Costume Creation

 I'm back with another mise-en-scene post!

A few days ago, I wrote a blog describing my set design plans and what aspects I incorporated into my first day of filming. As I continue my filming process, I have dedicated increased focus to my character's wardrobe as well. In the beginning of my film opening the character is rarely seen, which is why I had mainly focused on her setting. After a certain point, however, the focus is entirely on her. As a result, I am transitioning from set design building to costume design. 

As depicted in my mood board, which I posted on a blog last week, I hope for the main colors surrounding my character to be light blue, symbolizing her sadness, and black/gray, representing the blandness of her life and daily routine. Consequently, I wish for her wardrobe to be composed of these colors, for the most part. In my opening, the audience follows the character's schedule for three days. Obviously, she must wear different outfits in those shots in order to hint at the change in days. Therefore, I have crafted three main costumes for my opening scene. 

Here are those costumes:

Due to this process, I have developed a new admiration for mise-en-scene in the film world. It is amazing how much of a story these small aspects can tell. I am extremely content with how everything is coming along.