'Barbie' and 'Poor Things' Triumph at Costume Designers Guild Awards

Billie Eilish honored with Vanguard Spotlight Award; pay equity takes center stage.

The 26th Costume Designers Guild Awards celebrated excellence in costume design, with 'Barbie' and 'Poor Things' among the top winners.
Billie Eilish received the inaugural Vanguard Spotlight Award, highlighting her fashion focus on sustainability and individuality.
Pay equity was a central theme, with costume designers advocating for fair compensation in comparison to other creative department heads.
The awards recognized a wide range of talents, from film and television to music videos and new media, showcasing the diversity of costume design.
Contract negotiations for costume designers are set to begin on March 4, aiming to address the pay discrepancies within the industry.