Costume designer Małgosia Turzańska reveals the emotional secrets, symbolic textures, and behind-the-scenes artistry that shaped Hamnet—and how grief, intuition, and collaboration transformed the film from the inside out.

In this deeply human conversation, Hamnet costume designer Małgosia Turzańska opens up about creativity, vulnerability, and the profound emotional undercurrents that guided her work. She shares how a missed chemistry test led her to filmmaking, how one breathtaking Almodóvar film unlocked her understanding of costume design, and how she builds characters from raw instinct—starting with "emotional lookbooks" drawn from nature, texture, and intuition rather than pure historical rigor.

Małgosia discusses designing Agnes (Anne) and Will from the inside out, using bark cloth, color symbolism, quilted protection, and slashed leather to reflect trauma, longing, generational wounds, and rebirth. She details working with director Chloé Zhao, describing a process fueled by continuous discovery, voice-memo inspirations, and a film family centered on empathy and emotional truth.

The conversation grows especially moving as Małgosia describes losing her father during production, and how grief intertwined with the film's themes, becoming both a burden and a blessing. She reflects on collaboration, artistry as healing, and the myth that costume design is "just decoration"—revealing instead how costumes become storytelling engines.

This intimate, vulnerable episode is a masterclass in creativity, symbolism, filmmaking, and the emotional backbone of collaborative art.

The "Voice of Costume" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on this inspirational, one-on-one conversation with Catherine Baumgardner.

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From Wizards Beyond Waverly Place to Sweet Magnolias, Disney costume designer Cameron Dale reveals how she went from sketching dresses as a six-year-old to dressing some of TV's most beloved characters. In this lively conversation, Cameron shares how she balances creativity and motherhood, the unspoken rules of Disney costume design, and how to make magical worlds feel authentic on screen.

She talks about collaborating with Selena Gomez and David Henrie, designing for child actors, and why color, texture, and story are everything in a kids' show. You'll hear her funniest on-set mishaps (including a punk jacket that met a baby prop), the secret to capturing that unmistakable "Disney look," and the perspective she gained after losing her home in the California fires.

Whether you're a costume designer, filmmaker, or creative parent, this episode is full of heart, humor, and practical inspiration from a designer who has truly earned her magic wand.

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Oscar-winner Colleen Atwood and designer Christine Cantella reveal the fearless creativity, humor, and teamwork behind thier long-time collaboration and thier newest film: Kiss of the Spider Woman.

Legendary costume designer Colleen Atwood (Chicago, Alice in Wonderland) and acclaimed collaborator Christine Cantella join host Catherine Baumgardner on The Voice of Costume to explore the artistry and emotion behind Kiss of the Spider Woman.

From their fearless childhood curiosity to crafting cinematic beauty through fabric and form, Atwood and Cantella share how empathy, humor, and mutual trust power their long creative partnership—one that began on Planet of the Apes and has flourished ever since.

They break down the visual storytelling of Kiss of the Spider Woman: the shimmering gold goddess gown, the elegant blue chiffon suit, and the show-stopping tearaway green dress—each designed to reflect character, color, and movement in perfect harmony.

With deep insight into research, mentorship, and the demands of production, the two discuss working with director Bill Condon, the balance between vision and budget, and why adaptability and listening are key to surviving the creative process.

As Atwood reminds us, "Don't be precious—keep going." This episode is a masterclass in costume design, collaboration, and creative resilience.

In this inspiring interview on The Voice of Costume, host Catherine Baumgardner talks with acclaimed costume designer Lynn Ollie about her creative evolution from sketching fashion plates as a child to working for major productions like Black Panther, Mad Men, and The Great Gatsby. Lynn opens up about discovering her passion for storytelling through costume, her mentorship from legendary designer Ann Roth, and how persistence and curiosity helped her break into the film industry.

She shares behind-the-scenes stories from "The Man in My Basement," including collaborating with Corey Hawkins, Willem Dafoe, and director Nadia Latif, recreating authentic 1990s Long Island style, and improvising through last-minute wardrobe crises.

Lynn also discusses her creative philosophy—how costume design bridges character psychology, history, and visual poetry. From the gritty realism of American Horror Stories to the cultural symbolism of Black Panther, she reveals the emotional truth behind every fabric choice.

Filled with wisdom for aspiring costume designers, filmmakers, and creatives, this episode explores the art of collaboration, the balance of vision and budget, and why costume design is truly storytelling through texture, color, and time.

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The "Voice of Costume" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on this inspirational, one-on-one conversation between Kathleen and Catherine Baumgardner.

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When Tony-nominated designer Emilio Sosa and creative powerhouse Julia Caston joined forces for Disney's Descendants: The Rise of Red, magic happened—literally. In this vibrant interview with host Catherine Baumgardner on The Voice of Costume, they reveal how two different worlds—Broadway spectacle and cinematic precision—collided to create the franchise's boldest visual universe yet.

From Balenciaga-inspired gowns for Brandy's Cinderella, to hand-rhinestoned Doc Martens, to the challenge of designing for massive dance sequences and tight shooting schedules, Emilio and Julia open up about collaboration without ego, the "best idea wins" philosophy, and the delicate balance between storytelling, fashion, and fantasy. They share behind-the-scenes pivots, like redesigning Ursula's look mid-production, and discuss how hundreds of unseen artisans—from tailors to truck drivers—bring costume dreams to life.

Full of laughter, candor, and craft secrets, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about costume design, filmmaking, Broadway, Disney, collaboration, and creative resilience.

Imagine never having been in the costume department and your first experience is the iconic film "Waterworld"! That was Kathleen's foray into costumes and where she fell in love with the world of costume design. Hear that story as well as how she got onboard the show Hacks on HBO Max. Hear some behind-the-scenes on some of the show's costume choices and how the 'black dress' became such a special item for the designer and the actress!

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The "Voice of Costume" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on this inspirational, one-on-one conversation between Kathleen and Catherine Baumgardner.

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Costume deep dive into Dune: Prophecy and building everything from scratch for the Emmy nominated TV Series. Bojana shares how she got started in design and how she was inspired by her aunts to pursue costumes. Catherine and Bojana talk through several character looks from the series so if you love the show you will love this episode!

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The "Voice of Costume" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on this inspirational, one-on-one conversation between Bojana Nikitovic and Catherine Baumgardner.

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Jessica's story is such an inspiration for anyone working through their own creative journey. Listen in to how she found inspiration at 11 years old with her Dad. Her leaps of faith opposing the fear to get to the next place in her journey. Her hard felt belief that everything happens for a reason certainly is evident in her story. Her love of being a mom and a costume designer is an inspiration for anyone in need of a boost today!

Some great insights into the creative process of shooting ONE TAKE episodes of Adolescence and how that has to be approached differently than traditional on-screen storytelling.

Something for everyone to enjoy in this one!

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The "Voice of Costume" is the first podcast created between working costume designers sharing stories, inspiration, struggles, and insights into the creative career of costume design. A behind-the-scenes podcast to showcase the voices of Costume Designers around the world. Listen in on this inspirational, one-on-one conversation between Jessica Schofield and Catherine Baumgardner.

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