Costume designer vs wardrobe stylist

Differences between costume designer and wardrobe stylist duties and responsibilities

Costume designer example responsibilities.

• Manage all daily costume distributions and collection, laundering and maintenance/repair of costumes.
• Develop marketing and brand awareness initiatives through social media outlets; create and manage company Facebook and Houzz profiles.
• Design and sew children's Halloween costumes.
• Contribute in production and on set as an assistant dressing the actors, maintaining the costumes, and setting up/organizing wardrobe.
• Source cut and sew knits in NYC garment district.
• Sketch, pattern and sew costume for cast including accessories.
Show more

Wardrobe stylist example responsibilities.

• Achieve strong product images styling kids, women's, and mens apparel including accessories.
• Manage cleaning up activities after hair care appointments by ensuring appropriate cleanliness and sterilization of cutting and trimming equipment.
• Consult with models on make-up application before and during show.
• Prep merchandise using a variety of tools (e.g., steamers, irons, clamps).
• Perform operational store functions such as providing merchandise and cosmetology expertise to customers, maintaining a synergistic environment and professionalism.
• Provide research and materials to Copywriting staff.