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Distressing

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A technique used to make a garment look worn or aged through various methods, such as sanding or staining.

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Wardrobe Malfunction

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An unintentional problem with a costume, such as a rip or broken fastener, occurring during a performance.

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Millinery

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The art of designing and making hats, often an important accessory in different eras and styles of costume.

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Color Palette

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The range of colors used in a costume design that establishes mood, period, and style.

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Breakdown

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The process of giving new garments a worn or aged appearance to suit the character or period depicted.

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Textile

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The fabric or material from which costumes are made, chosen for its appropriateness to the character, period, and design.

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Draping

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A costume construction method where fabric is pinned and arranged on a dress form to create the structure of a garment.

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Greeking

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Altering or covering logos and branding on costumes to avoid trademark infringement or distraction.

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Period Costume

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A costume that accurately depicts a specific era, often used in historical plays or movies.

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Mock-up

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A full-scale working model of a costume created from cheaper materials, used to test design before making the final costume.

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Quick Change

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A rapid costume change that occurs offstage during a performance, requiring ease of removal such as Velcro closures and zippers.

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Motif

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A recurring thematic element in the design of a costume, such as a shape, pattern, or graphic that signifies character or theme.

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Trim

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Decorative elements such as ribbons, lace, or braiding added to costumes to enhance aesthetic detail.

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Bodice

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The upper part of a woman's dress, covering the chest and back; crafting it correctly is crucial for the proper fit of a costume.

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Silhouette

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The outline or general shape of a costume. It is used to define the era or style of clothing.

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Swatch

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A sample piece of fabric used to represent colors and textures in a costume design.

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Costume Plot

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A detailed list or chart that tracks each character's costume changes throughout a performance.

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Corset

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A garment worn to shape and support the torso, common in various historical periods and essential for period-accurate silhouettes.

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Flyman

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A member of the stage crew who manages the movement of scenery and props, often from above the stage.

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Muslin

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An inexpensive, plain cotton fabric often used for making mock-ups or toiles of a costume before using the final fabric.

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