The Art of Costume Podcast

In this episode of The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we’re packing our bags and heading to Italy for the fifth season of Emily in Paris with costume designer Marylin Fitoussi.

Spencer and Marylin discuss Emily’s evolution into a more sophisticated, confident version of herself, and how her costumes reflect a woman who is finally beginning to know exactly who she is. They also dive into Mindy’s unforgettable performance in a martini glass, the arrival of Minnie Driver as Princess Jane, and, of course, Spencer’s enduring love for Sylvie.

And then there is the Marcello Muratori fashion show, a spectacular celebration of Italian style that demands its own conversation. From polished tailoring and effortless glamour to bold theatrical moments, Marylin takes us through the costume design of a season that trades the Parisian streets for la dolce vita.

This week on The Art of Costume Podcast, Spencer and Elizabeth hit the road with Cameron Crowe’s beloved rock ’n’ roll classic, Almost Famous. And who better to guide us through the journey than returning guest and legendary costume designer Betsy Heimann?
Together, they dive into the musical inspirations that shaped the film, Betsy’s creative collaboration with Cameron Crowe, and the creation of one of cinema’s most iconic pieces of outerwear: Penny Lane’s unforgettable coat. They also take a closer look at the individual style of each member of Stillwater, exploring how costume helped define the band's personalities, egos, and rock ’n’ roll mythology.
From backstage passes to bell-bottoms, suede coats, and the unmistakable spirit of the 1970s, this is a conversation about music, fashion, and the costumes that made Almost Famous feel like a rock ’n’ roll memory you somehow lived yourself.

Dearest gentle reader, this week on The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we return to the glittering world of the ton for a conversation with Nic Collins, Hair & Makeup Designer on Bridgerton.
Spencer and Nic pull back the curtain on Violet Bridgerton's spectacular masquerade ball, where the hair and makeup are every bit as lavish as the gowns. Together, they explore the season's most extraordinary looks, including Queen Charlotte's elaborate caged crown, her seemingly endless armada of impeccable wigs, and the intricate hair designs created to complement the season's grand livery.
They also discuss Sophie's more understated beauty, the ways hair can quietly reveal character, and the importance of texture in creating a world this rich with detail. From towering silhouettes to the smallest curl, every choice helps tell the story of the ton.

In this episode of The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we enter the chilling world of Monster: The Ed Gein Story for a conversation with Corey Castellano, Makeup Department Head and Prosthetic Designer.
Spencer and Corey dive into the remarkable transformation of Charlie Hunnam into the notorious Ed Gein, exploring how Corey's team approached creating a character audiences may already have a deeply ingrained image of. Together, they discuss how the prosthetic design evolved, the importance of finding the right balance between recognizable reality and the demands of the story, and the meticulous process of bringing such a haunting transformation to the screen.

In this episode of The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we return to the gothic halls of Nevermore Academy for a conversation with production designer Mark Scruton, the creative force behind the world of Wednesday.

Spencer and Mark dive into the making of one of the season's most spectacular sequences: the Venetian Masquerade, including the extraordinary process of building a real canal and gondola so that Hester Frump could make her grand entrance in suitably spectacular fashion.

They also discuss collaborating with legendary director Tim Burton, moving production from Romania to Dublin, and the challenges and opportunities that came with expanding the visual world of Wednesday.
From gothic architecture and elaborate sets to the smallest details that shape a character's world, this conversation explores why production design is far more than simply creating a backdrop.