Whether it was set in the Old West, the cobblestone streets of Rome, or WWII Brazil, Head told story after story through the art of costume design during her 50-year career.
And no one understood this significance quite like Edith Head. Not only does it help world-build and provide non-verbal insights into character and context, but when done exceptionally, costuming leaves an indelible mark on culture as we know it: think Marilyn’s white dress, Darth Vader’s onyx suit, Uma’s black-and-yellow one-piece. Costume is an essential aspect of cinematic storytelling.
