Disney Costume Encyclopedia

Everything you need to know about costume design in Disney live-action films!

Disney costume design has rarely been covered before. This book shines a spotlight on the imagination, passion, and attention to detail that costume designers pour into each and every outfit.

From 1985's "Oz" to 2019's "Aladdin," this book explains the costumes of 56 characters in live-action films with numerous illustrations, including detailed photos and design drawings of the costumes actually used in the films.

Through interviews with costume designers, you will delve into the creativity of Disney costume design.

The book begins with an explanation of the history of Disney costume design, including costumes for animation, television programs, and park cast members. The abundant archival photographs and interviews with those involved provide valuable insight into the history and process of Disney's creative work.

<Contents of this Book> ●Prologue: Disney Costumes● How Disney costumes have been created, from animated and live-action films to television programs, theme parks, stores, and games. ●Case Study: The Castle Ball● "Cinderella" has been adapted into Disney films several times, from animated to live-action. Costume designers have reimagined this most famous fairy tale while considering contemporary and cultural issues.

●Part 1: Those Who Live in the Dark● Villains are one of the charms of Disney films. How have costumes for these fascinating characters been designed?

●Part 2: Between Light and Darkness● Complex characters like Maleficent and Captain Jack Sparrow are neither heroes nor incarnate evil. The secrets of costume design that express their individual personalities, combining light and darkness.

●PART 3: Wrapped in Light● Main characters like Belle from "Beauty and the Beast," Genie, Aladdin, and Jasmine from "Aladdin." How can we express them not just through words, but as living characters? This is where the creativity that only film can offer is on display.