COCKTAILS WITH MARK BRIDGES: COSTUMIER TO THE STARS

First we asked Mark about his role as costume designer, and the first practical thing he does once signed off to work on a project. Here’s what he had to say:

Two things. I just try and look at as many images from the period of the film as possible. And also, for this film, it was sucking in everything to do with the era. Then I go out, because in LA we’re really lucky to have lots of rental houses for clothing. It’s an industry town and we need it – people have been collecting it for years. I go and I try to put my hands on real garments. I think of character in terms of the garment. This shirt feels right for Alana’s father, or this