Dipholo rides the crest of wave in SA
Friday, December 22, 2023 | 130 Views |
Costume designer and stylist Dipholo is making a name for herself in the film and television industry in South Africa
Costume design in film is a crucial storytelling element, visually translating a character’s personality, history, and evolution through attire.
Costumes in films subtly guide a story, reveal hidden depths of personas, and set the mood for the character and the entire plot. If you are a follower of South African telenovelas and tv drama series such as The Queen, Isibaya, The River and a few others, you might have been captivated by some of the costumes of your favourite actors on screen and wondered who could be the designer behind them.
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