Grants and awards

Our grants and awards are aimed at students of the history and theory of dress, costume design and production as well as other related fields

The Costume Society has four sources of funding to support its constitutional aim of providing education in dress studies. Our grants and awards are aimed at students of the history and theory of dress, costume design and production as well as other related fields, to support their research, museum work experience and reward excellence in costume design. We also make grants to museums and other institutions to cover the costs of conservation of objects.

During the current pandemic and in light of restrictions due to government guidelines there may be some changes to usual processes and some deadlines may be extended. Check information for each category for latest updates, or email us if you are unsure and need further help.

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