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Color Theory is essential in costume design to create visual interest and support the story by coordinating the color palette for characters.

Period research is gathering accurate historical information on clothing styles, fabric types, and accessories to create authentic costumes for period pieces.

Wardrobe budgeting involves allocating funds efficiently for costume creation and maintenance without compromising the design quality.

Laundry management involves organizing, cleaning, and maintaining the costumes' appearance and hygiene during the production run.

Wardrobe management must include health and safety practices to protect the crew and performers, working with potentially hazardous equipment and materials.

Styling and accessories, including wigs, jewelry, and hats, complete a costume and add depth to a character's visual portrayal.

Understanding different fabric types is crucial for selecting materials that suit the performance needs, such as flexibility, comfort, and historical accuracy.

Managing the wardrobe crew includes overseeing the tasks of dressers, seamstresses, and other personnel involved in the upkeep of costumes.

Distressing techniques are used to give costumes an aged, worn, or damaged look to suit the character's situation and setting.

Tech rehearsals are where the lighting, sound, costume, and set changes are tested and coordinated with the performance to ensure technical precision.

Theatrical makeup complements costumes to help create a character's appearance, using techniques that withstand stage lighting and conditions.

Quick changes refer to the rapid transformation of a performer's costume to portray different scenes or characters within a short period.

Fabric dyeing allows costume designers to achieve specific colors and shades that may not be readily available or to show character development.

Sourcing materials involves finding the right fabrics, trims, and notions for costumes within the budget and timeframe of the production.

Fitting sessions are used to tailor costumes to the performers' bodies, ensuring proper fit and comfort for ease of movement.

Costume maintenance is ensuring the wardrobe remains in good condition throughout the production, including cleaning, repairs, and alterations.

Costume props are items characters carry or wear that are crucial to their role and the storyline, often requiring special attention to detail.

A costume plot is a chart that tracks the costumes each actor wears in every scene, aiding in organization and ensuring consistency.

Accurate measurement methods are essential in costume design to create well-fitting costumes and minimize the need for alterations.