Phyllis Dalton, a distinguished British costume designer, passed away at 99 on January 9 in Somerset. Known for her meticulous attention to detail, she received Oscars for her work in 'Doctor Zhivago' and 'Henry V', and was acclaimed for her costumes in 'Lawrence of Arabia'. Dalton believed in the challenge of creating believable everyday clothing from the past. Starting as a costume designer at 13, she worked on numerous significant films, leaving a legacy that spanned over 50 years and over 40 feature films, including 'The Princess Bride' and Branagh's 'Much Ado About Nothing'.
"It's much more difficult to make people from the past who are wearing ordinary clothes look real," Dalton emphasized, showcasing her focus on authenticity in costume design.
"Anyone can make a smart frock," Dalton stated during a BAFTA tribute, highlighting the skill involved in capturing the essence of eras through subtlety.
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