The Costumes of Downton Abbey

An Official Companion to the Downton Abbey Films and TV Series : An exclusive inside look at the intricate and glamorous costuming of the popular PBS series, with complete historical detail and beautiful imagery. An inside look at the intricate costuming of the popular PBS series, including character costume choices and the historic fashion trends characteristic of the aristocracy during the Edwardian era. Appealing to Anglophiles, costume and sewing aficionados, and fans of the hit series, The Costumes of Downton Abbey presents—with comprehensive historical detail and beautiful imagery—the design decisions and wardrobe intricacies that shaped the glamour and elegance of the characters of Downton Abbey . Featuring the fashion of both upstairs and downstairs cast members, this title explores the unique daytime, evening, special occasion, and wedding wardrobes that led to a 2011 Emmy and several Emmy nominations for Outstanding Costumes for a Series. Detailed photographs, fan-favorite stills from the television series, and designer notes and insights make this a delightful and informative guide to the role costumes played in the character portrayal, story development, and art direction of the series. Cover Title Page Contents Introduction Behind the Scenes with Anna Robbins Above Stairs Robert Crawley, Earl of Grantham Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham Martha Levinson Garden Parties and Afternoon Tea Hats and Gloves Violet Crawley, The Dowager Countess Evening Finery Lady Mary Talbot Matthew Crawley Henry Talbot Couture Edith Pelham, Marchioness of Hexham Bertie Pelham, Marquess of Hexham The Great War Lady Sybil Crawley Royal Guests Isobel Grey, Lady Merton Lord Merton Lady Rosamund Painswick Boudoir and Underwear Lady Rose MacClare Sporting and Outdoor Pursuits Tom Branson Lucy Smith Weddings Below Stairs Mr. Carson Mrs. Hughes Mrs. Patmore Daisy Housemaids Thomas Barrow Footmen Anna Mr. Bates Mr. Molesley Miss Baxter Hollywood Guests Crowd Scenes: Brooklands Crowd Scenes: Royal Parade Guest Stars Children Copyright From the Author About the Author