The White Lotus Is a Mandatory Primer in Resort Wear Psychology
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In an exclusive interview, costume designer Alex Bovaird reflects on her role in 'The White Lotus,' emphasizing the significance of resort wear in the series. She highlights how the characters' outfits act as visual narratives, portraying their personalities and circumstances. Bovaird's journey from a passion for cinema to her Emmy-nominated work in costume design illustrates her dedication to the craft. She also shares advice on packing for luxury travel and the importance of dressing appropriately for the emotional environments characters find themselves in.
A traveler's suitcase tells their story long before they get where they're going-just ask Jennifer Coolidge's Tanya McQuoid, whose lavender-and-orange monkey print arrival ensemble became as memorable as her final, fateful plunge.
Bovaird's costumes aren't just clothes-they're spoilers with sleeves. Now, as the show trades Sicily's sun-soaked melodrama for Thailand's spiritual awakening, we caught up with the Emmy-nominated designer to discuss how she crafts the show's distinctive look.
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