The hats of all eras thrill me. People don't wear them anymore. So when you see an outfit completed by a hat (that's for men too) it's thrilling. Especially if it's a Cloche from the 20's or a "Peter Pan"… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
I am a slave to fashion. I love to get into what's hot and current when I dress myself or somebody else. Usually, it's… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
My favorite part about costume designing is the artistry of the job. You meet with a director and a visionary to discuss ideas. You… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
You collaborate with actors who are also talented and visionary and come together on a artistic direction within the confines of humanity and realism.… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
I begin with understanding the intentions of the story. That helps me to zero in. Then I gather research for each individual character and… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
I think that The Great Gatsby has had some influence on contemporary dressing. I'm seeing more boyish haircuts and drop-waist sheath dresses. — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
The color palette grew as the story progressed. The 1920's sharecroppers were muted and neutrals, the 30's and 40's introduced burgundy to the neutral… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
The hats of all eras thrill me. People don't wear them anymore. So when you see an outfit completed by a hat (that's for… — Ruth E. Carter Copy Share Image
