noun
- Plural of costumery; shops or businesses that sell or rent costumes and theatrical clothing.
- Plural of costumery; collections of costumes or the art and practice of making or designing costumes.
Usage: Typically used in the context of theater, film, or entertainment industries.
Usage: Less common usage; refers to costume-making as a craft or the assembled costumes themselves.
Examples
- The theater district has several well-known costumeries that supply outfits for Broadway productions.
- Local costumeries offer rental options for Halloween and masquerade parties.
- The film studio worked with multiple costumeries to create authentic period clothing.
- She visited three different costumeries before finding the perfect Renaissance fair costume.
- Professional costumeries employ skilled seamstresses and designers.
- The costumeries in the city are known for their elaborate and historically accurate garments.