costuming

[ kos-too-ming, -tyoo- ]

noun

1. material for costumes.
2. costumes collectively.
3. the act of furnishing or designing costumes.

Word History and Origins

Origin of costuming¹

First recorded in 1855–60; costume + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The film itself is a fairly slight story, gussied up in period costuming and hair.

From Los Angeles Times

The “Miss Brodie” version of Smith, in character, can be best described as tailored, and that refers to more than simple costuming.

From Salon

She specifically referenced the negative feedback the internet gave after seeing the costuming for the 2022 film “Not Okay,” with many feeling its outfits belonged in 2020.

From Los Angeles Times

“Taylor often played the part of a damsel in distress or an overlooked romantic interest using theatrical costuming,” writes Sarah Chapelle in “Taylor Swift Style” — out Oct.

From Los Angeles Times

Just like costuming or set design, music is a world-building tactic in “Cuckoo,” Singer said.

From Los Angeles Times