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Kinnetia Isidore, Pantomime Costume Designer Kinnetia, 30, is the costume designer for Aladdin at the Lyric Theatre. She lives in south London with her family
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M Y A L A R M G O E S O F F… At 8am. I move like a hurricane in the morning but I always take time to think about my outfit. I’m often inspired by the shows I work on; when I’m doing a pantomime, it can get quite OTT. I’ll quickly eat some toast, then jump in my car at 9am for the one-hour drive to the Lyric. I’M RESPONSIBLE FOR… Bringing scripts to life: costume is about telling a story. I’ll sketch my designs, then work with my team of four to make them. We often work to a budget, so as well as creating pieces from scratch, I love sourcing things second-hand. I GOT THE JOB… Because I wanted to have fun at work. I knew I’d suit a creative career, so I went to uni to study costume design. When I graduated, I spent hours on Facebook groups, where people posted last-minute jobs. That’s how I got my first job, making an outfit for Lady Gaga on The X Factor in 2013. Then I assisted as many designers as
KINNETIA’S FIRST JOB WAS MAKING AN OUTFIT FOR LADY GAGA
if I’m completely exhausted, it always makes me feel better.
DESIGNING COSTUMES IS ABOUT BRINGING SCRIPTS TO LIFE
I could, eventually landing a dream role as the costume supervisor at the Young Vic. After three years, I left for more flexibility, and I now work on an array of projects, from Zadie Smith’s The Wife Of Willesden, to Adult Children at the Donmar Warehouse. Pantomime is my favourite – it’s all sparkly and brilliantly ridiculous.
M Y T Y P I C A L DAY… Starts at 10am. First, I make a plan of action with my team – from budgeting to painting shoes. Then I’ll head into a technical rehearsal, noting any tweaks I want to make. For panto, it’s usually: “More glitter!” This Aladdin is rare in that it’s female-led, with a female director, writer and choreographer. Because I’m a woman who makes clothes, my work can sometimes be seen
M Y G O -T O S N AC K AT W O R K I S … Anything from the ‘free from’ section. I have allergies so I’m always careful, but I usually choose something chocolatey. ELLENA VINCENT AS JASMINE IN THE LYRIC’S PRODUCTION OF ALADDIN
as unimportant, but on this show there’s more equality. At the end of the day, I’ll gather my team to make any changes, and leave by 10pm.
R I G H T N O W, I ’ M FEELING… Ready for a break. Many shows were postponed in the pandemic, so I’ve had a backlog of work at once. It’s been incredible, but I’m looking forward to some time off. WHEN I’M TIRED OR STRESSED I… Dance. I started Cuban salsa lessons a few years ago and, even
My Plan B: Pianist I’ve played the piano since I was four and, although I’m now very out of practice, I’d love to resurrect my skills.
MY MOST MEMORABLE M O M E N T… Was seeing the Aladdin costumes for the first time. I started working on them in April, so it was amazing to see my designs in real life. M Y WO R ST WO R K HABIT IS… Starting things and not finishing them. It’s easy to get distracted in the workroom – there are always costumes that need my attention. M Y E M A I L I N B OX … Gives me anxiety. I’d rather call someone than sift through a huge email chain. I combat the stress by keeping things organised. A FT E R WO R K … I’ll meet up with friends or go out dancing. Even though I often do crazy hours, I’m very keen to have a life outside of my job.
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ROGER CHO While working at Toni & Guy aged 23, Hong Kong-born Roger met legendary hairstylist Guido Palau and was given his big break at Milan Fashion Week. He then assisted Neil Moodie for two years and has since worked with Chanel, Dior and Valentino. Roger styles All Night Long on p175. BEST HAIR TIP? ‘The right shampoo and conditioner for your hair type are essential for good styling.’ MOST SURPRISING THING IN YOUR BEAUTY BAG? ‘Chopsticks. I use them to create a really tight French pleat.’
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POLLY OSMOND
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With over 25 years’ experience, make-up artist Polly has worked with photographers and stars from Annie Leibovitz to Cate Blanchett and Selena Gomez. Inspired by Madonna, Twiggy and David Bowie, she studied make-up at the London College of Fashion before working on MAC’s first counter in Harvey Nichols. She assisted make-up artist Lesley Chilkes, then moved to New York to assist Pat McGrath. Polly creates the looks for our cover star, Lily Collins. FAVOURITE MAKE-UP TRICK? ‘I usually laugh at social-media trends, but I recently tried one. You press your top and bottom lips together with lipstick, then draw a line where your new outline is – it works!’ MOST VALUABLE BEAUTY LESSON? ‘Use water-SPF; I like La Roche-Posay.’
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KIAAN ORANGE
Hearst’s luxury bookings director studied at the University of Leeds. She found her calling in casting through assisting directors Rikki Keen and Megan McCluskie on runways from Palmer Harding to Vivienne Westwood. Now, Kiaan casts and produces ELLE shoots, including this issue’s Lily Collins shoot. MOST VALUABLE PRODUCTION LESSON? ‘Stay positive. With so many variables, something is bound to go wrong – don’t take it to heart.’ ADVICE TO YOUR YOUNGER SELF? ‘If you have a great idea, speak up. Don’t let your moment pass you by.’
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MIRANDA BRYANT
Writing ‘bad poems’ on her family’s old typewriter, aged five, sparked Miranda’s love of storytelling. Reading Zadie Smith’s White Teeth at 16 sealed it. She studied journalism at Goldsmiths before reporting for the Evening Standard and The Guardian, where she covers everything from politics to theatre. Miranda writes about the triumphant return of the National Theatre on p124. MOST VALUABLE WRITING LESSON? ‘Author Ariel Levy told me, “Privacy is overrated”. I’ve tried to be more open in writing – and life – ever since.’ MOST MEMORABLE INTERVIEW? ‘I interviewed David Hockney at Tate Britain. We sat side by side on a bench in front of his huge Bigger Trees Near Warter painting – surreal is an understatement.’