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Unraveling Costume Design in Television Series: An Exhibition on Audiovisual Fashion

Uncover how renowned designers shaped character creation and influenced fashion trends during television's golden age.

This special event highlighted the pivotal influence of costume design in popular television series. It delved into how wardrobes have become integral to character development, captivating audiences, and driving fashion trends. Discover insights from leading professionals who shaped the visual storytelling in audiovisual productions. The conference explored the critical roles played by stylists and designers within the television industry.

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Exhibition summary

This event explored the crucial role of costume design in the golden age of television series. It highlighted how fashion and characterization in series have become as captivating as the plot, attracting renowned designers and influencing trends.

Curatorial context

The golden age of television series is marked by a perfect fusion of cinematic artistry and entertainment. Beyond compelling scripts, charismatic characters, and strong performances, the costume and set design, along with the soundtrack, play a significant role in captivating audiences. In recent years, costume designers, stylists, and designers for television series have become prominent figures in the artistic landscape, gaining recognition in fashion magazines and specialized media. While the phenomenon of series dates back to the late 1970s, figures like Patricia Field, known for her work on 'Sex and the City', paved the way for other recognized costume designers such as Janie Bryant ('Mad Men'), Susannah Buxton ('Downton Abbey'), Gabriella Pescucci ('The Borgias'), Michele Clapton ('Game of Thrones'), and Eduardo Castro ('Once Upon a Time'). These professionals support character creation and development, with their work occasionally transcending fictional narratives to influence runway trends. This conference aims to shed light on these pivotal creative roles within the television industry.

Admission and ticket notes

The event took place on November 30, 2013, from 10:00 to 20:00 h in the auditorium. Further ticketing information is not available on this page.

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 30, 2013 – Nov 30, 2013
Artist line / attribution
This event featured discussions and insights from renowned costume designers and stylists such as Patricia Field (Sex and the City), Janie Bryant (Mad Men), Susannah Buxton (Downton Abbey), Gabriella Pescucci (The Borgias), Michele Clapton (Game of Thrones), and Eduardo Castro (Once Upon a Time). The jornada was organized in collaboration with Look Art, Diagonal TV, and the Association of Friends of the Museo del Traje.
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