What is "in costume design?

Costume design is a field of study and practice in which garments and dress items are designed and created for use in theater productions, film and television productions, dance performances, and other forms of live entertainment. Costume designers are responsible for creating costumes that serve the needs of the production, such as providing character development and enhancing the narrative of the performance.

In costume design, the designer must consider multiple factors such as historical period, social class, and status of the characters, lighting and sound design, stage design, and choreography. The designer must also work closely with the cast and director to ensure the costumes meet the overall creative goals of the production.

Costumes are usually designed, created and fitted during the pre-production process. Costume designers work with sketches, fabric samples, and other visual aids to convey the overall look and feel of the costumes. The designer usually orders materials, hires craftspeople and oversees the creation of the costumes.

The final look of the costumes depends on the creativity and skill of the designer and craftspeople. In some cases, costumes may be altered or updated during the run of the production to ensure the best fit of the costumes to the performers or to create a new look for the characters.

Overall, costume design demands creativity, spectacular foresight, and exceptional skills.