ABSTRACT

Learn how to create historically accurate costumes for Elizabethan period productions with Elizabethan Costume Design and Construction! Extensive coverage of a variety of costumes for both men and women of all social classes will allow you to be prepared for any costuming need, and step-by-step instructions will ensure you have the know-how to design and construct your garments. Get inspired by stunning, hand-drawn renderings of costumes used in real life productions like Mary Stuart as you’re led through the design process. Detailed instructions will allow you to bring your designs to life and create a meticulously constructed costume.

part 1|54 pages

The Design Process

chapter |2 pages

Introduction

chapter one|5 pages

Collaboration and Initial Conversations

chapter two|7 pages

Collecting and Working With Research

chapter three|16 pages

The Costume Sketch

chapter four|10 pages

Fabric Selection

chapter five|10 pages

Developing the Design through Fittings

part 2|170 pages

Construction

chapter |2 pages

Introduction

chapter six|7 pages

Construction Basics

chapter seven|26 pages

The Female Bodice

chapter eight|18 pages

The Female Sleeve

chapter nine|26 pages

The Skirt Basque and Skirt

chapter ten|42 pages

Female Undergarments and Accessories

chapter eleven|17 pages

The Male Doublet

chapter twelve|16 pages

The Male Sleeves

chapter thirteen|12 pages

The Male Breeches