Stylists' Wardrobe Kit and Survival Tips

[Meg]

So I need to submit a wishlist asap for this indie movie I'm working on for what I need as head of warddrobe. Thus far I've got:
clothes rack
hangers
pins
fabric glue
various needles and thread colors for minor repairs
bulldog clips

What else do I need? I've never done this before so I'm not sure what I would need. Please help!!

 

[leyla m.]

anything you can think of when you look at fashion editorials.
socks, gloves, hair accessories, ... i dont really know what they require you to do..
i just remember my stylist trainings and that there is literally no boundaries...except they tell you there are...
use ur imagination

 

[FC5]

iron+board, space and er, budget for clothes perhaps???

 

[Meg]

duh! Thanks for the ironing board stuff. Yeah this is strictly stuff I need, not the clothing and accessories and stuff. Socks is also a good one leyla. I'm discussing budget tonight. It's uber indie so we'll see how it goes.

 

[softgrey]

i don't understand...usually a stylist provides their own kit...you can charge them a rental fee per day...that would include what you stated...

the production company shouldd provide you with racks, hangers, a steamer and a place to change and/or store the wardrobe...

you will need-pins-i prefer safety pins, a blk marker, a sewing kit (including seam ripper, tapemeasure), double stick tape (try to get the kind they use to keep on toupes, otherwise go to an art store), shoe polish, a lint roller, tissue paper-to stuff shoes, shoulder pads-to stuff bras, or gel bra inserts (chicken cutlets), A clamps, scissors, various nude undergarments in M-camisole, bra (34b), slips, g- string...several prs of sheer hose-nude, blk...1 pk of hanes men's plain wht t-shirts sz M, 1 pr white socks men's and 1 pr women's, 1 pr dk men's dress socks,

that should cover the basics...you could also have a collection of mens watches and belts as well as a selection of women's jewelry...

 

[Meg]

thanks softie! Well because it's such a low budget movie I'm just meeting with the guy incharge and we're just sort of making our own kit? There is like one woman featured in the whole movie (not including extras) but I'm sure I'll need that stuff anyway.

 

[softgrey]

i have a tote where i keep everything...and then a small messenger style bag that i keep with me on set...in the small bag-scissors, double stick, pins, lint roller, black sharpie...
oh and i forgot-BLACK shoe laces...useful to tie lots of things besides shoes...

that should be good...

 

[Meg]

thanks softie! What do I need the a-clamp for?

 

[softgrey]

you might not---it's to quickly tie back a coat or leather jkt or a belt...something that would be too bulky for pins...

but it's more for a photo ...since film is 360 degrees...things really need to fit...

 

[Marchioness]

Originally posted by mehg@Jul 23 2004, 02:56 PM
So I need to submit a wishlist asap for this indie movie I'm working on for what I need as head of warddrobe. Thus far I've got:
clothes rack
hangers
pins
fabric glue
various needles and thread colors for minor repairs
bulldog clips

What else do I need? I've never done this before so I'm not sure what I would need. Please help!!

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You are the mehg I know, dorkbutt!
xoxo Caroline xoxo

 

[Meg]

ahhh!!! Caroline!!! hehehe! yay you did sign up!! MWAH!!

 

[model_mom]

The conversation on this page is what tFS is all about. Here's to friends.

 

[softgrey]

here's to model mom...

 

[Meg]

Cheers!

 

[FC5]

Just thought, if it is a film then either a polaroid or digital camera for continuity shots.

 

[Lena]

softie, you are such a proffesional x

good luck with the film mehg xxx

 

[Meg]

good idea FC5....and totally agree with Lena. Softie, you have provided me with much assistance

 

[Lena]

a polaroid/digi cam is a must for what they call 'racords' (sp)
when making sure that all details match between takes
this can be a huge headache when working with films..
usually there is a 'script' person that takes care of all the
continuation details, but i wouldnt hurt you to keep your own
track on shootings/wardrobe.
You can keep all polaroids marked by date/scene number
and play safe from there

*my little advice is to try and hook with one or more young designers to
supply you with the looks you need mehg, it will be for the best
both for the production and for the designers who can use the film
as Press material

*it's quite convenient and safe to always have 'double' identical outfits
for the leading role. Anything may go wrong and you absolutely need a
'back up' if possible. When i worked for film i had every look the main man was wearing by three, believe me, it saved the film.. actors can be sloppy.
Always ask them to remove shotting clothes while having a break, they
can ruin their wardrobe by spilling food on their clothes and then all shooting will simply freeze..

* not to forget, transparet 'plasic bag covers' for coats and dresses,
one cannot take too much care of wardrobe.. also add a 'dry clean' stain remover
(the ones that come in aerosols) and maybe a hairdryer in case something gets wet and needs to be dry in seconds.

*make sure you get absolutely no 'responsibility' for any garments/shoes etc
ruined during shootings .. all damage costs should be covered by the production.
Damage should be expected when shooting, so avoid all responsibility or else you may end up working for nothing -or even getting in debt from your own money

 

[Meg]

haha I'm already working for nothing, it's completely voluntary which works for me because a)I need volunteer work and B)I have no experience. Excellent rec's Lena, I'm supposed to meet with the people especially regarding warddrobe this week (was supposed to be on Friday but didn't work that way) so will bring all this stuff up. Most of the stuff (due to budget constraints) is going to be thrift shop finds. The only young designer I know in my city does only woman's clothing and this is an almost all male cast.

 

[Lena]

i see mehg, i anycase, make sure you ask them to cover any costs regarding loss or damage, or else you will be paying from your pocket and we don't want this do we?