The Patterns for Performance award encourages students to design a period garment for a character in a performance.
The Patterns for Performance Award launched in 2019 for students to design a period garment for a character in a performance.
The Awards are an important part of the Costume Society’s output that promotes the high standard of craft and artistry that they produce.
For 2022, Alex Fordham freelance costume designer was our judge and chose the winner.
An award of £800 is given to the winner, with £500 for the highly commended, and £200 for the runner up. For details of eligibility and application forms see below.
In 2021 we welcomed Michele Clapton, costume designer for Game of Thrones and The Crown, was our judge and chose the winner.