costumes

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She approached the costumes themselves as part of her assemblage practice, too, picking fabrics, jackets and dresses from thrift stores and repurposing them completely into something new for these productions that didn’t have much budget.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

And model Heidi Klum -- known for her over-the-top Halloween costumes -- resembled a living statue, her white gown draped perfectly, looking like marble.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

As well as solo runners there are plenty of relay race competitors, with many costumes on display.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

The costumes by Qween Jean have an extravagant splendor that make it impossible to not want to strike a pose.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“For the sake of Mr. Bangs. Don’t you think he’d be happy to see how good we look in our costumes, Aunt Kitty?”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan