“PRE-ORDER” The Costume House: The Inside Story Of Cosprop, Keith Lodwick And John Bright

The Costume House invites readers behind the seams of Cosprop—one of the world’s most revered costume houses, founded in 1965. Written by Keith Lodwick, it uncovers the artistry and legacy of Cosprop across iconic productions—from A Room with a View and Downton Abbey to Game of Thrones and Peaky Blinders.

Featuring exclusive interviews with costume designers, actors, and directors, as well as rare photographs and original design sketches, the book offers an insider’s view of how character comes alive through fabric and detail.

About the Author
Keith Lodwick is a distinguished writer, curator, and historian of theatre and screen arts. Formerly the Curator of Theatre and Screen Arts at the V&A, he played key roles in exhibitions including Hollywood Costume (2012) and Vivien Leigh: Public Faces, Private Lives. His curatorial expertise offers both narrative depth and scholarly insight to this celebration of filmic costume artistry.

Publication date: Publishing in September 2025
Publisher: Yale University Press
Pages: 240
ISBN: 9781399994002