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Dec 2023

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Dressed Classic: Remaking Fashion Histor...

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This week we revisit our interview with Academy Award-winning costume designer John Bright to discuss his prolific film and television career spanning five decades. A collector of historic fashion, John is also the founder and owner of the world's leading costume house Cosprop.

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John Bright Collection Instagram
Cosprop London

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