Definition

1. Noun:
   • A costume designer is a person whose job is to design and often oversee the creation of the clothing and outfits worn by performers in a film, play, television show, or other theatrical production. Their work involves creating the visual appearance of characters through clothing.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The costume designer won an award for her stunning work on the historical drama.
  • Before filming began, the director met with the costume designer to discuss the look of the main character.
  • A good costume designer researches the time period and setting of the story.

Advanced Usage

• The role of a costume designer extends beyond just choosing clothes; it is a key part of visual storytelling that defines character and supports the narrative.

Variants and Related Words

• Costume design (n): The art and profession of designing costumes for performances.
  • She studied costume design at university.
• Costumer (n): Can be a synonym for costume designer, or more specifically, a person who makes, supplies, or rents out costumes.

Synonyms

• Costumer: A person who designs or supplies costumes.
• Wardrobe stylist: A person who selects and coordinates clothing for performances, often used in film and television contexts similar to a costume designer.

Noun

1. someone who designs or supplies costumes (as for a play or masquerade)