, capes, sequins, and jewellery.
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