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Must See: FIDM's T.V. Costume Exhibit

Tara Paboojian |
September 14, 2013 | 12:20 p.m. PDT

Staff Reporter

Screenshot of Game of Thrones Display (FIDM)
Screenshot of Game of Thrones Display (FIDM)

Have you ever wanted to see Violet Crawley's beautifully embroidered wardrobe from Downton Abbey? Or eye the intricate uniforms of the noble families in Game of Thrones up close and personal? Well, my fellow TV lovers, now you can. Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM)'s 7th Annual Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design Exhibition is here!

Now through October 19, the local fashion school features more than 120 original costumes from some of television's most popular shows; including the 2012 Emmy winner Game of Thrones designed by Michele Clapton, Girls designed by Jennifer Rogien, Nashville designed by Susie DeSanto, Parks and Recreation designed by Kriston Mann, House of Cards designed by Tom Broecker, Scandal designed by Lyn Paolo, and many more.

Screenshot of Downton Abbey Display (FIDM)
Screenshot of Downton Abbey Display (FIDM)

Guest curator Mary Rose, in partnership with the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, showcases the work of television's brightest costume designers and supervisors. The exhibit spotlights the people responsible for bringing our favorite characters to life each week through their outstanding art and designs.

This free exhibit is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Don't miss out of this amazing opportunity to see the small screen's hottest styles! 

FIDM's Museum and Galleries are located at 919 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90015.  

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