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What is the difference between fashion design and costume design?

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What is the difference between fashion design and costume design?
The difference between fashion design and costume design is the end goal of the design process. Fashion design is the term for creating apparel, accessories, bags, shoes and jewelry intended for people to wear in their everyday lives for casual, work and special occasions. Costume design focuses on creating similar items for performers to wear during theatrical and other stage productions, television shows and films. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
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Fendi baguette limited edition like new
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Fendi gold embroidered baguette with buckle details in stones. Like-new condition, limited edition Gold leather handle, blue interior Measures 26 x 17 x 5 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Chanel coat with camellia Like new
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Coat , Chanel Boutique long jacket in black color Round neck, 4 pockets Button closure Bordeaux Camellia Brooch Wool composition with silk interior, ideal for all seasons Fine fabri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

Chanel Vintage 1980s Red + Gilded Gold 80s Chain CC Medallion Belt or Necklace
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, rare and collectible 1980s Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, red leather and gilded gold chain belt OR necklace ! Can be worn dressed up or down. Pair with jeans and a white tank, or...
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1980s French Belts

French Art nouveau pouch bag, silver plate
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
French Art Nouveau silver-plate pouch Elegant silver-plate purse or pouch with a gold patina, made around the 1920s. The succession of metal rings that make up the chain are supporte...
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1920s French Clutches

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mini Shift Dress: This stunning and iconic 60s Mod silhouette is amplified by a stellar fabric in a floral ribbon embellished pattern...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

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