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What is the difference between fashion design and costume design?
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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
By Fendi
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
By Bob Mackie
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 Resort 2012 Runway Size 44 Black and White Cashmere Short Sleeve Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, Resort 2012 Runway short sleeve cashmere sweater ! Features contrasting black and white stripes / square...
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2010s British Pullovers
$2,238 Sale Price
25% Off
Chanel Rarest 1993 Supermodel Style Brown Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Extremely rare, collectible Chanel brown tweed jacket with quilted leather accents ~ from legendary 1992 / 1993 Fall Collection ~ by Meastro ...
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2010s Jackets
Philosophy di Alberta Ferretti Silk Dress W/T
Located in Port Hope, ON
This silk floral pattern dress has never been worn and still has its tags. It looks like a very simple dress until you see details such as draped and pleated neckline with a side bow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses
$284 Sale Price
20% Off
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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