A Parisian-born oil heiress, she collected art and supported major artists, designed costumes and moved in rarefied social and cultural circles.
Category: Costumes
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Hulk Hogan Used Clothing As a Key Part of His Brand
His look was jokey, but it was no joke.
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Martin Izquierdo Dead: Costume Designer Who Made Wings for ‘Angels in America’ Was 83
His work was seen in “Angels in America” and Victoria’s Secret runway shows. He also made outlandish ensembles for Heidi Klum and Marc Jacobs.
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How Lisa Laurén’s Artsy Childhood Inspires Her Sought-After Animal Heads
A sought-after textile artist applies a can-do spirit from her artsy childhood in a Swedish commune to creating animal costume heads for performers. They cost from $2,500 to $3,500.
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Met Opera’s ‘Diva Whisperer’ Retires After 18 Years
Suzi Gomez-Pizzo, who is retiring as a wardrobe supervisor at the opera house after 18 years, has been a confidante and cheerleader to the stars.
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Bob Mackie, a Onetime ‘Sultan of Sequins,’ Gets Another Look
Bob Mackie sizes up his legacy at a new exhibit of his fashion sketches for divas past and present.
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Pitbull Fans Are Buying Bald Caps and Suits for His ‘Party After Dark’ Tour
Pitbull, the Miami rapper, has inspired young fans with his distinctive look. So much so that they’re copying it.
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The Inspirations Behind the Met Opera’s ‘Antony and Cleopatra’
The inspirations behind the staging of “Antony and Cleopatra,” which imagines a world in which celebrities can be tantamount to gods.
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Paul Tazewell Is First Black Man to Win Oscar for Best Costume Design for ‘Wicked’
He won for his work on the Broadway musical adaptation “Wicked.”
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Meet the New Owner of the Bathtub Used by Jacob Elordi in “Saltburn”
The bathtub from that steamy scene in “Saltburn”? It’s now on display inside a passionate fan’s Ohio home.
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Phyllis Dalton, Oscar-Winning Costume Designer for Historical Epics, Dies at 99
A look back at some of her most celebrated works, including “Doctor Zhivago,” “The Princess Bride” and “Lawrence of Arabia.”
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2025 Oscar Nominees for Costume Design Include ‘Wicked’ and ‘A Complete Unknown’
They include the designers behind “Wicked,” “A Complete Unknown” and “Conclave.”