We saved something unique for the season finale! This documentary is Legendary and perhaps Infamous. There's nothing more to say, just give it a watch and dive into the episode. 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0100332/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_paris%20is%20bur

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

Paris is Burning- Excellence on Display 

This is a very special episode which will be revealed in the first couple minutes, but I don't want to spoil it here. This movie has a lot to say about internalized and extremely externalized rules about who fashion is for, and who gets to be celebrated in this world. The clothes are so fun and vibrant and full of joy. But who do we allow to feel joy?

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15823456/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_empire%20waist

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

Empire Waist- Confession Time 

We both came into this viewing expecting to have a fun time with a big over the top story. And came away from it being confused as to where all the fun was. Perhaps not our favorite, or anywhere close, this season. But, there were still some fun 1980's looks to be had, and it sparked a lot of discussion about how a designer cannot save a movie that doesn't know what it's trying to be. 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11214590/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_house%20of%20gucci%20

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

House of Gucci- Where was the camp?

This movie is a wild and creepy ride of visual storytelling. There's so much to see and love, and so much to hate and fear. A perfect combination. Follow us into the lucid dream if you dare. 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9639470/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_last%20night%20in%20soho

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

Last Night in Soho- Engulfed in Flames

We're back after a mini-interruption, but we've got just the thing you've been waiting for. This movie has everything because it was constantly changing course and focus, it's like 10 movies in 1! The movie itself, and the behind-the-scene machinations, both ask the same question- how much credit (and money) should the people get who REALLY design the iconic looks? 

A little food for thought: https://variety.com/2021/artisans/global/cruella-costume-designers-licensing-disney-jenny-beavan-1234986629/

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3228774/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_6_nm_2_in_0_q_cruella

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

Cruella- A New Movie Every 20 Minutes 

We're getting real heisty over here. This movie sees a certain number of women with a certain set of skills obtain a certain amount of things. And the fashion looks while doing all that are impeccable and so character driven. This movie explores how the right outfit at the right time can make you stand out or blend in, whichever is most useful for crimes. 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5164214/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_oceans%208

Music: Cassette Deck by Basektcase 

Ocean's 8- For Women it's Business

It's THE movie about fashion. That's all.

*Also sorry for some extremely vocal birds about 5 minutes in that stick around for a few minutes.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0458352/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_3_tt_7_nm_1_in_0_q_devil%20wear

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase

The Devil Wears Prada- Sometimes, Everyone is Wrong 

Get ready for FASHION, get ready for GLAM, get ready for vaguely CONSERVATIVE STREETWEAR. This movie may have been a lot of people's introduction to drag, and hopefully we've all come a long way since then. Come learn about what it means to make BOOTS. 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0434124/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_in_0_q_kinky

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

Kinky Boots- Maroon Is Not Sexy

This movie taught us how to be adults, and maybe we're still chasing that dream. It's a testament to developing your own joyful sense of style and what you can do when you take fashion into your own hands. Sorry this description is short, I cut my foot earlier and my shoe is filling up with blood... 

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120032/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_6_tt_2_nm_6_in_0_q_romy

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

Romy & Michele's HS Reunion- A Fun, Frisky Use of Color

This movie is a trip. It's a full on cartoon made with real people instead of animation. Hi-jinks galore, you just have to go along for the ride because it just doesn't make sense. But it's bursting at the seams with 80's fashion that really push the limits of what a blazer can be. Full of very quirky little guys. Who wants to go to the mall??

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093493/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_4_nm_4_in_0_q_manne

Music: Cassette Deck by Basketcase 

Mannequin- Frozen in a Kiss Face 

An un-researched and un-serious look at costume design in movies

Melinda Hare (@mhare) · Zencastr

Melinda Hare (@mhare)

Hang out with us while we chat about costume design in movies. We are both professional costume designers and makers from the theatre world who enjoy costumes in all media and love to talk, dissect, and appreciate all the fine work out there

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