‘Wicked,’ ‘Nosferatu,’ and ‘Conclave’ Lead Wins at 2025 Costume Designers Guild Awards

The 27th annual ceremony celebrated excellence in costume design across film, television, and short-form projects, with proceeds supporting wildfire relief efforts.

• Paul Tazewell won for ‘Wicked’ in the Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film category, positioning him as a frontrunner for the Academy Award and a potential history-maker as the first Black man to win in the category.
• Linda Muir’s work on ‘Nosferatu’ earned her the award for Excellence in Period Film, while Lisy Christl’s designs for ‘Conclave’ won in the Contemporary Film category.
• Television winners included ‘Hacks’ for Contemporary TV, ‘Shogun’ for Period TV, and ‘Dune: Prophecy’ for Sci-Fi/Fantasy TV, with ‘Shogun’ also recognized for costume illustration.
• Janelle Monáe received the Vanguard Spotlight Award, dedicating it to costume workers and the broader working-class community, while Zoe Saldaña was honored with the Spotlight Award.
• An auction featuring iconic costumes and props was launched to support the IATSE Emergency Relief Fund, aiding victims of recent Los Angeles wildfires.

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