Full Breakdown
28th Costume Designers Guild Awards: Celebrating Excellence in Costume Design
2/13/2026, 8:14:43 AM
Major Winners of the Evening
The 28th Costume Designers Guild Awards, held on February 12, 2026, at The Ebell of Los Angeles, recognized outstanding achievements in costume design across various categories. Colleen Atwood won the award for Excellence in Contemporary Film for her work on "One Battle After Another," while Kate Hawley received the Excellence in Period Film award for "Frankenstein." Paul Tazewell was honored with the Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film award for "Wicked: For Good." In television, Kameron Lennox took home the award for Excellence in Contemporary Television for "The Studio," and Michael Wilkinson won for Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Television for "Andor."
Special Honors and Recognitions
The event also featured several special awards. Michelle Cole received the Career Achievement Award, acknowledging her significant contributions to costume design in film and television. James Cameron was presented with the Distinguished Collaborator Award for his extensive work in the industry, particularly highlighting his collaboration with Deborah L. Scott on "Titanic." Kate Hudson and Teyana Taylor were awarded the Spotlight Award and Vanguard Spotlight Award, respectively, for their influence and commitment to the craft.
Notable Remarks from Awardees
During her acceptance speech, Kate Hudson reflected on her childhood experiences in Hollywood, stating, “Watching that level of artistry as a child, it was magic.” Teyana Taylor emphasized the narrative power of costume design, saying, “Costume Design has always been bigger than fashion. In my life, it’s storytelling.” Paul Tazewell described his win as a “full circle moment,” expressing gratitude for the transformative journey of creating costumes for "Wicked: For Good."
Award Categories and Winners
The awards spanned multiple categories, showcasing a diverse range of talent. The winners included:
- Excellence in Contemporary Film: "One Battle After Another" – Colleen Atwood
- Excellence in Period Film: "Frankenstein" – Kate Hawley
- Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film: "Wicked: For Good" – Paul Tazewell
- Excellence in Contemporary Television: "The Studio" – Kameron Lennox
- Excellence in Period Television: "Palm Royale" – Alix Friedberg & Leigh Bell
- Excellence in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Television: "Andor" – Michael Wilkinson
- Excellence in Short Form Design: Tied between "Dandyland" Episode 10 – Rafaella Rabinovich and "Uber Eats: A Century of Cravings" – Michelle Martini
- Excellence in Costume Illustration: "Sinners" – Felipe Sanchez
Conclusion
The 2026 Costume Designers Guild Awards highlighted the vital role of costume design in storytelling, celebrating both established and emerging talents in the industry. The event underscored the importance of creativity and collaboration in the art of costume design, with industry leaders and newcomers alike sharing their passion for the craft.
