COSTUME CONCEPT & PLANNING
A high-level consultancy for productions, theatre groups, performers, and creatives who need clear, professional costume direction without a making service.
You’ll receive complete costume concept boards, fabric and garment direction, sourcing lists, and a detailed PDF costume bible — everything needed to confidently dress a cast.
How It Works
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Submit an enquiry with your script, concept, cast size, and overall vision, timeline, etc. This helps determine suitability and availability.
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We discuss the project in more depth via a call or video chat. This is where we clarify tone, practicalities, constraints, and any questions before design work begins.
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I develop the visual language, references, and aesthetic direction for the production.
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Each character (or role) receives a defined costume direction with silhouette, colour, and texture guidance.
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You receive practical suggestions for what to buy, where to source, and how to achieve the look.
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I compile everything into a detailed PDF costume bible your team can follow.
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You’re able to refer back to the document throughout the build and dressing process for consistency.
What To Expect
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I look at the cast and project as a whole to create a cohesive visual world.
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Everything I suggest is grounded in what can realistically be sourced or made by your team.
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Directors, makers, performers, and wardrobe assistants can all follow the costume bible with ease.
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You get professional costume design thinking without paying for garment construction.
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The costume bible becomes your go-to document from planning through to dressing.
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No mismatched looks — everything works together intentionally.
Price Guide
Work is quoted individually depending on the scope and number of looks required.
Includes full concept boards, character wardrobe direction, sourcing guidance, and a comprehensive PDF costume bible.
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Ideal for small casts, short productions, or tightly focused projects.
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A complete costume direction for ensemble pieces and performance groups.
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For larger productions requiring detailed wardrobe planning and extended design input.
Lead Times and Availability
Costume consultancies usually take 2–4 weeks depending on cast size and project scope.
As this is a considered design process, early booking is advised to allow time for research, concept development, and documentation.
If you have a production deadline, feel free to share it when enquiring and I’ll confirm whether I can meet your timeline.