Etymology
Origin of costuming
Example Sentences
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All were found to be fraudulent—tricks of costuming, light, accomplices, secret tools, background research, and lots of practice.
From Literature
“By Design” cleverly drapes its thematic thorns in ornate production design and costuming, making its emotional impact all the more deceptive.
From Salon
Ms. Peck’s three dancers, dressed in Ms. Page’s casual-clothes costuming, slightly featured Mr. Lendorf, though more from his own charisma than from her unmemorable inventions.
Detective work seemed to me to be two parts costuming and one part luck.
From Literature
From the soundtrack’s mix of pop hits and little-known, chic electronic tunes, to Patricia Field’s sumptuous couture costuming — not to mention the stellar performances, lovely direction and clever writing.
From Salon
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