Zippers may seem like a small component, but they hold the power to transform the way we fasten and secure our belongings. From clothing to bags, zippers play a crucial role in our daily lives, ensuring convenience and functionality. However, not every zipper type is created equally. Today in The Wardrobe Guide, we will journey into the world of zippers, exploring the diverse types available and shedding light on their unique features and applications. So, without further adieu, let’s zip through the fascinating universe of zippers! This post may contain affiliate links. We only recommend products we have tried and tested ourselves. If you use these links to purchase something,…
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How to Label Theatre Costumes Like a Pro
In theatre, costume labeling is an essential part of the wardrobe process. It helps to keep track of costumes and ensure that they are returned to the correct actors. There are a few different ways to label costumes, and the best method will vary depending on the specific production. However, there are some general tips that can be followed to ensure that costumes are labeled effectively. We will discuss everything you need to know to label costumes for theater. It will cover the different types of labels, how to create them, and how to apply them to costumes. It will also provide some tips for keeping track of labeled costumes. …
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Our Picks for Backstage Laundry Baskets for 2023
As a professional wardrobe technician, you spend a lot of time carrying around laundry baskets. Laundry baskets are an essential backstage tool for any wardrobe crew. Whether they are used for catching quick change discards, tracking costumes, or sorting laundry, laundry baskets are one item there never seems to be enough of. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, so it can be tough to decide which one is right for your needs. If you aren’t using the correct basket, you might find out rather quickly. This is because it might cause injury to you or injury to your costume pieces. In this article, we will discuss…
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Sewing 101: How to Add Suspender Buttons to a Pair of Pants
If you are interested in stitching, one of the first tasks you might be given is stitching suspender buttons to dress pants. This is one of the simplest tasks in a costume shop, but it also requires more measurements than you would imagine getting the placement just right. An easy way to spot a novice stitcher is to observe their technique when they are applying suspender buttons. In this article, we will break down the basics of how to achieve the perfect placement for suspender buttons on a pair of men’s trousers. Once you learn these basics, you will be able to carry them with you for the rest of…
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The Ultimate Dresser Apron: What to Keep in Your Toolkit
As a dresser, you play a crucial role in ensuring that performers look their best on stage. With the fast-paced nature of backstage, it is important for you to be able to have the tools you might need at a moment’s notice. This is where a well-stocked dresser apron comes in! Your dresser apron equipped with essential tools and supplies to handle wardrobe changes and emergencies with ease. If you’re new to dressing, you may have questions about what to include in your apron and how to organize it for maximum efficiency. In this article, we will provide you with valuable guidance on stocking your dresser apron, along with tips…
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Freshening Costumes with Vodka Spray: A Complete Guide
As a costume designer or wardrobe worker, you know how important it is to keep costumes looking and smelling fresh throughout a production. That’s where vodka spray comes in. This powerful tool is a favorite of industry professionals for its ability to eliminate odors and freshen up fabrics without damaging them. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the benefits of vodka spray for theatre costumes. We will also provide you with some tips and tricks for making the most of this handy tool. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out in the wardrobe department, this guide will help you keep your costumes smelling their best. So let’s get…
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Popular Backstage Lighting Instruments in Wardrobe
If you are reading this, chances are you either work backstage or want to work backstage. If you do work backstage, you know just how dark it can get in the wings. Without an effective backstage light, it would be almost impossible to find the costumes, let alone actually do your job as a dresser. Personal backstage lighting instruments are a tool of which most dressers have a strong opinion. In addition to personal lights, there are also environmental lights. These are often taken care of by Stage Management or the Electrics Department. However, sometimes, you may need to ask for one in a specific place. All of this is…
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Guide to Buying the Most Important Tool- Your Own Shoes
We talk about a lot of different tools that are needed to get the job done, but what about the tools needed to get to the job? We at The Wardrobe Guide think the safety and longevity of a Wardrobe Technician are way more important than any single task. Therefore, we think great shoes are the best thing you can invest in at the beginning of your wardrobe career. Here are some tips for when it comes to your work shoes and when to buy new shoes. Why Are Shoes Important? When you work in wardrobe, you spend most of the day on your feet. Whether you are dressing and…
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The Most Efficient Way How to Iron a Dress Shirt
At the beginning of your wardrobe career, you will probably run into a show where you need to iron A LOT of men’s dress shirts FAST. The best way to approach this challenge is to have a system; a way that you iron every shirt using the same basic steps. In my experience, this is the most efficient way to iron a dress shirt. How to Iron a Dress Shirt Clothes really go through a lot of wear and tear during a performance. Especially men’s dress shirts; typically, these pieces get sweaty enough that you will be laundering them at least every other day, if not every day. Why Do…
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The Most Important Tools for Basic Hand Sewing
So you’ve decided that you want (or maybe, more truthfully, need) to hand-sew something. Here are some of the most essential basic hand-sewing tools that you’ll want to gather before you get to work. We also included some optional notions as well that you may want with you, depending on the project. Why is Basic Hand Sewing Important? Some might argue that you don’t need to know how to stitch to be a dresser. However, we argue that you should know how to do at least some basic hand stitching to be a great dresser. We assume that if you are currently reading this at The Wardrobe Guide, you are…
